Games about games can help us think through the reasons we play. Reuters recently published a multimedia piece explaining what cozy games are and why they might be good for your mental health.

Cozy games have become a sanctuary in our fast-paced world, inviting us to slow down, breathe, and savor life’s small joys. What began as an emerging trend in the 1980s, was reignited by Animal ...

Cozy games focus on peaceful atmospheres for players seeking relaxing experiences. Crafting mechanics in cozy games enhance creativity and provide a sense of achievement. Games like Wytchwood and ...

Cozy games are all about comfort, relaxation, and indulging in delightful escapism; it goes without saying that they generally exclude things like horror or murder. But who says these genres can't ...

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Hogwarts Legacy offers a cozy RPG experience for Harry Potter fans with relaxed moments for unwinding. Tavern Talk allows interaction with NPCs through serving drinks, influencing destinies in a ...

The science behind making something feel cozy is quite simple, video game developers tell me. The more frigid and imposing the outside world is, the more heightened the sense of coziness tends to be.

The rise of cozy games have been especially noticeable in recent years, with audiences getting invested and finding comfort in routine as they bond with characters and make a home for themselves.

While watching The Game Awards a few weeks back, it occurred to me how much of a turn-off the term ‘cozy game’ has become. I’ve developed an almost Pavlovian response to the genre.

Like Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the game will also bring in a multiplayer element to let players connect with their friends. Another highly anticipated cozy release that got delayed is Date ...