Little Lantern Games has launched the first public playtest for Locomochi, a toy train puzzle game, offering limited early access to select players exclusively via Steam's Train Fest event
Little Lantern Games has officially announced the first public playtest for Locomochi, its upcoming toy train puzzle game, now accessible to select players as part of Steam's Train Fest. This marks the first time the wider public can try Locomochi ahead of its planned public demo, with access granted through Steam's Request Access feature. The studio is inviting players in waves over the coming days, aiming to gather feedback on gameplay, design, and technical issues before the game's next milestone.
How to join the playtest
Players interested in participating can request access directly from the Locomochi Steam page. Little Lantern Games has confirmed that invitations will be sent out gradually, with no embargo on coverage or discussion. The playtest is described as a work in progress, meaning participants should expect placeholder assets, unfinished visuals, and evolving features. Those who prefer a more polished experience are advised to wait for the upcoming public demo, which is scheduled to launch shortly after the playtest concludes.
What the playtest includes
The current playtest build offers a hands-on look at Locomochi's core mechanics: players control a miniature toy locomotive through a series of handcrafted puzzles set in a whimsical world. The experience is designed to be pressure-free, focusing on relaxed problem-solving and interaction with a cast of charming characters. Feedback from playtesters will directly inform the game's development, with the studio encouraging bug reports and suggestions to help refine the final release.
Studio background and player involvement
Locomochi is being developed by Little Lantern Games, a Barcelona-based studio focused on creating wholesome, accessible experiences for players of all ages. The team's approach emphasises community involvement, with this playtest serving as a key opportunity for early supporters to influence the game's direction. Players can also add Locomochi to their Steam wishlist to support the project and receive updates as development progresses.
Early access playtests are a common step in modern game development, allowing studios to identify issues and gather player feedback before a wider release. Unlike finished demos or retail builds, playtest versions often contain incomplete features and temporary assets, so impressions may not reflect the final product. For players, participating in a playtest offers a chance to shape a game's development while experiencing its systems ahead of launch, but it also means encountering bugs and unfinished content that will be addressed before release.
