15 winter-themed indie games perfect for cozy winter nights

15. Coffee Talk

Coffee Talk feels like a hug during a cold winter evening, with its pixel art aesthetic making it an ideal companion for chilly nights. As the barista, you'll meet a colorful cast of characters with unique stories, while crafting the perfect coffee drinks to shape their narratives. | © Toge Productions

14. A Short Hike

Relaxing gameplay and warm visuals make A Short Hike the perfect choice for cozy winter nights. The open-world design encourages players to shape their paths, discover hidden treasures, and interact with a variety of characters. | © Adamgryu

13. Road Not Taken

Road Not Taken takes players deep into the frozen world, offering players setting, engaging gameplay, and exploration of thought-provoking themes. As a roguelike puzzle game, each session of this game offers new surprises, keeping the experience fresh and engaging. | © Spry Fox LLC

12. Spirit of the North

Spirit of the North is a unique indie game that allows players to explore the snow-covered landscapes of Iceland with Spirit of the North. As a third-person adventure focused on exploration and puzzles, the game offers a relaxing, combat-free gaming experience that encourages you to take your time and relax in the surroundings. | © Infuse Studio

11. Project Winter

Project Winter is an excellent game for cozy winter nights thanks to the engaging cooperative gameplay. The game is set in a snow-covered wilderness, providing a chilly atmosphere that complements the real-world winter season. | © Boltrend Games

10. Never Alone

Never Alone allows players to venture through the landscapes of Alaska, combining impressive visuals and audio settings to ensure cozy winter gameplay. The game not only explores survival and friendship but also connects players to the culture through the traditions and stories of Iñupiaq elders. | © E-Line Media

9. Arctictopia

Arctictopia features hand-drawn, picture book-styled graphics that create a warm atmosphere for cozy winter gaming. Players can take their time planning moves to help a mama polar bear reunite with her cub on the melting ice, making it ideal for relaxing. | © GRAVITY GAME ARISE

8. Röki

Röki is a nearly perfect indie game that is deeply rooted in Scandinavian folklore. As you guide Tove on her quest to save her brother, you'll explore a world filled with challenging puzzles that are complex and rewarding, ensuring you remain engaged from start to finish. | © Polygon Treehouse

7. Terraria

During the winter season, Terraria players can enjoy various festive events and gameplay changes: enemies drop holiday presents with unique items, hearts, and mana stars are replaced by candy canes and sugar plums. This, combined with endless possibilities for exploration and crafting, creates some of the best experiences for cozy winter game nights. | © Re-Logic

6. Stardew Valley

Winter in Stardew Valley brings some of the best festival events like the Festival of Ice and the Feast of the Winter Star that offer special items and experiences that enhance the cozy atmosphere. As the snowy landscape blankets Pelican Town, interactions with the residents, animal care, and farm decorating take on the unique atmosphere. | © ConcernedApe

5. A Good Snowman Is Hard to Build

A Good Snowman Is Hard to Build features adorable graphics and an enchanting original soundtrack that creates a warm environment for the winter season. As a monster constructing snowmen, you will complete challenging and rewarding puzzles, captivating you throughout your gaming experience. | © Alan Hazelden

4. Coffee Talk 2

Set in a late-night coffee shop in Seattle, Coffee Talk 2 allows you to become a barista and interact with a diverse cast of unique characters with interesting stories and backgrounds. While listening to the stories, you can also experiment with various ingredients to create the perfect coffee. | © Toge Productions

3. The Red Lantern

The Red Lantern presents a compelling story of survival and self-discovery as you embark on the journey with your team of sled dogs to find your way home. While the game is focused on survival experience, there is Zen Mode where you can sit back and let the dogs run, enjoying the beauty of Alaskan winter. | © Timberline Studio

2. The Long Dark

Playing The Long Dark during winter nights is a cozy experience where you can explore the vast, frigid Canadian wilderness. Combining exploration with intense survival mechanics, this game demands thoughtful resource management and strategic planning, offering a satisfying challenge that captivates with its visual and audio excellence. | © Hinterland Studio

1. Frostpunk 2

Frostpunk 2 is a great survival experience with detailed visuals of creaking ice and a frosty world that creates cozy gaming sessions. As the leader of New London, you will be responsible for strategic city-building and survival, as well as face moral dilemmas and make tough decisions that shape the destiny of your people. | © 11 bit studios