Games Like Children of the Forest

Unveil a mystical action-adventure where you shift between human, wolf, raccoon, and raven. Weave fluid combos across forms, purge corruption, and awaken the land’s lost beauty. Together with your spirit fox companion, embark on a soulbound journey of transformation, memory, and inner peace.

Why similar: Character Customization 13.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Third Person 9.6%, Exploration 9.2%

Explore a mysterious land and help the people through your acts of altruism.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.3%, Action-Adventure 16%, Third Person 13.5%, Exploration 12.7%, Story Rich 9.9%

Build fantastic contraptions in this open world sandbox, set in an expansive forest with ever changing climate. Protect your base from enemies and work together with friends to discover the secrets hidden beneath the surface.

Why similar: Cooking 23.1%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Base Building 10.8%, Character Customization 10.4%, Crafting 9.7%

Forsaken Shores is a 1-4 player survival RPG style game. Giving you two game modes to choose from, Adventure or Survival. With the ability to use the same characters in both game modes. So, no need to start a new character every time you want to start on a new world or join a new friend.

Why similar: Cooking 20.4%, RPG 16.3%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Third Person 9%, Base Building 9%

"Echo In The Wild Online": A multiplayer survival adventure with dynamic landscapes, strategic boss battles, and cooperative exploration. Teleport between untamed realms, cultivate resources, and conquer challenges in this ever-evolving world. Explore, survive, and thrive with friends!

Why similar: Cooking 25.9%, Base Building 12.2%, Action-Adventure 12%, Crafting 11%, RPG 10.6%

Bigfoot vs Scots is a dark comedy adventure set on the quirky Scottish island of Amadan. Play as Ann, a fiery outcast uncovering bizarre secrets, battling Bigfoot, and navigating eccentric locals. Packed with biting humor, Scottish culture, and heartfelt themes of belonging and resilience.

Why similar: Character Customization 18.9%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 11.9%, Third Person 10.6%

Kun’tewiktuk: A Mi’kmaw Adventure is a fantasy adventure game inspired by Mi’kmaw legend and folklore. It chronicles the adventures of siblings Wasuek ("Flower") and her brother U'n ("Fog"). They get separated one summer morning and they go on an adventure through the spirit world to reunite.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.4%, Action-Adventure 18.9%, Third Person 15.7%, Exploration 15.4%, Story Rich 12.2%

Grow a crab's clubhouse into a thriving community hub and uproot the island's monster veggie problem in this cozy action adventure.

Why similar: Cooking 25.2%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, RPG 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Crafting 12.1%

Enter a fairy tale world where you’ll battle enemies and gather ingredients in action-packed, while also hiring and training staff to manage your restaurant. This game offers a blend of restaurant management and fairy tale action!

Why similar: Cooking 35.1%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Crafting 10.8%, Exploration 10.6%, Third Person 8.1%

Eternal Edge + is a casual Action-Adventure role-playing game following Cross, an Age-old warrior who is trying to wake his lost Wife from an Eternal slumber. Only together can they defeat the Skeleton King.

Why similar: Character Customization 17.8%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Third Person 11.1%, Exploration 10.9%, Crafting 10.5%

Chill out, unwind and embark on a journey in Zen Fisher to collect all unique fish species and rarities in this vast, stylized 3D open world fishing game. Do you have what it takes to unlock the deepest secrets of the world?

Why similar: RPG 14.1%, Crafting 12.4%, Exploration 11.6%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Stylized 8.9%

In this semi-open world, cozy horse game, form a deep bond with your horse while you explore, forage, and craft. Using training techniques and knowledge passed down through the ages, tame a wild horse to ride through and discover the land's rich natural history in 1800s Idaho.

Why similar: Cooking 22.3%, Crafting 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Exploration 8.4%

A "creepy cozy" 3D adventure game about rebuilding a haunted ghost town, meeting weird creatures, and listening to ridiculous music!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.4%, Third Person 13.4%, Exploration 13.3%, Crafting 12.2%, Story Rich 10.3%

Ride through the apocalypse with your friends! BUS: Bro U Survived is a co-op story-driven adventure featuring your very own bus! Fight zombies, gather resources, help other survivors, and solve puzzles. Can you uncover the truth about the beginning of the epidemic and decide the fate of the island?

Why similar: Character Customization 23.8%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Exploration 15.8%, Third Person 11.6%, Story Rich 9.4%

The Kingdom of Valoria is in grave danger - The King has sent his most trusted Alchemist to help fight off the monster hordes near the town of Elyzium. Fight monsters, craft potions, cast spells and live the life of a powerful sorcerer fighting to repel the monsters from the defenseless town...

