- #1 DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom
97% matchVery Positive89% of 394 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 Sim 28.7%, Life Sim 15.1%, Farming 10.4% ★, Cartoon 6.3%, Crafting 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the charming crossover with refined mechanics and a new, expansive world to explore.
- #2 STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
96% matchVery Positive93% of 5,636 reviews2020
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!
Why similar: Farming Sim 54.8%, Life Sim 11.7%, Simulation 8.6%, RPG 7.6%, Cute 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: This title serves as the foundation for the modern farming-sim genre, offering a classic and polished experience.
- #3 Stardew Valley
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 992,215 reviews2016
Dev: ConcernedApe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 83.6 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 41.5%, Life Sim 22.7%, Crafting 8.4%, Relaxing 8.4%, RPG 7%
Why You'll Like It: As the gold standard of the genre, it offers the most comprehensive farming, social, and life-simulation experience available.
- #4 Fields of Mistria
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 27,018 reviews2024
Dev: NPC Studio
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 Sim 32.3%, Life Sim 17.4%, Farming 15.8% ★, Crafting 6.1%, RPG 6%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the 90s anime aesthetic and cozy, character-focused gameplay that makes the seed game so special.
- #5 Rune Factory 4 Special
94% matchVery Positive89% of 2,234 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!
Why similar: Farming Sim 50.2%, RPG 11.3%, Anime 9%, Crafting 8.8%, Farming 7.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: It masterfully blends traditional farming-sim mechanics with deep RPG combat and social relationship building.
- #6 STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,355 reviews2023
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Marvelous
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 14.6 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 22.3% ★, Life Sim 19.9%, Farming Sim 19.8%, Family Friendly 9%, RPG 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: This remake emphasizes the passage of time and family growth, mirroring the heartwarming life-sim aspects of the seed game.
- #7 Shin chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation The Endless Seven-Day Journey
93% matchVery Positive83% of 499 reviews2022
Dev: Neos Corporation
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Shin chan: Summer Vacation Experience
Why similar: Farming Sim 31.6%, Life Sim 19.4%, Anime 9.2%, Cartoon 8.5%, Atmospheric 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same anime-based IP charm and relaxing, nostalgic summer vacation atmosphere.
- #8 Coral Island
91% matchVery Positive89% of 25,947 reviews2023
Dev: Stairway GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 52.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 43.6%, Life Sim 23.8%, Crafting 8.9%, Relaxing 8.4%, RPG 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: This modern, high-fidelity farming sim provides a vibrant world with a diverse cast of characters and deep social systems.
- #9 STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town
92% matchVery Positive80% of 1,579 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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: Farming Sim 36.9%, Life Sim 20.3%, Cartoon 8.4%, RPG 7.3%, Anime 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern entry in the series that inspired the seed game, featuring extensive customization and land management.
- #10 Roots of Pacha
91% matchVery Positive94% of 4,347 reviews2023
Dev: Soda Den
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 38.1%, Life Sim 21.5%, Crafting 12.2%, Relaxing 8.9%, RPG 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique, community-focused farming experience set in a prehistoric world with a heavy emphasis on social bonds.
- #11 My Time at Portia
90% matchVery Positive92% of 44,040 reviews2019
Dev: Pathea GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 36.1 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 37.6%, Life Sim 24.2%, Crafting 13.2%, RPG 8.2%, Simulation 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on crafting and community building in a charming, vibrant world that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #12 Wylde Flowers
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,648 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Drydock Pty Ltd
Windows
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 82.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 42.6%, Life Sim 23.4%, Simulation 8.7%, Crafting 7.7%, Relaxing 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines farming and life-sim elements with a strong, story-rich narrative involving magic and community.
- #13 Moonstone Island
89% matchVery Positive84% of 4,722 reviews2023
Dev: Studio SupersoftPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 38.6%, Life Sim 23.4%, Relaxing 9.7%, Cute 8.5%, RPG 8%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends cozy farming with creature collection and exploration, offering a refreshing twist on the genre.
