- #1 Medieval Crafter: Blacksmith
97% matchMostly Positive78% of 694 reviews2026
Dev: Compact Core GamesPub: GameDev.ist
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Forge your destiny and craft legends. Medieval Crafter: Blacksmith is your journey into the heart of craftsmanship. Dive into the enchanting world of a blacksmith, mine ores, create legendary weapons, arm heroes and send them on quests for loot and profit. The forge awaits!
Why similar: Dwarves 67.2% ★, Crafting 15.3%, Resource Management 7.4%, Simulation 7.3%, Indie 2%
- #2 Blacksmith Master
96% matchVery Positive84% of 2,580 reviews2025
Dev: Untitled StudioPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Manage your own medieval smithy in Blacksmith Master and supervise the entire process from mining ores and gems to designing and selling finished products. Forge everything from weapons and armor to tools and cooking utensils to fund your craft and become the Blacksmith Master.
Why similar: Building 37.6%, Resource Management 19.7%, Simulation 19.6%, Casual 11.4%, 2D 9.5%
- #3 Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot
96% matchVery Positive83% of 2,558 reviews2026
Dev: Hamma StudiosPub: Sidekick Publishing
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Build and command your own party of Dwarves in this mix of RPGs, roguelike and auto battlers. Prepare formations, assign equipment, and decide the fate of up to 10 Beardlings, as you lead the raid through reckless runs filled with Glory, Death, and Loot!
Why similar: Dwarves 65.5% ★, Auto Battler 33.1%, 2D 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #4 Just A Humble Swordsmith
94% matchVery Positive90% of 598 reviews2022
Dev: Just Some Humble Game SmithsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Craft swords from a variety of styles and materials in order to best equip the adventurers who come into your sword smithing shop. Strategize and watch the adventurers fight their way through a dungeon full of monsters in this idle battler!
Why similar: Auto Battler 72.3%, Crafting 11.6%, Casual 8.6%, 2D 7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #5 Blightlands Blacksmith
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 74 reviews2023
Dev: Skald Software
Windows
Blightlands Blacksmith is a medieval fantasy blacksmithing simulator with exploration and combat elements. Mine, smelt, forge, assemble, grind, and rune-craft weapons to supply a legion cohort, and defend yourself as you delve into the mine for new materials. The cohort's success depends on you.
Why similar: Crafting 54.6%, Simulation 27.1%, Casual 8.8%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #6 Dwarf Shop
93% matchMostly Positive74% of 112 reviews2020
Dev: Potion Junkies
Windows
Dwarf Shop is a Shop Simulator with, you guessed it, Dwarves! Help the Dragon Clan lure their very own dragon by amassing piles and piles of glorious gold. Send one dwarf deep into the caves to find ingredients while the others craft various equipment and sell them to unsuspecting customers!
Why similar: Dwarves 72.2% ★, Crafting 14%, Simulation 6.9%, 2D 3.3%, Casual 2.9%
- #7 Blacksmith. Song of two Kings.
91% matchVery Positive81% of 300 reviews2024
Dev: Pavel Leksin
Windows
In this 2D fantasy game you play a role of a blacksmith who literally handcrafts weapons, shields, armor, magic staffs and many other marvellous items.
Why similar: Crafting 45.8%, Simulation 22.9%, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 5.8%
- #8 Blacksmith
91% matchMixed69% of 98 reviews2019
Dev: Otis MillerPub: Fire Cycle Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blacksmith is the definitive Blacksmithing experience. Make and sell Weapons, Armour and Tools. Send Heroes on Quests and unlock their unique potential. Grow the town of Ironwell and be a part of the community. Master the elements and bend them to your will! Find your true calling as the Blacksmith!
Why similar: Simulation 50.7%, Casual 34.5%, Indie 14.8%
- #9 Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,849 reviews2025
Dev: Flipline Studios
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Fire up the forge and craft your finest weapons in Jacksmith: Weapons and Warriors, a reforged adventure! Equip the local warriors with custom swords, bows, shields and more in your hands-on blacksmith shop. Follow the soldiers into battle as you push onward toward the evil wizard Dudley!
