The best cozy co-op games are all about sharing gentle-yet-rewarding moments with your besties. There’s no pressure, the goal isn’t to win, dominate a leaderboard, or master impossibly tight mechanics, and cozy games often leave room for players of all ages and abilities to have fun.
If you feel like you’re ready to cuddle up and dive into a cozy co-op game, the good news is that there’s no shortage of great options. You’ll find some crossover with our best cozy games list, but these ones are specifically enhanced by playing with friends. Some of these games are perfect for long-term commitment over several sessions, while others are great as short, memorable experiences you can finish in one night or over a few relaxed evenings.
Each of the games below offers its own take on what “cozy” means, but all of them are welcoming, charming, and, of course, much better when shared.
Webfishing
- Release date: 16 October, 2023
- Developer: Lamedeer Games
- Platforms: PC
Webfishing is a delightfully low-stakes multiplayer experience that’s exactly what it sounds like: hanging out and fishing on the internet. You and your friends take control of cute, customizable animal characters and spend your time chatting, casting lines, and slowly filling out a fish collection with ever-improving bait. There’s no rush, no fail state, and no pressure to optimize anything–just chillin’ by the lake.
Webfishing is more like a digital hangout spot than a traditional game, which is a key part of its charm. If you’re looking for something that feels like a cozy evening call with friends, but goes beyond a simple Discord chat, Webfishing absolutely fills that niche. There’s also a few hidden secrets in the game, but we won’t spoil anything for you…
Stardew Valley
- Release date: 26 February, 2016
- Developer: ConcernedApe
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
Stardew Valley has become a modern comfort classic, is one of the best indie games (potentially of all time), and its co-op mode makes it even better. Together, you and up to three other players (or seven other players on PC) can run a farm, explore the town, build relationships, and slowly turn a rundown plot of land into something you can all be proud to call home.
The beauty of Stardew Valley as a cozy co-op game lies in its flexibility–everyone can largely do their own thing, as long as they’re roughly working toward the same common goal. One player can focus on farming, another on fishing, while someone else heads into the mines for a bit of old fashioned monster slaying. There’s always something useful to do, but no one is ever forced into a role.
Stardew Valley is the kind of game where hours disappear quietly, and there’s always something keeping you busy, but if you’ve reached a point where you want a bit more variation, check out our best Stardew Valley mods list for inspiration.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
- Release date: 20 March, 2020
- Developer: Nintendo
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Animal Crossing: New Horizons is the cozy co-op game that kept us all sane during the fateful summer of 2020, and if you fell off once the real world started opening back up, now is the perfect time to get back to your island. The huge 3.0 update has added in a load of new features, including a brand-new hotel to decorate and a range of funky new items, so you and your pals can have even more fun together.
At its core, Animal Crossing is all about creating a peaceful life on a deserted island, so sharing that island with others and inviting them to see your creativity flourish adds an extra layer of warmth. While it doesn’t offer traditional co-op objectives, visiting friends’ islands or playing together locally turns the game into a cozy social experience where you can swap items, play hide-and-seek, meet new villagers, and pick up exotic new fruits and flowers.
Co-op in Animal Crossing is about presence rather than productivity. You might spend an evening fishing together (or competing to catch the most sea bass), decorating your homes then heading over for a visit, or showing off new outfits and DIYs. Even simple things, like watching the sunset or catching bugs side by side can be a really sweet experience between long-distance friends.
Ibb & Obb
- Release date: 6 May, 2013
- Developer: Sparpweed
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Switch
Ibb & Obb is a cooperative puzzle platformer built entirely around teamwork. Two small creatures explore a strange world where gravity can flip across the horizon, and progress is impossible without working closely together. Every puzzle requires communication and coordination.
Ibb & Obb’s rounded aesthetics, minimal UI, and ambient soundtrack create a calm and cozy atmosphere, even when you’re figuring out tricky sections. There’s no combat and no timer, so experimentation is encouraged rather than punished while you get to grips with this unusual force of gravity. Ibb & Obb is a sweet choice for two players who enjoy problem-solving and want a bit of a challenge, but still want things to be cozy and low-stakes.
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Roots Of Pacha
- Release date: 25 April, 2023
- Developer: Soda Den
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
Okay, it’s another farming sim, but Roots Of Pacha’s Stone Age setting makes things a little different so it’s worth a mention. You and your co-op partners help a growing clan thrive by farming, crafting, discovering new ideas, and forming bonds within the community.
