{
  "id": 7126667,
  "title": "I've got a soft spot for cozy games with flying in them and these are my 4 favorites",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/13/ive-got-a-soft-spot-for-cozy-games-with-flying-in-them-and-these-are",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-13T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/ive-got-a-soft-spot-for-cozy-games-with-flying-in-them-and-these-are-my-4-favorites/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "I have a particular fondness for cozy games that include flying, and I have compiled a list of my four favorite titles in this category. After lobbying to have Promise Mascot Agency recognized as the best cozy game in the 2025 Game of the Year awards, I became enamored with its whimsical narrative and open-world exploration. The ability to fully throttle a kei truck off a cliff, activate wings, and soar around Kaso-Machi island brought me immense joy.\n\nApart from Promise Mascot Agency, I believe Breath of the Wild has set a high standard for open-world games with gliders, but proper flying is even more thrilling. In this light, I am pleased to present my top three other cozy games featuring true flying capabilities:\n\n1. Journey: A classic that predates the cozy game era, Journey is a short, emotionally gripping story that emphasizes increasing your flight distance as you progress. The ending of this game encapsulates the pure joy of flight, making it a timeless experience.\n2. Sky: Children of the Light: Another creation by the same studio behind Journey, this title shares similar flight mechanics and distance upgrades. However, it distinguishes itself with a miniature MMO format, offering numerous puzzles and exploration opportunities that keep me coming back for more.\n3. A Short Hike: Technically, this game is about gliding as there is no mechanism to gain altitude. Nonetheless, exploring the enchanting lo-fi island in search of secret areas perfectly exemplifies why flight is such a delightful aspect of cozy games.",
  "summary": "Let there be flight!",
  "key_points": [
    "Promise Mascot Agency won 2025 Game of the Year award",
    "Breath of the Wild sets high standard for glider flying",
    "Journey, Sky, and A Short Hike are top cozy flying games"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}