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PeaPodGirl Game Awards 🏆 My Favourite Games Played in 2025
A personal round-up of the best games I played this year, from cozy indies and emotional stories to roguelikes, puzzles, and retro classics. These are the games that surprised me, comforted me, challenged me, and made me genuinely glad I played them.
Review: Hades II – A Mythological Roguelike That’s High Energy, Stylish, and Endlessly Addictive
Hades II may not be a traditional cozy game, but its addictive roguelike loop, rich Greek mythology, and charming characters make it surprisingly comforting. With expanded run routes, deep progression, and stunning visuals on Nintendo Switch 2, this standout 2025 release builds beautifully on everything loved about the original.
Review: Cozy Grove – A Gentle, Real Time Cozy Game Full of Heart and Daily Comfort
Cozy Grove is a gentle, real time cozy game where you check in daily to help ghostly bears, restore colour to the island, and enjoy calm, comforting tasks. With heartfelt stories, deep customisation, and slow progression, it’s a must-play for cozy gamers.
Review: Ball x Pit – A Surprisingly Meditative Roguelike Full of Colour and Variety
Ball x Pit is a colourful, addictive roguelike packed with character variety, ball evolutions, and satisfying town progression. With dozens of balls to unlock and endless build combinations, it’s surprisingly meditative and hard to put down.
Cozy Games for Overwhelm and When Everything Feels Too Much
A gentle list of cozy games for overwhelm, featuring peaceful, low-pressure games that offer calm, comfort, and space when everything feels like too much.
Review: Winter Burrow – A Cozy Woodland Survival Full of Crafting and Braving the Winter Cold
✨ December 2025 Game of the Month! ✨ Winter Burrow is a cozy woodland survival game where you explore snowy forests, craft tools and sweaters, bake pies, and slowly restore your childhood burrow.
Cozy Games That Help When I Don’t Feel Good Enough
Feeling unsure of yourself or struggling with confidence? Discover cozy games like Unpacking, A Short Hike, Wanderstop, and GRIS that offer gentle support, reflection, and soft, comforting gameplay for days when you need a confidence boost.
Cozy Games for Burnout: Low-Energy Games That Help Me Rest, Not Perform
Burnout hit hard, but cozy games like Wanderstop helped me find calm and rest. If you need a gentle way to reset, these low-pressure games might be just what you need.
Review: Cult of the Lamb – Where Cute Animals Meets a Dark, Hilarious Cult
✨ October 2025 Game of the Month! ✨ Lead a cute lamb’s cult and enjoy dark humour, roguelike dungeons, and quirky cult-building in this hilarious indie hit.
Review: Dave the Diver – A Deep Sea Adventure Full of Charm and Surprise
Dave the Diver mixes deep-sea exploration with sushi shop chaos in a cozy, addictive loop. Discover why this quirky indie is a must-play in 2025!
Review: Barbie Project Friendship - A Sweet, Relaxing Adventure for Young Gamers
Barbie Project Friendship is a sweet, easy-going game that invites young players to restore and redecorate different locations with Barbie and her friends.
Cozy Games Revealed in the September 2025 Nintendo Direct
From life sims to relaxing RPGs and wholesome farming adventures, the September 2025 Nintendo Direct featured a heartwarming lineup of cozy games perfect for winding down. Here's a closer look at the most charming titles announced.