- #1 Venture Towns
97% matchVery Positive80% of 141 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Make your own metropolitan utopia! Stores, mansions, towers--anything goes!
Why similar: City Builder 20.7%, Colony Sim 18%, Farming Sim 14.2%, Life Sim 10%, Simulation 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is a quintessential Kairosoft title that mirrors the town-building and resident management mechanics of the seed game perfectly.
- #2 Dream Park Story
96% matchVery Positive87% of 175 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create your own amusement park with a variety of rides, mascots, and activities!
Why similar: Colony Sim 25.8%, City Builder 15.8%, Life Sim 12.7%, Simulation 11.5%, Strategy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the same developer's signature pixel-art style and addictive management loop focused on facility placement and visitor satisfaction.
- #3 8-Bit Farm
96% matchMixed67% of 61 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Farm management simulation game! Create the most awesome farm!
Why similar: Colony Sim 20.4%, Farming Sim 19.1%, City Builder 13.4%, Life Sim 11%, Simulation 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar management experience to the seed game but shifts the focus toward agricultural development and rural expansion.
- #4 Dream House Days DX
95% matchVery Positive84% of 324 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Make the dwelling of your dreams a reality in this apartment management sim!
Why similar: Life Sim 17.9%, City Builder 17.2%, Simulation 10.6%, Colony Sim 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the life-sim and relationship-building aspects of the seed game, allowing you to manage residents' personal lives.
- #5 Dungeon Village 2
94% matchVery Positive87% of 711 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Recruit adventurers and monsters to create your own RRG-style town!
Why similar: Colony Sim 25.3%, City Builder 20.9%, Life Sim 12.2%, Simulation 7.5%, Strategy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines the town-building mechanics of the seed game with RPG elements, tasking you with attracting adventurers to your settlement.
- #6 Mega Mall Story 2
94% matchVery Positive95% of 167 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A brand new business sim! Build cafés, movie theaters, aquariums, and more!
Why similar: Colony Sim 27.5%, Life Sim 14.3%, City Builder 13.9%, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Another Kairosoft classic that translates the building and facility-management mechanics of the seed game into a retail environment.
- #7 Littlewood
93% 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: City Builder 23.7%, Life Sim 16.6%, Farming Sim 15.9%, Building 8.1%, Agriculture 8.1% ★
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, pixel-art town-builder that emphasizes community interaction and relationship-building in a relaxing, low-stress environment.
- #8 Oh! Edo Towns
92% matchVery Positive86% of 110 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!
Why similar: Colony Sim 19%, City Builder 16.2%, Farming Sim 15.8%, Life Sim 10.3%, Building 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features the same grid-based city-building and facility-synergy system found in the seed game, set in a historical Japanese context.
- #9 Stardew Valley
91% 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 34.2%, Life Sim 20.8%, Agriculture 8.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Sandbox 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for pixel-art farming and life-sim games, offering deep community integration and management depth.
- #10 Pocket Academy
91% matchVery Positive83% of 217 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Make your dream school in this management simulation game! School got you down?
Why similar: Colony Sim 21.7%, City Builder 19.2%, Life Sim 12.9%, Building 7.9%, Simulation 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on building and managing a school, capturing the same 'management of a growing community' feel as the seed game.
- #11 Fields of Mistria
88% 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 Sim 34.4%, Life Sim 19.9%, Agriculture 8.4% ★, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Simulation 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, modern farming and life-sim that captures the cute aesthetic and community-building spirit of the seed game.
- #12 Tropical Resort Story
90% matchVery Positive90% of 208 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
It's vacation time! Try your hand at managing a lush tropical resort!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.6%, City Builder 23.6%, Simulation 9.6%, Building 6.9%, 2D Platformer 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A Kairosoft title that focuses on managing a vacation destination, sharing the same addictive facility-synergy mechanics.
- #13 Forest Camp Story
89% matchVery Positive85% of 231 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Create and customize your own campground in this charming pixel art sim game.
