Xbox Game Pass has a wide variety of games for players to enjoy from a range of genres. One such genre of gaming that has become popular in recent years is the phenomenon of cozy gaming. These titles are seen by many as adorable and straightforward, ideal when trying to wind down or relax.

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Unsurprisingly, countless titles on Game Pass fit this bill and can be deemed as being cozy, though some titles offer much more relaxing experiences than others. For those looking to partake in stress-free gaming sessions via Game Pass, there are several great options available.

Updated on June 9, 2024, by Megan Smith: With summer vacations nearing, many may be wondering what cozy Xbox games they can begin to enjoy while sitting out in the sun or hiding away from the rays inside. Naturally, Game Pass sees plenty of new titles each month, with the summer months being no different. Cozy games are not just made for the summer heat; they also serve as great wind-down titles for players to enjoy in between the intense moments of other, less relaxing titles. On top of that, countless genres are available to experience within the realm of cozy gaming, so players with specific preferences are sure to find something they will love. With so many options to choose from, however, it can be difficult to decide what to try first. As such, this article has been updated to feature even more of the best cozy games available through Game Pass.

15 Mineko's Night Market

Metascore: 66

• Platform: Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X / S, PlayStation 5, and PC
• Released: 2023-09-26
• Developer: Meowza Games
• Genre: Simulator

Mineko's Night Market is a business simulator title that is perfect for any cozy gamer who has Game Pass. The title encourages players to get involved with the narrative, make friends with the adorable cats, and become immersed in Japanese culture.

The adorable art style of Mineko's Night Market only adds to the comfy warm vibes that the game already gives while the player takes part in a spot of fishing or when they are creating all sorts of interesting items to sell. In between the exciting mini-games of the market, players will find themselves solving all sorts of mysteries and solving puzzles.

14 House Flipper

Metascore: 67

While decorating a real-life house may be stressful for some players, knocking down walls or installing radiators is quite relaxing in House Flipper. Players can put their decorating skills to the test as they are tasked with various jobs that require them to paint new bedrooms or clean out the rubbish from a long abandoned house.

If players don't want to do the jobs of others, they can even purchase their own home and make it look brand new in the hope of turning around a profit from flipping the house, as the name of the game encourages.

13 Disney Dreamlight Valley

Metascore: 70

Another great cozy title that can be enjoyed through Game Pass is Disney Dreamlight Valley. Players are provided with the standard Founders Pack through Xbox that allows them to start their latest Disney adventure as they help bring the valley back to its former glory.

With plenty of well-known Disney characters to invite back to the valley, there is already a lot in store for those who can access this game through Game Pass. Disney Dreamlight Valley is only going to get bigger from there with plenty more characters set to be added in the future.

12 Let's Build A Zoo

Metascore: 74

Indie titles with pixel art styles are incredibly adorable, and the premise of Let's Build a Zoo only adds to this cozy atmosphere created in the zoo building title. Players are in for a relaxing time in this zoo tycoon title as they build the animal park of their dreams with the choice of two avenues.

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Taking an eco-friendly route with their zoo or focusing heavily on entertainment is all down to the player's preferences. Other than the usual animals, players can also use DNA Splicing to make some never-before-seen critters that are sure to wow guests.

11 PowerWash Simulator

Metascore: 75

Out of all the available genres of games to be considered cozy, simulators are by far one of the best for players looking for a simplistic title to enjoy that requires little to no effort when playing it. PowerWash Simulator combines the therapeutic nature of Power Washing with the freedom of simply turning off the game when they don't want to do it anymore.

Thanks to Game Pass, players can spend all the time they could ever want in PowerWash Simulator, either alone or with friends. The game also features a surprisingly interesting story for players to discover when cleaning for different customers.

10 A Little To The Left

Metascore: 75

Puzzle titles are some of the coziest experiences for gamers, and to many player's surprise, the highly popular PC and Nintendo Switch title, A Little to the Left, is available via Xbox Games Pass.

This game gives players mundane everyday item puzzles to solve, from organizing books on a shelf to fitting items in a drawer. These delightfully drawn puzzles have a wide variety of levels for the player to complete, which means that they have plenty of time to relax with this adorable game.