Why similar: Crafting 57.5%, Simulation 15.9%, Casual 11.5%, 2D 10.6%, Indie 3.3%
- #10 Blacksmith Simulator
90% matchMostly Negative35% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: Potato GamesPub: ForgeGames
Windows
Become a Medieval blacksmith in this interactive blacksmithing simulator. Upgrade your forging equipment, unlock new exotic crafting materials, grow your business, and manage your customers - in addition to engaging forging mechanics. Strike while the iron is hot and hop in front of the forge now!
Why similar: Crafting 35.1%, Building 25.6%, Simulation 13.1%, Resource Management 12.8%, Casual 8%
- #11 Lord of Dwarves
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 75 reviews2020
Dev: Stellar Sage Games
Windows · Linux
Gather resources, craft weapons, and build a castle. Then defend your castle against monsters who will try to siege, sap, and smash their way in. All in a procedurally generated 3D block world that allows for extensive crafting and total construction and destruction of the terrain.
Why similar: Dwarves 89.5% ★, Simulation 3.1%, Building 2.8%, Crafting 2.3%, Resource Management 1.3%
- #12 Enchanted Blacksmith
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 68 reviews2023
Dev: Tanuki Sun
Windows
Step into a cozy, first-person forge simulator where exploration and crafting go hand in hand. Discover rich mineral veins, master forgotten smithing techniques, and watch your humble workshop evolve as you craft fine wares and claim your place among the realm’s legendary artisans.
Why similar: Crafting 47.3%, Simulation 24.3%, Resource Management 21.4%, Indie 5.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #13 Blacksmith Simulator Prologue
86% matchMixed46% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: Potato GamesPub: Forge Games
Windows
Forge your destiny in the Blacksmith Simulator Prologue! Craft weapons and tools, manage your workshop, and mine for resources. Serve diverse clients, grow your reputation, and master medieval craftsmanship in this free introduction to the full game. Your journey as a blacksmith begins here!
Why similar: Crafting 45.4%, Simulation 26%, Resource Management 12.8%, Casual 11.4%, Indie 3.1%
- #14 Ironsmith Medieval Simulator
88% matchMostly Negative30% of 258 reviews2022
Dev: The EpicLorePub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Heroes are not born. They are forged in darkness. And who knows forging better than the ironsmith himself? Experience the hardship of making medieval weapons, armors and tools in a simulation taken with a grain of salt
Why similar: Building 33.2%, Crafting 32.4%, Simulation 14.7%, Casual 13.4%, Indie 4.7%
- #15 Craft The World
86% matchVery Positive88% of 16,888 reviews2014
Dev: Dekovir EntertainmentPub: Dekovir Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress. Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need.
Why similar: Dwarves 67.8% ★, Crafting 13%, Building 12.2%, Simulation 2.5%, Resource Management 2%
- #16 My Little Blacksmith Shop
84% matchMixed70% of 1,170 reviews2025
Dev: DasiusPub: Noble Games Studio
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Craft weapons, armor and tools, manage resources and expand your workshop. Experience realistic physics-based forging, unlock new recipes and special orders, and interact with a medieval town's inhabitants as you work to become the greatest blacksmith in the land.
Why similar: Crafting 56.7%, Simulation 25.1%, Casual 13.2%, Singleplayer 3.2%, Indie 1.8%
- #17 Magic Forge Tycoon
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 86 reviews2026
Dev: Clever Trickster StudioPub: Clever Trickster Productions
Windows
Become the ultimate fantasy arms dealer. Forge enchanted weapons, fulfill contracts, influence wars, and shape the fate of kingdoms! Master the astral forge, upgrade your gear, use alchemy, dominate the resource market, and rise as the realm’s mythic weaponsmith.
Why similar: Crafting 46.8%, Simulation 33.2%, Casual 20%
- #18 Fantasy Blacksmith
85% matchMixed49% of 1,800 reviews2019
Dev: Heaven BrotherhoodPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
You are a blacksmith in the world of the sword, magic and war, in which any blacksmith who knows how to make even the simplest swords is in demand. You start off as a poor unskilled blacksmith, but in time you will gain experience and improve to achieve wealth, fame and power, and change this world!
