Serve coffee, decorate your dream cafe, and meet adorable animal customers in this wholesome new sim. Cozy vibes are officially on the menu. Tailside, the laidback cozy cafe simulation game from solo developer Coffee Beans Dev, has launched into Early Access on PC via Steam, inviting players to unwind, sip virtual lattes, and serve furry forest dwellers. A full 1.0 release is currently planned for 2027.
Developed in Lithuania, Tailside delivers a stress-free cafe management experience focused on creativity, customization, and charming character stories—perfect for players looking to relax rather than race against the clock.
A Cozy Cafe Sim Designed for Pure Relaxation
In Tailside, players step into the role of a cafe owner serving freshly brewed coffee and baked treats to friendly animal customers from across the forest. There are no harsh timers, profit pressures, or fail states—this is a wholesome sim built around comfort and creativity.
From roasting and grinding coffee beans to pouring drinks and crafting latte art, every system is designed to feel soothing and rewarding.
Customize Your Cafe, Bedroom, and Terrace
Personalization is at the heart of Tailside. Players can decorate not only their cafe, but also their bedroom and outdoor terrace, choosing from hundreds of cozy decor items like:
- Plush chairs and sofas
- Succulents and plants
- Signs, tables, and seating options
- Cute plushies and accessories
As each in-game day passes, new brewing abilities and decorative options unlock, allowing players to slowly shape the perfect chill-out space.
Meet Adorable Villagers and Follow Their Stories
Tailside isn’t just about coffee—it’s about community. As players progress, they’ll meet more villagers and learn about the animal customers who stop by each day. Their stories unfold gradually, with the daily in-game newspaper offering insight into the lives and personalities of your regulars.
It’s a gentle narrative layer that makes each visit feel personal and heartwarming.
Mod Support Lets You Add Your Own Furry Friends
One of Tailside’s standout features is mod support. Players can import custom characters and turn them into cafe visitors—meaning you can add yourself, friends, or even real-life pets into the game.
This level of personalization adds a unique and community-driven touch rarely seen in cozy sims.
Early Access Roadmap and Planned Features
Coffee Beans Dev has already shared a roadmap outlining the journey from Early Access to version 1.0 in 2027. Planned updates include:
- A full greenhouse system
- A flower shop to grow and sell plants
- The ability to visit other players’ cafes
These upcoming features aim to expand both the creative and social aspects of the game as development continues.
Key Features of Tailside
Progress Without Pressure
A wholesome sim experience designed to be calm and stress-free. Sandbox mode is available for decor-focused play without objectives.
Brew the Perfect Cup
Create coffees with different flavors and strengths, craft latte art, and unlock new drink varieties as you level up.
Fully Customizable Spaces
Design multiple areas including your cafe, bedroom, and terrace, with hundreds of decor items and custom character support.
Price, Platforms, and Steam Deck Support
Tailside: Cozy Cafe Sim is available now in Early Access on Windows PC via Steam for:
- $9.89 USD
- £8.36 GBP
- €9.71 EUR
The game is launching with a 10% discount and is currently rated “Playable” on Steam Deck.
For more on Tailside, follow developer Coffee Beans Dev on X (Twitter) and join the official Discord.
