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JIAOHU · Published by JIAOHU
Very Positive — 83% positive (87 reviews)
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A cozy open-world life sim set in a peaceful seaside town. Farm, dive, explore islands, build relationships, customize your home, and enjoy a slower pace of life.
£8.50
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Indie, RPG, Simulation, Early Access, Casual · 2024 · More £5 - £15 games
Embark on a peaceful journey as Little Life: Island Tales invites you to explore islands, customize your home, and form bonds with the community. Farm and dive for adventure in this cozy simulation experience.
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About the Game
Leave the stress of city life behind and start over in a peaceful seaside town.
In Little Life, you can build your own cozy life by the ocean — farm, dive, explore islands, decorate your home, meet townsfolk, and slowly settle into a relaxing new routine at your own pace.
Whether you spend your days growing crops, driving around town, collecting rare items, running small businesses, or simply watching the sunset by the sea, every moment is about enjoying the simple pleasures of island life.
A Cozy Seaside Life
Escape the noise of modern life and move to the charming coastal town of Housai. Experience slow living in a warm and welcoming community where every day is yours to shape.
Take things slowly, build relationships with local residents, discover hidden places around the islands, and create a life that feels truly your own.
Farm, Fish, Dive & Explore
Grow crops, raise animals, go fishing, dive beneath the ocean, gather resources, and uncover hidden treasures scattered across nearby islands.
From peaceful farming to underwater exploration, the world is filled with activities to discover at your own pace.
Meet the Townsfolk
Build friendships with the residents of Housai through conversations, gifts, daily interactions, and shared experiences.
As relationships grow, townsfolk may offer discounts, invite you to events, share stories, or even become someone special in your life.
Customize Your Home
Create a home that reflects your personality, from cozy apartments to seaside villas.
Decorate your living space with furniture and decorations collected throughout your journey, and slowly turn your house into your dream island home.
Live Freely
There are many ways to spend your life in Housai Town. Become a street vendor, run small businesses, deliver goods around town, collect rare items, or simply enjoy peaceful days near the sea.
You are free to choose your own lifestyle without being forced down a fixed path.
A Relaxing Life with Hidden Depths
Beyond the peaceful atmosphere lies a world filled with systems and discoveries. Use negotiation cards while shopping or selling goods, upgrade tools and vehicles, explore distant islands, and uncover new ways to improve your life.
Little Life blends cozy daily living with deeper simulation and exploration mechanics, giving players freedom to play however they like.
Slow Down and Enjoy Life
Little Life is a cozy open-world life sim about freedom, atmosphere, and the joy of everyday moments.
Take your time, enjoy the ocean breeze, and build your own little life by the sea.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or greater
- Processor: 2 Ghz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256 mb video memory, shader model 3.0+
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Little Life 2.2.0 Major Update + 40% OFF (Lowest Price Ever)
Hello everyone!The Little Life 2.2.0 Major Update has arrived!The cinema on Houhai Island is finally open. In this update, you can visit the brand-new cinema, meet new cinema-related characters, discover new interactions, and enjoy a movie on the big screen.You can even invite someone special to watch a movie together.The update also introduces a new Lost & Found Box, adding another small but useful detail to everyday island life.To celebrate the update, Little Life is now 40% OFF for a limited time—matching its lowest price ever!Whether you are returning to Houhai Island or beginning your island life for the first time, now is a wonderful time to visit.🎉 Limited-Time 40% OFFTo celebrate the release of the 2.2.0 Major Update, Little Life is now available at 40% OFF for a limited time.If you enjoy:Cozy life simulationExploring a peaceful island townBuilding relationships with island residentsDecorating, collecting, cooking, and relaxingDiscovering small stories hidden in everyday lifeThis is a great opportunity to begin your new life on Houhai Island.🎬 The Cinema Is Now OpenA brand-new cinema has opened on Houhai Island!Step inside, explore the new location, and enjoy a quiet evening at the movies.The cinema adds a new place to visit and another cozy activity to enjoy during your daily life on the island.❤️ Watch a Movie with Someone SpecialMovies are better when you have someone sitting beside you.You can now invite someone special to visit the cinema and watch a movie together.Spend some time away from work and daily routines, settle into your seats, and share a warm moment on the big screen.🎭 New Cinema-Related NPCs and InteractionsThe opening of the cinema also introduces new cinema-related NPCs and interactions.Meet the people connected to the cinema, talk with them, and discover more small stories taking place around Houhai Island.These new characters and moments help make the town feel a little more lively—and a little more human.📦 New Lost & Found BoxA new Lo...Read full article on Community Announcements (Flypluss)Patch NotesOfficial
Little Life 2.1 Major Update + 40% OFF (Lowest Price Ever)
