meditation apps, puzzle games, or calming strategy games.
meditation apps, puzzle games, or calming strategy games.
Absolutely ABZU, though it packs a punch. Subnautica generally feels relaxed most of the time. I really liked Vanishing of Ethan Carter—it's a shorter experience (about 2-3 hours) and from what I've noticed, What Remains of Edith Finch shares a similar atmosphere. I haven't started Outer Wilds yet, but it sounds intriguing. If you're into indie games, there are many hidden gems worth exploring, like Spiritfarer, Solar Ash, Road 96, Existensis, Dordogne, Sable, Gris, Undertale, Papers, please, and Disco Elysium.
Older RPGs often featured sprite graphics. Examples include FF I-VI, Chrono Trigger, Super Mario RPG, Earthbound, and Golden Sun/TLA. For a more laid-back vibe, games like Fallout or Animal Crossing could work too. P.S. Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing are also great options.