There are 6 new cozy games out on Steam today! Whether you want a heartfelt story, to go back in time, or to spend your hours in the quiet of the night, this list has you covered!
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Cozy games released on January 8th, 2026
Kinsfolk
Kinsfolk is an adventure game that explores the meaning of family through the eyes of a new father. Encounter and relive short stories from your past to see how you got where you are. Each story will challenge your perspective through light puzzle and platforming elements.
Pencil Stories
Pencil Stories is an exploration adventure where you embody Letty, a letter trying to figure out where an undeliverable letter is meant to go. Every night is a new letter that takes you through the slumbering village of Tsukinoma. Filled with puzzles of all kinds to unravel, you’ll figure it out at your own pace with no time limits or combat. If you get stuck, there is a helpful hint system to get you back on track.
Ancient Farm
Ancient Farm is a farming sim that takes place in Ancient Egypt. You’ll plow, plant, water, and harvest as well as unlock workshops, buildings, and temples. If you’re looking for something that’s extremely hands-on with no automation, then you’ll love the manual mechanics of this one.
More cozy games below!
- Maid Cafe Coop – Shop Sim, Multiplayer
- 100 Cats Lost in England Find & Color – Hidden Object
- Astracordis Access Terminal – TTRPG, Co-op, Space, Tabletop, FREE TO PLAY
Which games are you most buzzed about? I have the massive, massive need to get my hands on Pencil Stories. The fact that it’s told at night and you’re just free to meander and figure things out feels so incredibly cozy. I gotta have it.
Equally, Kinsfolk intrigues me because the memories are ones you find through exploration and the game is GORGEOUS. So, I’d love to dive into it sometime.
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