Cozy Gaming Accessories
Courtesy of Plufl
Plufl Human Dog Bed for $275: The Venn diagram of cozy gamers and those who enjoy nesting is probably closer to a circle than you’d think. The Plufl Human Dog Bed is supremely comfortable thanks to its memory foam sides and base, and its plush machine-washable cover. I find it the perfect place to curl up to game for hours at a time, and there’s room for snacks and plushies too. I wish the footprint were smaller, but I’m still willing to sacrifice space for it, which should be a testament to how comfortable it is.
MoonPod for $299: If you want a comfy spot to game, but the Plufl isn’t up your alley, the MoonPod is worth checking out. This foam-filled chair makes you feel weightless. You can basically always find a way to get comfortable on it. I’m short, so I can use it like a bed, but my much taller friends have successfully napped on it as well.
Big Blanket Co. Oversize Blanket for $249: This 10- by 10-foot blanket has a truly gargantuan footprint, and it’s big enough to wrap around yourself multiple times. It’s the epitome of cozy. If you want something even cozier, check out our Heated Blanket Buying Guide.
Backbone One or Backbone Pro Mobile Gaming Controller (Cozy Edition) for $99–$170: The Backbone One is our favorite mobile gaming controller, and the Backbone Pro is a worthy upgrade (both are meant for USB-C phones). The controllers are available in special pink or purple cozy editions, though the only difference between the Cozy and the standard editions is the aesthetics. Both controllers perform well and turn your phone into something that feels more like a miniature gaming console. I’ve successfully played Stardew Valley for 20 hours at a time using mine. There’s pass-through charging, a full library of compatible games and features thanks to the Backbone app, and really comfortable buttons and triggers that won’t fatigue your hands.
How Does WIRED Test Cozy Games?
I play as many cozy games as I can in my limited free time! I’ve been a cozy game enjoyer since the age of Neopets, and I’m always looking to test new titles. I consider game length, intuitive controls, unique storylines or features, and wide system availability when I’m deciding what to test and rank. I’m currently focused on finding more RPGs (or role-playing games), adventure games, and indie games, and hope to give Story of Seasons, Minecraft, Pokémon, and Coral Island some dedicated time soon. I’ll also be covering Witchbrook when it (finally) gets released.
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