It’s that time again! We are already a month into 2025 and I have yet to release my most anticipated cozy games list on account of “having a real job” and “sleeping too much.” But here we are, and I’m making up for it with a huge list of cozy games spanning farming sims, puzzle games, visual novels, and more.
I open with my top 5 not-to-be-missed cozy games, then branch out into everything I’m excited for on my 2025 Steam wishlist. Think I missed something? Let me know in the comments section!
⭐My Top 5 Most Anticipated 2025 Cozy Games⭐
For buyers who have to be choosey, these are my top 5 cozy games for 2025. Ones I’ll be buying, playing, and reviewing on day one.
1. Hello Kitty Island Adventure (Releases 30 Jan, 2025)
In this game, players join Hello Kitty and Friends on a charming open-world adventure. You’ll explore a mysterious island, forging friendships with beloved characters while solving ancient puzzles. Cook up delightful dishes, personalize your character and cabins, and uncover the island’s secrets in this heartwarming journey filled with cozy vibes.
2. Spirit Swap: Lofi Beats to Match-3 To (Releases 3 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players dive into a vibrant world of witchy demons, mixing match-3 gameplay with compelling storytelling. Cast spells, embrace queer identity, and groove to lofi beats as you prepare to crash the concert of the year. Spirit Swap offers a magical blend of action-puzzle mechanics and narrative charm in a lush, spellbinding setting.
3. Tiny Bookshop (Releases 2025)
In this game, players trade the hustle and bustle for a peaceful life, opening a charming second-hand bookshop by the sea. You’ll curate your stock, set up shop in picturesque locations, and immerse yourself in the community by getting to know the locals. Tiny Bookshop combines narrative depth with cozy management gameplay, creating a serene escape for book lovers and dreamers alike.
4. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (Releases 30 May, 2025)
In this game, players step into the enchanting eastern nation of Azuma as an Earth Dancer, tasked with restoring balance to the land, its people, and its gods. Battle corrupted monsters, rebuild farms and villages across the changing seasons, and forge meaningful connections with a cast of vibrant characters. Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma blends farming, combat, and heartwarming storytelling in a fresh and captivating chapter of the beloved series.
5. inZOI (Releases 28 Mar, 2025)
In this game, players craft their own stories by guiding the lives of ‘Zois’ in a richly detailed simulation. Use intuitive tools to customize characters, design homes, and shape a world that reflects your dreams. From joyful moments to heartfelt challenges, inZOI invites you to experience the full spectrum of life’s emotions in a deeply immersive and creative sandbox.
Cozy Games Releasing in 2025: My Complete Wishlist
Here’s every cozy game that I have my eye on for a 2025 release.
6. While Waiting (Releases 5 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players embark on a reflective journey that transforms the simple act of waiting into an art form. From the creators of the acclaimed Moncage, this unique adventure invites you to clear the game by doing nothing, uncovering the profound beauty of patience and acceptance. Spanning moments from birth to death, While Waiting challenges players to embrace life’s quiet, contemplative spaces.
7. Urban Myth Dissolution Center (Releases 12 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players team up with a psychic Director at the Urban Myth Dissolution Center to tackle strange and eerie cases. From cursed relics and haunted rental properties to bizarre dimensional anomalies, you’ll delve into a world teeming with monstrous oddities and supernatural mysteries. Urban Myth Dissolution Center blends occult investigation with thrilling adventure, making for a chilling yet captivating experience.
8. Dawnfolk (Releases 13 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players step into a minimalist world where survival and city-building collide in a charmingly dark setting. Gather resources, rebuild your realm, and defend your people from the ever-present shadows. As you uncover the mysteries of ancient monoliths, Dawnfolk challenges you to bring light back to a world shrouded in darkness, one strategic decision at a time.
9. Afterlove EP (Releases 14 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players take on the role of Rama, a young musician navigating the emotional journey of love and loss in modern Jakarta. Created by the mind behind Coffee Talk and What Comes After, Afterlove EP is a slice-of-life adventure that explores the complexities of grief, healing, and self-discovery. As Rama struggles to move on after the death of his girlfriend, Cinta, you’ll immerse yourself in a poignant narrative filled with music, memories, and meaningful connections.
10. LightBreak (Releases 28 Feb, 2025)
In this game, players journey through a serene, zen-inspired world where music unlocks memories and secrets. As a voiceless girl, you’ll compose melodies and solve musical puzzles to uncover her past and reveal a magical mystery. LightBreak weaves a captivating narrative where every note you play creates harmony in a world filled with hidden stories and emotional depth.