- #14 Ooblets
88% matchVery Positive91% of 1,527 reviews2023
Dev: Glumberland
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.4 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 Sim 33.8%, Farming 16.6% ★, Crafting 10.8%, Family Friendly 9.8%, Relaxing 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and quirky farming-sim that emphasizes creature collection and lighthearted, humorous social interactions.
- #15 Littlewood
87% matchVery Positive93% of 6,792 reviews2020
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 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: Farming Sim 27.7%, Life Sim 25.9%, Crafting 12.8%, Relaxing 9.8%, RPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, town-building sim that focuses on character relationships and a peaceful, low-stress gameplay loop.
- #16 Grow: Song of the Evertree
86% matchVery Positive81% of 2,538 reviews2021
Dev: Prideful SlothPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.2 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 36.2%, Life Sim 20.1%, Family Friendly 9.9%, Cute 6.9%, Simulation 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on world-building and nurturing nature in a cozy, visually stunning environment.
- #17 Garden Paws
86% matchVery Positive90% of 2,485 reviews2018
Dev: Bitten Toast Games Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 21.5 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 39.3%, Crafting 15.2%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Relaxing 9.4%, Cute 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features cute animal characters and a relaxing, open-ended farming and shop-management experience.
- #18 Bear and Breakfast
84% matchVery Positive90% of 5,218 reviews2022
Dev: Gummy CatPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Bear and Breakfast is a laid-back management adventure game where you build and run a bed and breakfast...but you’re a bear.
Why similar: Life Sim 18.8%, Cartoon 13.4%, Crafting 10.6%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Family Friendly 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This management-focused game offers a cozy aesthetic and a charming cast of characters in a forest setting.
- #19 Summer in Mara
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,139 reviews2020
Dev: Chibig
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Take care of your own island and sail with your boat in this cozy farming adventure! Relax and unwind exploring a tropical archipelago or harvesting your own crops while helping others. Discover the story of Summer in Mara, with farming, crafting and exploring mechanics.
Why similar: Farming Sim 35.2%, Life Sim 21.9%, Hand-drawn 10.5%, Crafting 10.1%, Relaxing 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused farming sim with a beautiful, hand-drawn art style that emphasizes a peaceful island life.
- #20 Farm Together
83% matchVery Positive94% of 22,015 reviews2018
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 138.7 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 57.2%, Relaxing 15.5%, Simulation 12%, Cute 8.8%, Casual 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing and straightforward farming game that allows for massive expansion and creative customization.
- #21 Big Farm Story
84% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,339 reviews2021
Dev: Goodgame Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Build your dream farm with your friends & animals in Big Farm Story. Grow crops, tend your fields, craft and explore the world in this farming adventure. Meet new friends around each corner, shape your own community and have fun writing your own story.
Why similar: Farming Sim 27.3%, Farming 20.3% ★, Life Sim 18.2%, Crafting 8.1%, Relaxing 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven farming sim that focuses on rebuilding a family legacy through community interactions.
- #22 Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story
81% matchVery Positive99% of 486 reviews2024
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A simulation game where you create a wonderful sweets shop with Doraemon
Why similar: Life Sim 44.6%, Simulation 22.2%, Anime 10.5%, Cute 9.8%, Colorful 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A management-focused spin-off featuring the same beloved characters in a charming shop-building setting.
- #23 Aka
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 670 reviews2022
Dev: Cosmo GattoPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Find inner peace in a small, open-world game. On these carefully handcrafted islands, you can take a nap on a giant monster, feed baby dragons, take care of the fauna and flora... ...but demons from your past might come back to remind you what you want to forget.
Why similar: Farming Sim 28.7%, Life Sim 18.7%, Crafting 9.8%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A peaceful, character-driven life-sim that prioritizes relaxation and gentle exploration over intense mechanics.
