# Cozy Meditative Digital Games The Simpler Times Game Creates a Peaceful Ambiance for Players By Amy Duong | Published 2023-06-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simpler-times References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/simpler-times-is-the-coziest-game-ive-played-in-a-long-time-173000140.html)  Simpler Times is a [cozy new game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starsand-island) that is designed to create a comfortable and meditative ambiance. The setting invites players to immerse themselves in the warm afternoon sunlight or in a bedroom that is brightly lit and decorated with youthful elements including family photos and books. The desk drawers are also detailed with school supplies and drawing paper. It is meant to create a [peaceful environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chillin-by-the-fire) for players to dive into as they can interact by [picking up objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ordinary-habit) putting them away, and more. It follows Taina, the protagonist -- she is moving on from her childhood home and growing into the next phase of her life as both her past and future are seen through exploring the space. Image Credit: iam8bit ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cozy Gaming:** Opportunity for game developers to create more relaxing and meditative gaming experiences. - **Immersive Environments:** Potential for incorporating detailed and visually appealing settings to enhance player engagement. - **Personalized Gameplay:** Possibility to allow players to interact with objects and create their own unique experiences within the game. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Opportunity for game developers to tap into the growing demand for peaceful and calming gaming experiences. - **Interior Design:** Potential for collaboration between game developers and interior designers to create immersive and visually appealing virtual spaces. - **Self-care:** Possibility for integration of meditative and calming digital games into self-care practices and wellness industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Casual Nature-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-the-sea.md) - [Cozy Self-Exploration Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betwixt.md) - [Hybrid Puzzled Tranquil Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unpacking-game.md) - [Cozy Golfing Game Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-golf.md) - [Mindful Virtual Reality Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maloka.md) - [Cozy Village Sim Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tales-of-the-shire-game.md) - [Relaxing Brain Teaser Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinkle-words.md) - [Gamified Productivity Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cozy-room-lofi.md) - [Relaxation Puzzle Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healing-puzzle.md)