- #1 Fields of Mistria
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 33,222 reviews2026
Dev: NPC Studio
Windows · Linux
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Start your new life! Build the farm of your dreams as you discover a world brimming with possibilities. Magic, romance, and adventure all await you in this nostalgic farming / life sim RPG!
Why similar: Farming 32.4% ★, Farming Sim 23.6%, Life Sim 14.4%, Cooking 7.5%, Crafting 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A nostalgic, story-rich farming sim that emphasizes community interaction and magical character development.
- #2 Stardew Valley
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,034,074 reviews2016
Dev: ConcernedApe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 22.9 hrsMean: 85.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Why similar: Farming Sim 38.6%, Life Sim 24.7%, Crafting 9.8%, Relaxing 9.1%, RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive farming life-sim that perfectly balances crop management with deep, story-rich character relationships.
- #3 My Time at Sandrock
96% matchVery Positive88% of 28,958 reviews2023
Dev: Pathea Games
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin!
Why similar: Farming Sim 34.5%, Life Sim 31.4%, Crafting 14.5%, RPG 6.9%, Cartoony 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a robust narrative-driven experience where you build up a community in a charming desert town.
- #4 My Time at Portia
95% matchVery Positive91% of 44,278 reviews2019
Dev: Pathea GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.1%, Life Sim 24.9%, Crafting 14.6%, RPG 8.2%, Simulation 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on crafting and community building in a vibrant, story-rich world similar to the Big Farm experience.
- #5 Wylde Flowers
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,753 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Drydock Pty Ltd
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 79.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Join Tara on a heartfelt journey to become a witch in Wylde Flowers. Farm by day, and cast spells by night as you craft your cottagecore life and bond with your coven. Come to know and love the fully voice acted characters of Fairhaven, as you unravel a local mystery.
Why similar: Farming Sim 31.9%, Life Sim 22.1%, Crafting 11.4%, Story Rich 8%, Relaxing 8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong narrative focus where you manage a farm while uncovering the secrets of a magical coven.
- #6 Coral Island
94% matchVery Positive89% of 27,509 reviews2023
Dev: Stairway GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 56.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.
Why similar: Farming Sim 38.7%, Life Sim 24.5%, Crafting 9.6%, Relaxing 8.3%, RPG 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, high-fidelity farming sim with a heavy emphasis on community, environmental restoration, and social bonds.
- #7 Everdream Valley
93% matchMostly Positive70% of 967 reviews2023
Dev: MooneatersPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A farming adventure with a dash of magic. Play solo or up to a 4-player coop. By day, restore your quaint farm into a summer paradise. Explore, raise crops, care for animals and rebuild your home. At night inhabit various creatures through your dreams and bring enchantment to the valley.
Why similar: Dogs 35.3% ★, Farming Sim 15.9%, Cooking 10.3%, Life Sim 10.2%, Nature 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on animal care and exploration within a cozy, pastoral setting.
- #8 Sun Haven
92% matchVery Positive81% of 25,417 reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Sprout Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 14.6 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!
Why similar: Farming Sim 36.4%, Life Sim 21%, Cooking 10.9%, Crafting 9.7%, Relaxing 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional farming mechanics with RPG elements and a fantasy-themed story.
- #9 STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,388 reviews2023
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Marvelous
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley. Bring life to the land by cultivating crops and raising animals, find love among the town's friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own.
Why similar: Farming 33.3% ★, Dogs 19% ★, Life Sim 12%, Farming Sim 10.2%, Nature 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic life-sim experience that emphasizes family, aging, and building a life on a farm.
- #10 Littlewood
91% matchVery Positive93% of 6,824 reviews2020
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The world has already been saved. Now it's time to rebuild your town, learn new hobbies, and forge lifelong friendships in this peaceful and relaxing RPG.
Why similar: Life Sim 27.9%, Farming Sim 25.6%, Crafting 14.8%, Relaxing 10.4%, RPG 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, story-focused life-sim where time progresses based on your actions rather than a strict clock.
- #11 Roots of Pacha
90% matchVery Positive94% of 4,536 reviews2023
Dev: Soda Den
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The charming and relaxing stone-age farming sim where you live in a thriving community exploring the wonderful world of Pacha. Discover "ideas," domesticate crops, befriend animals, and help your village grow. Play co-op with friends or explore the early days of civilization in single-player.
