- Viral Debut: Boasts a staggering 99% positive rating from its initial Steam demo.
- The Concept: A “cute-yet-gross” roguelike restaurant sim where you serve delicacies like chicken heads and ground toad to cave-dwelling goblins.
- The Pressure: A relentless landlord demands rent every 2 minutes, with “inflation” making every second count.
- Global Launch: Now available on Steam, iOS, and Android as of February 9.
What happens when a young goblin watches a sushi chef on TV and decides to bring that culinary “art” to the depths of a damp cave? You get Goblin Sushi, the latest indie sensation from Swiss newcomer Old Cake Factory. Launched in Early Access on February 9, the game is already being hailed as the next “addictive” hit for fans of titles like Good Pizza, Great Pizza, but with a punishing, supernatural twist.
A Swiss Success Story in the Making
Developed by Old Cake Factory and published by Zurich-based Metaroot, Goblin Sushi follows in the footsteps of Metaroot’s previous sleeper hit, The Farmer Was Replaced. That title sold over 160,000 copies by leveraging niche markets in China, Japan, and the U.S.
With Goblin Sushi, the team is pivoting from programming sims to “chaos management.” The studio’s goal is simple: create games with clear progression, tight loops, and enough personality to stand out in a crowded market. If the 99% positive demo feedback is any indication, they’ve hit the bullseye.
Gameplay: Gastronomy of the Gross
Forget tuna and salmon. In the goblin world, the menu is far more… eclectic. Players must master over 20 unique sushi types using ingredients such as:
- Larvae & Slugs
- Chicken Heads
- Freshly Ground Toads
- Mystery “Poop” Variants (Yes, really.)
The game features 23 unique customers, ranging from a “Granny Goblin” who brings her pet dog to a “Giant Dog” who brings its own tiny goblin grandma. With over 100 upgrades and 15 special abilities, players can build unique strategies to keep their fickle, impatient customers happy.
Game Profile: Goblin Sushi
| Category | Details |
| Developer | Old Cake Factory (Switzerland) |
| Publisher | Metaroot |
| Release Date | February 9, 2026 (Early Access) |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), iOS, Android |
| Genre | Roguelike Restaurant Simulation |
| Key Features | 100+ Upgrades, 23+ Customer Types, High-Stakes Rent Mechanic |
| Language Support | 12 Languages (including English and Korean) |
Community Feedback: “Addictive and Horrifying”
Early players have praised the game’s “disturbingly cute” aesthetic and fast-paced loop. However, some have noted that the difficulty spikes aggressively. The “landlord” mechanic acts as the primary roguelike pressure, forcing players to balance long-term upgrades with immediate cash flow.
The developers have promised a 12-month Early Access period to fine-tune the pacing and add even more “disgusting” recipes based on player suggestions.
The game supports 12 languages, including Korean, and will be released simultaneously on Steam, iOS, and Android on February 9th. A demo version will still be playable on Steam.
Steam Store Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3734290/Goblin_Sushi/
