Fall is fast approaching, and there’s just something so magical about curling up with a witchy game. They hit that perfect autumn sweet spot between cozy and spooky that I’m always craving this time of year.
Whether you’re looking for classic farming sim vibes with a magical twist or want to dive deeper into the mysteries of the occult, these witchy video games offer the kind of spellbinding escapism that’s perfect for a fall evening.
1. Little Witch in the Woods (2025)
In this adorable new pixel-art game you play as Ellie, an apprentice witch who spends her days gathering ingredients, brewing potions, and helping villagers while developing her magical craft. You’ll explore a mystical forest with your talking witch hat companion Virgil, engage in classic cozy gaming mechanics like fishing and crafting, and work on village restoration projects. The game blends daily life simulation with magical exploration, and I’m here for it.
Play this one if you:
- Love pixel art and life simulation gameplay
- Are looking for a single-player magical adventure
- Enjoy potion crafting and exploration mechanics
Where to play: Steam
2. Wylde Flowers (2022)
Live your witchiest life on the idyllic island of Fairhaven, where you’ll farm by day and cast spells by night. This farming life sim is fully voice-acted, featuring performances from BAFTA award-winning actors and 18+ hours of story to uncover. You’ll tend crops, fish, and craft during daylight hours, then take to your broomstick for magical adventures. You can even shapeshift into a cat under moonlight. It’s everything I’ve ever wanted in a witchy farming sim.
Play this one if you:
- Want a narrative-driven witchy game
- Love the cottagecore aesthetic
- Enjoy voice-acted storytelling experiences
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch
3. Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator (2021)
Run your very own alchemy shop in this tactile crafting simulator, where you physically interact with ingredients to create potions. You’ll grind herbs with your mortar and pestle, mix them in your cauldron, and carefully plan routes via the Alchemy Map to combine different effects. The physics-based crafting system is incredibly satisfying, and you can attract customers, experiment with recipes, and grow your own enchanted garden filled with everything from magical herbs to glowing crystals.
Play this one if you:
- Want hands-on, physics-based potion brewing
- Enjoy shop management and recipe experimentation
- Love relaxing crafting without time pressure
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch | PlayStation | Xbox
4. Strange Horticulture (2022)
Run a mystical plant shop while identifying rare botanical specimens for quirky customers. This occult puzzle game blends plant identification mechanics with atmospheric storytelling, as each customer who visits helps unfold pieces of a dark, mysterious narrative. You’ll use your trusty encyclopedia and exploration clues to learn about strange plants, then use their effects to influence the story’s direction. I have a soft spot for cozy mysteries, and this one delivers in spades (get it?).
Play this one if you:
- Love puzzle games with a compelling story
- Enjoy botanical identification and deduction
- Want a cozy mystery with supernatural elements
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch | PlayStation | Xbox
5. Hogwarts Legacy (2023)
We can’t talk about witchy games without talking about the Wizarding World. For better or worse, Hogwarts Legacy is the Harry Potter game I always dreamed of as a kid. You can explore the castle grounds, learn spells, ride magical beasts, and engage in house life with rich narrative arcs. With a vast open-world map and a healthy dose of magical combat, it’s a bit more action-packed than some other cozy options on this list — but if you’re looking to capture the magic of the original series, it’s definitely your best bet.
Play this one if you:
- Want large-scale magical world exploration
- Love immersive RPG elements
- Were a Harry Potter nerd
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch | PlayStation | Xbox
6. Cauldron (2025)
This whimsical indie sim blends idler, RPG, and minigame mechanics with witchy vibes. Level up your party and skills to battle monsters and gradually progress through a world that’s been shrouded in darkness. The massive upgrade tree makes for an addictive but laidback magical experience that’s perfect for when you want something bite-sized but enchanting.
Play this one if you:
- Love incremental mechanics with magical themes
- Want bite-sized, relaxing progression gameplay
Where to play: Steam
7. Wytchwood (2021)
Step into the boots of an old witch navigating a land of grotesque fairy tales in this crafting adventure. You’ll collect bizarre ingredients, brew spells, and pass moral judgment on the strange visitors who come calling. The storybook-like art style makes for one of the most eye-catching and unique games I’ve seen in a long time, and the relaxed pacing combines with strong crafting mechanics to deliver something oddly cozy and familiar.
Play this one if you:
- Love the hand-drawn, storybook aesthetic
- Enjoy collecting ingredients and crafting spells
- Want moral choice systems with quirky outcomes
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch | PlayStation | Xbox
8. WitchHand (2024)
Lead your coven using a deck of magical cards in this card-based strategy game. You’ll guide your followers as you explore, expand, and exterminate your enemies. The card-based mechanics are approachable and surprisingly satisfying — I don’t usually go for games like this, but the adorable art and rewarding strategy elements won me over with this one.
Play this one if you:
- Enjoy card-based strategy without combat pressure
- Have ever dreamed of building your own coven
Where to play: Steam
9. Magic Inn (2025)
Play as an exiled wizard (not a witch, but close enough!) running a magical tavern in this unique game that blends management sim elements with card battle mechanics. You’ll take charge of your inn’s menus, rooms, and staff while building relationships — with guests by day and ghosts by night!
Play this one if you:
- Love management games with magical elements
- Enjoy relationship-building character interactions
- Enjoy micromanagement with story depth
Where to play: Steam
10. Potion Permit (2022)
Play as a talented chemist who travels to the town of Moobury to help cure the mayor’s ailing daughter. Once there, you’ll continue to help the townsfolk discover the wonders of alchemy, gathering ingredients and brewing healing remedies to restore community wellness. It’s an open-ended RPG with life simulation elements, so it’s perfect for gamers who love classic mechanics like foraging, romancing, and decorating (AKA me).
Play this one if you:
- Enjoy action RPG elements with life simulation
- Love pixel art and character customization
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch | Playstation | Xbox
11. Ritual of Raven (2025)
Yes, it’s another farming sim. No, it’s not like all the others! Ritual of Raven tasks you with managing your magical herb garden by enchanting Arcana Constructs. As the story progresses, you’ll also meet a cast of quirky villagers as you fill your Book of Shadows to help bring stability to the portals causing chaos in the village. The tarot-inspired magic system blends farming mechanics with puzzle elements to create a unique gameplay loop — though in my opinion, it’s the absolutely adorable pixel art that makes this game stand out.
Play this one if you:
- Are looking for a puzzling twist on the classic farming sim formula
- Love story-driven gameplay and subtle worldbuilding
Where to play: Steam | Nintendo Switch
12. Grimoire Groves (2025)
Play as Primrose, a young witch who ventures into Grimoire Groves to restore its magic, in this cozy roguelite adventure. You’ll combine spellcasting and crafting mechanics with gentle dungeon crawling that feels exciting instead of punishing. The pastel visuals and plant creatures soften traditional roguelite mechanics, making exploration feel sweet and restorative rather than punishing.
Play this one if you:
- Want accessible roguelite mechanics with magical themes
- Love experimenting with spell combinations
Where to play: Steam
Which Witchy Game Are You Trying First?
Whether you’re looking for classic cozy gameplay with a witchy twist or are looking to level up the challenge with some magical combat, there are plenty of spellbinding titles worth trying this spooky season. I tend to rotate between a few of these depending on my mood!
Whatever you choose, prepare to lose a few hours to the magic. ✨
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