I am a Winter baby with a birthday close to Christmas. One might think this would make me immune to the serotonin-sapping effects of the greyest season. However, that's not the case. With only a limited number of Vitamin D supplements and festive Gin and Tonics to consume, I decided to ask: what are your favorite comfort games for the bleaker months? The places you can always rely on for an escape when the weather is frightful and the Cosy Fireplace Ambience 4K keeps getting interrupted by adverts.

Discover the Winter Gaming Escapes

Gaming Memories in Winter

In recent years, some of my favorite winter gaming memories involve stocking up on Shin Ramyun and popping heads in Cyberpunk 2077 for a glorious fortnight. I also spent weeks in an unwashed Oodie exploring Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth. A place where your brain can goons with bicycles is always a happy one. These are the memories that make winter gaming truly special.

The Power of Defined Tasks

Games like Stardew Valley have meant a lot to many people, offering a clearly-defined set of manageable but rewarding tasks. It provides structure and accomplishment when real-life feels too overwhelming. This aspect of games is often underrated when we talk about games and mental health.

Wintery PlayStation JRPGs

For me, 90's PlayStation JRPGs like Suikoden, Final Fantasy 7, Wild Arms, and Grandia are the games that feel wintery and warm. They are the ones I can always return to for a joyous escape. These games have a special charm that lasts through the winter months.So, how about you? Do you have your own winter gaming traditions or favorite games? Share them with us and let's make the winter months more enjoyable together.