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Press release:
Sydney, Australia – September 17, 2026 | Solo developer stemtoto is pleased to announce that their debut puzzle game Good Hands is coming to PC (via Steam) in Q1 2027.

Good Hands is a cozy puzzle game set in the vibrant world of Zimzemba, where small acts of care tell a much bigger story. Step into the shoes of Nia, a young girl lending a hand to her elderly neighbor, Aunty Zubeida, as they tend to her overgrown seaside garden.

Through sorting, planting, pruning, and tidying, players uncover a gentle narrative about family, migration, and resilience on the Swahili coast.

Designed for calm, contemplative play, Good Hands invites you to slow down, engage your senses, and reflect on the power of intergenerational connection.

“Growing up playing video games, I never saw characters or cultures that spoke to my own childhood,” shares creative director Neema Iyer.

“Developing Good Hands has been an incredibly fun experience, and I hope players get a taste of the joy and care that went into shaping Nia and Zubeida’s world. This game is especially close to my heart because it speaks to my own story of migration and to the love and grief that persist across the miles.”

Good Hands is slated to release on PC (via Steam) in Q1 2027. For more information, be sure to follow the game’s progress on Instagram @stemtoto and YouTube @STEMtoto.

About stemtoto

stemtoto is an independent studio founded by Neema Iyer, creating cosy, narrative-led puzzle games rooted in Swahili coast culture and material heritage. Their debut title, Good Hands, follows a young girl and her neighbour as they explore family and migration in the fictional village of Zimzemba. Stemtoto is dedicated to crafting handmade, culturally grounded games that celebrate intergenerational storytelling from an African perspective.

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