Pine Hearts is an absolute gem of an 'open-world' puzzle game. It reminds me of the best parts of cozy-gaming—emotional storytelling, a vibrant art style, and a sense of discovery that never feels forced. You play as Tyke, exploring a caravan park, but it’s the way the game handles 'metroidvania' style progression through tools and puzzles that really impressed me.
The narrative is surprisingly touching, dealing with memories and family in a way that feels organic to the exploration. Every new tool you find—whether it's for gardening or light engineering—opens up a whole new section of the beautiful park. As a reviewer, I rarely find games that balance 'relaxing' and 'engaging' this perfectly. It’s a warm hug of a game that deserves a spot on every iPhone.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.5.0Tue Dec 16 2025
Adjustments and improvements to Autosave functionality
General bug fixes
-TRY BEFORE YOU BUY-
Try the first two areas from the main game – Reflection Point and the Campsite – totalling 20-25 minutes of gameplay.
A one-time in-app purchase opens up the full Pine Hearts experience. No ads.
Adventure awaits! Join Tyke on a cosy hiking expedition to the sprawling Pine Hearts nature reserve and scale the mountain your father never managed to climb.
Splash through rockpools, explore mysterious caves, clean up campsites, investigate old castle ruins, and play on the beach as Tyke revisits the scenes of childhood holidays and recollects past adventures with his dad.
The Pine Hearts nature reserve is an enchanting world of crisscrossing paths and shortcuts, filled with surprising interactions. Make lots of new friends and complete quirky quests for locals in need, including:
· Judging a vegetable competition!
· Conducting a brass band!
· Helping a ghost!
· Rebuilding a whale-watching boat!
· Rescuing wayward bees!
· Setting (camera) traps to catch a monster!
· Digging up Viking treasure!
Lose yourself in a charming world packed with memories and make it a holiday to remember for everyone you encounter.
Key Features:
· Heartfelt story about family loss – A warm and thoughtful tale about honouring the memory of Tyke’s late father, told with tenderness and care
· Sunny Scottish setting – Explore an interconnected world inspired by our childhood holidays to the Scottish Highlands’ Cairngorms. Sun added by artistic license
· More than just a park – Sandy beaches, dusty catacombs, lush golf courses, bustling caravan parks, and more await explorers travelling to the Pine Hearts nature reserve
· Gentle puzzling and stress-free exploration – Unlock equipment and abilities at your own pace to open shortcuts and reach new areas of the Metroidvania-style map
· Whimsical characters and quests – Make new friends and do good deeds for them
· Pet cute dogs – We are @CanYouPetTheDog verified
· Pat cool crabs – If @CanYouPatTheCrab existed, we’d be verified too
· Sweet contemplative moments – Sit down on a bench to take a breather and admire the sights
· Comprehensive accessibility options – Simplified controls, colour-blocking, black-and-white, and high-contrast modes, visual FX toggles, font scaling, full input remapping, and more
Pine Hearts is the perfect game for players seeking a relaxing and intuitive adventure about exploring nature, bonding with adorable characters, and making family memories that last beyond lifetimes. It’s inspired by our own experiences and dedicated to those whose cherished memories carry forward with us on the journey.
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.-TRY BEFORE YOU BUY-
Try the first two areas from the main game – Reflection Point and the Campsite – totalling 20-25 minutes of gameplay.
A one-time in-app purchase opens up the full Pine Hearts experience. No ads.
Adventure awaits! Join Tyke on a cosy hiking expedition to the sprawling Pine Hearts nature reserve and scale the mountain your father never managed to climb.
Splash through rockpools, explore mysterious caves, clean up campsites, investigate old castle ruins, and play on the beach as Tyke revisits the scenes of childhood holidays and recollects past adventures with his dad.
The Pine Hearts nature reserve is an enchanting world of crisscrossing paths and shortcuts, filled with surprising interactions. Make lots of new friends and complete quirky quests for locals in need, including:
· Judging a vegetable competition!
· Conducting a brass band!
· Helping a ghost!
· Rebuilding a whale-watching boat!
· Rescuing wayward bees!
· Setting (camera) traps to catch a monster!
· Digging up Viking treasure!
Lose yourself in a charming world packed with memories and make it a holiday to remember for everyone you encounter.
Key Features:
· Heartfelt story about family loss – A warm and thoughtful tale about honouring the memory of Tyke’s late father, told with tenderness and care
· Sunny Scottish setting – Explore an interconnected world inspired by our childhood holidays to the Scottish Highlands’ Cairngorms. Sun added by artistic license
· More than just a park – Sandy beaches, dusty catacombs, lush golf courses, bustling caravan parks, and more await explorers travelling to the Pine Hearts nature reserve
· Gentle puzzling and stress-free exploration – Unlock equipment and abilities at your own pace to open shortcuts and reach new areas of the Metroidvania-style map
· Whimsical characters and quests – Make new friends and do good deeds for them
· Pet cute dogs – We are @CanYouPetTheDog verified
· Pat cool crabs – If @CanYouPatTheCrab existed, we’d be verified too
· Sweet contemplative moments – Sit down on a bench to take a breather and admire the sights
· Comprehensive accessibility options – Simplified controls, colour-blocking, black-and-white, and high-contrast modes, visual FX toggles, font scaling, full input remapping, and more
Pine Hearts is the perfect game for players seeking a relaxing and intuitive adventure about exploring nature, bonding with adorable characters, and making family memories that last beyond lifetimes. It’s inspired by our own experiences and dedicated to those whose cherished memories carry forward with us on the journey.
Pine Hearts is a cozy, narrative-driven puzzle adventure set in the idyllic Pine Hearts Caravan Park. Take on the role of Tyke as you explore the park, helping out its quirky inhabitants and discovering new paths. By finding tools and mastering new skills, you'll unlock previously inaccessible areas and piece together a touching story about family and the great outdoors. It's a low-stress, high-charm experience for all ages.
Beautifully hand-crafted open world
Deeply emotional, cozy narrative
Innovative 'skill-based' puzzle solving
Accessible gameplay for all levels
Don't forget to interact with the dogs! Some can help you find hidden items or lead you to secret areas in the park.
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As you help hikers and staff, you'll learn skills like 'Tree Climbing' or 'Fixing Electronics' which are essential for solving the park's larger puzzles.
It takes about 4-6 hours to complete the main story, with more time if you want to find every secret.