Why similar: Cooking 31.9%, Character Customization 15.5%, Crafting 13.6%, Exploration 11%, RPG 10.1%

Brew potions, cast spells, and master alchemy in a fast-paced potion shop where magic and language intertwine. Experiment with weird ingredients, and manage quirky customers while avoiding failures! Every potion is a puzzle, but will you perfect your craft or turn your shop into a disaster zone?

Why similar: Cooking 30.7%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Character Customization 12.5%, Crafting 10.8%

The story of young Kiki trapped in a cursed land. Journey through time loops to find your lost mother and change your destiny. Build villages, explore dungeons, grow with each soul collected.

Why similar: Character Customization 16.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 11%, Story Rich 9%

Join Siku, a fierce and cunning wolf, on a thrilling journey as he seeks to rescue his pack from a notorious hunter gang, with the invaluable aid of Uki, a resilient spirit guide.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.1%, Third Person 19.5%, Exploration 19.1%, Story Rich 15.5%, Atmospheric 10.6%

Explore the vast and beautiful wonders of Riverfall, uncover its lost secrets, and save it from annihilation in this Fantasy RPG. Fight through beasts, master your magic, solve ancient riddles, and discover what it means to bring justice to the gods.

Why similar: RPG 26.3%, Character Customization 23.4%, Story Rich 14.6%, Stylized 9.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%

Explore the beautiful Adriatic coast, roam among the spirits of Mediterranean old-folk tales and live in the moment throughout your adventure. Strengthen the bond with your spirit companion and unlock unusual abilities to help you explore.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.9%, Exploration 16.2%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Third Person 13.9%, Story Rich 10.6%

Trapped in a strange, unfinished game, you must explore random chunks, gather resources, and fend off dangerous mobs. Watch out for bugs lurking in the shadows—while a mysterious developer named Dev claims to help. But can you trust him? Try to escape back to the real world... if you can, of course!

Why similar: RPG 26.9%, Action-Adventure 18%, Story Rich 16.2%, Third Person 12.6%, Exploration 8.9%

This is an Open World Survival Craft and Building game! Build your base, Craft items, Endure the elements, Survive and Thrive in a lush open world full with untamed places and animals. Enjoy solo or team up with friends in a thrilling online co-op experience for up to 4 players! Welcome to Tropica!

Why similar: Cooking 22%, Base Building 14.4%, Character Customization 13%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Third Person 9.3%

🌿 The Last Shores is a chill solar-punk adventure. Clean, explore, and uncover the secrets of a forgotten island while restoring its lost harmony. 🏝️✨

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Third Person 13.9%, Exploration 12.7%, Story Rich 8.8%

Everlast: Undying Tale is an online co-op action-adventure RPG. Cursed by Death to live as an Undead. You must balance the powers of this curse against its effects on your humanity. Fight, craft, and quest across a vast world in this homage to classic RPGs.

Why similar: Character Customization 17.8%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Third Person 11.6%, Exploration 10.8%, RPG 10.1%

Happy-go-lucky dog helps save a local animal sanctuary, with help from furry (and not so furry) friends! Wag those tails and bound and bounce your way through this cozy adventure!

Why similar: Character Customization 23.1%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Exploration 14.1%, Third Person 13.5%, Story Rich 9.2%

Into the Wild is a cozy, conservation-based game set in the wild savanna of South Africa. Build a wildlife sanctuary in the heart of South Africa. Track animals, rescue the injured, see the big five, and explore a living savannah in this cozy, story-rich life sim, either solo or with friends.

Why similar: Cooking 21.7%, Character Customization 15%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Exploration 9.3%

Emotional, 3rd-person, story-driven, adventure game focused on solving puzzles and using stealth mechanics. Use your bow to interact with environmental elements. Sneak, climb or distract guards to move further unnoticed. Solve light puzzles alongside your path to rescue your loved one.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 14.5%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Character Customization 12.4%, Third Person 12.2%, Emotional 11.3%

A genre-fusion ARPG. Every class plays differently, Warrior plays as Hack n' Slash, Rogue as Stealth rougelike, Cleric is decision based, Druids play creature collecting/farming, Wizards are puzzles, secrets, and code casting and many more! PVE and PVP including Bullet Hell and Soulslike areas!

