Summary
A new sci-fi life sim with strongStardew Valleyvibes calledEkoh Beachhas been announced forSteam, and it seems like an excellent option for gamers who want some variety after playing the popular farming sim for years.Steamhas seen no shortage of excellent life sims in the last few years, and this game is the latest one to promise fans of the genre a good time with a unique setting.
Ever sinceStardew Valleywas released and exploded in popularity in 2016, the life simulation genre has become increasingly popular. In recent years, gamers have seen excellent examples ofgames likeStardew Valley, going from more traditional ones likeFields of Mistriato others such asMirthwood.
Now, Zenland Games has announced thatEkoh Beachwill be released on Steam on Jun 10, 2025. The game will be set in Ekoh 99, a tropical town on a distant planet that was destroyed by a robot rebellion. Instead of taking care of a farm like in mostgames in the life simulation genre,Ekoh Beachputs the player in the shoes of the city planner, having to engage in several activities, such as exploring mines, forests, and beaches, gathering resources, harvesting materials, rebuilding houses, and more. During the game, players will have unique items such as the Z-Cleaner to scoop up mineral-rich particles to use in rebuilding the town. Also,Ekoh Beachfeatures over 35 NPCs that the player can build relationships with as they get to know Ekoh 99.
When Will Ekoh Beach Be Released on Steam?
Ekoh Beach’s world will be filled with many secrets of its past, and gamers will be even able to run for mayor, convincing the villagers that they are doing good work rebuilding the city. Overall, Ekoh Beach seems to be atitle with a very cozyatmosphere and style that greatly resemblesStardew Valley, and it looks like the perfect pick for gamers who love life simulation games
Ekoh Beach is not the only recent game to look like a sci-fi version ofStardew Valley, though. Earlier this year,Farlandswas released on Steam. The title also incorporated the classic pixelated style ofStardew Valleyinto its aesthetic, and likeEkoh Beach, it was set on an alien planet. However, the recent game seemed to have a bigger emphasis on farming and also allowed the player to create their own spaceship, which could be customized in several different ways.
Ekoh Beach
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Ekoh Beach has been destroyed by a nasty Robot Rebellion and is in urgent need of a new Town Planner! Your job? Get the town thriving again with your particle-harvesting skills and restore it back to its heyday. Collect resources, make friends, and solve the mystery of quantum scientist Dr Terra!
