Nintendo Summer Sale! Top Cozy Game Deals!

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Nintendo has a Summer Sale?! Starting on June 26th, the same day as Steam's summer sale, Nintendo has decided to join the fun! I scoured the US eshop and found 16 of the best deals. Now's your chance to dive into some of the best cozy games on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2!

Cult of the lamb - $12.49 (50% off)

Some people argue that Cult of the Lamb isn't cozy but here's why it absolutely is! You play as an adorable little lamb. Collect a variety of strangely cute animal followers and build a cozy cult community. Worried about the combat in the game? Put the game on easy and focus on making your followers happy. If that isn't cozy enough, you can even fish! Cult of the lamb is currently 50% off!

It Takes Two - $19.99 (50% off)

Grab a friend for this game of the year co-op game! It takes two follows a quarreling couple who get turned into dolls. Adorable and insane, the two must work together to find their way back to normal and possibly back to one another. Enjoy the heartfelt message at the center of this game. It Takes Two requires two players and there is a friend's pass available for free.

Hello Kitty Island Adventure - $31.99 (20% off)

In case you missed the beginning of this year, Hello Kitty Island Adventure blew up in the cozy gaming community. Now it's 20% off and with updates on the horizon, it's a great time to purchase! Become a Sanrio character and restore an old island resort alongside your favorite characters. Make friends, bake delicious treats, and even invite new characters to live on your island! There's so much to do! Between daily tasks, seasonal events, and story mode, you'll never be bored.

Super Mario Odyssey - $39.99 (33% off)

Nintendo first party games on sale is a feat unto itself but over 30% off?! Super Mario Odyssey was an introduction to Mario games for a lot of cozy gamers. You play as Mario with his new friend Cappy in a 3D adventure game. Mario must once again save Princess Peach from Bowser. Cappy adds all new powers to Mario like the capture power that allows Mario to capture enemies! Super Mario Odyssey is a family friendly game and can be played with two players.

Animal Crossing New Horizons - $41.99 (30% off)

Another Nintendo first party game on a great sale is Animal Crossing New Horizons. If you managed to hold out this long, it's time to buy the game. 30% off is a great discount for this future cult classic. This installment of Animal Crossing released during the global pandemic and is still going strong 5 years later. Many people have even restarted their islands on the Nintendo Switch 2! Build your perfect community on a deserted island but don't forget to pay off your debts!

My Sims Cozy Bundle - $24.79 (38% off)

My Sims is a very nostalgic title for some gamers. It was a cozy game long before cozy gaming became popular. The My Sims Cozy Bundle includes two games (My Sims and My Sims Kingdom) which is a steal for under $25. In My Sims, you create your sim and set off to rebuild a town. You'll meet a cast of quirky characters who all have different requests to move in. Build a variety of buildings to satisfy the new residents. My Sims is mostly a sandbox type game while My Sims Kingdom follows a set story. In My Sims Kingdom, you become a Wandolier which is basically a magician. Use your new Wandolier powers to assist the people of the kingdom and the King himself. Both games are adorable and who doesn't love a two for one deal?!

The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles - $15.99 (60% off)

Speaking of two for one deals, The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles features two prequel stories to the Ace Attorney series. In The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles, you play as an ancestor of Phoenix Wright, Ryunosuke Naruhodo. Go back in time to the late 19th century and face off against a legendary prosecutor. Just like with any Ace Attorney game, you will meet a colorful cast of characters and fight in court for your client. Two amazing games for $15.99 is a no brainer.

Gris - $3.39 (80% off)

Gris is an atmospheric cozy platforming experience. The watercolor art style and music are unmatched. The story follows a girl who is suffering through a difficult moment in her life. As she attempts to move forward, her dress assists her by granting her powers. Gris is a heartfelt game that must be fully experienced. Just in case you really can't spare the $3.39 now, it is often on sale

Neva - $13.99 (30% off)

From the creators of Gris, comes Neva. The gorgeous watercolor art is back with a new story. Neva follows Alba and the wolf cub she is bound to as they adventure through a dying world. Unlike Gris, Neva's gameplay is a bit more challenging but there are difficulty options so everyone can enjoy.

The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood - $8.99 (50% off)

First off, this is a cozy game for adults. This visual novel is rated M but it has a lot of cozy elements in it. You play as a witch who's been exiled for the past 200 years. Craft your own personal tarot deck to determine the fate of the game. With customizable tarot cards and multiple endings, this game has great replayability.

Unpacking - $9.99 (50% off)

Unpacking is the cozy gaming staple! If you haven't played it, now is the time. In Unpacking, you unpack the life of the main character throughout different points of their life. This game tells an incredible story without a single word. The items you unpack (and leave behind) and the environments tell you everything you need to know. Unpacking is a very zen experience and I found myself tearing up by the end.

A Short Hike - $4.39 (45% off)

Another cozy gaming staple is A Short Hike. Play as a little bird trying to make it to the mountain summit for cell reception. It sounds so silly but it's a heartfelt story. Meet and assist characters on your hike to the top. Enjoy the peaceful music along the way. The real adventure is in the journey, not the destination.

Lemon Cake - $14.99 (50% off)

Restore an abandoned bakery in Lemon Cake! Grow your own ingredients for a farm to table bakery experience. Make sure you serve your customers quickly or you might lose business. Lemon Cake is a cute and casual game you can pick up anytime.

Spiritfarer - $4.49 (85% off)

One of the most heartbreaking cozy gaming staples, Spiritfarer is an emotional experience. Play as Stella as she helps spirits with their final wishes before they move on to the afterlife. Improve your ship to traverse the seas, build homes for your spirit friends, and even grow crops aboard your vessel. The visuals and music in Spirtfarer make the game so immersive. Connecting with the spirits before saying goodbye is heartbreakingly beautiful. This is the cheapest Spiritfarer has ever been on the Nintendo eshop!

Moonstone Island - $12.99 (35% off until 7/1)

While not technically part of the Nintendo Summer Sale, Moonstone Island is on sale until July 1st. Play as an alchemist completing your training in this adorable creature collecting life sim. This game has a little bit of everything from farming to fishing to romance and creature collecting! Originally touted as Stardew Valley meets Pokemon, it has become so much more. Moonstone Island has made a name for itself and will be (if it isn't already) a cozy gaming staple. This is the cheapest Moonstone Island has been since it's release on the eshop last year.

Wylde Flowers - $18.74 (25% off)

A Cozy Gaming Club favorite! Wylde Flowers is a witchy narrative adventure game. You play as Tara who has just moved in with her grandmother after a series of unfortunate events. Tara thought she was just going to help her grandma run her farm but discovers so much more. If a witch farming narrative game isn't enough for you, there is even romance! Wylde Flowers is also fully voice acted, for a more immersive experience. Make sure you play now as the prequel, Wylde Society, is set to release next year.

I hope this list helped you discover a game (or multiple) to play! The Nintendo eshop Summer Sale ends on July 9th! Don't miss out on these incredible deals.