Games Like FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time

DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS™ 2 is a block-building RPG set in a fantasy land threatened by an evil cult. Explore, battle, build and harvest in the charming single-player campaign or build big projects in the online sandbox mode for up to 4-players.

Why similar: RPG 30.3%, JRPG 23%, Crafting 8.8%, Action 8.3%, Open World 7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines creative block-based building with a robust RPG narrative and exploration similar to the island-shaping mechanics of the seed game.

Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

Why similar: RPG 27.3%, Party-Based RPG 25.4%, Fantasy 13.6%, JRPG 11.3%, Crafting 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers the perfect blend of farming, dungeon crawling, and social life-sim elements that define the Fantasy Life experience.

HARVESTELLA, an all-new life-simulation RPG from SQUARE ENIX! Lead a life of self-sufficiency with your vibrant house as a base and cooperate with allies to overcome various threats.

Why similar: JRPG 42.4%, RPG 19.1%, Exploration 13.7%, Open World 13.2%, Fantasy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends traditional JRPG combat and exploration with farming and life-sim mechanics in a beautiful fantasy setting.

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: RPG 22.1%, Open World 21.7%, Character Customization 21.4%, Crafting 16.5%, Multiplayer 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on crafting and town development, mirroring the job-based progression and community building found in the seed game.

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: RPG 25.2%, Character Customization 24.7%, Multiplayer 12.8%, Crafting 12.6%, Fantasy 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed farming sim that incorporates RPG combat and magic, closely aligning with the 'Fantasy Life' aesthetic.

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 39%, RPG 20.6%, Open World 12.6%, City Builder 11.5%, Fantasy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Includes a significant kingdom-building mode alongside a high-quality action-RPG experience, echoing the city-builder aspects of the seed game.

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: Character Customization 24.9%, RPG 23.7%, Open World 20.8%, Crafting 15.4%, Casual 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, vibrant life-sim that emphasizes exploration and community interaction on a tropical island setting.

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: RPG 26.2%, Party-Based RPG 25.8%, JRPG 15%, Fantasy 11.2%, Crafting 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the series' tradition of mixing farming, crafting, and monster-taming with a cozy 3D life-sim experience.

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: RPG 32.2%, Open World 17.4%, Multiplayer 17.3%, Crafting 15.2%, Cute 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for life-sims, offering deep farming, fishing, and social systems that provide a similar relaxing yet rewarding loop.

Escape to the magical life of your dreams in Fae Farm, a farm sim RPG for 1-4 players. Craft, cultivate, and decorate to grow your homestead, and use spells to explore the enchanted island of Azoria!

Why similar: RPG 27.9%, Cute 14.6%, Fantasy 11.3%, Multiplayer 11%, Co-op 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines cozy farming and crafting with magical exploration and light combat in a colorful, inviting world.

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: Open World 30.8%, RPG 30.7%, Crafting 19.6%, Casual 8.8%, Exploration 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to Sandrock, focusing on workshop management and building relationships in a charming post-apocalyptic world.

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: City Builder 38.1%, Open World 14.9%, Third Person 10.7%, Exploration 10.6%, Cute 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on world-building and nurturing environments, providing a relaxing and creative experience similar to the island-shaping gameplay.

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: Crafting 37.4%, Third Person 31.2%, Action 28.5%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique mix of detailed rice farming simulation and side-scrolling action-RPG combat.

WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!

Why similar: JRPG 32.9%, RPG 18.9%, Cute 17.6%, Exploration 7.7%, Crafting 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming RPG that emphasizes crafting, exploration, and a cute protagonist, capturing the lighthearted feel of the seed game.

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 41.1%, RPG 13.7%, Open World 10.9%, Character Customization 9.2%, Crafting 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing town-building RPG where you manage the daily lives of villagers in a cute, pixel-art fantasy world.

Relax in a cozy world filled with the magic of Disney and Pixar! Discover rich stories and build the perfect Valley alongside more than 50 heroes and villains in this life-sim adventure game.

Why similar: Character Customization 31.4%, Exploration 19.6%, Fantasy 15.1%, Crafting 14.6%, Casual 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, cozy world filled with exploration, character-driven quests, and extensive customization options.

Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 16.6%, RPG 16.2%, Exploration 15.2%, Crafting 13.8%, Multiplayer 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, multiplayer-focused life-sim that emphasizes gathering, crafting, and building a home in a relaxed fantasy environment.

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: JRPG 39.2%, Character Customization 13.3%, RPG 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Crafting 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the life of a town chemist, emphasizing gathering ingredients and crafting, which mirrors the job-based gameplay of Fantasy Life.

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: RPG 30.1%, Action-Adventure 28.7%, Cute 22.5%, Fantasy 18.7%

Why You'll Like It: A creature-collecting life-sim that features procedurally generated islands and a relaxing, cozy atmosphere.