Why similar: Simulation 40.8%, Crafting 35.5%, Resource Management 14.2%, Indie 8.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #19 Anvil Saga
82% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,803 reviews2023
Dev: Pirozhok StudioPub: HeroCraft PC
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Anvil Saga is a management sim with RPG elements where you take control of a blacksmith shop amidst the Hundred Years' War. Each decision you make impacts the story and gameplay.
Why similar: Crafting 30.3%, Building 27.2%, Simulation 14.8%, Resource Management 14.4%, 2D 7.3%
- #20 While the Iron's Hot
82% matchVery Positive82% of 219 reviews2023
Dev: Bontemps GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Reforge a blacksmith’s village on an isle of the land’s finest artisans! Step into the boots of an expert smith for a crafty adventure filled with mystery and charm. Explore the land of Ellian, and prove that a hammer, anvil, and your wits can overcome any challenge.
Why similar: Crafting 53.7%, Building 22.6%, Simulation 13.3%, 2D 9.1%, Indie 1%
- #21 Blacksmith of the Sand Kingdom
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 166 reviews2021
Dev: Rideon,Inc.Pub: KEMCO
Windows
Become the court blacksmith adventuring in the Sand Kingdom in a fantasy RPG!
Why similar: Crafting 81.3%, 2D 14.7%, Singleplayer 4%
- #22 Medieval Blacksmith
80% matchVery Positive80% of 582 reviews2025
Dev: OGO Play
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Medieval Blacksmith is a blacksmithing simulation set in a magical medieval world. Play as a blacksmith with no past, craft legendary weapons from daggers to spears, and forge your path to becoming the world’s greatest. Dive into a story filled with adventure and endless creative possibilities!
Why similar: Simulation 50.9%, Crafting 48.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #23 Mob Factory
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 477 reviews2023
Dev: LiterallyEveryone Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Mob factory is an tower defense and automation game for the lazy adventurer. Smelt down enemy loot into turrets & factories to automate an ever expanding dungeon from the comfort of your tower.
Why similar: Crafting 30.5%, Building 23.3%, Simulation 20.4%, Resource Management 20.4%, 2D 4.6%
- #24 Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 531 reviews2025
Dev: Ragnarocket
Windows · Mac · Linux
Craft. Battle. Grow. Join thousands of players in the ultimate tactical RPG where every piece of gear is forged by you — and every fight tests your strategy.
Why similar: Auto Battler 63%, Crafting 30.1%, 2D 6.9%
- #25 Ironsmith Medieval Simulator: Prologue
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 110 reviews2020
Dev: The EpicLorePub: SIG Publishing
Windows
Ironsmith: Medieval Simulator - Prologue allows you to become the local blacksmith in medieval reality. Master your skills by ceaselessly crafting tools and weapons for various social classes.
Why similar: Simulation 74.6%, Indie 21.7%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #26 Master Forge
79% matchVery Positive90% of 68 reviews2023
Dev: IT Student
Windows
Having inherited an old forge, it is now up to you to run the shop. Gain riches and fame, upgrade your forge and gain access to new resources to expand your product selection. One day, word of your skill may reach the ears of more than just commoners.
Why similar: Simulation 51.9%, Resource Management 48.1%
- #27 Alnico Smithery
78% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: Pinapl
Windows
Alnico Smithery is a hand-drawn, physics-based forging simulator. Mine for ore, smelt ingots, discover alloys, forge tools, and rebuild the smithery your grandfather left behind.
Why similar: Simulation 27.8%, Crafting 27.6%, Casual 18.4%, Resource Management 13.3%, 2D 12.8%
- #28 Dwarf Eats Mountain
77% matchVery Positive81% of 508 reviews2026
Dev: Green Wizard
Windows · Linux
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dwarves hunger for gold, and no mountain shall stand in their way! Mine riches, unearth artifacts, and upgrade your dwarves to devour ever-bigger peaks in this whimsical incremental game.
Why similar: Dwarves 65.9% ★, Building 11.2%, Resource Management 6.6%, Simulation 5%, Arcade 4.9%
- #29 Gladiator Guild Manager
76% matchVery Positive81% of 3,937 reviews2024
Dev: Entertainment ForgePub: GrabTheGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A strategic autobattler sim where you build a team of gladiators, compete in arenas, plan fight tactics, and form alliances. Combine fighters, beasts, and mages, develop and equip them to optimize your well-oiled fighting machine, dominate the championships, and leave your mark on the world.