Why similar: Colony Sim 20.3%, City Builder 18.7%, Farming Sim 13.7%, Life Sim 9.9%, Simulation 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on managing a campsite, providing a similar 'attract visitors and upgrade facilities' gameplay loop.
- #14 Travellers Rest
89% 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 33.9%, Life Sim 27.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Building 10.5%, Management 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A management-heavy pixel-art game where you build and run a tavern, focusing on facility upgrades and customer satisfaction.
- #15 Cafe Master Story
87% matchVery Positive96% of 419 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Serve up food, drinks, and smiles in this retro cafe management sim!
Why similar: Colony Sim 23.2%, City Builder 17.4%, Life Sim 12.6%, Sandbox 7.4%, Simulation 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A management-focused simulation that captures the same satisfying progression of unlocking new items and optimizing layout as the seed game.
- #16 Potion Permit
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 5,410 reviews2022
Dev: MassHive MediaPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Moonbury's residents need healing, and you're the best chemist around! With your trusty tools, a brewing cauldron, and a canine companion at your side, you'll need to diagnose symptoms, gather ingredients, brew potions, and cure ailments in this open-ended sim RPG.
Why similar: Life Sim 39.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Simulation 14.7%, Cute 11.2%, Casual 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: Blends life-sim and management mechanics with a cozy pixel-art style, focusing on building relationships with town residents.
- #17 Sun Haven
86% 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 45.3%, Life Sim 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Agriculture 10.1% ★, Simulation 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: An expansive farming and life-sim that emphasizes town development and social interactions with a diverse cast of characters.
- #18 Moonstone Island
84% 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 24.2%, Life Sim 16.4%, Building 11%, Agriculture 9.4% ★, Sandbox 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines creature collection with farming and town-life elements, offering a similar sense of progression and discovery.
- #19 Hot Springs Story 2
85% matchVery Positive85% of 216 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A "hot" new hot springs resort sim with a ton of new exclusive features!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29%, City Builder 18.4%, Life Sim 15.8%, Simulation 7.9%, Building 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features the classic Kairosoft management formula, focusing on building and maintaining a successful resort with cute pixel graphics.
- #20 Roots of Pacha
82% 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 30.3%, Life Sim 19.1%, Building 10.6%, Agriculture 8.9% ★, Sandbox 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative colony-sim that focuses on building a village from the ground up, emphasizing community growth and technological advancement.
- #21 Burger Bistro Story
84% matchVery Positive83% of 347 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Open your own diner and create custom burgers in this management sim game.
Why similar: City Builder 19.7%, Life Sim 14.1%, Colony Sim 9.9%, Simulation 9.8%, Strategy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A restaurant-management sim that mirrors the facility-optimization and customer-satisfaction systems of the seed game.
- #22 Graveyard Keeper
83% matchVery Positive85% of 55,062 reviews2018
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Build and manage a medieval graveyard while facing ethical dilemmas and making questionable decisions. Welcome to Graveyard Keeper, the most inaccurate medieval cemetery sim of the year.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.4%, Sandbox 17.9%, Building 16.2%, Simulation 15.1%, Management 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a darker, management-focused take on the pixel-art colony-sim genre with deep crafting and facility expansion systems.
- #23 Settlement Survival
81% matchVery Positive85% of 8,054 reviews2022
Dev: Gleamer StudioPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In this city-building game, you will lead a group of survivors in their search for a new home. Manipulate the landscape, manage limited supplies, plant crops, hunt wildlife, gather resources, and develop trade routes to build a bustling and unique town.
Why similar: City Builder 28.8%, Colony Sim 28.1%, Building 11.3%, Sandbox 6.3%, Management 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A survival-oriented city-builder that emphasizes the management of resources and the well-being of your growing population.
- #24 Clanfolk
80% matchVery Positive92% of 4,027 reviews2022
Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.Pub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Clanfolk is a colony sim set in the Scottish Highlands. Harness your environment to survive - fish, gather, hunt, and farm as you prepare for the winter. Build an inn, trade with other clans, have children and marry them off - live life and prosper across the generations.