Little Life 2.1 Major Update is Here! + 40% OFF (Lowest Price Ever)Hello everyone!The Little Life 2.1 Major Update has arrived!This update brings a huge expansion to farming, cooking, social interactions, and the negotiation system. To celebrate the update, the game is also available at its lowest price ever with a limited-time 40% discount!Whether you're a returning player or discovering the island for the first time, now is a great time to start your new life in Houhai Island.🎉 Limited-Time 40% OFFTo celebrate the 2.1 Major Update, Little Life is now 40% OFF at its lowest price ever.If you enjoy:Farming and life simulationDecorating and collectingCooking and explorationCozy island livingThis is one of the best opportunities to jump into the game.🌾 New Crops & Farming ContentA variety of new crops have been added:WheatSticky RiceSoybeansRed BeansCoffee TreesFrom planting and harvesting to processing ingredients for cooking, your farm now offers even more possibilities.🍳 New Cooking Tools & RecipesTwo new cooking stations have been added:SteamerStand MixerAlong with a large collection of brand-new recipes.Chinese CuisineBaoziTangyuanZongziTraditional steamed dishesMany more regional specialtiesWestern DessertsBreadCakesCookiesCoffee-based treatsMore baking recipesFrom comforting street food to delicate desserts, your kitchen has never been busier.💕 Deeper NPC RelationshipsBuild stronger bonds with the residents of Houhai Island and unlock new rewards.Develop friendships and relationshipsDiscover new interactionsReceive exclusive recipe gifts from NPCsLearn unique cooking knowledge from different charactersEvery resident has their own personality, story, and favorite recipes waiting to be discovered.🛋️ AKEA Curated Collection OpensThe new AKEA Curated Collection is now available!Discover:Exclusive furnitureFunctional home itemsSpecial decorative piecesPremium interior designsCreate an even more personalized dream home.🃏 Negotiation System ExpansionThe negotiation sys...Read full article on Community Announcements (Flypluss)Patch NotesOfficial
Little Life 2.0: Major Content Update Available Now
Little Life 2.0 Major Update is Now Live! Welcome back to Houhai Island! The 2.0 update brings new locations, new character stories, seasonal events, visual improvements, and support for more languages. New Locations Houhai Island is growing. This update adds several new places to explore: WanTea, Xiaowan's tea shop Haige's Beach Hut Pet Shop, coming soon New Street Decorations The streets now include more small interactive decorations, including rocking horses placed around town. A tiny detail, yes. But tiny details are how a town starts to feel alive. More Character Stories More character events and story interactions have been added. Spend more time with the residents of Houhai Island, discover new conversations, and learn more about their lives and relationships. Seasonal Events Expanded Labor Day Event Celebrate Labor Day with new themed content and rewards. New items include: Work Gloves Electric Drill Construction-themed items New Year Event The New Year event has also been expanded with more festive decorations and a warmer holiday atmosphere throughout town. NPC Portrait Improvements All NPC portraits have been updated and refined. Characters now have a more polished and consistent visual style, helping them better express their personalities and emotions. Improved Interactions Many small interaction details have been improved. For example: Characters now walk to chairs before sitting down Movement behavior feels more natural Environmental interactions have been improved These changes help Houhai Island feel more immersive and believable. Simplified Currency System Several token types have been merged. This should make progression easier to understand and reduce unnecessary complexity. More Language Support Little Life now supports more languages: French Korean Japanese We hope more players around the world can enjoy life on Houhai Island. Thank You Thank you for your continued support. More updates are already on the way, including the upcoming Pet Shop, a...Read full article on Community Announcements (Flypluss)Patch NotesOfficial
v1.2.5 Update ｜ A Qiang is Ready for Marriage!
Dear Islanders, today’s update brings some exciting new features and improvements:💍 Marriage with A QiangYou can now marry A Qiang and start a new chapter together.💇 Hairstyle Switching OptimizedOnce you’ve crafted a hairstyle, switching back to it no longer requires extra materials.👗 Outfit Change for PartnersYou can now dress up your partner and choose their outfits.🛠️ Bug FixFixed an issue where gifting clothes to Xiaowan could cause the game to crash.🌱 Planting OptimizedPress P to quickly auto-plant crops.✨ Thank you as always for your support and feedback. We hope you enjoy a cozy and relaxing day on Houhai Island!Read full article on Community Announcements (Flypluss)Patch NotesOfficial
🌸 LittleLife – Qixi Festival Special Update!
Dear islanders, happy Qixi Festival! This update brings you romance and surprises galore:💍 Ding Wu can now get married! Take your relationship with Ding Wu to the next level and begin your married life together.🌙 Midnight Whispers for Couples In the quiet of the night, listen to the tender secrets of your lover.First available: Xiaowan, Fumeng, Tang Yuxin, Fule Other characters will be added gradually—stay tuned!🪸 New Undersea CreaturesArc JellyRipple JellySpotted Star JellyCatch them and place them in your aquarium to light up your very own underwater world.🏃 Energy Ring Removed Traveling, fishing, and diving adventures are now easier and more carefree—no more restrictions!💡 Inspiration System Optimized Significantly reduced the required inspiration points, making creation smoother.🌐 Localization FixesCarefully reviewed and 100% resolved all localization issues—everything is now fully polished!✨ Thank you all for your continued support. May you spend a gentle and romantic Qixi night on Houhai Island~Read full article on Community Announcements (Flypluss)
