Itās the perfect time to start playing cozy games. And by cozy games, I mean the opposite of what you might think. For some, video games are about loud noises, intense competition, and cutthroat leaderboards. The best cozy games embody the opposite feeling. Theyāre mindless but not uninvolved; inviting but not harrying. Theyāre meant to evoke feelings of warmth, comfort, and peace. In my opinion, they’re best enjoyed solo alongside a cup of tea.
Iāve always loved cozy games, but the colder months are my favorite time to play them. Take a chance and add a few to your gaming library. Itās important to note that ācozyā is relativeāif it makes you feel warm and fuzzy, then itās cozy. These are my favorites.
Updated November 2024: We’ve updated this guide to reflect the new Stardew Valley update on Nintendo Switch, and double-checked pricing and accuracy throughout.
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