Ivy Road and Annapurna Interactive unveiled their highly anticipated narrative-driven tea shop management game, Wanderstop, coming to PC and PlayStation 5 this March 11, 2025. The announcement was made through a new trailer unveiled at the Most Wanted 2025 Showcase from PC Gaming Show.
Check out the trailer here:
Wanderstop is created by Davey Wreden, known for his works on The Beginner’s Guide and the whimsical Stanley Parable. He describes Wanderstop as a reflection of his personal experiences with burnout and the challenging process of healing.
The game’s protagonist, Alta, is a former fighter reluctantly turned teamaker, embodying a journey of self-discovery and resilience.
“Its cozy game gameplay was borne out from a lot of inner stress I was experiencing.” said Wreden, which is why the game’s trailer offered a poignant glimpse into Alta’s newfound resolve to manage a tea-shop.
Wanderstop is more than just a game about making tea. It is also a contemplative game. As the players take on the role of Alta, harvesting and growing ingredients is essential to make the best tea. Players can craft tea using a unique contraption, and serve a variety of travelers passing through the shop.
Each customer brings their own stories and needs, and Alta must create teas tailored to their preferences. These brief yet nuanced relationships form the heart of the game’s narrative, exploring themes of identity, purpose, and the struggle to embrace change.
As a once-renowned championship fighter, she resents her new life and longs to return to the arena. This tension deepens her interactions with customers and her journey toward accepting a role she never wanted.
Fans of games like Recettear and Moonlighter can find the balance of managing a business and collecting resources rewarding.
Scheduled for release on March 11, 2025, Wanderstop invites players to put themselves in its enchanting world and introspective narrative. More updates and insights about the game will be shared through official channels and social media in the coming months.