Herb Tea Man: A 90s Guangdong Life Sim Adventure

8/21/2026, 11:04:12 AM

Release date: 7/16/2026

Tags: #casual #visual-novel #interactive-fiction #story-rich #rpg #hand-drawn #life-sim #point-&-click

User Reviews

Score: 96%Very Positive
Review Count: 123 reviews
Fetched At: 8/30/2026, 4:36:17 PM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,300 (JPY)

Steam JP

$10.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,300
Global Price: $10.99
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Price Checked At: 8/25/2026, 3:15:13 PM

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Key highlight

Embark on a narrative-driven simulation adventure in 1990s Guangdong, brewing herbal teas and solving humorous neighborhood incidents as Sung.

Who this is for

Recommended for players who want to immerse themselves in the warm atmosphere of 1990s Guangdong and enjoy heartwarming stories and daily life simulations.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

Intel Core i5

Comfortable play target

15,600 pts(~130% above spec of 12,000 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Core Ultra 5 32215,587 pts ARM - 12 Core 0 MHz15,636 pts Intel Core i3-1220PE15,664 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

GeForce GTX 560+

Comfortable play target

3,605 pts(~130% above spec of 2,773 pts)

Parts near this range

GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition3,568 pts Radeon RX 560X3,650 pts GeForce GTX 870M3,557 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

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Details

Overview

Step into the vibrant world of 1990s Guangdong with Herb Tea Man, a charming simulation-adventure game developed and published by Cateasee Studio and Wander Games. Players embody Sung, a young man from Northern China who journeys south to apprentice at a time-honored herbal tea shop. This narrative-driven experience blends life simulation with light puzzle-solving, all set against the backdrop of a lively neighborhood.

Highlights

Setting & Story: Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of 1990s Guangdong, a region encompassing Hong Kong and Macau, as you follow Sung's journey.
Gameplay Mechanics: Engage in the daily life of an herbal tea shop, from brewing teas and preparing ingredients to serving customers and resolving humorous, culturally-infused incidents.
Genre Blend: Experience a rich narrative complemented by casual simulation elements and light environmental puzzles, offering a relaxed yet engaging playstyle.

Who It's For

Herb Tea Man is perfect for players who enjoy story-rich experiences, casual simulation games, and interactive fiction. Fans of slice-of-life narratives, unique cultural settings, and gentle puzzle interactions will find themselves at home in this heartwarming adventure.

Game Info

Developer: Cateasee Studio
Publisher: Cateasee Studio, Wander Games
Release Date: July 16, 2026
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Captions, Custom Volume Controls
Languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese