Look, let's be honest about cozy games—they are everywhere these days. Team 42 has stepped into the ring by bringing their cozy taming MMORPG, World of Slime, to Steam Next Fest. Valve's digital showcase runs until October 26, offering playable demos for upcoming titles. Team 42 timed the final update for the PC trial version precisely with this festival, introducing brand-new regions and slimes so players can dive into fresh content.

Rather than pushing you into sweat-inducing competitive loops, the game aims squarely at a leisurely exploration-focused experience. While it borrows familiar mechanics of catching and raising monsters, the title sets itself apart through a fusion system that lets players discover and buff entirely new slimes.

You can buddy up with mates or random explorers, team up for parties, or dip into various quests that add a bit of depth to the journey. The charming visuals, squishy creature designs, and distinct characters all pitch in to deliver a relaxing, healing atmosphere. In what the developer calls a player-friendly approach, there are no randomized loot boxes; instead, monetization relies on optional convenience items like town return scrolls and character customisation skins.

Following Steam Next Fest, Team 42 plans to pack its bags for Busan to showcase a massive booth at G-STAR 2026, running from November 19 to November 22 at BEXCO. The developer will offer hands-on mobile demos of World of Slime alongside on-site events, while also kicking off pre-registrations.

World of Slime is gearing up for its official cross-platform launch on mobile and PC this coming December.