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A peaceful first-person farming sim in the heart of a futuristic city. Turn your small apartment into a thriving smart garden. Grow plants, cook meals, sell your harvest, and expand your urban farm - from a single windowsill all the way to a rooftop paradise.

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Tiny Eden – FAQ

4 May

Hi gardeners!
As you may have noticed, our game keeps growing, and so does the number of people adding it to their wishlist. So we’ve gathered the most common questions from players, along with what we think is important for you to know. Ready?

‼️General Questions

• What genre is the game?

Tiny Eden blends elements from several genres, primarily economic simulation, farming sim, and life sim.

• Is Tiny Eden more realistic or more casual?

The game leans toward realism. While some systems are simplified for gameplay, it aims to include realistic growing techniques that can also be useful in real life.

• What makes Tiny Eden different from other gardening/farming games?

We started working on the game because we couldn’t find a farming sim set inside the player’s apartment. Most farming sims offer an idyllic semi-open world where you build your dream countryside home, using familiar perspectives and tools that haven’t changed much since Harvest Moon. Instead, we place the player in a city environment with all its limitations, and at the same time, its unique opportunities.

• Is the game story-driven or sandbox-focused?

The game includes a story, but overall it leans more toward a sandbox experience with core simulator elements.

• What is the tone of the game, is it relaxing or challenging?

It depends on the player. You can relax by growing plants and decorating your apartment, or focus on efficiency, production systems, and even plant breeding.

• What inspired Tiny Eden?

The game was inspired by the team’s experience during the pandemic, missing countryside homes while living in cities. They experimented with urban farming in a Warsaw apartment and, after a successful harvest in 2023, decided to create a game that recreates that experience.

🧑‍🌾 Gardening, Growing, and Simulation

• How realistic is the growing system?

We aim to stay scientifically accurate, but sometimes we have to make compromises for gameplay. However, if you apply the same techniques in real life, things should grow just fine.

• Can I control light, temperature, and soil conditions?

Yes! Light depends on where you place the plant, and you can use shading nets or grow lights. Temperature depends on location and season. Balconies are warmer than rooftops but colder than indoor spaces. You can control it using heaters and air conditioners..
Light depends on plant placement and tools like shading nets or grow lights. Temperature varies by location and season, and can be adjusted using heaters and air conditioners.

As for soil, see the next question!

• Does the game simulate soil chemistry? If yes, to what extent?

Yes. Soil consists of seven agricultural components: compost, sand, clay, perlite, coco coir, peat, and one secret ingredient.

It includes chemical and physical parameters such as:

NPK and micronutrients
Aeration
Water permeability and retention
Acidity

Plants consume nutrients and are affected by:

Organic degradation
Soil-borne diseases
Growth hormones and immune boosters
Fertilizers (pellet, liquid, aerosol)

You can also attract beneficial insects and pollinators.
Fun fact: this is all based on our real life experience. If we've tried it in real life, it made its way into the game.

• How many plant species can I grow?

The base game includes around 40 plant species, including microgreens, root vegetables, flowers, and berry bushes.

• Are there plans to expand on this in the future?

If everything goes well, the team plans to expand into mushrooms, vines, and trees.

• Are there different difficulties in growing different plants?

Plants have different growing requirements, but none are locked behind plant progress. That said, you may need to improve your standing among the other apartment residents in order to buy the seeds.
Top Tip: Real-world knowledge can provide an advantage.

Do plants have different growth stages?

Yes, plants have four main stages:

Sprout
Seedling
Mature
Wilting

Early stages require care (weeding, disease treatment, maintaining conditions).
Mature plants are harvested and maintained.
Wilting can signal replacement or be used for specific purposes like attracting pollinators.

• Is genetics involved in the growing system?

Each harvest gives the player a choice between profit and research. Research unlocks the ability to create new plant varieties. That said - while real-life plant breeding is mostly predictable, in the game it’s more luck-based. You might create frost-resistant purple tomatoes in one run, and giant but fragile sour ones in another.

Players can also share their varieties with each other.

• Can I specialize in certain crops or run large-scale production?

The player can specialize in specific crops if they want. However, the scale is always relatively small, limited to balconies and a rooftop. The economy revolves around recipes that require multiple ingredients, so growing a variety of crops is encouraged. Companion planting also plays a role, for example basil can protect tomatoes from pests.

🧑‍🍳Cooking and Economy

• What can I do with the plants that I grow?

Plants grow and produce crops. Crops are harvested, processed into food, sold, and generate money and reputation. Money is reinvested, and reputation unlocks new opportunities.

• How does cooking work in the game?