- #24 Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
82% matchVery Positive92% of 5,651 reviews2020
Dev: EdelweissPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Discover the true power of rice in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin! Take on hordes of demons in side-scrolling combat to reclaim the land as Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess banished to a dangerous island. Then, return to your mountain village and tend a field full of glorious rice.
Why similar: Farming Sim 61.4%, Crafting 18.2%, Simulation 8.2%, Colorful 5.5%, Anime 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It features a deeply detailed rice-farming simulation paired with satisfying action-RPG combat elements.
- #25 Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos
81% matchMostly Positive72% of 427 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 38.5%, Life Sim 22%, RPG 9.3%, Simulation 7.9%, Family Friendly 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic series that offers a large, open world to explore and farm in.
- #26 Travellers Rest
80% matchVery Positive88% of 16,540 reviews2020
Dev: Isolated Games
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 19.4 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 37.4%, Life Sim 27.5%, Crafting 9.5%, Isometric 9.1%, RPG 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It blends farming with tavern management, creating a cozy and rewarding gameplay loop focused on community service.
- #27 Slime Rancher
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 151,397 reviews2017
Dev: Monomi Park
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 21.5 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 33.1%, Colorful 16.8%, Family Friendly 16%, Adventure 12.2%, Simulation 11%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and relaxing game about managing cute creatures on a farm, sharing the same lighthearted appeal.
- #28 STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
77% matchVery Positive94% of 3,749 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 44.6 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 33.2%, Life Sim 20.3%, Crafting 11%, Relaxing 7.3%, Family Friendly 7.1%
- #29 Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,409 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a crafting RPG set in the whimsical world of Bandle City. After a party goes wrong, the portals that connect your home collapse and throw everything into chaos! Using your knitting magic and backpack house, restore the portals to reunite Bandle City.
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.2%, Crafting 14.6%, Isometric 13.5%, Family Friendly 9.9%, RPG 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A charming crafting and social RPG with a vibrant, cozy aesthetic that emphasizes building connections.
- #30 Sprout Valley
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 121 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 32.9%, Life Sim 19.2%, Crafting 8.1%, RPG 7.6%, Simulation 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A simple and charming farming-sim that focuses on relaxation and a minimalist, cozy gameplay experience.
- #31 Starsand Island
76% matchVery Positive87% of 7,209 reviews2026
Dev: Seed Sparkle Lab
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 32.4%, Life Sim 19.7%, Crafting 10.3%, Cartoon 8.6%, Relaxing 6.8%
- #32 Luma Island
75% matchVery Positive84% of 12,128 reviews2024
Dev: Feel Free Games
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 24.3 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 32.6%, Life Sim 14.7%, Crafting 11.7%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Relaxing 8.1%
- #33 Alchemy Story
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 196 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 34.8%, Life Sim 14.8%, Crafting 11.4%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Relaxing 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, relaxing game that blends farming with potion-making and animal care in a whimsical world.
- #34 Echoes of the Plum Grove
74% matchVery Positive88% of 3,019 reviews2024
Dev: Unwound GamesPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 32.5%, Life Sim 18.6%, Crafting 10.5%, Hand-drawn 9.8%, Family Friendly 8.9%
- #35 Hokko Life
76% matchMixed66% of 2,650 reviews2022
Dev: Gizmo GardenPub: 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 Sim 27%, Life Sim 16.7%, Farming 16% ★, Crafting 6.9%, Family Friendly 6.4%
- #36 Cornucopia®
75% matchVery Positive88% of 630 reviews2023
Dev: David Dolynny | Subconscious GamesPub: Subconscious Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Stardew Valley meets Paper Mario in the coziest farming RPG you've never played. Romance 34+ characters, befriend 50+, raise adorable animals, and grow crops using real soil science. No forced bedtime. A handcrafted 2.5D world full of charm, secrets, and the dream life you've been waiting for.
