When creating video games, developers often draw inspiration from various worlds found in movies and books. This is certainly the case with this game, which resembles Ghibli films and is currently available at a 35% discount on Steam.
Available in early access since 2022 and officially released on July 17, 2025, The Wandering Village is a management and survival game developed by Stray Fawn Studio set in a post-apocalyptic world. In it, you lead a colony on the back of a giant creature called Onbu. From the very first minutes, this game immerses you in a unique world reminiscent of the aesthetics of Ghibli Studios. It's worth noting that even though you're immersed in a post-apocalyptic world, the graphics are colorful and soothing, creating a striking contrast.
What's more, the creature on which you'll build your civilization has a few unique characteristics. It's a living being that needs to be fed, and you will have to respond to their various needs. Not to mention that it can surprise you with its moods and various behaviors.
Of course, while the main goal is to build your civilization by responding to your needs and those of Onbu, you'll also have to face several dangers in this post-apocalyptic world. Indeed, you will never be safe from toxic spores that can contaminate you and your civilization.
But there is one very important factor to consider, and that is Onbu. The condition of this gigantic creature can have a major impact on your civilization, and vice versa. If she runs out of food, she will react instinctively and head for areas that may be dangerous, but if she is in good shape, she will bring you great riches by going to places full of resources.
Finally, you will have the opportunity to travel through various landscapes during your adventure in The Wandering Village, allowing you to discover new biomes, ruins belonging to ancient civilizations, and resources necessary for new technologies. So, if this adventure, which reminds us of Studio Ghibli films with its unique universe, interests you, The Wandering Village is available at a 35% discount on Steam until July 31, and is currently priced at $19.49.
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JeuxVideo.com (in French), Steam