PepperStones, the developer behind the visually striking and puzzle-heavy Wetory, is back with a fresh endeavour.

On the 29th, the Korean indie studio PepperStones announced the arrival of Hips N' Noses on Steam. It is an intriguing cocktail of cafe management simulation and roguelike shooting. The game follows Mela, a witch who spends nights battling through nightmares to collect 'memory flowers' and days running a cafe in a world that never sleeps, helping patrons piece together their lost memories. The developer's signature cartoon-rendering style gives the title a distinct aesthetic flair.

Mela encounters patrons with rather specific tastes; you will need to hunt for clues hidden within the dialogue to brew the perfect recipe. When the sun sets, the focus shifts as you navigate an ever-changing dreamscape, cooperating with characters met in the waking world to scavenge rare ingredients. These resources are essential for upgrading your culinary tools, allowing Mela to handle the morning rush with far greater efficiency.

Hips N' Noses is slated for a Q1 2026 release, with a planned six-month Early Access period preceding the full launch.