Tucked into a quieter corner of E3 2021 was today’s Wholesome Direct, a showcase of the chillest, happiest, and most uplifting games around.

Put on by Wholesome Games, a collective of indie game devs, Wholesome Direct is a presentation of games chosen for their “feelings of comfort, compassion, and coziness.” Don’t expect to find excessively violent or thematically dark games here.

There were over 70 games showcased during today’s Wholesome Direct, (and you can watch it here) but here are some that I’m really excited about.

The answer is Pupperazzi, one of my most anticipated games of the Wholesome Direct.

This is but a tiny taste of all the sweet games showcased during the Wholesome Direct.

I’ve got my eyes on Dordogne, Amber Isle (shop sim with dinos), Bear & Breakfast (b&b sim), Button City (arcade games), Dreamland Confectionery (crafting/exploration?), Garden Story (LoZ but as a grape?), Witchery Academy (Story of Seasons but as a witch).