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The Indie game space has allowed for so much creativity over the years.
With this creativity, has come the subgenre of cozy games.
This could be due to the charming aesthetic of the game, or its story and gameplay.
No matter the reason, these games are great.
So today, we bring you our picks for the5 Wholesome Indies You Should Play in 2023.
Cozy Grove
So, to begin our delve into the comfortable world of cozy gaming, we haveCozy Grove.
This charming indie title initially stole the hearts of many when it was released.
However, the premise forCozy Groveis rather unique.
Players will be in charge of putting spirits to rest and soothing the landscape around them.
The art style for the game is also incredibly adorable and is one that you won’t soon forget.
The residents of Moonbury are always welcoming as well.
Albeit with an alchemical twist.
Slime Rancher 2
Switching things up quite a bit, we haveSlime Rancher 2.
In this game, players will be in charge of running a consortium and maintaining slimes.
These Plorts can then be exchanged for currency, in which players will reinvest in their operations.
This is great and really gives the player many ways to have fun in this game.
Additionally, the amount of upgrades you’re able to make in the game is also impressive.
This is great, and really served to immerse the player within this game’s world.
Players can farm to their heart’s content, or go adventuring in the mines.
The bulk of the player’s time can be spent however they wish.
Whether that be fishing by the dock, or participating in the game’s many other activities.
However,Sun Havendoes something that few entries on this list do.
Namely, have a class-based system.
The class-based system withinSun Havenincentivizes playing the way you want to play and rewards you greatly for doing so.
The fishing class also features many passive traits and buffs that players can use to their advantage.
And in terms of coziness, this title is simply snuggly.
This will be great for players who enjoy that throw in of gameplay.
Judson Holley is a writer that began his career as a ghostwriter.
Returning to the mortal coil to work among the living.
With some of his favorite games being tactical FPS games such as Squad and the Arma series.
When not attending to his wife, Judson often tends to his cats.
He also has a knack for music mainly composing for and playing piano.
