# Nainai's Recipe

> 2021 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q110537784](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q110537784)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/nainai-s-recipe

## Summary  
Nainai's Recipe is an indie casual simulation video game released on 20 May 2021. It is a single‑player title distributed digitally via Steam and itch.io and runs on Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux. The game was nominated for the Independent Games Festival Award for Best Student Game in 2022.

## Key Facts  
- **Release date:** 20 May 2021.  
- **Genre:** Casual game and simulation video game (as listed on Steam).  
- **Platforms:** Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux (available on both Steam and itch.io).  
- **Game mode:** Single‑player video game.  
- **Distribution:** Digital download via Steam (digital distribution) and itch.io (digital download).  
- **Recognition:** Nominated for the Independent Games Festival Award – Best Student Game (2022).  
- **Indie status:** Classified as an indie game.  
- **Languages:** English and Simplified Chinese.  
- **Steam application ID:** 1730460 (supports Windows, macOS, Linux).  
- **Identifiers:** lutris_game_id = nainais-recipe; steamgriddb_id = 5297090; itch.io_numeric_id = 1037088; tuxdb_game_id = 9995.

## FAQs  
### Q: What kind of game is Nainai's Recipe?  
A: Nainai's Recipe is a casual simulation video game that focuses on single‑player gameplay.

### Q: When was Nainai's Recipe released and where can I get it?  
A: The game launched on 20 May 2021 and is available as a digital download on Steam and itch.io.

### Q: Which operating systems does Nainai's Recipe support?  
A: It runs on Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux.

### Q: Has Nainai's Recipe received any awards or nominations?  
A: Yes, it was nominated for the Independent Games Festival Award for Best Student Game in 2022.

### Q: In what languages can I play Nainai's Recipe?  
A: The game offers English and Simplified Chinese language options.

## Why It Matters  
Nainai's Recipe exemplifies the creative potential of student‑driven indie development, achieving recognition from the prestigious Independent Games Festival despite its modest scope. By delivering a casual simulation experience across all major desktop operating systems, it broadens accessibility for players who prefer non‑violent, low‑pressure gaming. Its dual distribution on Steam and itch.io showcases a flexible publishing model that leverages both mainstream and indie‑focused platforms, offering valuable insight into modern digital distribution strategies for small teams. The game's bilingual support further demonstrates an inclusive approach to reaching a global audience. Collectively, these attributes highlight Nainai's Recipe as a noteworthy case study in contemporary indie game production, cross‑platform compatibility, and student‑led innovation.

## Notable For  
- **IGF nomination:** Nominated for the Independent Games Festival Award – Best Student Game (2022).  
- **Cross‑platform release:** Fully compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux—uncommon for many indie titles.  
- **Dual digital distribution:** Available on both Steam and itch.io, covering mainstream and indie marketplaces.  
- **Bilingual support:** Provides both English and Simplified Chinese language options.  
- **Student‑origin indie project:** Recognized as an indie game with a strong academic development background.

## Body  

### Overview  
- Nainai's Recipe is classified as a **video game** and more specifically as an **indie** title.  
- It falls under the **casual game** and **simulation video game** genres, as recorded on Steam.  

### Release and Distribution  
- **Publication date:** 20 May 2021.  
- Distributed digitally via:  
  - **Steam** – listed as a digital distribution format.  
  - **itch.io** – listed as a digital download format (URL: https://houkanshan.itch.io/nainais-recipe).  

### Platforms and Technical Specs  
- **Supported operating systems:**  
  - **Microsoft Windows** (Steam reference, 2022‑12‑01).  
  - **macOS** (Steam reference, 2022‑12‑01).  
  - **Linux** (Steam reference, 2022‑12‑01).  
- **Steam Application ID:** 1730460, with platform qualifiers for Windows, macOS, and Linux.  
- Additional identifiers:  
  - **lutris_game_id:** nainais-recipe.  
  - **steamgriddb_id:** 5297090 (checked 27 Mar 2024).  
  - **gamespot_game_id:** nainais-recipe.  
  - **isthereanydeal_id:** nainais-recipe.  
  - **gamingonlinux_database_id:** 29361.  

### Gameplay and Mode  
- Designed as a **single‑player video game** (Steam reference, 29 Mar 2022).  
- Emphasizes casual, low‑stress simulation mechanics typical of the genre.  

### Recognition and Awards  
- **Nominated** for the **Independent Games Festival Award – Best Student Game** in 2022.  
- Nomination documented on the GDConf news article (link provided).  

### Language Support  
- Available in **English** and **Simplified Chinese**, as indicated by Steam metadata (checked 29 Mar 2022).  

### External Identifiers and Community Presence  
- **Twitter handle:** @NainaiRecipe (active from 17 Dec 2020 to at least 28 Sep 2022).  
- **VGList ID:** 41821.  
- **GamerProfiles ID:** j6DL.  
- **Internet Game Database ID:** nainais-recipe (with qualifier 152085).  

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All information above is drawn directly from the provided source material and reflects the current documented attributes of Nainai's Recipe.

## References

1. Steam
2. [Source](https://gdconf.com/news/unpacking-and-inscryption-lead-igf-2022-nominations/)
3. GameSpot
4. Q124398839