9 Spirittea

Metascore: 76

• Platform: Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC
• Released: 2023-11-13
• Developer: Cheesemaster Games
• Genre: RPG, Simulator

Spirittea is a cute life simulator title that sees the player start up a bathhouse in the hopes of calming the spirits that live around the village of Spirittea. After drinking the Spirittea, the player is the only person who can see the spirits. The humans that still live in the town no longer worship the spirits, which has caused them to become rowdy.

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Besides managing the bathhouse, players can also explore the mountains or get to know the locals in this simple yet endearing pixel-art world. Spirittea is an incredibly cozy game that lovers of cute art styles are sure to enjoy.

8 Little Kitty, Big City

Metascore: 76

While cats may often be the bringers of chaos, players who are looking for a simple experience where they become a cat should look no further than Little Kitty, Big City. In this adorable title, players get to control a black cat as it explores the big city, causing all sorts of issues for the people living within, as well as getting involved in plenty of the other hilarious things that cats do.

In this epic adventure, players will need to use their cat-like reflexes and aloof nature to solve all sorts of issues around the city while also collecting a variety of hilarious hats to decorate their kitty's head with.

7 Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly

Metascore: 79

• Platform: Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X / S, PlayStation 5, and PC
• Released: 2023-04-20
• Developer: Toge Productions
• Genre: Adventure, Simulator

Those who have had previous months of Game Pass may be aware that the original Coffee Talk was available for players to enjoy fully on Game Pass. However, it was previously removed. Since then, Coffee Talk has returned once more, allowing players who own Game Pass to play the next entry, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly.

Like the previous title, players will once again be listening to the problems of the monsters that spend their nights at the player's coffee shop while offering them the hot beverages needed to help support them in these trying times of their lives. It's a simple premise, but it provides a truly cozy experience for those willing to dive in.

6 Unpacking

Metascore: 81

Unpacking is another adorable game with a deeper story hidden within, and it's also available via Game Pass. In this relaxing puzzle game, players are tasked with unpacking various boxes of clutter to move into various houses.

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5 Coral Island

Metascore: 82

While early access to Coral Island was released in 2022, as of November 2023, the game was officially released fully on all platforms with a Nintendo Switch release planned for 2024. This adorable farming simulator is one of the greatest cozy games available to those who use Game Pass, as few farming simulators explore other cultures and environments as well as this title.

For those who enjoy the romantic side of things, there are a total of 28 eligible NPCs that the player can befriend and eventually marry to live out their dream life in between growing crops, catering to animals, and cleaning up the town.

4 Chants Of Sennaar

Metascore: 86

• Platform: Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC
• Released: 2023-09-05
• Developer: Rundisc
• Genre: Adventure

Chants of Sennaar is a puzzle game like no other. While playing as a traveler on a quest to reunite the people of the Tower, they must listen and pay attention to the ancient languages of said people if they hope to understand the world that is heavily inspired by the Myth of Babel.

Deciphering these languages in a world with such an interesting art style will see players bringing the people of the tower together. Though this may sound a little complex initially, Chants of Sennaar is full of relaxing moments and offers one of the most cozy experiences available via Game Pass.

3 Minecraft

Metascore: 88

Minecraft has entertained players and those who have not yet been able to enjoy the game on Xbox through Game Pass for years. It features an incredibly open sandbox world that allows players to either unleash their creativity in creative mode or test how long they can live in the wild through survival.

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2 A Short Hike

Metacritic: 88

Some of the greatest cozy games for players to enjoy on the Xbox Series X/S are those with incredibly unique art styles. A Short Hike is no different with its vibrant colors that showcase the wonders of nature as a tiny bird makes its way to the summit of the mountain.

As players hike, climb, and soar their way through the world known as Hawk Peak Provincial, they are sure to get stopped by all sorts of activities for them to enjoy on a cozy night. It's important that players remember to hike up the mountain at their own pace for the maximum amount of relaxation.

1 Stardew Valley

Metascore: 89

By far one of the coziest games that can also be played through Game Pass is Stardew Valley. In this farming simulator, players don't only look after their own farm but also aid the people of nearby Pelican Town.

Players are free to enjoy Stardew Valley as they please while hoping to turn their farm into something their character's grandfather would be proud of. There are also multiple romance options available, with each bachelor and bachelorette possessing a unique backstory for gamers to uncover.

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