When it comes to cozy games—particularly those puzzle-based—it doesn’t get much better than A Little to the Left. Unfortunately, Android users are devoid of this title since it’s available only on PCs, Mac devices, and Nintendo Switch. But there are alternatives worth considering.
Google Play Store is by no means short on cozy puzzle games. Some of them are merely relaxing, while others manage to nail the feel (and often the look) of A Little to the Left. Here are our top picks of games like A Little to the Left for Android devices.
1. Townscaper
If you want a tension-free city builder, Townscaper will be your cup of tea. The game is designed to have a calming effect in every aspect, from the soundtrack to the art style. Build your town however you want without worrying about resources or time limits, and—just relax.
2. Milo and the Magpies
Cats and coziness go hand in hand, and Milo and the Magpies is the ideal example of that in game form. Milo is the main character of the game and also a cat. You guide him through neighboring gardens, searching for solutions to various puzzles. The atmosphere of the game is immediately visible through its gorgeous animation, which will keep you drawn in for hours.
3. Penguin Isle
We can all agree that penguins are adorable, right? Well, Penguin Isle takes the adorable and upgrades it with relaxing. You can create various habitats and attract new penguins to your collection while taking in the laid-back atmosphere of a beautiful, serene island.
4. Animal Crossing
If we’re talking about freeform design, a relaxed environment, and cuteness overload, you know we’re talking about Animal Crossing. Plenty has been said about this extremely popular title. We’ll only add that the game is a great counterpart to A Little to the Left.
5. Marching Order
In Marching Order, you assume the role of a rabbit under great stress from leading a marching band of animals. To get the band in order, you need to solve puzzles and, hilariously, figure out where each animal should fit by getting clues from their social media accounts. But don’t worry, if our rabbit hero is stressed out, your mood will be the absolute opposite after playing this cute, somewhat addictive game.
6. Cats in Time
Cats? Time travel? Engaging puzzles? It’s Cats in Time! Sure, this game doesn’t exactly resemble A Little to the Left, but it will make you feel cozy and comfortable to the max. Collect the lovable kitties scattered across time and get engaged with various puzzles.
7. Unworded
You can rarely come across a puzzle game that is both relaxing and emotionally engaging, but Unworded represents just that. Here, you explore the memories of an author through a series of letter-based puzzles. And we’re not saying that lightly—the puzzles are actually built out of letters. In fact, the design of the entire game is built from letters, which is quite an innovative spin.
8. Railbound
Want to get comfy with trains? Look no further than Railbound. This is a train track puzzle game that also stars two pups on a globetrotting journey. Take your time to figure out how the tracks should bend and turn to traverse the provided terrain, and do all that completely stress-free.
9. Empty
A simple puzzle game with a streamlined, minimalist design, Empty makes you chill out from the get-go. The game is so relaxed that it goes from cozy to zen. Besides the visuals, the game has an absolutely wonderful soundtrack that you won’t tire of hearing.
10. Unpacking
You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t consider Unpacking a great game, if not a masterpiece. Home decoration, puzzle solving, and a slow-burn reveal of the story through environmental storytelling all await in this impressive title. You should definitely try the game whether you’re looking for an A Litte to the Left alternative or shopping for quality Android games!
This concludes our list of the 10 best games like A Little to the Left for Android devices. Which one did you find the most appealing? Unsurprisingly, Unpacking is our absolute favorite! Tell us in the comments, and don’t forget to check out our latest Apps & Lists articles, as well as our News section!
Published: Nov 15, 2023 09:52 am