- #1 Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 7,937 reviews2017
Dev: Social First Oy
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 71.3 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Pixel Worlds is a free-to-play sandbox MMO where players build worlds, craft items, explore dungeons, farm resources, and trade in a player-driven economy, all within a shared online universe rebuilt as a fresh start for a fair and stable long-term experience.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36.1%, Sandbox 34.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Multiplayer 9.9%, Open World 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the exact pixel-art aesthetic and sandbox building mechanics that define the Habbo experience.
- #2 Hotel Hideaway: Avatar & Chat
96% matchMixed65% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Sulake Oy
Windows · Mac
An immersive 3D social simulation MMO where you customize your avatar, build and decorate rooms, collect rare items, and join live community events in a nostalgic yet ever-evolving virtual world.
Why similar: Immersive Sim 55%, Base Building 37.2%, Multiplayer 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is a direct spiritual successor in terms of social interaction, avatar customization, and hotel-themed roleplay.
- #3 8BitMMO
96% matchMixed60% of 4,325 reviews2015
Dev: Archive Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 33%
8BitMMO is a retro-style 2D massively multiplayer game! It's a giant construction sandbox -- you can build a home or a castle in a persistent streaming world. Found and manage your own city. Fight evil LawyerCats and engage in Player vs Player battle.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 30%, Sandbox 29%, Open World 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Multiplayer 7%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a massive, player-built world with a retro aesthetic that mirrors the community-driven nature of Habbo.
- #4 Highrise: Avatar & Social World
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 354 reviews2025
Dev: Pocket Worlds
Windows · Mac
The fashion world where you matter. Style your avatar, collect rare fits, and trade in a player-run economy worth millions. Voice chat, live events, and a community that actually knows your name. Free to play. Cross-platform with mobile.
Why similar: Life Sim 30.6%, Sandbox 25.5%, Massively Multiplayer 25.1%, Multiplayer 9%, Simulation 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on avatar fashion, room decoration, and social networking, closely mimicking the core loop of Habbo.
- #5 Palia
94% matchVery Positive86% of 42,971 reviews2024
Dev: Singularity 6 Corporation
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 26.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Life Sim 65%, Multiplayer 20.6%, Simulation 8.1%, Casual 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, multiplayer life-sim that emphasizes community building and home decoration in a shared world.
- #6 The Sims™ 4
93% matchVery Positive86% of 196,881 reviews2020
Dev: MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 53.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
Why similar: Life Sim 37%, Sandbox 27.9%, Immersive Sim 24.1%, Simulation 7%, Casual 4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the industry-leading experience for room building and life simulation, which is the primary creative outlet for Habbo players.
- #7 Growtopia
94% matchMostly Negative27% of 2,390 reviews2024
Dev: Ubisoft Abu DhabiPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Growtopia is a 2D sandbox game, that brings together millions of players in an expansive pixel world. Collaborate in building anything you can imagine, become anyone you want to be, and delve into numerous mini-games. Unleash your creativity and join the massive universe in Growtopia today!
Why similar: Sandbox 43%, Massively Multiplayer 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Simulation 10.8%, Open World 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic sandbox MMO that relies on player-created worlds and trading, very similar to the Habbo economy.
- #8 Dinkum
91% matchVery Positive92% of 28,918 reviews2025
Dev: James BendonPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Life Sim 43.2%, Sandbox 33%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Simulation 8.4%, Casual 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Combines social life-simulation with base building in a charming, community-focused environment.
- #9 To Pixelia
90% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,257 reviews2025
Dev: Pixeduo StudiosPub: Crytivo
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Meet the Pixelians and discover the ultimate life simulator in To Pixelia. As you climb your career ladder of choice, step into the world of politics, art, sports, music, and even crime. Live your dream life in pixels!
Why similar: Life Sim 30.2%, Sandbox 21.9%, Immersive Sim 17.8%, Open World 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art life simulator that allows for deep character progression and social interaction in an open world.