Discoveries made in Roots Of Pacha benefit everyone, tasks can be divided naturally, and the game rewards cooperation without ever demanding it. The game has a peaceful and gentle pace, so you’re able to make as much or as little of it as you’d like.
The pixel art style and gentle rhythm of life give Roots Of Pacha a warm, inviting feel initially, and once you’re hooked the world opens up as being full of characters, secrets, and minigames to play. There’s a strong emphasis on community rather than individual success, which makes it perfect for co-op play. It’s familiar enough to be comfortable, but different enough to feel fresh if you’re a bit burned out from all those Harvest Moon and Story Of Seasons clones.
Squirreled Away
- Release date: 28 March, 2025
- Developer: Far Seas
- Platforms: PC
Ever thought life would be so much easier if you could just be a little animal living in a tree? No more work, no more bills, just vibes and chomping on nuts. Squirreled Away encourages you to shed the expectations of being a human and live your best squirrel life by exploring cozy environments, collecting acorns, and interacting with the world in various playful, low-pressure ways.
It plays like a survival crafting game but there’s no real danger or high-stakes challenge in Squirreled Away, which makes it ideal for relaxed co-op sessions. The game feels more like a toy box than a traditional goal-driven experience, so it’s a good one to introduce kids to if you’re trying to raise some little gamers.
Eco
- Release date: 6 February, 2018
- Developer: Strange Loop Games
- Platforms: PC
Eco is a cooperative simulation game where players build a civilization from scratch, aiming to get to the technological point of being able to stop a meteor impact, all while trying not to destroy the planet in the process. Everyone plays on the same server, taking on different roles like farmer, engineer, politician, or even artist or curator. There’s really no limit to what you can achieve, and although the imminent meteor strike does add a bit of pressure, the day-to-day progress from almost nothing to fully-fledged society is a wonderful thing to experience with pals.
Luma Island
- Release date: 20 November, 2024
- Developer: Feel Free Games
- Platforms: PC
Luma Island is a bright, relaxed co-op adventure that does it all–exploration, crafting, decorating, puzzles, creature collecting, and more. You and your friends arrive on a mysterious island, looking for a change of pace, and slowly uncover its secrets while building up your base and bonding with adorable Lumas. You can investigate these mystical creatures, hatch them, and train them as your companions as you explore. If you like games like Stardew Valley, you’ll love Luma Island.
The game is designed to be welcoming and easy to play together. Tasks are intuitive, and there’s no penalty for going at your own pace. Co-op feels natural, with players free to explore or stick close together, and you’re all able to contribute an equal amount to the communal goal. It follows the farming sim formula to a degree, but there’s no stamina bars, no inventory limits, and nothing to hold back your creativity. You can choose a full cozy mode with no combat, or go for a little more challenge if you want. The world is also pleasantly cluttered and maximalist, which makes the cute and cozy vibe all the more apparent.
Spiritfarer
- Release date: 18 August, 2020
- Developer: Thunder Lotus Games
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
Spiritfarer is an emotional management game about caring for spirits before helping them move on. So, yes it’s about death, but yes, it is still cozy. In co-op, one player controls main character and ferrymaster Stella, while the other plays Daffodil the cat, turning the journey into a shared experience. It’s a game about the end of someone’s life and how compassion can change everything, so it has some lessons to teach us.
The gameplay revolves around crafting, cooking, and gently tending to your passengers’ needs. There’s no combat pressure, and most challenges are simple and forgiving. What makes it cozy is the rhythm: sail, help, talk, repeat. We can’t guarantee you won’t cry though.
Blanc
- Release date: 14 February, 2023
- Developer: Casus Ludi
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Blanc is a short, beautiful co-op puzzle adventure about a wolf cub and a fawn trying to survive a snowy wilderness together. Each character has unique abilities, and progress depends entirely on cooperation. There’s only two buttons to press, which makes this a great introductory game for those who aren’t particularly seasoned gamers.
The game’s hand-drawn black-and-white art style immediately sets a calm, storybook tone, and puzzles are thoughtful but not punishing, encouraging communication rather than frustration. There’s no dialogue, so the story unfolds through movement and interaction of these two adorable creatures and their journey home.