Why similar: Auto Battler 62.2%, Building 23.5%, Resource Management 10%, Indie 3%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #30 Crafter's Hollow
77% matchMixed56% of 66 reviews2025
Dev: Wylde Wisp Games
Windows
Forge gear, run a shop, and send mercenaries into danger so you don’t have to. A cozy-but-clever crafting sim where business booms, heroes bicker, and dungeons provide all the “supply chain” problems you’ll ever need.
Why similar: Crafting 58.3%, Simulation 30.5%, 2D 9.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #31 AutoForge
76% matchVery Positive87% of 457 reviews2024
Dev: Siege Games
Windows
A 2D automation sandbox adventure. Build an automated factory with Mana-powered machines, progress through an expansive tech tree, explore a vast and wonderful world, upgrade yourself with ancient technologies, and defend it all from invasions.
Why similar: Crafting 34.4%, Building 31.9%, Resource Management 17.6%, Simulation 16.1%
- #32 Lootun
75% matchVery Positive94% of 1,013 reviews2024
Dev: ArrowSoftGames
Windows
Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 89.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lootun is a Semi-Idle RPG with a strong focus on Character/Skill Progression, Item Hunting, and Inventory Management. Assemble a team of adventurers and send them off to clear missions while you Craft, Upgrade and Enchant the Loot!
Why similar: Auto Battler 72.4%, Crafting 24%, 2D 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #33 Oddsparks: An Automation Adventure
74% matchVery Positive84% of 2,228 reviews2025
Dev: Massive MiniteamPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Oddsparks is a blend of automation and real-time strategy for both the die-hard fans of the automation genre and the automation-curious. Explore a strange fantasy world, uncover the mysteries of the past, automate your workshops, and go on adventures with your odd & adorable Sparks!
Why similar: Building 52.9%, Crafting 28.5%, Resource Management 16.4%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #34 ShapeHero Factory
73% matchVery Positive89% of 986 reviews2025
Dev: Asobism.Co.,Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
In ShapeHero Factory, you’re the engineer of an ever-evolving paint-fuelled factory that spits out magical, shape-based warriors. Send them into battle - to death or glory - then build an even better factory on your next run.
Why similar: Auto Battler 41.5%, Building 20.2%, Crafting 15.4%, Resource Management 12.9%, Simulation 10.1%
- #35 Adventurer Manager
78% matchMixed60% of 576 reviews2014
Dev: Vigilant Addiction StudiosPub: BBEW BBEW, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Reunite the kingdom of Adventuria and defeat the evil Illusionist Miraj by recruiting Adventurers to send on Adventures for epic loot and rewards in this RPG/Management Sim with tons of depth, randomization, and customization options!
Why similar: Dwarves 72.2% ★, Casual 10.6%, Simulation 9.7%, Indie 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #36 Forage Wizard
71% matchVery Positive85% of 754 reviews2026
Dev: Lost Maxim
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Click, craft and collect your way to alchemical mastery. Progress through a branching skill tree and explore the forbidden woods. Collect resources and build machines of magic. Slay monsters, farm crops and automate your production to become the all-powerful Forage Wizard!
Why similar: Crafting 30.5%, Building 22.1%, Simulation 15.1%, Resource Management 14.4%, Casual 9.4%
- #37 Alchemy Factory
70% matchVery Positive90% of 2,293 reviews2025
Dev: D5 CopperheadPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Craft your workshop as an alchemist! Harness arcane devices to automate crafting. Sell alchemical goods, fulfill commissions, and rise to become a renowned alchemy magnate. Multiplayer Supported! Invite master designers to (ahem) contribute their expertise—let them optimize your production lines!
Why similar: Building 33.6%, Crafting 31.2%, Simulation 12.7%, Resource Management 10.2%, Casual 9.7%
- #38 Doomfields
72% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2025
Dev: KJGames
Windows
Doomfields is a roguelite autobattler where you assemble a team of heroes. Every character transforms into a more specialized one as it levels up. You get to pick up to 5 characters that specialize in something different. You have to compose the best possible team based on loot and their abilities.