- #10 Trove
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 92,712 reviews2015
Dev: gamigo US Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 49.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Grab your friends, hone your blades, and set off for an epic procedurally generated adventure in Trove! Battle the Shadow in realms filled with dungeons and items created by your fellow players. Whether hunting treasure or building realms of your own, it’s never been this good to be square!
Why similar: Sandbox 34.5%, Massively Multiplayer 23.8%, Open World 20%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Multiplayer 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features blocky, pixelated aesthetics and a strong focus on building and social interaction in a massive online world.
- #11 Tiny Life
89% matchVery Positive86% of 421 reviews2023
Dev: Ellpeck GamesPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 58%
In Tiny Life, you control a set of people that live together in a household. You take care of their daily needs, build their skills, forge new relationships... or just mess up their entire life in whatever way you can think of!
Why similar: Life Sim 31.2%, Sandbox 26.6%, Isometric 20.3%, Simulation 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: An isometric life-simulation game that captures the visual style and management aspects of classic social sims.
- #12 Tower Unite
88% matchVery Positive90% of 21,745 reviews2025
Dev: PixelTail Games
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 68.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
PLAY, CREATE, PARTY! Tower Unite is a community-based virtual world party game with online games, entertainment, activities, and absolutely NO microtransactions.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36.1%, Sandbox 26%, Open World 15.2%, Multiplayer 14%, Casual 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A massive social hub that allows for extensive room customization and playing mini-games with friends.
- #13 Heartwood Online
89% matchMixed69% of 3,347 reviews2023
Dev: E Bros
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 55.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Open World 19.8%, Casual 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A cross-platform MMORPG with a retro pixel style that emphasizes community and player-driven activities.
- #14 RPG MO
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,950 reviews2015
Dev: Marxnet
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%
RPG MO is a nostalgic MMORPG that reminds of Ultima and Runescape Classic.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 34.6%, Sandbox 16.2%, Open World 12%, Isometric 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, pixelated MMORPG that emphasizes community trading and social gathering in a retro style.
- #15 Wurm Online
86% matchMixed63% of 2,546 reviews2020
Dev: Code Club AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 39.3 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A sandbox MMORPG that has pushed the boundaries on what it means to be open world and stood the test of time. Dig, mine, shape the world around you and make your lasting mark!
Why similar: Sandbox 45.7%, Massively Multiplayer 43%, Open World 8.1%, Multiplayer 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: A deep sandbox MMO that allows for extensive terraforming and building in a persistent, player-run world.
- #16 Roots of Pacha
84% matchVery Positive94% of 4,483 reviews2023
Dev: Soda Den
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 21.4 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: Life Sim 32.9%, Sandbox 24.2%, Immersive Sim 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Simulation 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A social-focused life sim that emphasizes community development and shared building projects.
- #17 Rogalia
85% matchMostly Positive70% of 534 reviews2018
Dev: TatriX
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Rogalia is the sandbox with fantasy open world, meal-based character leveling, nice graphics and cozy atmosphere.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 40.6%, Sandbox 25.9%, Isometric 18.9%, Open World 14.7%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox MMO that focuses on player-driven crafting and building in a persistent, open world.
- #18 Stardew Valley
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,020,318 reviews2016
Dev: ConcernedApe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 84.4 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: Life Sim 37.8%, Sandbox 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Open World 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: While primarily a farming sim, its multiplayer mode and pixel-art charm provide a similar cozy social experience.
- #19 Aberoth
84% matchMixed64% of 1,457 reviews2015
Dev: Jarbit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Aberoth is a fantasy massively multiplayer online role playing game with charming retro graphics and tons of freedom.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 44.3%, Open World 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Multiplayer 6.3%, Sandbox 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled MMORPG that features simple, accessible social interaction and exploration.
- #20 Project: Gorgon
80% matchVery Positive83% of 4,962 reviews2026
Dev: Elder Game, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 85.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Project: Gorgon is a fantasy MMORPG that allows you to forge your own path through exploration and discovery.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 75.2%, Sandbox 14.4%, Open World 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: An MMORPG that prioritizes social interaction and player-driven discovery over traditional combat loops.
