Top Cozy Games for PC, Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and More

“Cozy games”—what’s up with this trend, right? I mean, maybe it’s just me, but who out there doesn’t like kicking back and feeling all warm and fuzzy? It’s kinda funny. Some video games have you slashing away at zombies or pulling off crazy stunts, but then you get these other games. They’re all about chill vibes. Think less sword fighting and more… flower arranging? Yeah, I know how it sounds. But you get to create the cutest flower garden or chat with a friendly golem next door. Weirdly satisfying.

Coziness, though, that’s a slippery fish. Some love sitting by virtual rivers casting lines, but honestly, fishing in games makes my skin crawl. Stressful! Anyway—or wait, where was I going with this? Oh right, we’ve hunted down the snuggliest, most comforting games out there that aren’t Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing. You’ve probably already binge-played those. These picks are all about dialing down the stress-o-meter. So if unwinding is your goal, dive into these. Your soul will thank you.

Also, just tossing it in—Wanderstop just hit our list. Give it a look-see.