Why similar: Farming Sim 34.7%, Life Sim 23%, Crafting 13.9%, Relaxing 9.4%, RPG 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A community-focused farming sim set in a prehistoric era that prioritizes cooperation and social growth.
- #12 Ooblets
89% matchVery Positive91% of 1,552 reviews2023
Dev: Glumberland
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!
Why similar: Farming 32.6% ★, Farming Sim 23%, Cooking 14.6%, Crafting 9.2%, Relaxing 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines farming with quirky creature collection and humorous, dialogue-heavy interactions.
- #13 Disney Dreamlight Valley
89% matchVery Positive92% of 24,686 reviews2023
Dev: Gameloft
Windows
Median: 32.3 hrsMean: 116.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Explore a world filled with the magic of Disney as you discover rich stories and build the perfect neighborhood alongside Disney and Pixar heroes and villains in this new life-sim adventure game. Welcome to Disney Dreamlight Valley.
Why similar: Farming Sim 20.4%, Life Sim 19.5%, Cooking 14.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%, Crafting 9%
Why You'll Like It: A character-driven adventure that pairs farming and life-sim mechanics with beloved narrative elements.
- #14 Dinkum
87% matchVery Positive92% of 29,064 reviews2025
Dev: James BendonPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 29.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends.
Why similar: Farming 34.5% ★, Farming Sim 19.5%, Life Sim 13.9%, Crafting 8.1%, Co-op 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: An Australian-themed life-sim that offers great freedom in building and community interaction.
- #15 Paleo Pines
88% matchVery Positive83% of 2,669 reviews2023
Dev: Italic PigPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Welcome to Paleo Pines, a charming island known for its friendly dinosaurs, quirky townsfolk, and mysterious past. Befriend dinos and enlist their help to fix up your ranch and farm crops to create your cozy dino sanctuary! Then set out with your companion, Lucky, to uncover the island’s secrets.
Why similar: Farming Sim 42.5%, Life Sim 19.9%, Relaxing 11.9%, Cute 7.4%, Simulation 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong emphasis on animal companionship and exploration in a very wholesome, low-stress environment.
- #16 Fae Farm
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,575 reviews2023
Dev: Phoenix LabsPub: Gambit Digital
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Escape to the magical life of your dreams in Fae Farm, a farm sim RPG for 1-4 players. Craft, cultivate, and decorate to grow your homestead, and use spells to explore the enchanted island of Azoria!
Why similar: Farming Sim 36.5%, Cooking 11%, Co-op 10.9%, Relaxing 9%, RPG 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Adds magical elements and cooperative play to the traditional farming and crafting loop.
- #17 Echoes of the Plum Grove
86% matchVery Positive88% of 3,132 reviews2024
Dev: Unwound GamesPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A new life awaits in Honeywood! Build a thriving community that will last generations in this cozy farm simulator. Farm, socialize, make friends, cook, craft, forage and uncover the secrets of the island! If someone doesn’t want to be friends? There are always other means.
Why similar: Farming Sim 28.2%, Life Sim 18.8%, Cooking 16%, Crafting 11.5%, Cartoony 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy farming sim that introduces unique generational mechanics and a charming, story-rich world.
- #18 Moonstone Island
85% matchVery Positive84% of 5,022 reviews2023
Dev: Studio SupersoftPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.4%, Life Sim 21.7%, Cooking 19.5%, Relaxing 8.9%, RPG 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Blends creature collection and exploration with farming mechanics in a charming, open-world setting.
- #19 Farm Together
84% matchVery Positive94% of 22,105 reviews2018
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18.2 hrsMean: 142.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in this unique, relaxing farming experience!
Why similar: Farming Sim 42.9%, Relaxing 13.5%, Co-op 13.2%, Simulation 9.3%, Cartoony 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Excellent for those who enjoy the farming and cooperative aspects of Big Farm Story on a larger scale.
- #20 Stranded Sails - Explorers of the Cursed Islands
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 991 reviews2019
Dev: Alchemist InteractivePub: rokaplay
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Farm, cook, craft and decorate in this casual open world farming adventure! Set up camp with your crew after being shipwrecked on a mysterious archipelago. Your quest is to survive, explore and uncover the secrets of the Cursed Islands. Take care of your crew to build relationships and earn rewards!
Why similar: Farming 32.8% ★, Farming Sim 18.4%, Cooking 10.5%, Nature 8.4%, Crafting 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines farming with a narrative-driven adventure on a mysterious island.
