Best relaxing games for Android
Sometimes you just want to chill out with a gaming session, and cosy, relaxing games on Android can certainly help
Updated on November 10th, 2025 - removed old games
After a long day, some people just want to unwind with something that will take their brains somewhere else. Something that’s not so intense has no way for you to really die, and you can just zone out to it. Relaxing games for Android come in so many genres, graphic styles and lengths. One person’s relaxing puzzle game might be another person’s most frustrating experience, but this list of the top 25 relaxing games for Android has something for everyone.
- In case you want something from the other end of the spectrum, try this list of the best roguelikes for Android!
From Prune to Ruya and Stardew Valley, read on to find out about the best relaxing games you can play on your Android device.
1
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a lovely farming simulator where you can just go through the seasons, farming, fishing and interacting with the town. There are seasonal events for you to play at, you can give gifts and get married, and even find out some hidden features and interactions within it.
And if a more action-packed approach is what you're seeking, some monsters can be found inside the mines, but that's not part of our Android relaxing games theme here. There's no better fitting title than this one to kick off our list. Just read our Stardew Valley review - it's going to tell you everything that you need to hear (or in this case, read).
2
Monument Valley 2
Monument Valley 2 is a puzzler that follows a mother and her child, exploring amazing structures and buildings, bending reality as they walk up walls and move structures. There is a bit of a challenge to Monument Valley 2, but the beautiful music and graphics will keep you relaxed as you attempt to solve it.
Also, our Monument Valley 2 review gives it a full 5 stars - it's just THAT good. Part 3 is now out as well, and of course, you can always start with Part 1 if you're looking to experience it all from the very beginning.
3
DESERTOPIA
If you are looking for short bursts of relaxation, Desertopia is an idler where you are looking to turn a small, run-down island into something far nicer. Each day, you can log in for a few moments to clean up trash and make decisions for the island, changing how the world grows and adapts to your decisions.
The graphics are another adorable element to Desertopia, adding to the layers of relaxation you get from playing it. It's one of the most relaxing games for Android ever created - definitely a winner in our book.
4
KAMI 2
Kami 2 works a lot like paper folding, covering the screen with colours by folding paper again and again. It is really satisfying watching the paper unfold and consume more of the same colour, slowly taking away the design and creating an entire screen of the last colour that you have become.
It's an interesting title that looks good, plays exceptionally well, and will feel amazing after a day of work. Just read our KAMI 2 review!
5
Grand Mountain Adventure
Grand Mountain Adventure is another relaxing experience. It's a sports skiing and snowboarding simulator with a large number of ski resorts and plenty of difficult tracks. You can explore the beautiful snowy world and compete with each other by completing many tasks - and players can even throw snowballs at each other and push them off the track!
6
GRIS
Gris is something you'll likely remember for years after playing it. I dare to say that it has one of the most beautiful art styles and graphics in general of all the mobile games I've ever played.
You'll be taking on the role of a girl whose turmoil in real life led her to flee to an imaginary world free of death and suffering. That's one of the factors that makes it so relaxing; there are no real consequences, just exploring the wonderful world of a girl's imagination. Her dress colour changes, hinting at her mood swings, probably, which will give you new abilities. Those will unlock new areas to explore. A truly wonderful experience worth playing.
7
Hidden Through Time
An adorable hidden object game, Hidden Through Time shows you a scene with a few different pictures that you need to find at the bottom. You can click these pictures for a hint, as well as interact with the world to open up new areas and see more of what is going on.
There are subtle animations, bringing it to life as you explore a bunch of microworlds. While we don't have a dedicated review, our App Army friends have left us their honest opinions about Hidden Through Time - make sure to check it out!
8
Sky: Children of the Light
People from 'thatgamecompany' (that's the name of the company, seriously) have a remarkable approach to gaming, very artistic and unafraid to dive into realms where no one else dares set foot because it might not sell well. If you're unfamiliar with their work, they've also created Journey. But enough about them.
Sky: Children of the Light is once again breaking the shackles of ever-repeating methods of creating games. Similar to Journey, there's a silent narrative, and you'll figure out the story through written and regular animations. In short, you carry the light of stars, and are given a quest by the stars to return their children. You'll enjoy the wonderfully animated worlds and eerie music following you around. But the real fun begins when you ally with someone else, as the whole world can be explored online, as this is an MMO after all.
9
I Love Hue Too
Another puzzle game with colour, I Love Hue Too shows you a trippy puzzle full of colourful shapes and tasks you with moving around these shapes so that the hues are completed. The pieces of each puzzle do stay within their own shape, but they can rotate (by placing them in a new spot), which brings on a bit of challenge.
The puzzles do look lovely, scrambled or not! And while I Love Hue Too is not your typical relaxing puzzler (but rather, an oddly satisfying one that you might not want to clear out right away), it's definitely a top contender for one of the most relaxing games for Android these days.
10
LUNA The Shadow Dust
LUNA The Shadow Dust is a charming point-and-click adventure that has a captivating story, beautiful graphics, and a fantastic soundtrack, making for a very polished experience. It has you manipulating light and shadows to get around levels, using this sort of magic to solve puzzles and go to the next area. You do have a fluffy, adorable little pet to help you out or just keep you company.
It can be challenging at points, but the story itself and the way that you explore does feel relaxing. If you want to dive into something that might have more challenges, but at the same time delivers a fantastic story, this is the pick for you.
11
Viridi
If you find growing plants relaxing, but don’t really have time to actually grow plants (or don’t want to deal with them dying), Viridi might be worth checking out. You essentially get a world where you can plant bulbs, water them and watch them grow. You can even purchase little animals and small bits of scenery to add to your own world.
Viridi is pretty good, but if you don't have a virtual green thumb, you might want to look for something else that's more... up your alley. Or simply read our Viridi review if you want to learn more about it.