Why similar: RPG 19%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Exploration 11.1%, Third Person 10%, Crafting 9.9%

Guide Lachea, a young mage rebuilding life among the clouds. Grow a village, master spellcasting, and make choices that shape not just a world, but a person in a story about connection, self-discovery, and the quiet power of doing the right thing.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.4%, Base Building 14.7%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Emotional 9.5%, RPG 8.4%

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

Why similar: Cooking 19.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 18.1%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, RPG 10.6%, Story Rich 8.5%

Lumoryn: Whispering Worlds is an MMO of true rarity. Unique quests, permanent NPC deaths, unpredictable bosses, evolving worlds, and legendary items only one player can claim. Knowledge, not grind, shapes the world.

Why similar: Cooking 18.2%, Character Customization 13%, Action-Adventure 12%, RPG 11.5%, Third Person 10.1%

A Fantasy, Open-World, RPG of adventure, cost, and reward, where the player determines their choices and then chooses between them. Champion the forsaken and forge them into a nation, or watch it all burn and take everything for yourself.

Why similar: RPG 24.8%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Exploration 12.9%, Character Customization 11.8%, Third Person 11.3%

Start your journey, visit interesting places, and find out answers to fantastic mysteries. Travel through foothills, forests, mountains and more, in this adventure-filled, turn-based fantasy RPG

Why similar: RPG 27.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.7%, Action-Adventure 19.4%, Exploration 12.5%, Third Person 11.1%

In a vast continent, there is a country called Reese, where ancient human civilization lives for hundreds of years of peace. Until one day, evil forces descended from the sky and launched the most brutal attack in history, plunging Reese into endless chaos...

Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 48.3%, RPG 20%, Character Customization 19.7%, Story Rich 9.3%, Indie 1.9%

Explore a world of magic and adventure in the world of Aritas and defeat the Demon Lord! Play alone in singleplayer or with friends on LAN in this classic-inspired RPG!

Why similar: Character Customization 18.5%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 12.2%, Third Person 11.4%, RPG 10.8%

Embark on a journey in Shinzen Hollow, a captivating farm-sim RPG set in the Japanese highlands. Beyond farming, discover secrets, form bonds with NPCs, and tackle mysteries. With combat, crafting, and the beauty of changing seasons, experience a world filled with endless adventure and tranquility.

Why similar: Cooking 20.2%, Character Customization 13.4%, Base Building 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, RPG 9.4%

Land of Infinite Dreams is a single-player, story-driven action-adventure about Princess Luna — a young girl who escapes into Lunaria, a dreamworld shaped by loss, loneliness and imagination.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.9%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Story Rich 14%, Emotional 11.5%, Third Person 9.6%

A psychological narrative experience where perception fades and reality unravels. Explore, observe, and feel the descent into the human mind.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 23.2%, Third Person 16.9%, Exploration 16.4%, Emotional 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12.3%

Altheia: The Wrath of Aferi is a fantasy adventure game where a sword–wielding Guardian and an arcane Monk must learn to work together to defeat the Void corrupting their home. Explore ruined temples, solve environmental puzzles, rescue spirits, and defeat giant Void monsters!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.6%, Action-Adventure 16%, RPG 13.6%, Third Person 13.5%, Exploration 13.3%

A game that will break your heart! A deeply emotional, story-driven adventure set in a stunningly crafted post-apocalyptic world. Play as Sara, torn from her family during a brutal conflict, and embark on a journey of hope, loss, and discovery.

Why similar: Emotional 19.5%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Story Rich 14.9%, Action-Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 13.6%

In the dark realm of Errodean, Morgath's malevolent rule casts a shadow over all. Confront the sorcerer and restore peace. Hone your skills, and prepare for the ultimate battle. Will you rise as Errodean's hero?"

Why similar: Character Customization 17.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Exploration 12.1%, RPG 11.4%, Third Person 11.3%

Haru and Wonder Land is a game where Haru, a young cellist, embarks on an adventure in a mysterious world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.8%, Emotional 16.5%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Exploration 13.8%, RPG 13.3%

Immerse yourself in the world of Anima, a powerful entity with magical powers. Help Anima in her quest to obtain freedom from the prison she's been trapped by her own kind.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.7%, Action-Adventure 21.4%, Third Person 17.4%, Exploration 12.4%, 3D 9.3%

Surviving West takes you to a beautiful world with many things to do and locations to discover. A peaceful and calm start with focus on building and surviving. When you are ready you can explore the world and find its treasures. In Surviving West you decide.. but be prepared for everything.

