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Cozy games for the casual gamer
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items I'm a casual gamer who does not want to be stressed. Sharing some of my favorite games that gave me comfort or entertainment in easy, cozy ways. I play mainly via Steam or Nintendo Switch.
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Farming and Life Management Sims
Nostalgic, classic games
Puzzle Games
Cozy games to turn your mind off
Farming and Life Management Sims
Adore this game! Think Stardew but more in depth character conversations, pixel graphics but the up close images have an old anime style and the mines are actually fun!
Fields of Mistria: Home
Classic farming sim that is popular for a reason! Normal farming Sim mechanics, think Harvest Moon, but way more in depth character stories and arcs. Cute, cozy but keeps your interest for a long time.
Stardew Valley
Another super cute farming sim but with a twist! Your actions have consequences! Catch sick and you could die, lose a spouse, adopt a kid, MURDER someone with CAKE...all while looking like a Paper Mario themed plague game. It's different and very fun...
Echoes of the Plum Grove
A dark take on a farming sim. Very similar mechanics but the story is very different and interesting, surrounding the topics of death and disease. And you play as cute animals!
Grimshire on Steam
Such a heartfelt and beautiful game. A story about death and passing on while celebrating life, memories and loved ones. A super easy and cozy game but be prepared to feel something.
Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition on Steam
As an OG Harvest Moon lover, I had to play Story of Seasons and while they're all very familiar and similar, I still enjoy them. Friends of Mineral Town is super enjoyable!
STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
Nostalgic, classic games
Another classic that still holds up. So much nostalgia for this game. I revisit often and highly recommend. Who doesn't want to run their own theme park??
RollerCoaster Tycoon
Gotta have this classic. I'm a sucker for the nostalgia of the Sims 1 and the expansion packs though, specifically Makin Magic. Best on the PC. They now have up to The Sims 4 with all kinds of improvements, ability to add mods, and way more customiza...
The Sims Video Games
Puzzle Games
A little less cozy but not stressful. A fun puzzle type game where you're a radio host accidentally pulled into solving a murder. A serial killer is on the loose and you have to help solve it while also spinning the coolest tunes. Design is cool, mec...
Save 80% on Killer Frequency on Steam
Adore this game! I'm usually terrible at games like this but the co-op style, animation and instructions are so helpful and fun. Such a cute game and highly recommend for couples or friends!
It Takes Two Home - Electronic Arts
This is a visually stunning puzzle solving game with a beautiful story. Simple, fun and engaging. Can be a little challenging at times but not so bad you can't beat it quickly. An older game but highly recommend.
Playdead's Limbo
Such a fun game. I mean you're a goose wreaking havoc. Fun, ridiculous, silly and easy to pass the time with. Not a high stakes game but don't get caught stealing from people around town or knocking things over!
Untitled Goose Game
Very fun game! Simple but makes you think too. Dialouge and characters are cute. Puzzle game but very well done.
Save 20% on Is This Seat Taken? on Steam
Cozy games to turn your mind off
Such a cute, relaxing game! A very short game but very easy to replay. You build up a tiny street and make it a town. You run buildings like a bookstore or coffee shop and keep villagers happy. Not stressful and decorating the town is fun and relaxin...
Minami Lane for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site
Such a cute game!! A farming sim with a twist. You farm and raise ooblets, cute little critters who love to DANCE! Have dance battles and make friends with other ooblets! Addictive game.
Ooblets
A fun, relaxing game where you unpack boxes and put stuff away. A very simple game with cute graphics, no stress and fun organizing!
Unpacking for Nintendo Switch - Nintendo Official Site
Very cute, casual farming sim game. This is set up to only play a little at a time. Maybe an hour a day to keep you from finishing it too quickly. It has a good story and characters that keep you coming back for more.
Cozy Grove for Nintendo Switch
Super lazy, enjoyable game where all you do is fish. Easy mechanics. Fun fish to catch. Shopping for new clothes, fishing rods, and other trinkets is super fun and worth collecting money and leveling up. You can join a lobby with friends or play sing...
WEBFISHING on Steam
I love this app! Get it right on your phone there's a free version or a 9.99 a month version for extra goodies. Both are great honestly. It's a self care app where you take care of a little birb, journal, complete goals, and go on adventures! The the...
Finch - Your New Self-Care Best Friend