5 Best Cute and Cozy Switch Games for the Family
While gaming usually revolves around intense action and competition. Gaming for relaxation and comfort is another good reason to break out the Switch. There are many cute and cozy Switch games to play while curled up on the couch with a warm blanket.
Winning isn’t everything. Soothing games are just as rewarding as getting a new personal best at Mario Kart. Watching someone else play an incredibly cute game is just as entertaining as watching someone else play Fortnite.
If you’re looking for relaxing games to pass the time then we’ve got you covered. The following is a list of the best cozy and cute Switch games.
Yoshi’s Crafted World
This has to be the cutest looking game I’ve ever seen. Everything looks like it came right out the kindergarten craft supplies. The construction paper, straws, popsicle sticks, cardboard, and string looks incredibly real.
It’s as much fun to watch as it is to play. Nobody could accuse this game of being intense. But that’s why this game is so appealing. It’s easy without being boring.
There’s something soothing about figuring out the simple puzzles blocking your path, finding the flowers, and shooting eggs at effortless targets. The audio is also well done. The sounds and music are perfect for this cute game.
Paper Mario: The Origami King
While this game shares some visual aspects with Yoshi’s Crafted World, the Paper Mario series has been around a long time. If you’re looking for a cozy game with a great storyline Paper Mario: The Origami King is a great choice.
The story is absolutely captivating. Be prepared with some tissue’s when playing this game. No spoilers, but it is a tear jerker. It’s hard not to get immersed in the new character’s and their storyline.
While their world is 3D, paper Mario is flat. This game is very creative with the 2D Mario. Taking advantage of paper Mario’s flatness and lightness is essential to making it through this game.
Instead of cozying up with a blanket and watching a movie, put in this game and enjoy a Saturday afternoon.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Another cute and cozy game to play instead of watching a movie is Kirby’s Forgotten Land. This is another game with a fairly good storyline. Elfilin, like most Kirby characters, is the definition of cute.
If you’ve played other Kirby games then you’ll know how colorful they are. This game is no different. It is different in that it’s a 3D world to explore.
Making your way through the worlds while freeing trapped Waddle-Dees and battling bosses is a good way to spend a relaxing evening. It isn’t the hardest game I’ve played but isn’t a walk in the park either.
Be sure to visit the Waddle Dee town if things get too difficult. There are some good minigames to play, power ups, and cutscenes to watch. Overall, we think of Kirby and the Forgotten Land as a cute and cozy Switch game.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
Playing this game is a great way to spend time cozied up on a couch. It’s much less intense than most games yet still offers some great gameplay. Who would think a game without jumping would be fun, but Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is an enjoyable puzzle game.
It’s kind of a maze game, only it’s 3D. Figuring out a path to the star while also avoiding being hit is the goal. It isn’t as hard as it sounds. In fact, I find it strikes a good balance between skill and enjoyability.
The puzzles aren’t stress inducing. Nor do the obstacles give you anxiety. Some levels are more challenging than others. But overall, it’s a good way to spend time keeping your mind engaged.
If you find puzzle games soothing and relaxing then Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a good option.
Animal Crossing
What would a list about cute and cozy games be without Animal Crossing? You live on an island with other animal characters. There’s plenty of things to do and items to collect on this island.
Sell items and fruit to collect bells. Then get a house and items to fill the house. No money is involved, only bells. This game is like life on easy mode.
If you’re looking for charming, then Animal Crossing fits that description. We enjoy spending time singing or dancing with other characters on the island. Remodeling a house is as easy as pressing a few buttons.
It’s hard to believe bugs and fish could be cute but Animal Crossing does a good job doing so. Even Tom Nook and his cronies grew on us. Animal Crossing is definitely a good game to spend time curling up with a blanket on a couch.
Summary
While there’s no shortage of intense games to choose from. Sometimes you just want to play a cute game that’s relaxing. Games that aren’t too intense without also being very boring are hard to find.
In my experience the games listed here are the cutest games for a Nintendo Switch. Yet are also relaxing and fun to play. A tall order to fill but Yoshi’s Crafted World, Paper Mario: Origami King, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and Animal Crossing are made to order.
Cute and Cozy Switch Games brought to you by David M.
I’m David M. I’ve been playing video games a long time, my pong game was fire. Now, my kids run circles around me but we always have a good time. We mostly play party and family games. Strategy and battle games are still among my favorites. I like writing about games almost as much as I do playing them. My favorite games are: Moving Out 2, Out of Space and Overcooked All You Can Eat.