Why similar: Farming Sim 37%, Life Sim 20.5%, Crafting 10.8%, Relaxing 7.6%, RPG 6.9%
- #37 Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,109 reviews2017
Dev: TABOT, inc.Pub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In celebration of Harvest Moon's 20th Anniversary comes an all new Harvest Moon title for Steam! Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition! The game encompasses twenty years of the spirit that have made the franchise what it is today!
Why similar: Farming Sim 48.8%, Life Sim 22.7%, RPG 8.5%, Simulation 6.5%, Farming 4.5% ★
- #38 Song Of The Prairie
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,505 reviews2024
Dev: The Droplet StudioPub: AOE Plus
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 Sim 31.1%, Life Sim 18.5%, Farming 15.2% ★, Crafting 10.8%, Relaxing 7.2%
- #39 Ninano: Dream Ranch
74% matchMostly Positive80% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: NABI
Windows
Welcome to the Ranch, where you can raise animals! Diverse locals such as Elves, Demons, Vampires, and others await you. Collaborate with them to build new facilities and invite new neighbors to make the Village vibrant. Enjoy activities like fishing, cooking, gathering, dating, and mini-games!
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.8%, Life Sim 18.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%, Family Friendly 8%, Relaxing 6.4%
- #40 Farm Together 2
69% matchVery Positive94% of 5,123 reviews2025
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 27.5 hrsMean: 110.0 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 41.8%, Life Sim 22.6%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Relaxing 8.5%, Cute 7.6%
- #41 Summer in Mara Prologue
73% matchVery Positive87% of 1,050 reviews2020
Dev: Chibig
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 16%
A demo of Summer in Mara. Discover the beginning of this adventure and take care of your island by harvesting your crops, fishing on your pond, and cooking. Enjoy the opening act to this farming adventure.
Why similar: Farming Sim 29%, Life Sim 18.4%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Cartoon 10.6%, Anime 7.5%
- #42 Tales of Seikyu
70% matchVery Positive84% of 1,022 reviews2025
Dev: ACE EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Inspired by the charm of games like Fields of Mistria and Rune Factory, Tales of Seikyu is a cozy adventure filled with warmth, nature, and magic! Farm, decorate and find love in this charming and mystical fantasy farming sim.
Why similar: Farming Sim 28.3%, Life Sim 17.3%, Farming 15.6% ★, Relaxing 10.3%, Crafting 8.4%
- #43 Re:Legend
73% matchMixed55% of 2,021 reviews2022
Dev: Magnus Games StudioPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 Sim 38.2%, Farming 17.4% ★, Crafting 12.1%, RPG 8.2%, Simulation 6.5%
- #44 Sun Haven
70% matchVery Positive81% of 24,588 reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Sprout Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 14.8 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 44.4%, Life Sim 21.9%, Crafting 9.6%, Relaxing 7.5%, RPG 7.4%
- #45 Critter Crops
72% matchMixed53% of 79 reviews2024
Dev: Skyreach Studio
Windows
Enter the world of Mutter Island as Sylvie, a newfound witch with the ability to grow magical Critters. Restore the island, welcome the unwelcome, and uncover the mystery of Sylvie's past!
Why similar: Farming Sim 28%, Isometric 13.4%, Crafting 9.9%, Family Friendly 9.1%, Relaxing 6.8%
- #46 Everdream Valley
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 944 reviews2023
Dev: MooneatersPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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: Farming Sim 36.3%, Life Sim 20.1%, Crafting 11.8%, Relaxing 8.4%, Cute 7.1%
- #47 Farmer's Dynasty
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,227 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 41.9%, Life Sim 24.2%, Simulation 7.7%, RPG 7.1%, Crafting 6.8%
- #48 Disney Dreamlight Valley
67% matchVery Positive92% of 23,720 reviews2023
Dev: Gameloft
Windows
Median: 32.6 hrsMean: 114.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 30.2%, Life Sim 24.1%, Crafting 10.6%, Relaxing 10.5%, Family Friendly 10.2%
- #49 Garden Buddies
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 92 reviews2023
Dev: JamPicsPub: RedDeer.Games
Windows
Unleash your inner gardener and immerse yourself in the serene world of Garden Buddies, cultivating a vibrant flower garden alongside your new friend Mutsy. Discover an enchanting and fulfilling experience to release your stress.
