50 Great Games to Play This Summer (For Every Mood)
Summer is the perfect time to dive into a new game. Whether you’re looking for something cosy to enjoy with an iced drink, an epic adventure to lose yourself in during a rainy weekend, or a multiplayer game to enjoy with friends, there’s something for everyone.
To help you find your next obsession, I’ve put together 50 great games to play this summer. From relaxing farming sims to thrilling mysteries and party games that will have everyone laughing, this list has a little bit of everything.
Cosy Summer Games
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1. Stardew Valley
Build your farm, make friends, and enjoy one of the most beloved cosy games ever made.
2. Coral Island
A tropical farming adventure with beautiful visuals and plenty to discover.
3. Tiny Glade
Create dreamy castles, cottages, and ruins with no pressure or objectives.
4. Dinkum
An Australian-inspired life sim packed with exploration and charm.
5. Sun Haven
Think Stardew Valley with dragons, magic, and fantasy races.
6. Roots of Pacha
A cosy farming game set during the Stone Age.
7. Disney Dreamlight Valley
Perfect for Disney fans who enjoy decorating and questing.
8. Wylde Flowers
Farming by day, witchcraft by night.
9. Palia
A free-to-play cosy MMO focused on crafting, decorating, and friendship.
10. Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Still one of the best ways to unwind.
Adventure Games for Summer Escapes
11. A Short Hike
A charming little adventure that feels like a summer holiday.
12. Tchia
Explore a tropical island inspired by New Caledonia.
13. Alba: A Wildlife Adventure
A wholesome adventure focused on wildlife conservation.
14. Spiritfarer
Beautiful, emotional, and surprisingly relaxing.
15. Firewatch
A mystery-filled summer in the wilderness.
16. Lake
Deliver post in a small lakeside town and reconnect with old friends.
17. Eastshade
Paint landscapes and meet quirky characters.
18. Journey
A beautiful experience that everyone should try at least once.
19. Sable
A coming-of-age journey across a vast desert world.
20. Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles
A colourful world free from combat and stress.
Games to Play with Friends
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21. Phasmophobia
Perfect if you enjoy scares and laughter.
22. Overcooked! 2
Friendships may be tested.
23. Pummel Party
Like a very chaotic board game night.
24. Fall Guys
Easy to pick up and always entertaining.
25. Among Us
A classic choice for groups.
26. PlateUp!
Cook, serve, and panic together.
27. Golf With Your Friends
Ridiculous mini-golf fun.
28. Lethal Company
One of the funniest multiplayer experiences around.
29. Jackbox Party Pack
Ideal for gatherings and family get-togethers.
30. Minecraft
Build, explore, and survive together.
Great Games for Short Play Sessions
31. Balatro
You’ll tell yourself one more run and suddenly it’s midnight.
32. Vampire Survivors
Simple, addictive, and perfect for quick sessions.
33. Dorfromantik
Relaxing tile placement at its finest.
34. Slay the Spire
One of the best strategy games ever made.
35. Brotato
Fast-paced and surprisingly challenging.
36. Peglin
Peggle meets roguelikes.
37. Luck Be a Landlord
A wonderfully weird slot-machine strategy game.
38. Mini Motorways
Easy to learn, difficult to master.
39. Islanders
Minimalist city building at its best.
40. Suika Game
A deceptively addictive fruit-merging game.
Games That Feel Like a Holiday
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41. Dave the Diver
Dive for fish by day and run a sushi restaurant by night.
42. The Sims 4
Send your Sims on the summer holiday you’re still saving up for.
43. Go-Go Town!
A colourful and cheerful town-management adventure.
44. Loddlenaut
Clean up oceans and befriend adorable creatures.
45. Dredge
A fishing trip with a creepy twist.
46. Raft
Survive on the open sea while expanding your floating home.
47. Sea of Thieves
Live your pirate dreams.
48. Subnautica
Explore a stunning underwater world.
49. A Little to the Left
A relaxing puzzle game that’s oddly satisfying.
50. Tiny Bookshop
Run a travelling bookshop and enjoy cosy summer vibes.
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re hiding indoors during a heatwave, relaxing in the garden with a Steam Deck, or looking for something new to play with friends, there are plenty of fantastic games to enjoy this summer. Personally, I’d be torn between Tiny Bookshop, Dave the Diver, Phasmophobia, and Tiny Glade right now. However, that’s the beauty of gaming: there’s always another world waiting to be explored.
What’s your top pick of a game for this summer?
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