- #21 Mabinogi
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,172 reviews2012
Dev: NEXON Korea CorporationPub: Nexon America Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 182.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Embark on amazing adventures, build lasting friendships or even find romance in this unique social game, where a welcoming community with thousands of devoted players await! Whoever you are, or whatever your heart’s desire, come express it in Mabinogi and start living your fantasy life!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 58.9%, Open World 12.7%, Simulation 8.2%, Sandbox 7.4%, Casual 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A long-running social MMO known for its deep life-simulation mechanics and emphasis on player expression.
- #22 Creativerse
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 30,868 reviews2017
Dev: Playful Corp.
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A sandbox adventure game as big as your imagination.
Why similar: Sandbox 53.2%, Open World 29.5%, Multiplayer 17.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox building game that encourages social play and creative expression in a vibrant, blocky world.
- #23 Eco
81% matchVery Positive81% of 13,962 reviews2018
Dev: Strange Loop Games
Windows
Median: 16.7 hrsMean: 89.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Build a civilization of real people, working together to advance society and stop a meteor, all without destroying the ecosystem in the process.
Why similar: Base Building 28.2%, Sandbox 22.6%, Immersive Sim 20.7%, Open World 14.7%, Multiplayer 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox game where players must work together to build a society, emphasizing community-driven goals.
- #24 Chill Corner
79% matchVery Positive91% of 9,666 reviews2021
Dev: Low-Hi Tech
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 40.7 hrs≥1hr: 54%
This is just an idle game for chilling, relaxing or focusing.
Why similar: Life Sim 71.2%, Simulation 17.6%, Casual 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing social space designed for hanging out and customizing a personal room environment.
- #25 Avakin Life
78% matchMixed65% of 1,029 reviews2026
Dev: Lockwood Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Avakin Life is an endless social world waiting for you. Live your dream life, from unique and customizable avatars to stylish fashion outfits and personalized dream homes. Hang out with friends, join parties, and embark on adventures in a world where you are in control of everything.
Why similar: Life Sim 35.5%, Massively Multiplayer 23.7%, Immersive Sim 19.5%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Simulation 6.4%
- #26 Boundless
81% matchMixed69% of 2,770 reviews2018
Dev: Monumental, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 32.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Shape your citizen, forge your destiny and sculpt your world in this epic voxel sandbox MMO built on endless possibility.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 38.1%, Sandbox 36.3%, Open World 20.3%, Multiplayer 3.2%, Simulation 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world sandbox that allows players to build and connect their own worlds, similar to Habbo's room system.
- #27 Heartopia
77% matchMixed66% of 14,735 reviews2026
Dev: XD
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.
Why similar: Life Sim 52.1%, Immersive Sim 18.9%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Casual 6.8%, Simulation 6%
- #28 Virtual Families 3
79% matchMixed65% of 130 reviews2023
Dev: Gogii Games Corp.
Windows
The sequel to the smash hit mobile game “Virtual Families 2” is here!
Why similar: Life Sim 66.6%, Simulation 22.3%, Casual 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A casual life-simulation game that focuses on managing a household and decorating a living space.
- #29 IdleOn
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 29,234 reviews2025
Dev: Lavaflame2
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 222.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The incremental idle MMO where your heroes keep fighting while you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental-Wizard to Cannon-Pirate, and level 20 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and Construction!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 26.6%, Sandbox 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Old School 11.9%
- #30 Gamer Stop Simulator : Prologue
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 214 reviews2025
Dev: Red Axe Games
Windows
Gamer Stop Simulator is a simulation game where you manage a video game store. Buy games and consoles from customers, repair broken devices, test games, and add rare items to your collection. Negotiate prices, expand your store, and grow your business in this exciting retail experience!