Why similar: Auto Battler 39.6%, Dark Fantasy 39.5%, Simulation 14.8%, Indie 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #39 Master Bladesmith
73% matchMixed65% of 464 reviews2024
Dev: Elixir Games
Windows
This unique RPG blends VR action and progression. Mine materials, buy equipment, build your arsenal by crafting more and more powerful blades. Battle in the Time Chamber to test your creations as you progress through levels, and build your character as you upgrade your equipment.
Why similar: Crafting 44.3%, Simulation 40.9%, Indie 12.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #40 Potion Tycoon
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 719 reviews2024
Dev: Snowhound GamesPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Potion Tycoon is a management simulator with a witchy twist! Build and develop your very own magic shop. Manage resources, set up production lines, mix potions and sell them smartly to stay ahead of the competition. Welcome to the potion business!
Why similar: Building 44.4%, Simulation 24.2%, Resource Management 19.3%, 2D 9.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #41 A Game of Dwarves
75% matchMixed63% of 553 reviews2012
Dev: Zeal Game StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A Dwarven Prince on a quest to reclaim his people’s stolen land will take you on a great journey. Explore a continent filled with buried treasures and unearth mysteries that have laid hidden since the Great War.
Why similar: Dwarves 83.4% ★, Building 5.9%, Crafting 4.3%, Casual 3.6%, Simulation 2.6%
- #42 Gem Miner TD
69% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: iFeral Games
Windows
Mine. Maze. Merge. Survive. Dig for powerful gems, merge them into game-breaking towers, stack buffs, and pick roguelike perks to build wild synergies. Do not let enemies drag your miner to the lava!
Why similar: Dwarves 63.7% ★, Auto Battler 30.8%, 2D 3.3%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #43 EcoGnomix
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 293 reviews2024
Dev: Irox GamesPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 60%
A quirky mix of roguelite and city builder. Build a lively little city above, by looting mystical caves with a team of gnomes below! Use multiple runs to unlock upgrades and abilities to help your gnomes venture deeper into the dangerous underground.
Why similar: Building 71.4%, Simulation 25.2%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #44 Soul Smith of the Kingdom
74% matchMixed60% of 149 reviews2018
Dev: Inu to NekoPub: Starship Studio
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Soul Smith of the Kingdom is a business idle game involving smith workshop business. Play as Nine,heiress of the unparalleled Andelioar Workshop in the kingdom,instruct smiths and adventurers and make perfect weapons--all to revitalize the workshop!
Why similar: Simulation 51.5%, Casual 34.4%, Indie 14.2%
- #45 Grime&Gold
68% matchNo user reviews95% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: Pemdora
Windows
Fancy some cards, alchemist? Grime & Gold is a small game about stacking and mixing cards to craft strange recipes. Open boosters, delve into dungeons to find rare resources, hire goblins to help you to craft the Holy Grail and save the city, and don't forget to serve your shady clients!
Why similar: Crafting 39.2%, Dark Fantasy 30.2%, Resource Management 15.6%, Simulation 12%, Indie 2%
- #46 Island Idle RPG
71% matchMixed66% of 95 reviews2022
Dev: Overaction Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead the Balgairs - mercenaries creatures and experts in the art of hard working - manage the workforce, inputs, capital, other resources and help provide all the equipment and weaponry needed to defeat bosses in distant Dungeons
Why similar: Building 23.4%, Crafting 22.6%, Simulation 17.6%, Resource Management 17.6%, Casual 12.1%
- #47 The Last Craftsman
68% matchVery Positive97% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: AuraTummyache
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get settled into Gear Springs! Gather materials, craft items, go fishing, and battle it out with punch cards in the ruined facility. Don't get distracted though, you've still got to stop the last Craftsman and save the town!
Why similar: Crafting 47.7%, Simulation 37.1%, 2D 15.2%
- #48 Hammer & Anvil VR
73% matchMixed60% of 60 reviews2019
Dev: Thibaut Blanca
Windows
Become the blacksmith of the village! Forge axes, dagues, spikes, shields and sword from iron sticks and other base materials.