Why similar: Colony Sim 22.2%, Farming Sim 20.5%, Life Sim 13.7%, Building 8.3%, Agriculture 7.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: A deep colony-sim that focuses on generational survival and management, mirroring the 'raising generations' aspect of the seed game.
- #25 My Time at Sandrock
79% 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 34.2%, Life Sim 29.7%, Building 15.9%, Sandbox 11.7%, Simulation 5%
Why You'll Like It: A 3D life-sim that captures the community-building and crafting spirit of the seed game in a vibrant, engaging world.
- #26 MicroTown
81% matchVery Positive95% of 477 reviews2019
Dev: Snowy Ash Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Build and manage your own settlement! A relaxing village construction and management simulator.
Why similar: Colony Sim 30.8%, City Builder 27%, Sandbox 8.6%, Economy 6.3%, Strategy 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A charming city-builder that focuses on resource management and the needs of your citizens in a small-scale, pixelated world.
- #27 Townsmen - A Kingdom Rebuilt
82% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,400 reviews2019
Dev: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Townsmen – A Kingdom Rebuilt hands the crown to you: Guide your people from their first steps in a small village to a massive medieval metropolis with thousands of inhabitants.
Why similar: Colony Sim 35.2%, City Builder 22.6%, Strategy 11.3%, Simulation 11%, Casual 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A more traditional city-builder that retains the cute aesthetic and colony-management focus of the seed game.
- #28 Townscaper
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 21,604 reviews2021
Dev: Oskar StålbergPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Instant town building toy. Place housing blocks and watch them transform, piece by piece, into idyllic ocean-side towns, pastoral gardens, or sweeping cities on the sea.
Why similar: City Builder 38.7%, Building 18.8%, Sandbox 15.7%, Simulation 10.6%, Cute 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A purely relaxing building game that captures the aesthetic joy of creating a town without the pressure of complex resource management.
- #29 Grow: Song of the Evertree
78% 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 23.9%, City Builder 22.1%, Life Sim 14.7%, Sandbox 8.5%, Agriculture 8% ★
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on world-building and management, offering a relaxing experience centered on nurturing a growing environment.
- #30 Mega Mall Story
77% matchVery Positive94% of 325 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Design a towering mega mall in this mall management simulation game.
Why similar: Colony Sim 22.6%, City Builder 18.2%, Life Sim 10.7%, Building 8%, Sandbox 7.2%
- #31 The Islander
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 428 reviews2018
Dev: Boxhead Bros.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Islander is a fast building/farming game set somewhere in an exotic Polynesia. Plant crops, bushes and trees, build livestock pens, but don’t forget to make it look classy by adding various decorations.
Why similar: Farming Sim 44.9%, Building 10.1%, Simulation 9.8%, Sandbox 7.5%, Agriculture 7.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist building and management game that focuses on optimizing space and resources on a small island map.
- #32 Dungeon Village
77% matchVery Positive89% of 875 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Build a heroic hamlet that warriors and merchants can call home!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.8%, City Builder 23.6%, Life Sim 11.6%, Building 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #33 Pocket Harvest
76% matchVery Positive89% of 130 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Reap the joys of country life and cultivate your farm and fame!
Why similar: Colony Sim 20.1%, Farming Sim 18.6%, City Builder 13%, Life Sim 11.1%, Simulation 6.1%
- #34 Convenience Stories
75% matchVery Positive93% of 300 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Customize your own store with a wide variety of products and business goals.
Why similar: Colony Sim 31.8%, City Builder 14.9%, Life Sim 11.8%, Simulation 11.5%, Strategy 9.3%
- #35 Heian City Story
74% matchVery Positive89% of 214 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A city-building sim with a historical twist
Why similar: City Builder 30.8%, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 10.5%, Building 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #36 Biz Builder Delux
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Run any store you like to build up your own buzzing business burg!