A grand adventure in the skies awaits! Form a party of four from a diverse roster of skyfarers and slash—or shoot or hex—your way to victory against treacherous foes in this action RPG. Take on quests solo or with the help of others in up to 4-player co-op play!

Why similar: JRPG 38.1%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, RPG 12.2%, Fantasy 8.3%, Third Person 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a polished, party-based action-RPG experience with a strong focus on character progression and cooperative play.

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, Party-Based RPG 29.5%, RPG 14.6%, Cute 7.4%, Fantasy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant action-RPG that emphasizes exploration and party-based combat in a lush, fantasy-inspired world.

Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends.

Why similar: RPG 20.7%, Online Co-Op 18.7%, Crafting 15.4%, Exploration 14.4%, Co-op 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: An Australian-themed island life-sim that allows for significant building and terraforming alongside exploration and gathering.

A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.

Why similar: JRPG 33.2%, RPG 17.2%, Exploration 9.1%, Character Customization 8.8%, Third Person 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG that focuses on creature collection and exploration, offering a more structured but equally engaging fantasy adventure.

Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Party-Based RPG 27.1%, Open World 12.6%, RPG 12.4%, Exploration 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A creative creature-collector with a strong focus on exploration and party-based RPG mechanics in a unique, modern-fantasy setting.

Embark on a magical journey in this captivating life simulation game. Escape to a welcoming valley, farm with spells, and master skills like fishing, crafting, and cooking. Engage in epic battles, strengthen the bonds with your companions, and build your dream home to achieve Immortal Life!

Why similar: RPG 49.7%, Crafting 33.8%, Action 13.3%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A farming and life-sim RPG inspired by xianxia mythology, focusing on building a sect and mastering various life skills.

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: JRPG 23.8%, RPG 16.2%, Online Co-Op 9.4%, Crafting 9.3%, Exploration 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines farming, monster-taming, and RPG combat in a wholesome, colorful world.

"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.

Why similar: JRPG 25.1%, Party-Based RPG 21.7%, Open World 9.8%, RPG 9.2%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep crafting and exploration mechanics, perfect for players who enjoy the 'job' aspect of the seed game.

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: RPG 14.3%, Online Co-Op 13.8%, Character Customization 13.1%, Open World 11.7%, Exploration 10.4%

Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.

Why similar: JRPG 41.4%, Party-Based RPG 26.1%, Crafting 10.6%, RPG 10.4%, Exploration 9.9%

The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.

Why similar: JRPG 37%, Party-Based RPG 25.3%, RPG 13.6%, Fantasy 4.8%, 3D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential JRPG experience that captures the sense of wonder and grand adventure found in the Fantasy Life series.

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: RPG 31.4%, Character Customization 28.5%, Crafting 21.4%, Co-op 10.3%, Casual 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy farming sim with unique card-based progression and a focus on relaxing, community-driven gameplay.

Embark on a cozy, open-world adventure with Hello Kitty and Friends. Befriend beloved characters as you explore and restore a mysterious island, solve ancient puzzles, cook delicious dishes, customize yourself and your cabins, and so much more.

Why similar: Open World 27.5%, Cute 17.5%, Exploration 16.4%, Crafting 12.4%, Casual 8.7%

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: RPG 35.4%, Crafting 21.1%, Exploration 18.7%, Casual 12.7%, 3D 10.6%

The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.

Why similar: JRPG 42.5%, RPG 27.2%, Character Customization 9.3%, Exploration 8.9%, Open World 5.1%

The beloved block-building RPG, DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, is bringing its handy crafting features to Steam! Weave your own tale as you build your own unique buildings and towns to restore Alefgard to it's former glory!

Why similar: JRPG 29.1%, RPG 13.6%, Character Customization 13.2%, Open World 10.1%, Third Person 8.7%

Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.

Why similar: JRPG 35.9%, RPG 18.3%, Fantasy 9.2%, Exploration 8.7%, Third Person 8.2%

Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!

Why similar: RPG 21.3%, Open World 21.1%, Cute 14.3%, Exploration 13.3%, Crafting 11.3%

Bridge the divide of an ancient schism between humans and monsters in Rune Factory 3 Special as half-human, half-wooly protagonist Micah. Farm, fight and fall in love as you revisit a classic in the series that perfected the blend of RPG & Life-sim genres.

Why similar: JRPG 27.8%, RPG 23.3%, Cute 12.8%, Fantasy 12.6%, Crafting 10.9%

Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Why similar: Open World 17.2%, RPG 15%, Cute 13%, Character Customization 11.5%, Crafting 8.7%

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: Crafting 42%, Cute 33.4%, Casual 20.3%, Singleplayer 4.3%

A peaceful farming life sim set on the island of Seikyu. Grow your farm, restore your ancestral home, form heartfelt bonds with villagers, and shapeshift into different spirit forms to explore a world that moves gently with the seasons.

