Today’s cozy games are serving up a lot of gems. Not only is there a free game, but there are retro-inspired games that are giving modern Tamagotchi vibes and a Lemmings-likethat is taking me back.
Whether you’re looking to recapture a bit of your childhood, want to run a bakery, or do some idling, this list is filled with options!
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Cozy games released on January 15th, 2026
Craftlings
Craftlings is a resource management game with automation elements. Inspired by Lemmings, this game builds on that simplicity and gives it MORE. Not only are you responsible for your ever-moving Craftlings, but you’ll help them build whole civilizations and defend against monsters. Each level gives you a unique challenge and it’ll be up to you to plan accordingly to pull it off!
Whimsy Bake&Craft
Whimsy Bake&Craft is a simulation idling game where you run a bakery. Manage a farm, go fishing, decorate your home, and sell while prices are high! By assigning the right tools, ingredients, and staff in your workshop, profit is just a few clicks away. You can watch them create while you relax.
Eggo
Eggo is a life-sim, creature-collecting idler that gives modern-day Tamagotchi vibes. After adopting an egg, you’ll take care of it, watching it hatch and grow into a little pet all your own. Customize your pet and watch it go exploring for treasures. Along the way, you could arrange a love match for them and experience the joy of welcoming a new pet to the family with unique elements of both parents. Play solo or with friends and raise your pets together!
More cozy games!
- Super Woden: Rally Edge – Racing, Sports, Driving
- Dungeon with Girl – Roguelite, RPG, Romance, Turn-Based Combat, Multiple Endings
- Man of Nollyn – Detective, Investigation, Puzzle
- Ruff’s Bone – 1990s Re-release, Retro, Interactive Fiction
- MilkTea Time – Time Management, Job Simulator
- Tiny Isle – Idler, Farming Sim
- Project Homecoming Haven – Simulation, Cleaning, FREE TO PLAY
Which games are going onto your list? I’m shoving things into mine today. Between the free game, the idlers, and the ones that remind me of my childhood, I’m stuffing easily five games from this list. Half these games are coming home with me!
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