As your reputation grows, you unlock recipes. Some ingredients are predefined, while others are flexible, allowing players to experiment. Each ingredient affects the final dish.

• How many recipes are available?

At least 40.

• Can you make your own custom recipes?

No, and we don’t plan to add that.

• Can I sell raw crops/plants as well as cooked dishes? Or is what I sell limited to “processed” goods?

In version 1.0, you’ll only be able to sell cooked dishes, but we’re open to adding raw crops or even seedlings in the future.

• Can I focus purely on growing without cooking?

No, but we’ve designed cooking to be as simple as possible.

🏡Home Expansion and Customization

• Can I renovate and expand my apartment?

Yes, you can change walls and floors, expand your apartment, and unlock rooftop space.

• How large can my indoor garden become?

Up to several hundred plants indoors and on the rooftop.

• To what extent can I customize the interior design?

You can customize materials, but not the layout geometry.

• Can I dedicate my entire apartment to just growing plants?

There are some fixed elements like the kitchen or lab, but otherwise yes.

• Is there a rooftop or someplace that acts as an “outdoor” section for growing plants?

The rooftop is a key part of the game. Some plants can only be grown there.

• Does my home layout impact the growing efficiency in any way?

Each room and balcony has unique environmental conditions that affect plant growth.

⏲️Time and Life Balance

• How does time work in the game?

Time runs at a 60:1 ratio.

• Is there any time pressure or failure if I mismanage my time?

No. As long as you take care of your plants, you’ll be fine.

• Is there a “game over” at all?

No. You can run out of money, but it’s easy to recover.

🍃Atmosphere and Immersion

• Is Tiny Eden played in first-person?

Yes

• Can I change the modes, e.g. from first person to third person?

• Can I listen to the music outside of the game?

Yes, on all major platforms. We'll share links here soon!

• Are there any daily rituals or cozy elements for the player to perform (in-game)?

This really is entirely up to the player. Some players might start by growing jalapeños for fun, then move on to tomatoes or a full Mediterranean setup. Others might see that and try it themselves. Over time, home gardening can become a natural part of life. It’s relaxing and can even be cost-effective if you grow things you regularly eat.
This project is about sharing practical knowledge through gameplay. Think of it as a simple, interactive introduction to growing your own food.

🌇 Development and the Future

• Why has the game gone through redevelopment?

We wanted to deliver a higher-quality experience!

• Will the game enter Early Access?

No, it will launch as a full 1.0 release.

• What are your post-launch plans? Will you keep working on new content/plants?

Yes. We plan DLCs, free updates, and major content expansions including new plants, recipes, mechanics, and locations.

• Will Tiny Eden work on the Steam Deck?

Yes

• Will you have a native Linux port?

No promises right now, but, we are looking into it

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3375110/Tiny_Eden
Join us on Discord >>> https://discord.gg/tinyedengame
Follow us on X >>> https://x.com/TinyEdenGame
Watch us on TikTok >>> https://www.tiktok.com/@tinyedengame
Explore on Instagram >>> https://www.instagram.com/tinyedengame

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Say hello to Tiny Eden!

17 Mar

Yep, you heard that right, we are now Tiny Eden.

This change means a lot to us. The new name feels much closer to the heart of the game and better reflects the cozy little world we are creating.

We also have some exciting news to share very soon, so stay tuned, follow us on social media, and make sure to wishlist Tiny Eden on Steam if you have not done it yet.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3375110/Tiny_Eden
Join us on Discord >>> https://discord.gg/tinyedengame
Follow us on X >>> https://x.com/TinyEdenGame
Watch us on TikTok >>> https://www.tiktok.com/@tinyedengame
Explore on Instagram >>> https://www.instagram.com/tinyedengame

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Join the Playtest Now!

6 Mar

With spring arriving in the Northern Hemisphere, it feels like now is the right time for us to clear the pots, refresh the soil, and begin planting again. This makes it a perfect time for City Garden Harvest to once again open its doors to you, this time with an all-new, hugely improved, public playtest.

This latest version is a complete overhaul of City Garden Harvest, from the core game systems to the UI, art, and even in-game progress. Don’t worry, we’ve got all of the details for you here!

General Information

We’re inviting players to test the newest version of City Garden Harvest and share feedback to help us refine the experience.

Important Information

Compared to the earlier demo that you might have played, this is a fully redesigned version, essentially City Garden Harvest 2.0. The game is an all-new experience.