- #21 Grow: Song of the Evertree
83% matchVery Positive81% of 2,561 reviews2021
Dev: Prideful SlothPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.
Why similar: Farming Sim 35.6%, Life Sim 23.1%, Nature 16%, Cute 6.7%, Simulation 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on nurturing nature and world-building through a relaxing and creative lens.
- #22 No Place Like Home
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,097 reviews2022
Dev: Chicken LauncherPub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Humanity Trashed the Earth and left for Mars. Only few remained. EXPLORE the world. Clean the environment, CRAFT with recycled resources. Domesticate animals. Rebuild your village. Restore environment and run your own post-apo FARM as there is No Place Like Home!
Why similar: Dogs 29.9% ★, Farming Sim 21.1%, Life Sim 13.5%, Crafting 9.3%, Nature 9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique environmental cleanup theme paired with satisfying farming and base-building mechanics.
- #23 STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
82% matchVery Positive93% of 5,738 reviews2020
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!
Why similar: Farming Sim 54.2%, Life Sim 13.4%, Simulation 8.8%, RPG 8.5%, Relaxing 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential farming sim experience that focuses on simple, relaxing daily routines.
- #24 Epic Chef
81% matchMostly Positive78% of 755 reviews2021
Dev: Infinigon GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Get ready to embark on a comedic culinary quest unlike any other as you take on the role of Zest in this story-driven adventure game; from humble beginnings you will build a farm, grow delectable ingredients, craft machinery and cook your way to becoming the most Epic Chef in Ambrosia!
Why similar: Farming Sim 26.1%, Cooking 22.4%, Life Sim 14.8%, Crafting 9.9%, Story Rich 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich cooking and farming adventure that maintains a humorous and lighthearted tone.
- #25 Travellers Rest
80% matchVery Positive88% of 18,025 reviews2020
Dev: Isolated Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 20.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Craft, farm, build and cook! In Travellers Rest you will have to use all the available tools to become the best tavern keeper in the realm. Create unique dishes and drinks to please your customers as you discover the world and its colorful characters.
Why similar: Farming Sim 39%, Life Sim 33.7%, Crafting 12.4%, RPG 7.8%, Simulation 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines farming with tavern management, offering a similar loop of gathering and community service.
- #26 Garden Paws
81% matchVery Positive90% of 2,498 reviews2018
Dev: Bitten Toast Games Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
You have inherited your grandparents farm as they set off to travel the world. Work with Frank at the local construction shop to finish off the final touches on your new home. Aid Frank and Mayor Wilson in building up the town so it may reach it's full potential.
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.1%, Crafting 16.1%, Co-op 9.9%, Cartoony 9.5%, Relaxing 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: An animal-focused life-sim that emphasizes crafting, building, and exploration.
- #27 Spiritfarer®: Farewell Edition
79% matchVery Positive95% of 53,173 reviews2020
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.9%, Farming Sim 17.5%, Story Rich 12%, Crafting 11.5%, Relaxing 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: While management-focused, it shares the deep, emotional storytelling and cozy aesthetic found in Big Farm Story.
- #28 Calico
79% matchVery Positive87% of 5,023 reviews2020
Dev: Peachy Keen GamesPub: Whitethorn Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Calico is a day-in-the-life community sim game where you are given an important and adorable task: rebuild the town’s cat café and fill it with cute and cuddly creatures! Build up your café by filling it with cute furniture, fun decorations, yummy pastries, and get it bustling with animals again!
Why similar: Dogs 31.8% ★, Life Sim 21.1%, Cute 10.6%, Relaxing 10.5%, Simulation 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A low-stress, animal-focused life-sim that prioritizes exploration and cozy interactions.
- #29 Slime Rancher
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 156,628 reviews2017
Dev: Monomi Park
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Why similar: Cute 46.4%, Simulation 16.2%, Adventure 16.1%, Singleplayer 13.6%, Casual 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features exploration and creature care in a vibrant, colorful world that feels very rewarding.
- #30 Song Of The Prairie
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,526 reviews2024
Dev: The Droplet StudioPub: AOE Plus
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Song of The Prairie is a 3D relaxing farm game. A hero who defeat the demon begins a new rural life. Experiencing the fun of exploration to the town. Harvesting giant fruits and crops. Taking care fantastic animals. Dating with someone you like. Just enjoy the farming life only belongs to you!
