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Novel Haven

Step into Novel Haven and transform a rundown lighthouse into a cozy bookstore. Help the villagers, arrange your favorite books, and decorate your own magical reading retreat!

96%
of 124 reviews
Free
Released: Feb 24, 2026  •  Developers: SkyCat Games…  •  Publishers: SkyCat Games…

The Developer Says...

Novel Haven is a short story-focused game based on the bestselling book series. Move to a coastal town, renovate the crumbling lighthouse and turn it into a cozy bookstore, designed entirely to your taste. Help the villagers with quests, uncover hidden secrets, and create a literary sanctuary.

Charming Visuals

Adorable pets (including capybaras!), countless books, colorful plants, and so much more! Customize your very own pixel world exactly the way you imagine it.

Fun Mini-Games

Help villagers write letters, restock bookshelves, and complete photo quests to earn money for new decorations. Can you find all the hidden achievements?

Relaxing Gameplay

Design your bookstore to calm beats and forget about everyday life for a while.

Back of the Box Details

Steam Deck

Playable

DLC

None

DRM/EULA Notices

None

Achievements

None

Ratings

None

Demo

None

Metacritic

None

Content Notices

None

Controller Support

None

Reviews

96%

Overwhelmingly Positive

Based on 124 reviews


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