Lepidarium: Your Desktop Butterfly Sanctuary

8/21/2026, 10:19:13 AM

Release date: 7/17/2026

Tags: #creature-collector #idler #desktop-companion #cozy #relaxing #incremental #casual #collectathon

User Reviews

Score: 67%Mixed
Review Count: 12 reviews
Fetched At: 8/21/2026, 10:19:14 AM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 920 (JPY)

Steam JP

$7.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 920
Global Price: $7.99
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Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 8/25/2026, 2:10:13 PM

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Key highlight

Lepidarium is a casual indie simulation game where you collect and raise hundreds of unique butterfly and moth species in a virtual sanctuary. Butterflies can flutter across your desktop as gentle companions.

Who this is for

Perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape, Lepidarium offers a serene experience with beautiful butterflies and moths. Let these gentle companions add a touch of color to your daily routine.

🖥️ 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 2.5 GHz (or equivalent AMD)

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

Intel HD Graphics 4000 / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (or equivalent)

Comfortable play target

442 pts(~130% above spec of 340 pts)

Parts near this range

GeForce 9800 GT440 pts Mobility Radeon HD 5650439 pts GeForce 710M438 pts

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

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Details

Overview

Welcome to Lepidarium, a charming and relaxing simulation game where you cultivate your very own butterfly and moth sanctuary. Set within beautifully crafted greenhouses, the game invites you to discover, care for, and raise hundreds of unique winged species. It's a cozy experience designed to bring a touch of nature and tranquility to your digital space.

Highlights

Desktop Companions: Butterflies from your sanctuary can flutter freely across your real desktop, appearing as gentle, transparent companions that don't obstruct your work or browsing. A simple ESC key press returns them to their home.
Extensive Collection: Build an impressive lepidoptera library by unlocking and collecting hundreds of unique butterfly and moth species, each categorized by rarity from Common to Ancient.
Relaxing Simulation: Enjoy a casual and relaxing gameplay loop focused on discovery, care, and collection, perfect for unwinding.

Who It's For

Lepidarium is ideal for players who enjoy casual simulation games, idle mechanics, and desktop companion experiences. If you're looking for a relaxing way to add a touch of beauty and life to your computer screen while you work or study, this game offers a unique and gentle escape.

Game Info

Developed and published by PiqFocus Interactive, Lepidarium falls into the Casual, Indie, and Simulation genres. It supports single-player gameplay and features Steam Achievements. The game was released on July 17, 2026, and offers a wide array of language options, including English, French, German, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese, among others.