A small, low-maintenance virtual pet that stays on your screen all the time while you do other things.

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Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Although the current version of the game is completely playable and fulfills the core promise of a desktop companion, we want to expand the mechanics with features like a sickness system and more complex evolutions. Early Access allows us to receive feedback on these new additions to ensure they add depth without breaking the 'low maintenance' and 'unobtrusive' philosophy of the game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We plan to keep the game in Early Access for approximately 6 to 12 months.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Some of the mechanics planned to finalize the game are:

- A simplified system where your pet can get sick
- Improved game progression with a focus on long-term gameplay
- A happiness system with a greater impact on your pet
- More evolutions”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version is fully functional and features the complete core loop: feeding, drinking, and playing with your pet to keep it happy and alive. It also includes the automatic coin collection system, and the initial set of evolutions based on how you treat your pet. Please refer to the 'About This' section for more details.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“There will be no price difference.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Player feedback will be used to consider modifications to existing features and for the addition of new functionalities. We will primarily use the Steam Community Hub and the Discord server to gather this feedback.”
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Planned Release Date: February 2026

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About This Game

Deskpet is a virtual pet that stays on your screen all the time, keeping you company while you use your computer. It's the classic pet experience, but without interrupting your workflow.

Care, Evolve, and Collect

Inspired by vintage virtual pets, your Deskpet requires simple care:

  • Feed and Play: Keep it happy with food, water, and fun.

  • Real Risk: If you forget about it, it might meet a tragic end!

  • Low Maintenance: It won't die if you close the application.

  • Multiple Evolutions: The way you care for your pet defines how it evolves. Discover how to get every creature in the encyclopedia!

Earn Coins

  • Auto Collect: Your pet collects coins on its own over time.

  • Upgrades: Use coins to unlock new items and evolutions.

Hassle-Free Multitasking

Deskpet was built to be a companion that doesn't hinder productivity.

  • Discrete: Takes up very little screen space.

  • Always Visible: Interact with it at any time.

  • Overlay Mode (Fullscreen): Enable this to let it move across the entire screen, but without covering or blocking your other apps.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10
    • Processor: Intel® Core™ i3 @ 3.2 GHZ
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Graphics card with DX9
    • DirectX: Version 9.0
    • Storage: 400 MB available space
    Recommended:
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Storage: 400 MB available space
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