Why similar: Farming 28.1% ★, Farming Sim 20%, Life Sim 14%, Crafting 8.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 6.6%
- #31 Luma Island
76% matchVery Positive84% of 12,657 reviews2024
Dev: Feel Free Games
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Get ready to explore, farm, fish, mine, craft, and raise magical Lumas as you solve puzzles and embark on quests across Luma Island. Play solo, or team up with friends in 1-4 player online co-op. Choose relaxing Cozy, challenging Adventure, or epic Hero mode to match your mood and playstyle.
Why similar: Farming Sim 29.6%, Life Sim 15.6%, Crafting 13.2%, Co-op 9.1%, Relaxing 8.5%
- #32 Sprout Valley
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 131 reviews2023
Dev: Vadzim LiakhovichPub: RedDeer.Games
Windows
Sprout Valley is farming simulator game where you can step back from the busy life and grow the garden of your dreams. Captivating story, hand-crafted experience, cute graphics and many more!
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.6%, Life Sim 23%, Crafting 10.4%, RPG 8.8%, Nature 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, relaxing farming sim that focuses on gathering, crafting, and peaceful daily life.
- #33 STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
75% matchVery Positive94% of 4,013 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 48.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Searching for a peaceful farm life, a fresh mountain breeze, and your own market stall? Look no further than the friendly community of Zephyr Town! Here you’ll grow crops and raise animals, get to know the locals, and sell your wares at the town's bazaar to restore it to its former glory.
Why similar: Farming Sim 23.7%, Life Sim 16.6%, Cooking 15.1%, Nature 11.3%, Crafting 10.3%
- #34 STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,633 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Welcome to Olive Town, a peaceful community established by your trailblazing grandfather and his friends. Now that you've taken over his farm, it's your job to carry on his legacy. Plant crops, raise animals, build relationships, and get to know the residents of your new home!
Why similar: Dogs 26.5% ★, Farming Sim 26.4%, Life Sim 17%, Cooking 8.6%, RPG 6%
- #35 Farm Together 2
72% matchVery Positive94% of 5,405 reviews2025
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 27.3 hrsMean: 132.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in the long awaited sequel to the cozy, relaxing farming experience!
Why similar: Farming Sim 28.9%, Life Sim 19.2%, Cooking 17.3%, Co-op 8%, Cartoony 6.7%
- #36 Hokko Life
75% matchMixed66% of 2,667 reviews2022
Dev: Wonderscope GamesPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Hop off the train and into your new life in the village of Hokko! Take over the old workshop and get creative; use crafted materials and design everything in town! With complete creative freedom, what type of town will you build?
Why similar: Farming 36.1% ★, Farming Sim 21.2%, Life Sim 15.4%, Crafting 6.7%, Relaxing 4.7%
- #37 Cornucopia®
74% matchVery Positive88% of 659 reviews2023
Dev: David DolynnyPub: Subconscious Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A cozy 2.5D farm-life RPG that runs deep. Grow living soil into legendary harvests, romance 34+ villagers, breed magical animals, cook, fish, and dive the dungeons below for loot. No forced bedtime, no stress, just your dream farm at your own pace.
Why similar: Farming Sim 34%, Life Sim 21.9%, Crafting 12.3%, Relaxing 8%, RPG 7.1%
- #38 Everafter Falls
73% matchVery Positive84% of 723 reviews2024
Dev: SquareHuskyPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Rediscover the simple life. Farm, fish, forge and fight to restore the peace in an all-new farming adventure. Features split-screen coop, a helpful pet, automated drones, resourceful pixies, a card-eating progression system, and dangerous dungeons to delve into!
Why similar: Farming 24.9% ★, Farming Sim 19.2%, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Life Sim 12.7%, Crafting 7.6%
- #39 SunnySide
74% matchMixed66% of 1,168 reviews2024
Dev: Aftabi Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Find harmony in the Japanese countryside as you help Sparky uncover lost memories in this modern take on the farming and life simulator. Build a thriving homestead, cultivate new relationships, and chase your own happiness in SunnySide.
Why similar: Farming 32.9% ★, Farming Sim 17.8%, Life Sim 12.5%, Cooking 12.4%, Crafting 7.9%
- #40 Everdream Village
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2025
Dev: MooneatersPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Build your ideal, cozy farm in a living village. Form bonds with fellow villagers to lend a hand as you grow crops, care for animals, and craft a corner of paradise. Sail across enchanted islands to discover new resources and adventures along the way.