Why similar: Character Customization 19.3%, RPG 18%, Open World 18%, Exploration 12.3%, Crafting 12.1%

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: RPG 39.1%, Cute 23%, Open World 22.4%, Crafting 15.5%

Embark on a lifetime of adventure in a beautiful world of creativity and intrigue. Raise a family, customise your farm, run a business, craft items, and battle some marvellously malevolent monsters.

Why similar: RPG 24.4%, Open World 23.8%, Exploration 19.2%, Crafting 17.1%, Fantasy 14.5%

Little Witch in the Woods tells the story of Ellie, an apprentice witch. Explore the mystical forest, help the charming residents, and experience the daily life of the witch.

Why similar: Open World 22%, RPG 21.8%, Cute 21.2%, Crafting 13%, Exploration 12.1%

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: RPG 23.6%, Online Co-Op 22.8%, Crafting 16.3%, Exploration 15.5%, Cute 12.7%

The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!

Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, City Builder 23.9%, Party-Based RPG 20%, RPG 11.9%, Exploration 9.7%

The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.

Why similar: JRPG 34%, Party-Based RPG 27.8%, RPG 16.2%, Cute 6.4%, Fantasy 5.5%

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: Party-Based RPG 27%, RPG 13.6%, Character Customization 12.4%, Open World 10.6%, Cute 8.7%

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: RPG 27%, Character Customization 25.1%, Cute 18.1%, Crafting 15.7%, Casual 12.3%

Explore the anime-style open world of the Continent of Orbis, brought to life with Unreal Engine 5! Recruit unique companions, unleash spectacular Status Ailment tag-team action, and embark on an epic journey to save the world from the threat of a Dragon reawakened after 60 years.

Why similar: JRPG 21.9%, Open World 16.5%, RPG 15.9%, Action-Adventure 8%, Online Co-Op 7.7%

Create the character you really want, and explore the alchemy world with the help of "YOME"!

Why similar: JRPG 27.2%, Character Customization 12.7%, RPG 11.9%, PvE 9.3%, Open World 8.6%

Explore a vast world, create your own sky island, the island gives the girl the power. An open world-action RPG that you create more and more and become stronger and stronger.

Why similar: City Builder 33.6%, Open World 13.1%, Character Customization 11.8%, Cute 8.8%, Online Co-Op 7.4%

Save the world by fishing! This is a brand new action RPG game where you stand on an adventure to fish the Sea'Az, the marine life of this world, in a vast pixel world. This is not a peaceful fishing game. The destruction of the world is imminent....

Why similar: JRPG 30.3%, Open World 15.2%, Character Customization 12.5%, RPG 12.3%, Crafting 8.5%

Raise your daughter while she attends a magical academy. Choose which classes she attends, jobs she does, training she undergoes, and more in a character raising sim packed full of story and over 50 endings to reach. How she grows up to be the world's cutest princess depends on you!

Why similar: JRPG 33.9%, RPG 33.1%, Cute 18.9%, Fantasy 12.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Dive into a deep Open World that rewards exploration. Solve clever puzzles with lateral thinking, and engage in unique, story-driven boss battles. Then take a break. Furnish your home, fish a little, and chill with your eccentric neighbors.

Why similar: JRPG 22.9%, RPG 14.3%, Party-Based RPG 14.1%, Open World 13.4%, Character Customization 10.2%

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: JRPG 31%, Party-Based RPG 29.3%, RPG 15.1%, Cute 9%, Exploration 8.9%

Farm, fish, mine, craft, and decorate your home in this cozy life sim. Venture into dungeons and take on bosses outside the village for some added excitement. Enjoy relaxing and thrilling moments alike with hololive talents as you shape your countryside life.

Why similar: City Builder 53.5%, Exploration 11.7%, Cute 11.7%, Third Person 8.1%, Fantasy 7.1%

Wonderia's an open-world, manga-art adventure just waiting to be explored. It's got sci-fi sim elements, deep dungeons, and you can even morph into alien form! Grab up to 7 friends to mine, craft, battle, and level—or farm and fish the day away, if that's more your tempo. There's so much to do!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 19.9%, RPG 16.9%, Open World 14.5%, Exploration 13.7%, Crafting 13.5%

Unwind and enjoy the slow life in Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles, a relaxing open-world adventure game. Yonder is set in the world of Gemea. A natural island paradise with eight distinct environments ranging from tropical beaches to snow-capped summits.

Why similar: Open World 29.8%, Exploration 16.3%, Crafting 13.2%, Cute 10.7%, RPG 8.6%