Overview

Platform: Steam (PC – Windows)
Language: English
Steam Deck: Not supported
Progress Carryover: No (progress resets after major updates)

System Requirements

Minimum

Intel i5 (9th generation or higher) / AMD Ryzen 5 (3000 series)
8 GB RAM
GTX 1070 / AMD RX 5600 XT
5 GB HDD space
DirectX 12

Mid

Intel i7 (9th generation or higher) / AMD Ryzen 7 (3000 series)
16 GB RAM
RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
5 GB HDD space
DirectX 12

Optimal

Intel i7 (10th generation or higher) / AMD Ryzen 9 (5000 series)
16 GB RAM
RTX 3070 / AMD RX 7700 XT
5 GB HDD space
DirectX 12

More details can be found (below) in the dedicated Playtest FAQs and Patch Notes sections, so read on if you would like to know more!

Playtest FAQs

Will my in-game progress be saved?

No. Each major update during the playtest requires a restart, and progress from this playtest will not carry forward.

What languages are supported?

The playtest is available in English only.

What platform does the playtest run on?

PC (Windows) via Steam.

Will the game run on Steam Deck?

No, the Steam Deck is not officially supported at this time.
We've not added any features to the game that would allow it to run on the Steam Deck.

What should I do if I encounter a bug?

If you encounter a bug, have an issue with the game, or want to give feedback, then we have two options for you:

Best (for bugs/issues/feedback)
Submit a screenshot and description via our Discord[discord.gg].
Alternative (for bugs only):
Report the issue via this Google Form:
https://forms.gle/QN4MMcV1rLfNwKXN7
Clear descriptions and screenshots help us fix issues much faster.

What's different from the previous demo?

This playtest is essentially Version 2.0 of City Garden Harvest.
It includes:

Complete gameplay overhaul
Redesigned UI
New locations
Updated art direction
Reworked progression systems
Expanded crafting
And much more

Public Playtest Patch Notes

Art and World

New apartment layout
New location: Atrium
New city environment
Completely redesigned in-game objects (pots, tools, decor)
New plant varieties

Gameplay and Systems

Watering Rework

No more holding a button
Players now "paint" the soil surface when they water the plants.
New visual indicator system for optimal watering levels

Soil System Overhaul

Pre-made soil mixes removed from the shop
Players now create their own soil blends directly in the pot

Compost
Sand
Perlite
Other components

Planting Update

Added timing-based mini-game
Players must land within the correct range
IMPORTANT: The visuals for this are placeholders. We hope to have this updated within a month of the playtest starting.

Weeding

Weeds can now grow in pots
Use a garden fork to remove them

Harvesting Changes

Harvesting is now fully manual
Equip pruning shears
Collect crops directly from the world
No automatic UI pop-ups

Order System Rework

Orders are no longer completed via computer.
The players must physically locate clients in the building and deliver items in person.

Tablet Device

Desktop functionality moved to a portable tablet
The tablet is accessible at any time during gameplay

Books, Notes, and Lore

Collectible notes and books added
These contain lore, character information, and gameplay tips

Crafting Expansion

Most items are now crafted directly inside the apartment
Crafting requires blueprints and components

Game Time

Faster daytime cycle
A full in-game year now lasts 24 days

Lighting System Update

Lighting bonuses are directly tied to tables, shelves, and surfaces
No more guessing light levels

Experience, Reputation, and Faction Shops

Earn experience and reputation, which is used to unlock new opportunities
Faction-based stores have been added as well.

Operations Panel (UI)

Added a new overview panel that displays key garden and system information.
This is accessible from anywhere

Other Improvements

Pause option added
New music tracks
New action animations
New VFX

City Garden Harvest is a first-person cozy farm simulator with urban lifestyle vibes. You live in a city of the future, and your goal is to transform your cozy apartment into a lush, prosperous slice of paradise. Grow a variety of plants, produce eco-friendly products, sell them, renovate your apartment, and expand your farm!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3375110/City_Garden_Harvest
Join us on Discord >>> https://discord.gg/citygardenharvest
Follow us on X >>> https://x.com/CityGardenX
Watch us on TikTok >>> https://www.tiktok.com/@citygardenharvest
Explore on Instagram >>> https://www.instagram.com/citygardenharvest

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Not Sure Where the Demo Ends?

I have been playing for a number of hours now and am really enjoying the game. The one thing I have noticed is that I can prune the flowers but cannot incorporate them into flour to make a recipe. I have the same problem with the onions, they cannot be cooked in the oven. I also cannot get tomatoes to grow at all. I plant them and they disappear from the pot the following day. I'm assuming this isn't a glitch but a purposeful choice since it's a demo. It would be nice to confirm that for players, though, b...

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2 Jan, 2025 @ 3:30pm

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