Why similar: Farming Sim 22.8%, Dogs 19.8% ★, Life Sim 13.8%, Cooking 11.3%, Crafting 7%
- #41 Starsand Island
70% matchMostly Positive82% of 7,727 reviews2026
Dev: Seed Sparkle Lab
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tired of the city grind? Escape to Starsand Island and embrace the simple joys of country life! Live alongside capybaras, cats, and dogs, reel in a big catch, and explore the enchanting Moonlit Forest. Leave the hustle behind and experience the charm of this seaside paradise.
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.3%, Life Sim 21.8%, Crafting 11.9%, Cooking 10.6%, Relaxing 7.3%
- #42 Cropia
70% matchVery Positive93% of 81 reviews2026
Dev: Cropstone Studio
Windows
Cultivate crops, care for animals, fish, mine resources, and explore diverse environments while growing the local community. Invite village residents to work with you and collaborate to meet city targets, helping you achieve goals more efficiently.
Why similar: Farming 36.8% ★, Farming Sim 23.7%, Life Sim 16.4%, Crafting 9.5%, Nature 7.1%
- #43 DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom
73% matchVery Positive89% of 409 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Noby and his friends are back in an all-new Doraemon: Story of Seasons title! Grow crops, raise animals, and use Doraemon's Secret Gadgets to help friends in a fun-filled and heartwarming story that people of all ages can enjoy.
Why similar: Farming 24.8% ★, Farming Sim 23.5%, Life Sim 14.5%, Nature 10.7%, Crafting 6.1%
- #44 Harvest Life
76% matchMixed51% of 270 reviews2017
Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Show your mettle as both an aspiring organic farmer and a part-time adventurer. And then you might be in for a romantic happy ending.
Why similar: Farming Sim 48.7%, Farming 22.2% ★, Crafting 10.5%, Simulation 8.1%, Casual 3.2%
- #45 Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 438 reviews2023
Dev: Appci Inc.Pub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Explore the wide world of Anthos with the help of your wacky inventor friend Doc Jr. and many others! It’ll be up to you to revive the Harvest Goddess and the Harvest Sprites, as well as reconnect all of the villages of Anthos with each other! Farm all around Anthos using the improved Expando-Farm!
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.3%, Life Sim 22.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.3%, RPG 9.1%, Simulation 7%
- #46 Kynseed
70% matchVery Positive83% of 3,860 reviews2022
Dev: PixelCount Studios
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Embark on a lifetime of adventure in a beautiful world of creativity and intrigue. Raise a family, customise your farm, run a business, craft items, and battle some marvellously malevolent monsters.
Why similar: Farming Sim 31%, Life Sim 20.8%, Farming 14.3% ★, Crafting 13.1%, Relaxing 7.8%
- #47 Re:Legend
72% matchMixed55% of 2,025 reviews2022
Dev: Magnus Games StudioPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Adventure with friends in a beautiful world of wonder and fantastic creatures. Build, craft, farm and fish, as you raise and breed amazing pet companions!
Why similar: Farming 35.8% ★, Farming Sim 26.9%, Crafting 10.7%, Co-op 6.9%, RPG 6.6%
- #48 DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS
71% matchVery Positive81% of 2,201 reviews2019
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 39.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Japan's adored Doraemon meets Story of Seasons in this new, fresh take on farming, now on Steam! The setting is Natura, and the theme is creating bonds. While doing so, enjoy the heartwarming interactions through each character in the story!
Why similar: Farming Sim 27.2%, Farming 20.6% ★, Life Sim 17.9%, Crafting 8.1%, Relaxing 6.2%
- #49 Sugardew Island - Your cozy farm shop
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 369 reviews2025
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
In this cozy farming game, you have to run your own farm shop. Take care of your animals and your farm, sell your goods to the cute Forest Folk, upgrade the island and fulfill small orders from the Harmony Tree to fill the island with life again.
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.8%, Farming 30.5% ★, Nature 14.2%, Relaxing 7.9%, Cute 5.9%
- #50 Alchemy Story
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 201 reviews2020
Dev: Cozy Bee Games
Windows
Discover a world of magic, cute creatures and adventure in Alchemy Story, a casual farming simulation game! Grow your garden, brew potions, care for your pets and meet new friends!
Why similar: Farming Sim 31%, Life Sim 15.5%, Crafting 12.7%, Cartoony 7.8%, Relaxing 7.6%
- #51 Tales of Seikyu
66% matchVery Positive84% of 2,573 reviews2026
Dev: ACE EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A peaceful farming life sim set on the island of Seikyu. Grow your farm, restore your ancestral home, form heartfelt bonds with villagers, and shapeshift into different spirit forms to explore a world that moves gently with the seasons.
