There are plenty of Nintendo Switch games that can get your heart racing and adrenaline pumping. But what if you’re looking to relax and unwind instead?
Fortunately, the Nintendo Switch’s huge library has you covered, with plenty of options to help you chill out and de-stress. You’ll find role-playing games, platformers, adventure games, and more, all with different design aesthetics that’ll evoke a sense of calm.
Get ready to relax!
Whether you prefer the pixelated art style of Stardew Valley or the hand-painted beauty of Ori and the Blind Forest, there’s something here for everyone. So sit back, relax, and check out some of these options below.
Stardew Valley
In Stardew Valley, you take on the role of a farmer who has inherited their grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. You must restore the farm to its former glory by growing crops, raising animals, and interacting with the villagers in the town.
The game features an extensive questline, with different objectives to complete in order to progress the story.
Bear and Breakfast
In Bear and Breakfast, you play as a bear who is trying to run a successful bed and breakfast business. You must cook meals for your guests, clean up the house, and keep them happy during their stay.
The game features different levels set in different locations, such as a forest, Mountains, and even outer space!
Carto
In Carto, you play as a young girl who is trying to find her way home. She gets lost in a strange world and must use her map-making abilities to find her way back. Expect an innovative gameplay mechanic where you must rearrange the pieces of the map in order to progress.
VA-11 HALL-A
In VA-11 HALL-A, you play as a bartender who serves drinks to various interesting characters. You must listen to their stories and make them the perfect drink to match their mood.
The game features a retro pixel art style and a great soundtrack.
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town
In Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town, you play as a farmer who has been tasked with taking care of the farm while the owner is away. Grow crops, take care of animals, and interact with the villagers in town.
You’ll find a wide variety of activities to keep you busy, and you can even get married and have children!
ABZÛ
In ABZÛ, you play as a diver who is exploring the depths of the ocean. Discover new species of fish, and uncover the mysteries of the underwater world. For the most beautiful game art style and relaxing gameplay out there, check this one out.
Night In The Woods
In Night In The Woods, you play as a young woman who has returned to her hometown after dropping out of college. Explore the town, meet new people, and uncover the mysteries that are happening in the town.
The story is excellent and features wonderful characters.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
In Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, you play as Captain Toad who is on a mission to find treasure. Solve puzzles and avoid enemies in order to reach the treasure. The game features many different levels set in different locations, such as a desert, a forest, and even inside of Bowser’s castle!
The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, throws you into the world of Link, who wakes up from a 100-year sleep to find that the world has changed. He must explore the open world, defeat enemies, and solve puzzles in order to save the princess.
Expect an expansive world to explore, and unique gameplay mechanics such as the ability to climb any surface.
Untitled Goose Game
Inside the Untitled Goose Game, you play as a goose who is trying to cause chaos in a small village. Honk your way through the levels, and complete objectives such as stealing a sandwich from a child or terrorizing the villagers. This game will cause some laughs with its silly antics.
Firewatch
In Firewatch you’ll assume the role of Henry, a fire lookout who is assigned to watch over Shoshone National Forest. After discovering strange happenings in the area, Henry begins to investigate, leading him to uncover a conspiracy that threatens the lives of everyone in the forest.
Pokémon Let’s Go
Pokémon Let’s Go is a 2018 role-playing video game developed by Game Freak and published by The Pokémon Company. It is a remake of the 1998 game Pokémon Yellow, and is part of the seventh generation of the Pokémon video game series.
The game was released for the Nintendo Switch on November 16, 2018.
Gris
Control Gris, a young girl who has lost her colors. She must journey through a strange world in order to find them again.
The game is heavily focused on exploration, with little in the way of combat or puzzles. Instead, the player must rely on Gris’ abilities to platform and navigate her way through the world.
Go out there and get playing
In short the Nintendo Switch has something for everyone, no matter what age you are, what genre of games you like, or how you want to play.
So if you are not playing anything to relax you, what is keeping you from doing so? Go out there and join the 110+ million of Nintendo Switch owners, as you are sure to find someone with similar interests.
