Cozy Critter Games

A Short Hike

A Short Hike

Adventure, Epic, Exploration, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Sony Playstation, Steam

A Short Hike Keyart
Developer Description:

hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of hawk peak provincial park

follow the marked trails or explore the backcountry as you make your way to the summit

along the way, meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and take in the world around you

Cozy Critter Games Notes

What We Loved About It

  • Short experience that invites you to take your time and explore  
  • Variety of characters to interact with, learn from, and complete tasks for
  • Relaxing soundtrack

Platform / Price:

Also available on: Switch    |    Playstation    |    Xbox    |    Epic

Rating Average:

Overwhelmingly Positive

☆☆☆☆☆ (5/5)

Average Ratings

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

No

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Catto’s Post Office

Catto’s Post Office

Adventure, Exploration, Steam

Developer Description:

Deliver mail as Catto, the town’s dedicated Postcat, while meeting unique friends in a vibrant cozy town filled with kitty residents. As you explore the colorful town, encounter adorable residents and brighten up their day by helping them with silly little tasks.

Cozy Critter Games Notes :

Why it’s on our wishlist

  • Designed to be a quick  (~1 hour) experience.
  • Played the pre-release 20 minute demo and spent about an hour just running around the town
  • Dedicated meow button!

Platform / Price:

Rating Average:

Overwhelmingly Positive

☆☆☆☆☆ (4.6/5)

Average Ratings

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

No

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

A Corgi’s Cozy Hike

A Corgi’s Cozy Hike

Adventure, Collection, Currently On Sale, Demo, Exploration, Featured, Platforming, Steam

Developer Description:

Embark on a therapeutic adventure as a Corgi exploring a peaceful island getaway. Hike, Climb, and Soar uncover treasures and cozy spots. Relax and savor the bite-sized, open-world experience

Cozy Critter Games Notes :

Why it’s on our wishlist

  • Played the early demo and loved everything about it. 
  • Exploration and platforming focus, with no damage
  • Corgi Butt Power (stamina system)!
  • Save progress like a true dog – by peeing on things
  • Purchase helps support real shelter dogs

Platform / Price:

Rating Average:

Just Released – TBD

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

Yes

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Fireside Feelings

Fireside Feelings

Social, Steam

Developer Description:

Fireside Feelings is a mental wellness experience that promotes empathy, connection, and positivity among players. So grab a blanket, your favourite hoody, and a nice beverage and come chat around the campfire.

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Platform / Price:

Steam

Rating Average:

☆☆☆☆☆ (4/5)

Average Ratings

Release Status:

Number of players:

Demo Available:

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Ruffy and the Riverside

Ruffy and the Riverside

Adventure, Collection, Demo, Exploration, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Platforming, Puzxle, Sony Playstation, Steam

Developer Description:

In Ruffy and the Riverside, you wield the magic power of SWAP, using it to Copy & Paste textures within the game world. Turn ice into lava or waterfalls into vines as you ride hay bales, explore, fight, and solve puzzles throughout Riverside. Unleash your imagination in this quirky open-world action game that literally lets you change the world!

Platform / Price:

Steam / Epic / Nintendo  / PlayStation / Xbox

Regular price: $19.99 / Lowest Recorded Sale Price: $15.99

Rating Average:

Very Positive

☆☆☆☆☆ (4/5)

Average Ratings

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

Yes (Steam Only)

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Lil Gator Game

Lil Gator Game

Adventure, Collection, Crafting, Currently On Sale, Exploration, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Platforming, Sony Playstation, Steam

Developer Description:

Explore a lovingly crafted island full to the brim with areas to discover, friends to make and joy to be had. Each area of the island brings unique quests and characters to meet. Glide through the mountain tops and drop in on the Theatre Troupe kids, swing your stick sword through the forest with the Prep schoolers or find the ‘Cool Kids’ down in the Creaklands. With plenty more areas to discover, there’s no knowing who you might run into!

