The Best Wholesome Games for Playstation 5

Update : Melobot - A Last Song added at rank #22.
1

Lil Gator Game (2022)

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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4

Embark on a joyful journey with Lil Gator in a vibrant, open-world island filled with quests, friends, and fun. Swing your stick sword, glide through mountains, and bop cardboard baddies. With no health bar, it's a no-pressure adventure that captures the essence of childhood playtime. Experience a heartwarming story, delightful dialogue, and a relaxing gameplay that leaves you with a meaningful message.


What we like:
  • Humorous and touching story
  • Fantastic art and good tunes
  • Relaxing and fun gameplay
  • Includes a speedrun mode
  • Carries a meaningful message
What could be improved:
  • Short playtime
  • High price for the content
  • Some bugs and performance stutters
  • Some in-game tasks lack clear direction

  • cozy
  • wholesome
  • short
  • adventure
  • lgbtq
  • funny
  • relaxing
  • cute
  • open-world
  • family-friendly
  • 3d
  • platform
  • colourful
  • park
  • pretend

2

Sudocats (2022)

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95
Review score
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Linux Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Sudocats is the perfect combination of cute cats and challenging sudoku puzzles. As you adopt new cats into your home, use your problem-solving skills to arrange them in the right order so they get along. With customizable grids and backgrounds, and puzzles of varying difficulties, Sudocats offers a relaxing and fun experience for all players. Come play with the cats and solve puzzles today!


What we like:
  • Supports a great cause by helping street cats
  • Adorable cat-themed graphics
  • Challenging but not frustrating puzzles
  • Great for children and beginners to Sudoku
  • Cute and relaxing to play
What could be improved:
  • Limited number of preset puzzles
  • Difficulty cannot be adjusted
  • May be too easy for experienced Sudoku players

  • wholesome
  • cats
  • cozy
  • logic
  • relaxing
  • tabletop
  • hand-drawn
  • education
  • mouse
  • cute
  • puzzle
  • cartoony
  • minimalist
  • grid
  • family-friendly

3

Hidden Cats in New York (2023)

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99
Review score
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j PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Mac OS

Meow meow! Kittens are hidden in New York, let's find them all. A short and pleasant experience! Relax and find all the cats one by one to reveal the final colored art. Play through different modes, find special cats, and unlock bonus levels! More than 800 hidden objects to find!


  • wholesome
  • cozy
  • cats
  • cartoony
  • family-friendly
  • hidden-object
  • short
  • hand-drawn
  • relaxing
  • nonlinear
  • cute
  • colourful
  • atmospheric
  • funny

4

Hidden Cats in Rome (2023)

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100
Review score
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Xbox One Nintendo Switch Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Mac OS PC Windows

Mamma mia! Our cats are now in the great city of Rome! Let's find them! Start with a monochromatic illustration and reveal the final colored art. Play through different modes, find special cats, and unlock bonus levels! More than 970 hidden objects to find! Enjoy the extra bonus level, NERD ARENA!


  • wholesome
  • cozy
  • rome
  • cats
  • hidden-object
  • hand-drawn
  • family-friendly
  • nonlinear
  • relaxing
  • colourful
  • historical
  • point-and-click
  • cartoony
  • funny
  • cute

5

Wayward Strand (2022)

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80
Review score
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Xbox One Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox Series X/s

Unravel the captivating world of Wayward Strand as Casey Beaumaris, a journalist in summer 1978. Engage with a diverse cast in an airborne hospital, uncover their unique stories and piece together mysteries. With real-time narratives and multiple playthroughs, each experience is a new discovery in this immersive adventure.


What we like:
  • Beautiful art and animation style
  • Unique worldbuilding
  • Excellent voice acting
  • High replayability value
  • Relaxing atmosphere
What could be improved:
  • Slow pacing
  • Repetitive dialogue
  • No manual saving
  • Flawed gameplay mechanics

  • narrative
  • wholesome
  • cozy
  • choices
  • story
  • drama
  • emotional
  • conversation
  • real-time
  • relaxing
  • adventure
  • book
  • stylized
  • historical
  • mystery

6

Hidden Through Time 2 (2024)

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70
Review score
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PC Windows IOS iPhone Mac OS Xbox One Android Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch

Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! Search for hidden objects scattered around hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go. With both a single player campaign and an online mode where you can create your own dreamworld, the adventure never ends!


  • wholesome
  • hand-drawn
  • hidden-object
  • cute
  • colourful
  • relaxing
  • puzzle
  • customization
  • adventure
  • point-and-click
  • character
  • sandbox
  • online
  • historical
  • pick-up-and-play

7

Dordogne (2023)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X/s Nintendo Switch Android Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Xbox One

Immerse yourself in the heartfelt narrative of Dordogne. Embark on a vibrant journey as Mimi, reliving precious childhood memories and uncovering family secrets. Explore breathtaking hand-painted watercolor landscapes and awaken your senses to the sights, sounds, and scents of Dordogne. Collect photos, sounds, and scents to create a personalized journal that captures the essence of your adventure. Experience a unique and touching reflection of your own journey.


What we like:
  • Lovely trip into childhood
  • Beautiful graphics
  • Engaging story
  • Plenty of collectibles
  • Smooth gameplay
What could be improved:
  • No clear chapter endings
  • Lack of cultural immersion

  • wholesome
  • nature
  • narrative
  • hand-drawn
  • family-friendly
  • exploration
  • relaxing
  • story
  • colourful
  • adventure
  • visual-novel
  • funny

8

A Castle Full of Cats (2022)

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99
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Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Linux PC Windows Xbox One Nintendo Switch

A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡


  • wholesome
  • cats
  • cozy
  • collector
  • creature
  • metroidvania
  • hidden-object
  • minimalist
  • relaxing
  • point-and-click
  • vampire

9

Hidden Through Time: Discovery (2024)

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74
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IOS iPhone Android Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X PC Windows Mac OS

Hidden Through Time 2: Discovery is a cozy hidden object game that has you searching for hidden objects in hand-drawn, interactive landscapes. Ignite your imagination, unleash your inner artist with the editor and share your masterpieces with the world!


  • wholesome
  • hand-drawn
  • hidden-object
  • puzzle
  • relaxing
  • point-and-click
  • character
  • cute
  • isometric
  • customization
  • sandbox
  • poop
  • editor
  • funny
  • level

10

Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic (2023)

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75
Review score
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Xbox Series X/s Mac OS Android Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch PC Windows j IOS iPhone (IOS iPhone)

Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! Search for hidden objects scattered around hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go. With both a single player campaign and an online mode where you can create your own dreamworld, the adventure never ends!


  • wholesome
  • hidden-object
  • point-and-click
  • character
  • sandbox
  • customization
  • hand-drawn
  • historical
  • colourful
  • cute
  • relaxing

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