Sometimes the best thing to do is pick up your controller, get a comfy seat, and lounge around with some cozy games. Luckily, there’s an ample selection to pick from thanks to theXbox Game Passsubscription service.
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The thing aboutcozy gamesis that they can mean something different for every gamer. Some enjoy farming, others find peace in simulators. Whatever your version of cozy, Xbox Game Pass is the perfect place to try some out without breaking the bank.
The gaming selection in Xbox Game Pass can/will change. If you don’t see one of the games on the list, there’s a good chance it was removed from the library.
10Spiritfarer
Making Death a Cozy Experience
Spiritfarer
Spiritfarersends you on an eye-catching journey into death. Once you slip into the role of Stella, you’ll embrace a beautiful tale about friendship and moving on. It’s your job to aid spirits until they reach the afterlife, making their death far more pleasant.
Don’t forget to embrace the rest of the world as you fish, farm, and even mine. It’s all tied up in a poignant and relaxing experience, giving you everything you could ask for in a cozy game.
9Stardew Valley
A Valley of Opportunity
Stardew Valley
If you haven’t dived into the incredibly popular Stardew Valley, Xbox Game Pass is your chance to try it out. It’s all about farming and helping to rebuild the town to help it rediscover its beauty. And it starts by transforming an overgrown field into a stunning farm.
You’ll learnadditional skills along the wayfrom crafting to combat, as not everything in the Valley is friendly. Feel free to further mingle with the community, finding friendship (or more) with the numerous residents.
8Cooking Simulator
Become the Best Chef
Cooking Simulator
A fully stocked kitchen and more than 60 recipes to unlock? You won’t run out of meals to whip up in Cooking Simulator. There’s an impressive level of realism in how you prep and cook everything that you’ll feel like you’re in your own kitchen creating these masterful meals.
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Tasty pixellated treats to set you up for the day!
Jump into career mode, limiting yourself with what you can make and serve customers as you climb to the top. Or you can embrace sandbox mode and do whatever you want. Even set the kitchen on fire if that’s more your vibe. That mode truly has no limits.
7Unpacking
Relax and Unpack
Unpacking is one of the most surprising cozy games I’ve ever played, as I never thought to take joy in simply unpacking some boxes. Everything has a place, and pulling trinkets of all sizes out of these boxes is one of the best ways to unwind.
There’s no character in sight here (and no full story). All you get is the chance to uncover bits and pieces here and there. It may be one of the most peaceful and gentle experiences you can have in a game.
6House Flipper
Create the Homes of Your Dreams
House Flipper
Ever wanted to play around with renovating and decorating a home? House Flipper lets you live out that dream without getting your hands dirty, even when a lot of these houses can be downright filthy. But it’s never felt more satisfying to pick up a mop or gather trash.
Tackle jobs for local residents, fixing and renovating their homes as you build up skills and earn money to handle your own property one day. Or maybe you just want to let off some steam and break down walls with a hammer? Either way, House Flipper will ensure you stay comfortably busy.
Past Meets Present
Dordogne is aunique cozy gameyou can try on Xbox Game Pass, and it’s more than worth it. You play as Mimi as she visits her deceased grandmother’s home and uncovers and confronts childhood memories.
The narrative goes back and forth between the past and present, having actions you take as a child impact the present. It’s a lovely tale, and it’s backed by an incredible watercolor style.
4Farming Simulator 22
The Hardworking Modern Farmer
Farming Simulator 22
Farming Simulator22 takes a relaxing look at the life of a farmer. Use the character creator to make the perfect farmer, and from there, lay down your roots from the US to Europe. There are hundreds of equipment and tools to enjoy, all designed with inspiring layers of realism.
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Start off strong to give your farm a chance to flourish year-round.
It’s easily one of the most peaceful games you can get on Xbox Game Pass. There’s even cross-platform multiplayer, so you and friends can experience it all together.
3Coral Island
Start a New Life
Coral Island
Leave your old life behind to start anew in the colorful world of Coral Island. Customize your character and build up your own home and farm while also getting the chance to make life a little bit better for everyone else on the island.
What you do is up to you though. Meet and make friends with the locals on the island. Or mingle with over a dozen singles ready to find love. Just verify you get the right gift to keep them happy.
2Disney Dreamlight Valley
Restore the Valley and Save the Day
Disney Dreamlight Valley
Disney Dreamlight Valleyis a fitting cozy game where you leave the world as you know it behind, to instead live with these iconic Disney/Pixar characters. But not everyone is in the Valley just yet. It’s up to you to help restore their memories and breathe life into their world again.
There’s fun character customization, cooking, farming, and resource management. How you spend your time comes with endless possibilities. Go fishing with Goofy, mine some rocks with Kristoff, or bring Moana some tasty meals to try out.
1Little Kitty, Big City
The Life of a Wandering Cat
Little Kitty, Big City
It’s a kitty. An adorable, lost kitty. What else is there to know? In Little Kitty, Big City, you can choose to go home, but why would you when you have the world at your disposal? Or at least this one city.
Explore this vast area through the eyes of a kitty, scaling tall buildings or slipping through alleys. And don’t forget your hats. Whether it’s a hard hat or a charming frog, you can’t venture out into this big world without some protection.
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