10 Cozy Games That Make You Feel Less Alone (In the Best Way)

ByKristen Wood Updated on

Cozy games have a special way of making the world feel a little softer, whether it’s through heartfelt stories, gentle communities, or simple acts of kindness in a virtual world. These are the kinds of games that quietly keep you company and lift your spirits, one small moment at a time.

Here are 10 cozy games that make you feel less alone—in the best way possible.

Lake

A woman stands on a wooden dock holding a box, with a large house on stilts and a mountain range visible in the background.
Lake | Gameplay Screenshot

Deliver mail, reconnect with old friends, and discover a peaceful small town vibe.

A Short Hike

Pixel art image of a small boat approaching a dock on a vibrant island with cliffs, trees, and a winding path. A compass in the corner indicates direction.
A Short Hike | Gameplay Screenshot

Explore a charming park, help strangers, and enjoy simple conversations.

Disney Dreamlight Valley

In a cozy game, a woman and a man stroll through a lush jungle environment.
Disney Dreamlight Valley | Gameplay Screenshot

Make friends with Disney characters and help build a magical community.

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

Two animated characters stand on a hill overlooking a coastal town with scattered buildings, trees, and a distant sea under a clear blue sky.
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure | Gameplay Screenshot

Save animals and team up with the townspeople to make your island better.

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

Restore your workshop and connect with quirky townsfolk.

Bear and Breakfast

Cartoon bear in a cozy kitchen with a wood stove, dishes, and plants. Game menu options displayed on the left. Text: "Bear & Breakfast.
Bear and Breakfast | Gameplay Screenshot

Run a B&B in the forest and welcome a host of friendly, oddball guests.

Ooblets

Video game start menu for "Ooblets" with options to load, start a new game, adjust settings, or quit. Background features colorful buildings and a character by a vending machine.
Ooblets | Gameplay Screenshot

Make friends with both villagers and adorable dancing creatures.

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

Build a town and bring people together in a world that’s already been saved.

Spirittea

Pixel art scene of a forest with a river, trees, shrine, and statues. A character stands near a wooden structure with a dilapidated roof beside the flowing water.
Spirittea | Gameplay Screenshot

Help quirky spirits solve their problems in your cozy bathhouse.

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 little mysterious, but you’re not really alone with the odd cast of townsfolk you meet while fishing and exploring.

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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