Perfect Cosy Games To Curl Up To On A Rainy Day

I’ve been a gamer for as long as I can remember. I have lots of memories of playing on my brother’s Atari 2600, the Commodore 64, and the Sega Megadrive. Yes, I’m that old! Gaming has always been a part of my life, and I love that my family are gamers too.
My husband is all about racing games and he’s a big fan of C.O.D. and Fortnite. Meanwhile, my boys enjoy pretty much anything, from open-world adventures to the classic platformers.

For me, gaming is the perfect way to chill out after a busy day. It’s my little slice of ‘me time’ where I can relax and switch off. There’s something comforting about gaming on a cold, rainy day when I don’t want to venture far. So, without further ado, here are my favourite cosy games to play on a rainy day… or any day!

1 Classic Games

Sometimes the best rainy-day comfort comes from timeless classics. Whether it’s solving a calming round of Sudoku or unwinding with a simple game of Solitaire, these familiar favourites offer a soothing rhythm that’s perfect for relaxing indoors. They’re easy to pick up, require no setup, and create that nostalgic cosy-day feeling instantly.

2 Animal Crossing New Horizons

I think Animal Crossing New Horizons is so wholesome. I have spent soooo many hours playing this game on my Switch. In the game, time moves in real-time, mirroring the seasons, holidays, and even weather of the real world. Players can explore their island, gather resources, craft furniture and tools, and design their homes and surroundings.
One of the most cutest features of Animal Crossing is its cast of adorable animal villagers, each with unique personalities and quirks. These characters become your neighbours, forming a close-knit community that evolves and grows as you interact with them.
As in real life, some neighbours you won’t be so keen! And fingers crossed they get fed up and leave your island, haha.

3 Dreamlight Valley

Disney Dreamlight Valley is a stunning life-simulation adventure game that invites players of all ages to step into the enchanting world of Disney and Pixar.
This game screams cosy! I think this has the prettiest graphics. I always get comfy on the sofa or in bed and play this on my Switch OLED.
In Disney Dreamlight Valley, players take on the role of a hero tasked with restoring the once-thriving valley that has been overrun by a mysterious darkness. As you explore this world, you’ll unlock famous Disney and Pixar characters like Mickey Mouse, Elsa, Moana, and many more. These characters have lost their memories due to the darkness, and it’s up to you to help them remember who they are and return the valley to its former glory.
You can also customise your home and the entire village.

4 Sims 4

I have played this for years. I go through fads of playing nothing but Sims, then I have a little break and end up going back to it again. I’m currently enjoying the add on, Cottage Living.
Set in the picturesque world of Henford-on-Bagley, Cottage Living introduces a quaint, storybook-like setting filled with lush rolling hills, cosy cottages, and friendly villagers.
I have lots of chickens and my Sims spend most of their time at the village pub! Haha.

5 Everybody’s Gone To The Rapture

I discovered this on Steam through a gamers group I am in. This is probably one of the best games I have played in a while.
Everybody’s Gone To The Rapture is a poignant and immersive narrative-driven game. You explore the fictional Shropshire village, Yaughton where all the inhabitants have mysteriously vanished, leaving behind only traces of their lives and the echoes of their voices.

These memories are represented by glowing orbs of light that guide you to key locations, where you’ll hear snippets of conversations and see ghostly outlines of the people who lived in the village. These moments reveal the deeply personal stories of the villagers, their hopes, fears, love, and loss as they grappled with the mysterious events that led to their disappearance.
I loved that the village is based in Shropshire, so it was nice to see lots of familiar props, buildings and road signs that we have here. Very unusual in the gaming world.
I completed this game in two sittings and I wish I could find lots more like this one! It’s a gem.

6 Lake

Set in the picturesque town of Providence Oaks, Oregon, during the autumn of 1986, Lake invites players to step into the shoes of Meredith Weiss, a woman taking a break from her fast-paced career in the city to return to her hometown and fill in for her father as the local mail carrier.
The heart of Lake lies in its characters and storytelling. As you deliver mail, you’ll encounter a variety of townspeople, each with their own stories, struggles, and personalities. From the quirky video store owner to the elderly cat lady, every interaction offers insight into the lives of the town’s residents. You’ll have the chance to build relationships, help with their problems, or simply enjoy a friendly chat. The choices you make influence how your relationships develop and, ultimately, how Meredith’s story unfolds.

It’s a really nice game to relax with and the scenery is so pretty.

7 Spiritfarer

In Spiritfarer, you play as Stella, a young woman who takes on the role of a guide who helps spirits transition from the world of the living to the afterlife. Accompanied by her little cat, Daffodil, Stella sails a magical boat across a vast ocean, gathering and caring for spirits who are not yet ready to move on. Each spirit represents a unique character with their own story, personality, and unresolved issues, and it’s Stella’s job to help them find peace before saying their final goodbyes.
this hand-drawn style graphics is beautiful and the storyline is emotional but equally as heartwarming!

8 Life is Strange: True Colors

In Life is Strange:True Colors, Alex arrives in Haven Springs to reunite with her long-lost brother, Gabe, hoping to start fresh and find a place where she truly belongs. However, her plans take a tragic turn when Gabe dies in a mysterious accident, leaving Alex to navigate her grief while uncovering the dark secrets hidden beneath the town’s charming surface.
The game’s narrative allows players to shape Alex’s relationships and the course of the story through dialogue options and decisions, some of which have far-reaching consequences! I absolutely loved this game and yet to play the others in the series. I can’t wait!

I’ve got a whole new list of cosy games that are due for release and sitting there on my wishlist! I will share that one soon.

What’s your favourite cosy game?