The most relaxing games to chill out with

From the jovial to the joyful, these disarming titles will help you unwind

Feeling stressed out? The following games are the soul-soothing tonic you need...

ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW HORIZONS

One of the most soothing games you could ever hope to play. With no real story, it's just you and your tools as you go about turning a crummy little island into a real paradise.

Available on: Nintendo Switch

JOURNEY

A peaceful, deeply spiritual *drum roll* journey that proves a disarming delight to take on. This worldless indie conveys more emotion than a dozen overly scripted AAA titles.

Available on: PS4, PS3, and PC

DREAMS

A community-driven game creator with a wonderfully fuzzy, aptly dreamlike quality. Thanks to its user-friendly interface, creating games in Dreams is a hassle-free good time.

Available on: PS4

STARDEW VALLEY

A one-man passion project that oozes charm and comfort. This lazy farming sim is all about chilling with friendly townsfolk as you do the odd bit of (exceedingly laid-back) work.

Available on: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android

ABZU

Available on: PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch A peaceful diving sim that really will make you want to live under the sea... minus the annoying Jamacian crab. This bite-sized watery wonder can soothe the most rattled nerves.

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