Why similar: Simulation 51.1%, Casual 32.8%, Indie 16.1%
- #49 Bard Idle
67% matchMixed69% of 825 reviews2025
Dev: Illegal Turtle 🐢
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 156.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Build a unique team, where each character has a random weapon, race and class. Strong combinations of heroes, enhanced by the ballad creation system and jelly dwarfs, will capture your adventure in history!
Why similar: Auto Battler 80.1%, Resource Management 11.1%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #50 Loot Tycoon
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 387 reviews2026
Dev: Parallel Portal
Windows
You are not the Hero—you are the Merchant who bleeds them dry! Dive into a unique mix of Hack & Slash and Shop Simulation. Farm dungeons with fully automated combat, loot legendary artifacts, and crash the market. Build your shop from a dirty rug to a medieval monopoly.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 60.4%, Simulation 19%, Casual 17.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #51 Hammerting
70% matchMixed57% of 2,582 reviews2021
Dev: Warpzone StudiosPub: Team17 Digital
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Manage a Dwarven mining colony in the unexplored mountains of Mara. As conflict rages in the Overworld, you will need to craft, explore and fight as you provide the allies of your choice with the finest weapons and gear to assist them in the battle for glory.
Why similar: Crafting 33.4%, Building 32%, Simulation 16.7%, Resource Management 16.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #52 Idle Cave Miner
67% matchVery Positive80% of 1,113 reviews2023
Dev: Cold Hours
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 128.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Idle Cave Miner is an idle game about crafting items, mining gems, and building your team of miners. Prestige, craft, and travel to other mines to increase your strength to dig deeper, and find what lurks below.
Why similar: Crafting 43%, Resource Management 18.4%, Simulation 16.6%, 2D 10.1%, Casual 10.1%
- #53 Skeleseller
64% matchVery Positive93% of 365 reviews2026
Dev: Xtonomous
Windows · Mac · Linux
You're a skeleton shopkeep who hires adventurers to collect loot for you after your untimely demise. Send adventurers into battle, sell what they find, and build up your town in this laid-back idle game!
Why similar: Auto Battler 69.7%, Simulation 14.2%, Casual 9%, 2D 3.5%, Indie 2.6%
- #54 Dragon Forge
70% matchMixed50% of 114 reviews2022
Dev: Legend Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become a powerful dragon & automate massive factories! Dragon Forge is an incremental base building adventure game. Uncurse & explore a huge fantasy world full of quests. Gather resources & craft upgrades to become unstoppable! Discover over 100 fables of ancient wisdom at the Dragon Forge.
Why similar: Building 35.2%, Crafting 29.3%, Resource Management 19.5%, Simulation 16%
- #55 Crafting Town
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Musa GUNGOR
Windows
Crafting Town Is : A Crafting game with Simulation&Building where you can Craft and Develop your Village, Source Management and Quests.
Why similar: Crafting 35.3%, Building 18.5%, Simulation 15.6%, Resource Management 14.8%, Casual 8.6%
- #56 Illuminaria
68% matchVery Positive83% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: Selva Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Command a swarm of intelligent robots in their quest to save the world. Mine resources, manage, and defend multiple bases. Go on expeditions, fight in auto-battles, research new technologies, and create your army of golems to bring back the light.
Why similar: Building 30.5%, Crafting 28.3%, Resource Management 16.6%, Simulation 13.2%, Casual 3.8%
- #57 Hold The Mine
64% matchVery Positive85% of 311 reviews2026
Dev: Hookaria GamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Explore and defend your mine against waves of monsters in this innovative roguelike survival game! Collect and manage your resources, discover buildings with unique effects and unleash mighty heroes to hold monsters out of the mine until the sun rises.
Why similar: Dwarves 62.9% ★, Auto Battler 24.4%, Building 6.8%, Resource Management 3.4%, 2D 2.2%
- #58 Shop Legends
69% matchMixed44% of 203 reviews2024
Dev: Cloudcade
Windows
Immerse yourself in an Idle Simulation Tycoon RPG like no other, where you are tasked with managing a thriving item shop, crafting legendary gear for customers, commanding mighty heroes to loot rare artifacts & blueprints all while challenging top-ranked shopkeepers in an epic business adventure!
Why similar: Crafting 51.1%, Simulation 24.8%, 2D 12.1%, Casual 11.9%