12
Alto's Adventure
A lot of people find Alto’s Adventure relaxing, and it's easy to see where they're coming from. It’s got a lovely-looking world where you snowboard, using touch controls to jump and flip in the air as you go. Alto's Adventure is simple, and making a good distance can be achieved after playing a few rounds, as long as you avoid anything in your path that might knock you off.
It's a straightforward title that has you running...straight forward (I guess?), and if you want to know whether or not it's for you, make sure you read our Alto's Adventure review.
13
Tsuki Adventure
After inheriting a carrot farm in a small village, Tsuki has moved away to the countryside to enjoy a simpler life. Tsuki Adventure is a story-based, well, adventure, with cute animals where you can fish, read books, eat ramen, farm, and much more in a slow-paced, adorable world well worth checking out.
It's one of the most relaxing games for Android of all time, hands down. And if you haven't heard of it yet, you'd better check it out ASAP, because it's one of those titles that will stay with you for a very long time. Tried and tested.
14
Ruya
Ruya is a meaningful experience where you connect small characters, following the pattern displayed, while learning more about the person you are playing as. It’s meant to be relaxing and does fit the bill, as not only are the graphics calming, but also the music that goes along with it.
Discovering little bits of the story really adds so much to Ruya. Just take a look at our Ruya review - you'll understand exactly what we're talking about.
15
Zen Koi 2
Zen Koi 2 is a very relaxing, casual title where you just move your beautiful koi fish around, eating smaller fish so that it can grow up and be larger. Essentially, it's the sequel to Zen Koi, which is an equally relaxing game for Android.
And if you know from the former, once your fish is big enough, you can breed your koi with another koi fish in the pond to make a new koi to swim around and enjoy. The music is also super relaxing, with little wave noises to complement it. Make sure to check it out!
16
Little Inferno
There is something relaxing about throwing objects into the fire and watching them burn. Little Inferno is a puzzler where you are able to purchase and then burn various items inside your fireplace, keeping yourself warm and cosy. The story itself has some concerning aspects, but as long as you stick to burning, you should have a good time.
To tell you the truth, if you've had a rough day at work or school, coming back to Little Inferno is quite... something. Read our Little Inferno review to get a better idea of how it works and...
... let.it.burnnn!
17
Prune
Prune is another plant grower - this time adding a bit of puzzling into the mix. You basically just need to cut branches and cultivate trees - each cut of the branch allows the tree to grow further, getting closer to the light and blooming new flowers. It’s a great little gem with quite a few levels for you to prune your way through.
You can't often say that a mobile game could be considered art, unless we're talking about Prune, of course. This stunning masterpiece is an absolute ode to perfection, and if you haven't checked it out yet, it's well worth a look. Oh, and make sure to read our Prune review first!
18
Hamster Inn
If you want an experience where you get to see adorable little creatures who just need a place to stay, Hamster Inn is a relaxing, cute, fun idle game that I am sure you'll enjoy. You'll be checking guests in and out of various rooms, purchasing upgrades and decorations for your inn, and just relaxing within the world you've created. It doesn't feel grindy and everything can be done at your own pace, with a real focus on cuteness. It's just something that will take your mind off the world and bring it to a cute place of hamsters.
19
Dear My Cat
Dear My Cat probably has the highest average rating of all Android relaxing games that we have encountered so far. You'll create your own island and populate it with cats, and the developer has added dogs, whales, and raccoons too so you can unlock them later on.
You can play this one at your own pace; there is no stress involved whatsoever, and if you ever get tired of the regular clicking and puzzle-solving, you can just sit back and watch your cats enjoy their daily activities in their small piece of cat heaven that you have created.
20
G30 - A Memory Maze
G30 is a very unique type of puzzler, where you are trying to put together both an image and a bit of text, creating a story as you go along. The different pieces of the puzzle are neon in colour, as are some of the words in the text, all displayed on a black background.
The story is something else too. It's one worth following, and it will captivate you without much effort. While it might not sound like much, G30 is a highly underrated title that also makes for a top relaxing pick.
21
Blue
Blue, part of the series of colour-named games from Bart Bonte, is a puzzler with no tutorial or instructions - instead, there's a bunch of interesting puzzles all around turning the screen blue and keeping it that way. Most of these puzzles can be figured out quite easily, though Blue does get challenging (and there is a hint system!).
Oh, and if blue is not your colour, there's also Pink, Green, Yellow and Black you can check out! They're all equally great.
22
Shadowmatic
Shadowmatic sees you rotating different abstract objects that have a light shining on them, casting a shadow onto the wall. You’ll need to create an image to move on to the next level. The branching levels mean that just in case things get too challenging, you can go onto a new path of levels so that you won't get too frustrated with this puzzler.
We've really taken a liking to Shadowmatic, and if you want to find out why, make sure to read our Shadowmatic review. It's an all-time top pick when you want a truly relaxing game for Android.
23
Antistress - relaxation toys
Antistress is a fun title where you will find objects that you can click and drag to create various patterns. These patterns will give you a soothing feeling as you continue to play. You will get the satisfying feeling of squeezing toothpaste out of a tube or using an object to create beautiful patterns on sand.
There are fifty toys, each with its own level of interaction. Antistress is updated regularly with new features and mini-games. In addition, the graphics are exceptionally colourful and create a perfectly relaxing atmosphere together with soothing sounds.
24
KleptoCats
KleptoCats is all about cats that steal stuff, bringing them back to you. You can decorate rooms and play with the little cats that you have stealing for you, as well as feed them and collect more thieving kitties - it’s just a very adorable title to dip in and out of between long and stressful days.
There is so much more than meets the eye here, providing that purrfect atmosphere you need. It's the ideal pick to wrap up our list of best relaxing games for Android.
