For many cozy game fans, titles that include a magical and witchy twist can be a real treat, which is why Ritual of Raven should be one to watch in 2025. From popular cozy games like Wylde Flowers and The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, to more recent witchy games like Magical Delicacy, there's something very comforting about enveloping oneself in a supernatural-themed game. The combination of classic cozy gaming features such as farming sim mechanics and narrative-based experiences combined with the act of conjuring spells, growing magical plants, or being a member of a witches' coven makes for a unique and enchanting gameplay experience.

Now, in 2025, there are some magic-oriented and pixel-art cozy game releases on the horizon that are due to be released over the course of the year. Following on from some awesome witchy game releases in 2024, including Mika and the Witch's Mountain and Magical Bakery, cozy fans are in for a treat this year when it comes to magical video game launches. Ritual of Raven is set to be released in 2025, will appeal to fans of occult-themed cozy games, and comes from the makers of the popular 2023 game, Sticky Business.

Everything We Know About Ritual Of Raven

Adorable Art Style With What Looks Like Addictive Gameplay

The newest and game release from Spellgarden Games, Ritual of Raven, is in its essence a farming sim game, but with a magical twist. The game revolves heavily around a strong narrative experience where players will be able to play as a witch who embarks on a mission to build the most magical herb garden through some quirky farming sim mechanics. Instead of engaging in the farming activities themselves, players will be able to collect Arcana Constructs to do all the hard work for them, all while in the process of filling their Book of Shadows' pages and helping the local witch, Sage, be reunited with her familiar, Flufferstoop.

Why Ritual Of Raven Should Be On Your Wishlist

Coming In 2025

Fans of Sticky Business – to some, one of the best games of 2023 – will likely understand just how relaxing a game from Spellgarden Games can actually be, and Ritual of Raven appears to be no exception. The game developers additionally know exactly how to create a visually stunning video game, and Ritual of Raven's adorable pixel art style with its leading color of purple is easy on the eye. The game's immersive story revolving around magic in pursuit of finding the missing familiar makes the narrative in Ritual of Raven laid-back and an overall wholesome gaming experience. This ultimately relaxing, cozy, and witchy game is a must-try in 2025.

Ritual of Raven is expected to launch at some point in 2025 with an exact date yet to be confirmed by Spellgarden Games. It's a delight to see that this unique and quirky game will be released for both Switch and PC, allowing cozy game players with access to either to give Ritual of Raven a go. With many magical items to collect, portals to discover and local characters to interact with, there is no shortage of things to do in the game, and the game's adorable art style is sure to deliver a wholesome, cozy, and magical gaming experience.

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