I’ve had a terrible day and I want to relax and unwind with a game that is wholesome, not stressful, is fun and engaging and is happy. I need me some gaming comfort food. I have my eye on A Short Hike or Alba as possibilities. I’ve also heard Firewatch is good.

What cozy games do you like to chill with? If I’m not looking for story I also like Powerwash simulator, which I play when watching mindless TV.

  • CauliflowerOne3602@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    This post is a bit old now so you probably made a decision but I loved A Short Hike. I went in with a lot of hype and still really enjoyed it. It’s simple but plays very well and is over quick (I find completing something is satisfying when I’m stressed). Good luck and be well.

    • borderlinejon@alien.topOPBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      It’s still relevant as my stressful situation has no end in sight. I started to play Death Stranding but was tired so ended up watching a film. I will make a point of trying it out in the next few days. Completing something can feel good yes. I play a rhythm game called Arcaea on the iPad and getting a perfect score in a song is one of the few things I get any enjoyment out of at the moment.

      • CauliflowerOne3602@alien.topBEnglish
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        1 year ago

        Another option is horde shooters. I dove hard into Vampire Survivors when I was dealing with some issues at work - short play sessions, real feeling of progression and unlocks. Levels can be a little stressful, but the cost of dying is so small. See also, Brotato, 20 Minutes til Dawn. All great games.

        • borderlinejon@alien.topOPBEnglish
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          1 year ago

          I own vampire survivors and Brotato but I haven’t tried 20 Minutes Till Dawn. I definitely have played a fair bit of Vampire Survivors lately. I absolutely love the treasure chest animation. I have the startup for vampire survivors amongst the ones I bought with the points on the steam store.