Cozy Critter Games Notes :

Why it’s on our wishlist

  • Writing, dialogue, and story all receive rave reviews.
  • Exploration and platforming focus, with no damage
  • Inventive crafting, gadget system
  • Recently announced DLC (expected to be separate purchase) promises to double size of game

Platform / Price:

Steam /$19.99 (ATL $9.99)

Nintendo  / $19.99 (ATL $10.99)

Playstation / $19.99 Sale $11.99 / 9.99 PS+ until 07/03/25

Xbox  / $19.99

Rating Average:

Very Positive

☆☆☆☆☆ (4.75/5)

Average Ratings

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

No

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Haven Park

Haven Park

Adventure, Exploration, Itch, Nintendo Switch, Steam

Developer Description:

Be Flint, who is doing his best to keep his grandma’s park up and running and make it a place for the campers to enjoy. Learn the camper’s wishes and build whatever their hearts desire to attract even more quirky characters and look forward to whimsical conversations and quests.

Cozy Critter Games Notes

A short game with low stakes and quirky characters. For fans of A Short Hike and Animal Crossing Pocket Camp. Look for deep discounts.

Platform / Price:

Steam /$8.99 (ATL $3.59)

Switch / $8.99 (ATL $3.59)

Itch.io  / $8.99

Rating Average:

Overwhelmingly Positive

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

No

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Distant Bloom

Distant Bloom

Adventure, Crafting, Exploration, Nintendo Switch, Sony Playstation, Steam

Developer Description:

Welcome to Distant Bloom, a cozy management and exploration game far away from home!

After a long expedition through space, you and your crew land on an alien planet with the critical mission of establishing a new home for your species. But this place is very different from the vision you saw through your telescope. What happened to the verdant life of this world? And what will happen to you?

Cozy Critter Games Notes

Based on YouTube gameplay videos and Steam reviews

Pros:

  • A unique combination of “restoring nature” games with exploration, crafting and farming.
  • Fantasy, scifi vibes  while retaining the “cozy” feel.
  • Chill gameplay and relaxing background music
  • Alien animals to pet!

 Cons

  •  Some users encountered game breaking glitch near the end of the game, requiring save editing or restart
  • Map / compass / navigation not intuitive 
  • Released March 2024, last update Sept 2024

Platform / Price:

Steam /$19.99 (ATL $9.76)

Switch / $19.99 (ATL $15.99)

PS4, PS5 / $16.99

Rating Average:

Mostly Positive

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

No

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Flibbius McDoogle and the Mysterious Flying Machine

Flibbius McDoogle and the Mysterious Flying Machine

Adventure, Crafting, Demo, Exploration, Steam

Developer Description:

Our intrepid, ingenious crafter and explorer Flibbius has always dreamt of taking to the sky!

Can you use your wits, problem solving and creativity to help him find the Mysterious Flying Machine and finally make Flibbius’ dreams come true?

This is a short puzzle adventure game where you meet characters, craft items and solve puzzles! The game should take between 2 and 3 hours to complete, depending on your playstyle. 

Cozy Critter Games Notes :

Why it’s on our wishlist

  • Solve puzzles, craft items, and interact with characters on a charming island
  • Low pressure puzzle solving with in-game hints if you get stuck
  • Full controller support
  • Responsive development team

Platform / Price:

Steam /$4.99

Rating Average:

Very Positive

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

Steam   |    Itch.io

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images

Garden Trills

Garden Trills

Adventure, Collection, Demo, Exploration, Farming, Featured, Platforming, Steam

Developer Description:

Garden Trills is a cozy puzzle-platforming game following the adventures of a little sparrow through a world of dreamy gardens. Freely reshape the scenery through gardening to reach new destinations! Enjoy up to 10 hours of relaxing exploration, bird quests and flower acrobatics in the whimsical town of Vernubiel.

Cozy Critter Games Notes - Steam demo played June 2025

  • Beautiful settings and design
  • Inventive puzzles with multiple solutions
  • Controls & gameplay are smooth and satisfying
  • Dedicated “tweet” button to call for other birds to help you!
  • Adjustable difficulty level, even in demo.
  • Collect all the adorable hats & backpacks for your little sparrow!

Platform / Price:

Steam /$14.99

Rating Average:

Very Positive

Release Status:

Full Game

Number of players:

Single player only

Demo Available:

Yes

Playable Animal Characters:

Character Creator & Other Images