6 Relaxing Cozy Games for Beginner Players

With the cozy season in full effect, there's nothing like bundling up and playing a relaxing game. We all know the popular options, like Animal Crossing, The Sims and Stardew Valley, but this winter, consider adding something new to your roster as you snuggle up next to the fireplace.

Below, discover six games we love to de-stress, from farming simulations to puzzles.

A Little to the Left

If you're the type of person who likes to rearrange your room or organize your refrigerator on a whim, A Little to the Left is the game you need. This puzzler tasks you with sorting items in the perfect arrangement. Your brain will appreciate the satisfaction of how everything fits into place.

 

Abzû

Unfortunately, the dangers of the ocean won't allow us to explore its deep blue depths. However, we can get close in the virtual world thanks to this underwater exploration game, Abzû. You'll get to interact with plant and animal life and unveil some of the secrets of the sea.

 

Coffee Talk

We can't be the only ones who have fantasized about being the outgoing barista of a trendy coffee shop. We have no plans to quit our day jobs anytime soon, so for now, we can live the best of both worlds with Coffee Talk. This visual novel jumps you into the world of a Seattle café owner—chat with the locals while making their favorite beverage.

 

Also read about: Coffee Talk Sequel Hibiscus & Butterfly Is Cozier and Even More Satisfying

 

Disney Dreamlight Valley

This year has been Disney galore with all the ongoing celebrations for their 100th anniversary. Keep up the festivities with a round of Disney Dreamlight Valley. In this life sim, you are thwarted into a troubled magical land home to iconic characters like Princess Ariel, Simba and Mickey Mouse. Restore the area to its original happy state and make friends with the inhabitants along the way.

 

Fae Farm

Anyone who loves a tried and true farming simulation will enjoy Fae Farm. This innovative game is the core of everything you love about the genre—transforming the town into a prolific city, building meaningful relationships with townies, and creating the home of your dreams. But, it turns the concept on its head by adding co-op gameplay, quests and even some combat.

 

Suika

The viral Suika is like the cute version of 2048. In this adorable puzzle game, shoot fruit into a container and try to combine them into watermelons. You can compete with other players to see who can achieve the highest number of points (based on the fruit you make) in a single level. Despite its cozy appearance, you might rage a few times before you exit.

 

We couldn't get enough of Fae Farm. Read HERE to discover our complete review—and how it measures up against other popular farming simulation games.