Cozy video games remain as popular as ever, with many titles offering new twists on features typical of the genre. Sometimes, similar themes appear in subgenres like cozy fantasy, which often evoke relaxing or comforting feelings within high fantasy settings. Lil' Guardsman, developed by Hilltop Studios, is a comedic adventure game that mixes puzzles, storytelling, and deduction in a cozy, fantasy kingdom. It also includes features seemingly atypical of the cozy gaming genre, offering a unique slant to the definition.