Want to take a break from hardcore gaming? If you’re done with all the shooting games, fast-paced multiplayers, and action-adventures, some coziness and relaxation might be all you need. That said, a lot of games you can play while chilling are coming in 2025! Let’s check out seven of the most relaxing games that are launching this year.
Quick List: Most Relaxing Games to Play in 2025
Farming, management, and casual gameplay are waiting for you in these following upcoming games:
- Sugardew Island
- Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
- Wanderstop
- Sunkissed City
- Tales of the Shire
- Loftia
- Tales of Seikyu
Sugardew Island
First on the list is Sugardew Island, which is just like other cozy farming sims, except more relaxing. It has all the elements of a charming farm life—raising livestock and pets, selling produce, and friendly neighbors—minus the time constraint and combat elements. Players can freely manage their farm shop at their own pace, without any worries! The game launches in March 2025 across all major platforms.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
Next, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma brings a gentler approach to the RPG genre. The game maintains its signature blend of farming and adventure but focuses less on combat. Fully-voiced character interactions make creating and exploring relationships more fun while rebuilding worn down villages and turning them magical. This game is definitely one of the most relaxing and interesting games you can play this year!
Wanderstop
Live a peaceful life in Wanderstop as Alta, a retired warrior who now just actually runs a humble tea shop. You’ll spend your days gathering ingredients, brewing special teas, and gradually healing from past experiences. The game, developed by the creators of The Stanley Parable, arrives on March 11, 2025, for PC and PS5.
Sunkissed City
From the former dev of one of the most well-known cozy games, Stardew Valley, comes Sunkissed City! Mr. Podunkian has created a game set in a vibrant seaside metropolis. You’ll have all the usual farming mechanics in a funky, urban setting and meet other residents with different personalities. There’s also tons of customization options to truly immerse yourself in one of 2025’s most relaxing games.
Tales of the Shire
Lord of the Rings fans will love this one. You can now step into the serene world tucker away in Middle Earth coming March 25, 2025. This game lets you experience the simple pleasures of Hobbit life in the Shire. You’ll embark on quests, design your home, fish, farm, and cook! There’s endless options for you as a Hobbit that you can explore at your own pace.
Loftia
Loftia takes relaxation to new heights with its solarpunk setting on floating sky islands. The game encourages players to build a sustainable future using renewable materials. With helpful pets like capybaras and baby penguins by your side, you can create a self-sufficient paradise in the clouds.
Tales of Seikyu
Wrapping up our list of the top most relaxing games in 2025, Tales of Seikyu brings a fascinating twist to farming life. Set in a fantastical version of Edo-period Japan, you can transform into various “yokai” and gain their powers that make life more efficient! Aside from taking care of animals, crafting items, and cooking, you can also decorate your house however you like.
Conclusion
A lot of laid-back and casual games become players’ way to destress and just immerse themselves in cute, idyllic environments. When you’re finished battling monsters or destroying the enemy team in your combat and adventure games, check out cozy titles as a little treat! These upcoming 2025 releases promise to be the most relaxing games that you’ll surely enjoy.
