Town of Zoz
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About Town of Zoz
Town of Zoz is a cozy adventure RPG with quirky RPG elements, developed by Studio Pixanoh and published by Humble Games. Released on December 31 2026 it blends creature hunting resource gathering and cooking mechanics into a lighthearted narrative about rebuilding a town. You play as Ito a shaman chef who hunts magical critters collects ingredients and cooks meals to strengthen relationships with locals. The story slowly reveals hidden lore as you balance daily tasks with uncovering ancient secrets. Available on PC PS5 Xbox Series and Switch it supports single player co-op and split screen. Ideal for casual RPG fans who enjoy crafting and social storytelling.
Gameplay
Town of Zoz centers on hunting gathering and cooking in a loop. Each session involves tracking magical creatures with a special rod capturing them to extract ingredients and using recipes to craft dishes. Cooking affects relationships with townsfolk who give quests and hints about the world. Combat is simple and action based with a focus on timing captures. The game shifts between exploration and crafting phases with a day-night cycle driving activity. Multiplayer modes let you team up for co-op hunts or split screen cooking challenges. Controls are light and responsive with minimal grinding. Progression ties to recipe unlocks and relationship milestones rather than traditional level-ups. The mix of slapstick humor and subtle worldbuilding keeps sessions engaging.
What Players Think
Community ratings sit at 8.9/10 with critics averaging 84/100. 42% of players finish 100% of content and average playtime is 24.6 hours. Moods reported are 68% cozy 55% quirky and 33% mysterious. Users praise the "relaxing but rewarding loop" and "charming art style." Some note repetitive combat and shallow lore. 89% of achievement sets are completed in under 30 hours with the hardest being a rare creature capture. Price at $39.99 sits 12% below similar RPGs. Recent reviews highlight the "addictive co-op mode" but call the story "lightweight." 78% recommend it for chill multiplayer sessions.
PlayPile's Take
Town of Zoz works best as a casual multiplayer pick. The cooking and relationship mechanics are solid but not impressive. With a 30-hour cap and 89% achievement completion rate it offers solid value for $40. Fans of co-op crafting games will enjoy split-screen hunts but solo players may find the story underdeveloped. The quirky tone and cozy vibes make it a good companion title for downtime. Worth trying if you have a friend to team up with but not essential for RPG purists. The price and replayable co-op modes tip the balance toward a recommendation.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
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