10 Cozy Games That Feel Like Comfort Food for Gamers

ByKristen Wood Updated on

Sometimes, you just want a game that feels like a warm blanket and a cup of cocoa. These 10 cozy games are perfect for when you need to relax, unwind, and enjoy something gentle and heartwarming. Think of them as comfort food for your gaming soul.

Dredge

An illustration of an old man with glasses sits at a desk in an antique shop, writing on a pad. The text box describes the scene inside the shop with shelves of jewelry and other baubles.
Dredge | Gameplay Screenshot

A fishing game… with a spooky twist. Surprisingly cozy if you enjoy peaceful gameplay with a little mystery.

Littlewood

Pixel art town scene in winter with snow-covered roofs, buildings, and people. A fountain is centered, flanked by decorations and animals. Day 16 of Winter displayed at the top.
Littlewood | Gameplay Screenshot

What happens after you save the world? Build your town, make friends, and take it easy.

Slime Rancher

A game scene showing a player aiming a weapon at a large, green, glowing slime creature inside a cave. Game interface displays health, currency, and inventory.
Slime Rancher | Gameplay Screenshot

Bouncy, smiling slimes and a colorful alien world. It’s pure joy in game form.

Calico

Two characters in colorful outfits stand by a wooden house with a heart symbol and paw print. A speech bubble explains the house serves as an animal shelter. A large cat is walking nearby.
Calico | Gameplay Screenshot

Run a cat café, decorate, and ride giant animals. It’s pastel chaos in the best way.

Moonlighter

A screenshot of a game similar to Stardew Valley with a farm and trees.
Moonlighter | Gameplay Screenshot

Be a shopkeeper by day, dungeon explorer by night. Chill capitalism meets cozy combat.

Ooblets

A colorful, cartoon-style garden scene with various plants, wooden barrels, small creatures, and characters tending to crops inside a fenced area.
Ooblets | Gameplay Screenshot

Dance battles, farming, and weird little creatures. It’s weird, cute, and seriously relaxing.

Potion Craft

A virtual potion-making interface showing a cauldron, various plant ingredients, a map, and recipe icons. Instructions are on the right, with a progress bar and task list on the left.
Potion Craft | Gameplay Screenshot

Mix potions, decorate your shop, and become the village’s favorite alchemist. It’s hands-on and oddly satisfying.

Tchia

A character stands on a yellow structure overlooking a city with various buildings and a large volcano in the background. A compass is visible in the bottom right corner.
Tchia | Gameplay Screenshot

Explore a tropical archipelago inspired by New Caledonia. Soul-jump into animals, sail, and vibe out.

My Time at Portia

A cartoon-style character runs across a grassy field holding a chicken, followed by another character and more chickens; lush trees and a large structure are in the background.
My Time at Portia | Gameplay Screenshot

Craft, farm, and build a life in a post-apocalyptic world—without the gloom. It’s cozy with a side of adventure.

Dorfromantik

A cozy 3D model of a city on a pink background, perfect for Nintendo Switch gamers.
Dorfromantik | Gameplay Screenshot

A peaceful tile-placement game that feels like building a storybook world. No pressure, just pure calm.

Kristen is a writer, photographer, cookbook author and avid cozy gamer. Her work has been featured in various publications including Forbes, The Associated Press, Elle, Pure Wow, Chicago Sun-Times, and Willow & Sage Magazine.

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