11. Two Point Museum (Releases 4 Mar, 2025)
In this game, players take on the role of a museum curator, managing and designing unique exhibits filled with incredible artifacts. From refining layouts and keeping staff content to entertaining guests and encouraging donations, every detail matters. Two Point Museum offers a fun and quirky challenge where you’ll balance creativity and strategy while keeping mischievous children off the exhibits.
12. CraftCraft: Fantasy Merchant Simulator (Releases
10 Mar, 2025)
In this game, players step into the shoes of a merchant in a whimsical RPG where crafting takes center stage. From creating enchanted necklaces for mermaid princesses to forging swords from dragon blood, the crafting possibilities are endless. Set in the mysterious port town of Windspell, CraftCraft: Fantasy Merchant Simulator lets you express your creativity in a cozy studio while helping quirky locals and weaving your own magical story.
13. Wanderstop (Releases 11 Mar, 2025)
In this game, players embark on a narrative-driven journey that explores themes of change, reflection, and the simple comfort of tea. Created by the mind behind The Stanley Parable and The Beginner’s Guide, Wanderstop offers a cozy, introspective experience where each moment is an opportunity to contemplate life’s shifts while enjoying soothing tea. It’s a quiet yet thought-provoking adventure that invites players to unwind and embrace change.
14. Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of The Rings Game (Releases 25 Mar, 2025)
In this game, players step into the cozy shoes of a Hobbit, living a peaceful life in the serene Shire. Explore the idyllic landscapes of Middle-earth, decorate your cozy home, and connect with friendly Hobbits and familiar characters from The Lord of the Ring. Tales of the Shire invites you to unwind and share in the quiet beauty of this beloved corner of the world, creating a truly immersive and heartwarming experience.
15. Fantastic Haven (Releases Q1 2025)
In this game, players work to restore the balance of magic by saving endangered fantasy creatures. Build a safe haven to protect them, explore diverse regions, and rally local populations to help in your cause. Fantastic Haven invites you to rehabilitate these magical beings in their natural environments, blending environmental management, creature care, and exploration into a captivating and heartwarming adventure.
16. Bugaboo Pocket (Releases Q1 2025)
In this game, players take on the role of a research scientist living in a cozy cabin with only their bugs and a penpal for company. Raise and nurture a variety of bugs from land, air, and sea, spoiling them with food, furniture, and fun mini-games. Bugaboo Pocket challenges you to release your beloved insects back into the wild to help Beetleback Ridge recover from a devastating fire, blending virtual pet care with an emotional story of healing and restoration.
17. Whisper of the House (Releases Q1 2025)
In this game, players embrace the calming art of organizing and decorating, taking on various requests from the townspeople to help them move, clean, and arrange their spaces. With each task, your gentle touch might not only transform their homes but also uncover hidden stories and make a lasting impact on their lives. Whisper of the House offers a heartwarming, cozy experience that celebrates the beauty of small, meaningful acts of care.
18. Dice ‘n Goblins (Releases Q1 2025)
In this game, players dive into a turn-based RPG where luck and strategy go hand in hand. Roll dice to battle monsters and foes, mastering your skills to chain powerful combos and navigate the unpredictable whims of fortune. Dice ‘n Goblins challenges you to collect loot, upgrade your gear, and craft the ultimate dice pool to face off against the dangers lurking in the shadows, blending tactical gameplay with a bit of chance.
19. Paralives (Releases 2025)
In this game, players create their ideal life, starting with building the dream house of their dreams. Paralives offers an immersive life simulation where you can design your home, craft unique characters, and manage their lives with complete freedom. Whether it’s organizing a cozy space or guiding your characters through life’s ups and downs, this game lets you control the narrative in a beautifully customizable world.
20. The Lumenites (Releases 2025)
In this game, players build a cozy village atop a flying turtle, exploring floating islands and shaping their own paradise. With no combat and no wrong answers, The Lumenites invites you to focus on peaceful exploration, recycling, and upgrading your village as you go. It’s a relaxing, laid-back adventure where you can transform chaos into control while creating a serene and personalized world.
21. Squeakross: Home Squeak Home (Releases 2025)
In this game, players solve puzzles to transform them into furniture and decorations for their adorable rodent friend’s home. Squeakross: Home Squeak Home lets you collect hundreds of accessories to customize your rodent’s cozy space, turning puzzles into practical and stylish decor. It’s a charming and relaxing game where creativity meets problem-solving to create the perfect little home.
22. The Witch’s Bakery (Releases 2025)
In this game, players step into the enchanted life of a witch-baker in Paris, blending magic with baking in a charming 2D adventure RPG. Manage your bakery, craft delightful treats like croissants, and visit iconic streets to heal hearts with your delicious creations. The Witch’s Bakery offers a cozy, whimsical experience where food and magic come together to bring warmth and joy to the city.
