cozy gaming Archives

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February 11, 2025

This long-running cozy tavern life sim on Steam just added online multiplayer, so now you can design and run a medieval pub with your pals

Travellers Rest is a life simulation game that allows players to manage their own tavern, brewing beverages, serving meals, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. It has gained popularity among fans of farming sims and cozy gameplay, often being discussed as an alternative to Stardew Valley. The game features engaging mechanics and fosters a sense of community. A recent multiplayer beta has increased interest, allowing players to share their tavern experiences with friends. Players have been given instructions to back up their saved games to preserve their progress.

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December 18, 2024

I played 27 new cozy games this year and my top 5 only includes 2 farm sims, I promise

This year, 27 cozy games were played, with notable titles including Fields of Mistria, Sky: Children of the Light, Infinity Nikki, Tiny Glade, and Rusty's Retirement. Fields of Mistria is a farm sim that evokes nostalgia for Harvest Moon games, featuring engaging characters and user-friendly elements. Sky: Children of the Light, a social MMO platformer, successfully transforms the single-player experience of Journey into a multiplayer format, offering a vast world and seasonal content. Infinity Nikki is an open-world adventure that combines outfit collection with platforming, while Tiny Glade allows for creative building with a procedural system. Rusty's Retirement is an idle farm sim that integrates gameplay into daily tasks. Additionally, The Garden Path is highlighted as a refreshing gardening simulator.

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December 11, 2024

Locomoto is worth checking out if you’re all about trains, but I’m more excited about character customisation

Locomoto is a unique gaming title that allows players to embrace their inner conductor while focusing on vehicle personalization rather than traditional train operation mechanics. Players can create customizable animal avatars, fine-tuning details like ear shape and overall appearance. The game encourages interactions with other cute animal characters, fostering a sense of community. Players can also redecorate their trains, choosing from various aesthetic styles. The game emphasizes simplicity, avoiding complex manuals typical of train simulations, which allows for a more relaxed gameplay experience. Locomoto is set to be released in 2025, and anticipation is growing for details on character and carriage customizations.

AppWizard

December 11, 2024

One of my favorite cozy adventure games just announced a sequel that I’m totally psyched for

Developer Something We Made has announced the sequel to the adventure game Toem during the Wholesome Snack showcase. The sequel, Toem 2, will maintain the black-and-white aesthetic while transitioning to a full 3D environment. The original game involved completing a photography stamp book challenge and was well-received for its quirky charm and creative problem-solving elements. Fans are hoping for a longer gameplay experience in the sequel. A release date for Toem 2 has not been announced, but players can wishlist the game for updates.

AppWizard

November 16, 2024

Over 60 Cozy Games Are as Low as $1.24 in New Sale

The Cozy Quest 2024 sale on Steam, curated by Secret Mode, runs from November 14 to 18, featuring over 60 games at discounts ranging from 10% to 85%. Notable titles include Tiny Glade, Moonstone Island, and Little Kitty, Big City. The sale includes games like A Little to the Left for .99 (normally .99), Backpack Hero for .99 (normally .99), and Brewmaster Beer Brewing Simulator for .49 (normally .99). Additionally, players can explore demos of upcoming titles, with some available only until November 18.

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August 22, 2024

A literal rocket scientist quit her job to make this cozy city builder full of adorable gourd people

Chill building games are gaining popularity, with Gourdlets being a standout title. It features interior decoration, allowing for personalized gameplay, and was developed by a former rocket scientist. Gourdlets does not follow a win-or-lose format and does not require financial management. Instead, players can use a toolbar to create customized islands for their gourd inhabitants. The game is available on Steam for five dollars.

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August 16, 2024

The most wishlisted cozy game on Steam is launching in September

Tiny Glade is a cozy building game that has gained popularity, reaching the 19th spot on Steam's most wishlisted games list. It will be launched on September 23. The game offers a variety of editing tools for customization, drawing inspiration from Townscaper while providing a more intricate building experience similar to The Sims. Players can interact with components, such as generating archways by placing footpaths next to walls and transforming castle roofs into ramparts by adjusting their height. A demo is available on Steam for players to try before the full release.