New & Upcoming Cozy Games to Watch in 2026
The most exciting new and upcoming cozy games to watch in 2026 — the farming sims, life sims and gentle adventures we can not wait to wind down with.
The cozy genre keeps getting bigger, and 2026 is shaping up to be a wonderful year for relaxing games. Here are the new and upcoming cozy games to watch — a mix of fresh releases and hotly anticipated titles.
Release dates in this space shift often. Treat this as a watchlist, and wishlist anything that catches your eye so you hear the moment it lands.
Most anticipated
Tales of the Shire
A cozy life sim set in the world of The Lord of the Rings, where you live the gentle hobbit life in Bywater — cooking, gardening, foraging, and befriending neighbors. About as cozy as a premise gets.
Witchbrook
A long-awaited magic-school life sim from Chucklefish (the studio behind Stardew’s release). Think cozy farming-sim systems crossed with attending a school of witchcraft.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure
A charming, content-packed life sim (originally an Apple Arcade hit) expanding to more platforms — exploration, decorating, and friendship with Sanrio characters.
Rising stars to watch
Fields of Mistria
A stunning pixel-art farming sim that took the community by storm in early access. If you love Stardew Valley, this is one to follow closely.
Loftia
A cozy social MMO with farming, decorating, and a wholesome community focus — one of the most promising upcoming cozy multiplayer games.
Wanderstop
A cozy game about running a tea shop, from a celebrated developer. A gentle, reflective experience with a lot of heart.
How to keep up with new cozy releases
- Wishlist on Steam. You’ll get an email the moment a game launches or hits a sale. See our best cozy games on Steam for how to make the most of it.
- Watch Steam Next Fest. These demo festivals are full of upcoming cozy gems you can try for free.
- Follow the cozy community. Cozy-game showcases and creators are the best early-warning system for the next big thing.
While you wait, there’s plenty to play right now — start with our best cozy games of 2025. 🌱
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