23. Vampire Rancher (Releases 2025)
In this game, players balance their dual life as a rancher by day and a vampire by night. Manage resources to restore a sleepy town to its former glory, all while tending to your vampiric thirst for blood. Oversee shops and saloons, farm crops (and humans!), and explore ancient vampiric ruins in the Weird Wild West. Vampire Rancher mixes resource management with dark humor, offering a quirky adventure in a supernatural frontier.
24. Pixelshire (Releases 2025)
In this game, players create and grow the town of Pixelshire in a unique RPG sandbox that blends life simulation, town-building, exploration, and combat. Plan your town to reflect your personal style, master various trades, and forge relationships with your neighbors. Explore the vast continent of Arcadia, uncovering secrets and adventures while shaping a thriving community in Pixelshire.
25. Sally (Releases Q4 2025)
In this game, players embark on a heartwarming journey aboard a magical flying ship, navigating daily life as a kid with a diverse crew that’s unique to each playthrough. Sally is a life-sim about community and belonging, where you can craft, cook, farm, build, and explore the skies while forging your own path. Embrace your found family and become the person you want to be in a cozy, uplifting adventure.
26. Solarpunk (Releases 2025)
In this game, players find themselves in a solarpunk world of floating islands, where technology and nature thrive in harmony. Whether solo or with friends, you’ll construct buildings, grow food, craft gadgets, and embark on exciting airship explorations to distant islands. Solarpunk combines survival gameplay with a vision of sustainable living, offering a peaceful yet adventurous escape in the skies.
27. Grimshire (Releases Q2 2025)
In this game, players face a deadly plague that threatens the village of Grimshire. Manage your farmland, forage the wilds for resources, and keep your harvest from rotting while ensuring the root cellar stays stocked. Grimshire challenges you to balance survival with community-building, all while navigating the constant tension between life and death as you work to bring the village together in the face of disaster.
28. Love at The Milky Way Diner (Releases 15 Oct, 2025)
In this demo, players dive into a cozy, LGBT-friendly sci-fi world where they run a diner in deep space. Balance cooking, making friends, and finding love while managing the daily hustle of a space diner. Love at The Milky Way Diner combines heartwarming dating sim elements with delicious cooking challenges, offering a charming adventure in the vastness of the cosmos.
29. Olliefrog Toad Skater (Releases Q2 2025)
In this amphibian-based skateboarding game, players can create their own custom cute frog or toad and hit up the local skatepark for a chill session, or dive into the more extensive story and career modes. Olliefrog Toad Skater offers buttery smooth and squishy skating action inspired by the best skateboarding games of the late ’90s and early 2000s.
30. Magic Inn (Releases April 2025)
In this charming tavern life simulator, players take on the role of an exiled wizard-turned-innkeeper, managing a magical inn. From curating menus and overseeing rooms to handling staff and guests, Magic Inn offers a fully customizable experience. Engage in card battles to spark conversations and build relationships with your guests, all while reclaiming your glory in this cozy, whimsical adventure.
31. Little Sim World (Releases Q1 2025)
In this cozy 2D life simulator set in the heart of London, players can customize their character’s preferences and living space while interacting with a charming array of characters. Little Sim World reshapes how you engage with your surroundings, offering a variety of fun city activities to explore at your own pace.
32. Bao Bao’s Cozy Laundromat (Releases Q1 2025)
In this idle game, players join Bao Bao, a charming panda, to create the coziest laundromat around. Purchase colorful washing machines, decorate with delightful items, and hire a team of panda helpers to keep things running smoothly. Bao Bao’s Cozy Laundromat lets you watch as your bustling laundromat thrives, even when you’re not around, offering a relaxing and charming experience that’s perfect for unwinding.
33. Sugardew Island (Releases March 2025)
In this cozy farming game, players run their own farm shop on a charming island. Care for your animals, tend to your crops, and sell your goods to the adorable Forest Folk. Sugardew Island lets you upgrade the island and fulfill small orders from the Harmony Tree, bringing life and vibrancy back to the island while you nurture your little corner of paradise.
The Takeaway
Those are the cozy games releasing in 2025 that have caught my attention the most. Don’t forget to check out my 2024 cozy game of the year announcement, plus some other exciting game reviews and news from yester-year:
- Cozy Game News from The Game Awards 2024
- Highlights from The Game Awards for Games Who Can’t Afford TGAs 2024
- 4 Brand New Cozy Games to Check Out for Winter Holidays [2024]
Stay cozy, gamers!