Why similar: Farming Sim 31.6%, Life Sim 22.7%, Crafting 14.3%, Relaxing 9.3%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #52 Spirit of the Island
69% matchMixed66% of 1,897 reviews2022
Dev: 1M Bits HordePub: META Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A beautiful Life Sim Sandbox RPG with Cross-Platform Online COOP set on a tropical Archipelago. Build your farm, grow crops and animals, craft various items, cook dishes, gather resources, build shops and museum to attract visitors, and turn a desolate Island into a prosperous tourist destination!
Why similar: Farming Sim 27.3%, Life Sim 19.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16%, Crafting 12.5%, Relaxing 8%
- #53 Hillshade Farm
67% matchMixed69% of 78 reviews2026
Dev: NORTHSTAR Games
Windows
You’ve got land, time, and a whole lot to figure out. Start small, work hard, earn what you need, and build the kind of farm you’d never want to leave.
Why similar: Farming 27.8% ★, Farming Sim 23%, Life Sim 16%, Nature 8.9%, Crafting 8.7%
- #54 Kitaria Fables
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,720 reviews2021
Dev: Twin HeartsPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Action Adventure fused with RPG and Farming elements. Armed with sword, bow and spellbook, fight against a rising darkness threatening the world. Plunder dungeons in search of relics and resources, tend to your farm to make provisions and potions, and take on quests solo, or with a friend!
Why similar: Farming Sim 27.7%, Local Co-Op 20.6%, Cooking 14%, Crafting 12.3%, Co-op 9.9%
- #55 Research Story
65% matchVery Positive95% of 340 reviews2025
Dev: Petal Cat Games
Windows
Set out to discover and record plants and creatures for the Violet Archive. Grow crops, tame animals, and build the perfect farm! Forge friendships along the way as you begin your life as a researcher!
Why similar: Farming Sim 37.1%, Life Sim 24.7%, Crafting 10.6%, Relaxing 8%, RPG 7.7%
- #56 Firefly Village
66% matchVery Positive88% of 128 reviews2025
Dev: Josh Koenig GamesPub: indie.io
Windows · Linux
The Firefly Village awaits! A bite-sized, streamlined farming sim that focuses on moments that matter, without wasting a single second of your time. Build a homestead, raise crops, tend to livestock, make friends, and enjoy a pocket of paradise where farming is a delight and friends plentiful.
Why similar: Farming 32.8% ★, Farming Sim 23%, Life Sim 14.5%, Nature 8.2%, RPG 6.3%
- #57 Farmer's Dynasty - Final Harvest Edition
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,307 reviews2019
Dev: UMEO StudiosPub: Toplitz Productions
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Live – Build – Farm: Enjoy a unique mix of farming, constructing and life simulation that takes you to the countryside and holds plenty of challenging gameplay in stock!
Why similar: Farming Sim 37.4%, Life Sim 25.3%, Crafting 7.6%, Nature 7.2%, RPG 7.2%
- #58 Pawsome Resort
65% matchVery Positive84% of 165 reviews2026
Dev: Pixel PuffsPub: GameDev.ist
Windows
Pawsome Resort is a cozy life sim where you run an animal hotel in a charming pixel-art village. Design your resort, care for cute animals, grow crops, craft things, complete quests, and bond with villagers. With farming and RPG elements, it's a perfect cozy escape.
Why similar: Farming 37.1% ★, Farming Sim 18.3%, Life Sim 14.7%, Crafting 9.1%, Relaxing 6%
- #59 Palia
64% matchVery Positive86% of 43,867 reviews2024
Dev: Singularity 6 Corporation
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 26.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Why similar: Farming Sim 28%, Life Sim 22.6%, Crafting 11.3%, Nature 10.4%, Relaxing 6.8%
- #60 Cozy Caravan
63% matchVery Positive94% of 1,377 reviews2026
Dev: 5 Lives Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Grab your backpack and climb on in, it’s time to hit the road! Head out on a gentle journey in your reliable old caravan, crafting hearty meals, running market stalls and sharing goodies with local townsfolk. Spread kindness, share, and help prepare for the annual Whizz Bang Fair!
Why similar: Life Sim 29.9%, Crafting 26.2%, Cartoony 13.1%, Story Rich 13%, Cute 12.6%