Why similar: Colony Sim 20.6%, City Builder 19%, Farming Sim 13.8%, Life Sim 10.6%, Simulation 10%
- #37 Demon Castle Story
73% matchVery Positive80% of 291 reviews2026
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Demon Castle Building Dungeon Management Simulation
Why similar: Colony Sim 28.2%, City Builder 21.4%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 10.9%, Casual 6.2%
- #38 Hot Springs Story
75% matchVery Positive84% of 295 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Build and manage the ultimate Japanese hot springs inn.
Why similar: City Builder 19%, Life Sim 14.1%, Colony Sim 13.9%, Building 12%, Simulation 8.4%
- #39 Pocket Clothier
74% matchVery Positive85% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A clothing shop management sim. Go from quaint corner shop to world-class brand!
Why similar: Colony Sim 33.2%, Life Sim 17.4%, Simulation 10.4%, Strategy 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #40 Beastie Bay DX
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 121 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Develop a deserted island and collect rare monsters!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.1%, City Builder 21.3%, Farming Sim 20.9%, Simulation 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #41 Pocket Arcade Story
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 59 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create the gaming paradise of your dreams! Reach 5-stars and host tournaments!
Why similar: Colony Sim 30.1%, City Builder 14.5%, Simulation 12%, Life Sim 10.8%, Strategy 9.7%
- #42 Shiny Ski Resort
72% matchVery Positive94% of 117 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Enjoy building and running a ski resort in this cool simulation game!
Why similar: Colony Sim 25.7%, City Builder 20.8%, Farming Sim 15.3%, Simulation 7%, Strategy 6.2%
- #43 Cat Isle
69% matchNo user reviews99% of 168 reviews2026
Dev: domkegames
Windows · Mac
Catch a train to Cat Isle! In this cozy pixel art management game, build restaurants, expand and decorate the town. Figure out your cats needs as they dine, shop, explore and turn the island into their purfect home.
Why similar: Life Sim 29.3%, Building 12.6%, Cute 10.7%, Management 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #44 The Sushi Spinnery
71% matchVery Positive93% of 451 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Revolutionize the revolving sushi bar in this fresh new sim!
Why similar: Colony Sim 21.9%, City Builder 13.7%, Life Sim 13%, Simulation 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #45 Game Dev Story
70% matchVery Positive90% of 1,492 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Work hard and you may reach the top of the video game industry!
Why similar: City Builder 25.8%, Life Sim 16.3%, Building 12.2%, Management 7.4%, 2D Platformer 7.2%
- #46 Minami Lane
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,680 reviews2024
Dev: BlibloopPub: Doot Tiny Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Welcome to Minami Lane! Build your own street in this tiny cozy, casual management sim! Unlock and customize buildings, manage your shops, and maximize the happiness of your villagers to complete quests and fill your street with love!
Why similar: City Builder 26.2%, Life Sim 20.4%, Building 10.2%, Simulation 8.3%, Management 7.6%
- #47 Tiny Isle
68% matchVery Positive91% of 159 reviews2026
Dev: Nature Rituals StudioPub: Etherous Games Limited
Windows
Tiny Isle is a cozy island-building simulation game. Grow crops, collect crystals, expand and customize your magical island, and welcome sprites and animal residents. Play actively with hands-on planning, or relax with full idle progression as your island comes to life at your own pace.
Why similar: Building 22.1%, Farming Sim 22.1%, Simulation 12.9%, Cute 10.9%, Management 10.9%
- #48 Station Manager
71% matchVery Positive82% of 221 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Build your own spectacular, multi-story station for your favorite trains!
Why similar: City Builder 30%, Simulation 12.9%, Building 8.6%, Life Sim 7.1%, 2D Platformer 6.6%
- #49 Go-Go Town!