Why similar: Farming Sim 34.7%, Life Sim 20.6%, Crafting 10.9%, Relaxing 8.4%, RPG 7%
- #50 Harvest Island: Beginnings
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 137 reviews2020
Dev: YobobPub: Yobob Games
Windows
Milk cows, pet goats, shear sheep, plant crops, and give your offerings to the gods in this relaxing, cute, adventure, story driven farming simulator set on a remote island. Don't wander off too far from your home. It's safer to stay in the comfort of your farm.
Why similar: Farming Sim 33.2%, Farming 21.8% ★, Life Sim 13.1%, Relaxing 7.2%, Cute 5.7%
- #51 Rune Factory 5
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,044 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!
Why similar: Farming Sim 51.7%, RPG 11.6%, Anime 10%, Crafting 8.6%, Simulation 7.9%
- #52 Everafter Falls
67% matchVery Positive84% of 668 reviews2024
Dev: SquareHuskyPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 Sim 32%, Life Sim 18.2%, Farming 14.5% ★, Crafting 10.1%, RPG 5.8%
- #53 Harvest Life
72% matchMixed52% of 269 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 55.5%, Crafting 9.5%, Simulation 8.9%, Farming 8.8% ★, Family Friendly 6.9%
- #54 Lemon Cake
68% matchVery Positive85% of 2,012 reviews2021
Dev: Cozy Bee Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Restore an abandoned bakery and prepare pastries from farm to table! Grow fresh ingredients in the greenhouse, cook pastries & sweets in the kitchen and serve your baked goods to hungry customers in your own shop!
Why similar: Farming Sim 36.3%, Life Sim 16.6%, Family Friendly 8.1%, Cute 7.8%, Simulation 7.7%
- #55 Japanese Rural Life Adventure
66% matchVery Positive80% of 175 reviews2026
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
Japanese Rural Life Adventure is a relaxing slow-life simulation where you can experience the charm of traditional Japanese countryside living, all in a beautifully crafted pixel-art world.
Why similar: Farming Sim 45.7%, Life Sim 32.8%, Simulation 8.3%, Relaxing 4%, RPG 3.6%
- #56 Micro macro farm
68% matchVery Positive80% of 147 reviews2023
Dev: Diego Schram Games
Windows
Micro macro farm is a small relaxing and cozy game about farming. Plant seeds, harvest them and create products. Make money and gain experience to unlock more seeds, buy machines and expand your garden.
Why similar: Farming Sim 39.4%, Cartoon 12.1%, Crafting 9.4%, Simulation 7.9%, Cute 6.8%
- #57 Everdream Village
66% matchMostly Positive73% of 133 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 38.5%, Life Sim 20%, Crafting 9.5%, Relaxing 7%, Simulation 6.2%
- #58 Sugardew Island - Your cozy farm shop
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 351 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 37.8%, Farming 13% ★, Isometric 10.9%, Family Friendly 8.7%, Relaxing 8.4%
- #59 Firefly Village
65% matchVery Positive88% of 117 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 Sim 30.5%, Life Sim 16.4%, Farming 15.1% ★, Family Friendly 7.8%, RPG 7.3%
- #60 Tiny Pasture
63% matchVery Positive93% of 8,163 reviews2025
Dev: CaveLiquidPub: Gamersky Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 26.5 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Meet your new little desk buddies! They’ll snooze, scratch, and scamper around while you work or study (don’t worry, they’ve been trained not to invade your workspace). If you’re good at animal management, they will occupy the bottom of your screen with different kinds and colors!
Why similar: Farming Sim 49.6%, Relaxing 11.8%, Cute 10.4%, Simulation 8.2%, Crafting 7.4%
