If Cottagecore Were a Game, It’d Be One of These

ByKristen Wood Updated on

Imagine a life where your biggest worries are which flowers to pick or what pie to bake next. These games bring the romantic ideals of cottagecore to life—quaint villages, warm kitchens, foggy forests, and handwritten letters.

If you’ve been craving calm and a bit of magic, these titles are just what you need.

Botany Manor

Botany Manor | Gameplay Screenshot

Tucked away in a sprawling countryside estate, Botany Manor invites you to care for rare plants and solve peaceful puzzles. It’s the ultimate cottagecore dream for anyone who’s ever wanted to live in a sunlit Victorian greenhouse.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox

Moonstone Island

A colorful pixel art farm scene evokes the charm of cozy steam games, featuring animals, plants, and a wooden house. Crops grow in neat patches beside a treehouse and several machines by the river.
Moonstone Island | Gameplay Screenshot

With its floating islands, magical farming, and pastel palette, Moonstone Island feels like cottagecore in the clouds. You’ll tame spirits, grow crops, and decorate your cozy little corner of the sky.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

A child in a red hat sits on a rock in a desert-like landscape with cacti, small plants, and birds flying in the sky, engaging in imaginative plant games alongside a curious partridge.
Alba: A Wildlife Adventure | Gameplay Screenshot

Alba is a quiet game about caring for the environment and helping a small Mediterranean town thrive. Its focus on nature, kindness, and simple joys makes it a lovely fit for the cottagecore lifestyle.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox

Eastshade

Rocky shoreline with red plants in the foreground, overlooking a calm sea under a cloudy sky. Sunlight brightens the scene, with some trees and rocks near the water's edge.
Eastshade | Gameplay Screenshot

Paint your way through a lush, scenic world in Eastshade, where exploration and creativity go hand in hand. It’s perfect for cottagecore fans who dream of wandering quiet landscapes and capturing their beauty.

Available on: Steam, Xbox, Playstation

Coral Island

A digital scene depicting a character in a snowy, cozy environment with icy walls, scattered rocks, and a small bridge in the background.
Coral Island | Gameplay Screenshot

Coral Island brings the heart of cottagecore to a tropical paradise. With farming, diving, and a strong focus on community and sustainability, it’s a refreshing spin on cozy life sims.

Available on: Steam, Xbox, Playstation

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

A character on a dock at night holds an oarfish. A speech bubble reads, "I caught an oarfish! I hope I catch morefish!.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Gameplay Screenshot

Decorate your island with wildflowers, hang out with animal neighbors, and live life at your own pace.

Available on: Nintendo Switch

Cozy Grove

A screenshot of a game with abundant foliage, including plants and trees, that is comparable to "Unpacking.
Cozy Grove | Gameplay Screenshot

A beautifully illustrated game about helping ghostly bears and slowly restoring a magical island through kindness.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Android, IOS

A Short Hike

Pixel art scene of a snowy mountain trail. Two characters talk near a cabin; one says "but you seem a little unprepared." Snow-covered trees and ice spikes are visible.
A Short Hike | Gameplay Screenshot

Wander through a charming wilderness, meet quirky characters, and enjoy the simple joys of exploration.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, Playstation

Dordogne

Illustrated scene of people shopping at an outdoor market with colorful stalls and produce. A checklist shows items like baguette and tomato seeds. Old buildings are visible in the background.
Dordogne | Gameplay Screenshot

A watercolor adventure about childhood memories, nature, and reconnecting with the quiet beauty of rural life.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, Playstation

My Time At Portia

A character in a virtual game rides a horse through a grassy area with wooden buildings, a windmill, and hot air balloons in the background. Reminiscent of games like My Time at Portia, various game status bars are visible at the bottom.
My Time at Portia | Gameplay Screenshot

Craft, farm, and make friends in a post-apocalyptic world that still feels full of warmth and charm.

Available on: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Android, IOS, Xbox

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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