66% matchVery Positive93% of 2,696 reviews2026
Dev: Prideful Sloth
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Step into the role of a hands-on mayor and build your town from the ground up. Plan neighborhoods, automate logistics, and grow your community—all while juggling workers, infrastructure, and day-to-day chaos to create your dream town. Play solo for total control, or bring friends for co-op mayhem.
Why similar: City Builder 28.9%, Life Sim 19.6%, Building 12.8%, Sandbox 10.5%, Simulation 8.6%
- #50 Silver Screen Story
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 88 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Movie Studio Management Simulation Produce blockbusters and earn world-wide fame
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.7%, City Builder 15.2%, Life Sim 13.7%, Simulation 11.8%, Strategy 9.5%
- #51 Town Keeper
69% matchVery Positive93% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Cuddle Code
Windows · Mac
Build a rabbit town while defending it from the fluffy empire's invasions.
Why similar: Colony Sim 25.8%, City Builder 24.1%, Agriculture 7.6% ★, Strategy 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #52 World Cruise Story
70% matchVery Positive93% of 90 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Captain a luxury cruise liner, sailing the entire world while entertaining VIPs!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.5%, City Builder 17.8%, Simulation 12.9%, Strategy 11.9%, Casual 7.4%
- #53 Your Island -KIMI NO SIMA-
72% matchVery Positive81% of 104 reviews2019
Dev: Andymente
Windows
Your people landed on a virgin forest island. Develop the island, build a house, make fields and barns, develop agriculture, fishery and industry, Let's develop into a wonderful island. It is a box-garden / sandbox-type simulation game that guides people and develops and develops islands. Andy maintenance (c)
Why similar: Colony Sim 21.1%, Farming Sim 20.2%, City Builder 17%, Agriculture 6.2% ★, Sandbox 6.1%
- #54 Havendock
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,948 reviews2025
Dev: YYZ StudioPub: Pretty Soon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Breathe easy and thrive in this cozy colony sim. Build a haven for castaways, manage resources, live your best life on the ocean. Lead your humble settlement into a high-tech society.
Why similar: Colony Sim 19.2%, City Builder 16.1%, Farming Sim 15.7%, Life Sim 10.6%, Building 7.1%
- #55 Legends of Heropolis DX
69% matchMixed62% of 103 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Build the town of Heropolis.Gather your strongest heroes and destroy Evilcorp!
Why similar: Colony Sim 30.2%, City Builder 24.1%, Simulation 11.3%, Casual 6.4%, 2D Platformer 6.2%
- #56 Two Point Museum
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,230 reviews2025
Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Curate and manage incredible museums! Explore to discover amazing artifacts. Design and refine the layout, keep staff happy, guests entertained, donations plentiful… and children off the exhibits
Why similar: City Builder 25.8%, Life Sim 15.5%, Building 12.7%, Simulation 9.5%, Sandbox 8.9%
- #57 Magazine Mogul
70% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Help your community grow through the power of the press in this magazine sim! A small local magazine can make a big difference! Do you have what it takes to become a magazine mogul?
Why similar: Colony Sim 23.8%, City Builder 19.8%, Life Sim 13.4%, Simulation 6.2%, Strategy 6%
- #58 The Pyraplex
68% matchVery Positive99% of 75 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A pyramid-building adventure of historic proportions!
Why similar: Colony Sim 24.8%, City Builder 18.8%, Life Sim 14.1%, Building 8%, Simulation 6.7%
- #59 Town to City
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,015 reviews2026
Dev: Galaxy GrovePub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build an idyllic 19th century Mediterranean town and help it flourish into a prosperous city. Freely place and customise each element to create the perfect home for your growing population in this cozy city builder from the creators of Station to Station.
Why similar: City Builder 38.6%, Building 12.9%, Sandbox 8.4%, Strategy 6.8%, Economy 6.6%
- #60 Forest Golf Planner
68% matchVery Positive82% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create and customize your own golf course in this charming management sim.
Why similar: City Builder 26.1%, Life Sim 18.8%, Simulation 9.3%, Building 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
