Simpler Times
Released Jun 2024
Simpler Times is an experiential, interactive meditation that rewards patience and attention with poignant moments that can be replayed like a favorite song.
92% positive · 147 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
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Evaluation
Simpler Times launched on June 7, 2024 as a self-contained narrative experience — a cozy, story-driven game with no live service elements, no season pass, and no announced ongoing content plans. The only paid DLC is the game's soundtrack, which released on July 16, 2024.
On October 17, 2025, the developer (Stoneskip) released a small free update — the "Autumn Update" — adding a hidden cassette tape featuring a new song, "Safe and Dreamy." The post framed this explicitly as a thank-you gift to the community: "This is a small gift from us at Stoneskip to you." There is no roadmap, no announced future content, and no unreleased DLC on the store.
With only one major content release (the Autumn Update in October 2025) following launch, there is no sustained pattern of recurring updates to suggest more are on the way. The developer's framing of that update as a gratitude gesture — rather than the beginning of an ongoing content cycle — further supports the reading that the game is now complete. The last developer communication was October 17, 2025, and no further content has been announced since.
Evidence
Autumn Update added a hidden cassette tape with a new song ('Safe and Dreamy') as a thank-you gift to the community. Framed as a one-off gesture of appreciation, with no mention of further planned content.
The only DLC listed is the game's soundtrack, released July 16, 2024. No unreleased DLC entries exist on the store.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
iam8bit Presents
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
In Simpler Times, you step into the shoes of Taina as she prepares to move out of her childhood home and begin the next chapter of her life. Relive her memories and learn how she grew into the creative, expressive person she has become. This is a contemplative, cozy experience. There is no score, no timer, no combat, no failing, and no anxiety. Just vibes.
Simpler Times takes place in Taina’s childhood bedroom. Here you can listen to music, paint, watch nature, take photos, browse books, read notes & solve puzzles. Each object has a story to tell. The game takes place over ten years with 4 different moments to explore, each one portrayed in a different season.
Explore each chapter of Taina’s past without timers or fail states adding unnecessary pressure. The subtle narration unfolds through careful observation and introspection, rewarding those who embrace Simpler Times' reflective nature.
Music is the soulful centerpiece of Simpler Times, as Taina relives her childhood memories by spinning records on a turntable. The exceptional lo-fi soundtrack by George Pandrea, a true maestro of the chillout format, is accompanied by the lyrical poetry of Taina’s IRL voice actor, Maeve Kroeger. You’ll want to listen to these vibey tunes over and over (and over) again, trust us.
4 Seasons, 4 Records
Simpler Times takes place in Taina’s childhood bedroom. Here you can listen to music, paint, watch nature, take photos, browse books, read notes & solve puzzles. Each object has a story to tell. The game takes place over ten years with 4 different moments to explore, each one portrayed in a different season.
Play at Your Own Pace
Explore each chapter of Taina’s past without timers or fail states adding unnecessary pressure. The subtle narration unfolds through careful observation and introspection, rewarding those who embrace Simpler Times' reflective nature.
Lo-fi Beats to Unwind to
Music is the soulful centerpiece of Simpler Times, as Taina relives her childhood memories by spinning records on a turntable. The exceptional lo-fi soundtrack by George Pandrea, a true maestro of the chillout format, is accompanied by the lyrical poetry of Taina’s IRL voice actor, Maeve Kroeger. You’ll want to listen to these vibey tunes over and over (and over) again, trust us.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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