Why similar: Cooking 24.1%, Character Customization 13.9%, Base Building 13.3%, Crafting 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

Story-driven open world RPG that throws you into a grand adventure in the world of WestFallen. Explore, quest, and fight your way through the world as you seek to avenge your family. Explore and experience the world of WestFallen as you follow the story or go your own way.

Why similar: Character Customization 16.2%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, RPG 13.6%, Story Rich 12%, Exploration 10%

Explore a defined mystical world where magic can be harnessed in the form of Runes. Start as an adventuring knight, and build your skills to become a powerful sorcerer. Go on Quests that are catered to the skills you advance. Use the runes to aid you in combat, crafting , and survival!

Why similar: Character Customization 17.3%, Base Building 15%, Action-Adventure 13%, Crafting 10.9%, Exploration 10.6%

Realistic survival simulation game, where players must endure and thrive while managing resources, crafting goods, and overcoming obstacles. The game features modern tools and equipment and the constant threat of nuclear war, adding urgency to the player's journey.

Why similar: Cooking 28.7%, Base Building 20%, Crafting 16.2%, Action-Adventure 13.3%, Exploration 12.3%

"Astra Village" is a game about an innocent girl, Chloe, reviving a ruined village and inn. Chloe explores the area around the village, harvesting and making necessary supplies through farming, manufacturing, and helping the villagers and uncovering the hidden secrets of the village in the process.

Why similar: Cooking 27.2%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Crafting 13.6%, Exploration 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

A short top-down narrative game about alcohol, denial, and the first honest moment of accountability.

Why similar: RPG 25.7%, Action-Adventure 22.9%, Exploration 19.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, Emotional 11.2%

In this narrative action adventure, experience both the beauty and the brutality of the natural world through the eyes of a mother groundhog on a quest for revenge.

Why similar: Emotional 14.3%, Female Protagonist 13%, Story Rich 9.8%, Stylized 9.7%, Exploration 9.5%

ARIDA: Backland's Awakening. A story of survival and adventure in the brazilian backlands. Face the drought to explore the more arid regions, gather resources and discover clues about the fate of the young Cícera.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 16.7%, Emotional 11.4%, Crafting 11%, Story Rich 10.3%, Third Person 10%

Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.4%, Emotional 15.2%, Exploration 12.2%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Story Rich 10.4%

It’s the 100th year anniversary of the ultimate cooking competition show, Four Course Dungeon! Every year, chefs from across the land gather to compete in a hunting, gathering, and cooking battle royale. Four chefs will enter, but only ONE can claim the title of the Legendary Dragon Chef!

Why similar: Cooking 53.4%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, Third Person 11%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, 3D 5.9%

A stylized top-down 3D bartender simulator. Your task is to quickly make cocktails & drinks according to recipes in a given time. Success depends on tactics, space planning and your adaptation speed. Ready for the challenge? Then grab your shaker and shake!

Why similar: Cooking 35.6%, Crafting 16.1%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Exploration 10%, 3D 7.2%

Afallon is a single-player RPG with the feel of an MMO. Choose your class and race to forge a unique character, explore a large open world with diverse zones and biomes, and experience a living world that changes based on your actions.

Why similar: Character Customization 17.4%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, RPG 13.6%, Third Person 13.2%, Exploration 11.3%

A third person, action-adventure game with a medieval and biology style. Explore inside the human body as a COVID-virus fighting your way past enemy white blood cells and immune proteins. Find and infect cells to score points.

Why similar: Action-Adventure 17%, Exploration 13.3%, Third Person 12.8%, RPG 10.5%, Atmospheric 9.9%

This is an RPG game where you will follow our protagonist to fight and save lives!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 20.5%, Exploration 14.5%, Base Building 14%, Crafting 12.1%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

Cook and serve the best burgers in the world as fast as you can. Do you have what it takes to be the best chef in the world?

Why similar: Cooking 43.8%, Third Person 16.1%, Stylized 11.5%, Atmospheric 6.9%, 3D 6.8%

Scarf Tale is an RPG with light roguelike elements and a focus on exploration. You awaken into a new life, reborn in the world of Scarf Tale. Armed with a scarf, a weapon, and the drive to push further out and uncover what’s waiting beyond the town.

Why similar: Character Customization 22.7%, RPG 20.8%, Exploration 13.5%, Base Building 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12.8%

Eletta is a mischievous action-adventure where you turn the environment into a weapon, setting up clever and chaotic traps to outwit enemies in ways that are equal parts hilarious and slightly devious.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.7%, Action-Adventure 17.9%, Third Person 12.8%, Exploration 11%, Story Rich 10.5%