Steam News12 February 20266mo ago

First Playtest & Steam Lunar New Year

Dear players, After several months of development, our new idle desktop gardening companion game — BuGarden — is finally ready for its first public playtest!

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addedAfter several months of development, our new idle desktop gardening companion game — BuGarden — is finally ready for its first public playtest!

changedThe test will officially begin on February 12 at 8:00 PM (Steam Server Time / PT) .Over the past few months, we’ve been “very normally” developing this game — just the usual late nights, endless tweaking, and only procrastinating four or five hours a day like responsible developers.

changedThe test will officially begin on February 12 at 8:00 PM (Steam Server Time / PT) .Somehow, it’s now actually playable.

changedThe test will officially begin on February 12 at 8:00 PM (Steam Server Time / PT) .Now we truly need players to jump in, try it out, and tell us honestly: what’s fun, what’s not, and what you’d love to see in this little bug-filled garden living on your desktop.

changedThe test will officially begin on February 12 at 8:00 PM (Steam Server Time / PT) .Here are some details:

changed【Playtest Information】Playtest Period: F ebruary 12, 8:00 PM – February 20, 23:59PM (Steam Server Time / PT)

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addedAfter several months of development, our new idle desktop gardening companion game — BuGarden — is finally ready for its first public playtest!

changedOver the past few months, we’ve been “very normally” developing this game — just the usual late nights, endless tweaking, and only procrastinating four or five hours a day like responsible developers.

changedSomehow, it’s now actually playable.

changedNow we truly need players to jump in, try it out, and tell us honestly: what’s fun, what’s not, and what you’d love to see in this little bug-filled garden living on your desktop.

changedHere are some details:

Dear players,

After several months of development, our new idle desktop gardening companion game — BuGarden — is finally ready for its first public playtest!

The test will officially begin on February 12 at 8:00 PM (Steam Server Time / PT).

Over the past few months, we’ve been “very normally” developing this game — just the usual late nights, endless tweaking, and only procrastinating four or five hours a day like responsible developers.

Somehow, it’s now actually playable.

Now we truly need players to jump in, try it out, and tell us honestly: what’s fun, what’s not, and what you’d love to see in this little bug-filled garden living on your desktop.

Here are some details:

【About the Game】

BuGarden is a lightweight idle desktop gardening game focused on relaxing flower growing and satisfying bug-squashing.

Relaxed Gardening, Endless Variety
No complicated mechanics — just water, fertilize, and wait for your flowers to bloom. Fertilizing attracts insects, and you can casually eliminate them with various tools for a stress-relieving experience. Pure cozy vibes and gentle healing ♪(^∇^*)
Mutated Flowers & Dedicated Collection Pages
Discover multiple mutated flower varieties. Each flower has its own detailed page recording water needs and mutation types, making collection and care feel meaningful and rewarding (＾－＾)V
A Quiet Desktop Companion That Doesn’t Disturb
When idle, the toolbar hides to keep your desktop clean. Move your cursor over the garden to reveal controls.
Use the mouse wheel to freely zoom in or out — admire blossoms up close or adjust to fit your workspace. Coins and insects can be hidden with one click.
It quietly blooms and gently sways in the corner of your screen, keeping you company without ever getting in the way~ (^o^)/~

【Playtest Information】

Playtest Period: F ebruary 12, 8:00 PM – February 20, 23:59PM (Steam Server Time / PT)

How to Join: Visit the Steam store page and click “Request Access” to apply.

During the test, if you encounter any bugs, technical issues, or have gameplay suggestions, you can submit feedback directly through the in-game feedback system or leave us a message through Discord.

We’ll be reading everything carefully and polishing the game together with you to make it better and better.

As the Lunar New Year begins and the Steam Lunar New Year Sale arrives, we hope BuGarden can bring a gentle touch of green to your holiday season.

This spring, we’ll be waiting for you in the little garden on your desktop — come join us for this cozy, slightly sleep-deprived, but very heartfelt journey. 🌿

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Steam News / 12 February 2026

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