Why similar: Life Sim 26.6%, Sandbox 24.5%, Immersive Sim 20%, Old School 9.6%, Simulation 6.2%
- #31 Nebula Realms
78% matchMostly Negative38% of 80 reviews2022
Dev: Xaloc Studios S.L.
Windows
Welcome to Nebula Realms! Enjoy your stay in this free to play online 3D interactive world. Socialize, meet new people and become friends. Express your inner self through your fully customizable avatar and your own decorated home, play games and explore this wonderful handcrafted universe.
Why similar: Life Sim 28.8%, Massively Multiplayer 25%, Immersive Sim 22.2%, Multiplayer 8.5%, Open World 6%
- #32 Evitania Online - Idle RPG
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 795 reviews2026
Dev: Disruptive Blast
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Online Idle RPG with an open world without the grind of classic MMORPGs. Collect rare loot, develop your character, master professions, craft powerful gear, and defeat challenging bosses as you progress endlessly.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 41.5%, Old School 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Casual 6.1%
- #33 Wild Terra Online
77% matchMixed60% of 1,842 reviews2017
Dev: Juvty Worlds
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Wild Terra Online is a sandbox RPG, in a completely player-controlled medieval world. You will have to survive in a forest full of predators, build a shelter and improve your crafts skills, tame animals and fight for treasures. You can become anyone and do whatever you want!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 28%, Sandbox 24.2%, Isometric 18.7%, Open World 12.9%, Base Building 11.8%
- #34 Endix
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 131 reviews2026
Dev: EndixPub: Endix
Windows
Explore unique & immersive booths from your favorite games. Watch exclusive trailers, compete in mini-games, and connect with players, creators & developers from around the world. All inside a living, free multiplayer experience.
Why similar: Immersive Sim 41.2%, Massively Multiplayer 28.1%, Open World 17.8%, Simulation 7.7%, Casual 5.3%
- #35 Supermarket Together
71% matchVery Positive94% of 94,851 reviews2024
Dev: DeadDevsTellNoLies
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Why similar: Life Sim 24.5%, Immersive Sim 20.5%, Multiplayer 20.1%, Sandbox 16.9%, Simulation 16.3%
- #36 Motel Manager Simulator
72% matchVery Positive85% of 1,518 reviews2024
Dev: Denzone Games
Windows
Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Restore an old motel alongside a shop and a gas station. Design, furnish, decorate and rent rooms. provide products for customers and fuel for cars. Hire employees to help you and be the boss of your own empire.
Why similar: Life Sim 33.4%, Immersive Sim 29.2%, Sandbox 25%, Simulation 10.1%, Casual 1.5%
- #37 ERRANTE
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 68 reviews2022
Dev: Errant Interactive
Windows
This is an experimental project, a sandbox life simulator that gives you the power to suggest how the game should evolve, which features we should focus on, which slice of life to tell and everything you can imagine.
Why similar: Life Sim 30.5%, Sandbox 25.7%, Base Building 22.5%, Open World 13.7%, Simulation 7.6%
- #38 Piworld
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 135 reviews2025
Dev: Ahaha studio
Windows
Piworld is a unique multiplayer game where everyone can find something to do to suit their desires. Try out different roles: from a simple fisherman to an adventurer. Explore the world alone or with friends, fight evil, develop your skills, and create your own story.
Why similar: Base Building 32.4%, Sandbox 30.2%, Open World 18%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Simulation 8.1%
- #39 VRChat
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 264,959 reviews2017
Dev: VRChat Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 170.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 43.6%, Multiplayer 17.4%, Open World 16.9%, Sandbox 12%, Simulation 6.4%
- #40 Hotel Galactic
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 640 reviews2025
Dev: EndGameLoop Games
Windows
Welcome to Imoshima - an island floating in the clouds! Run a cozy intergalactic hotel where everyone wants to return. Build, decorate, cook, and discover the stories of your cosmic guests. It's a game about friendship set in a hand-drawn world inspired by iconic Japanese animation.
Why similar: Base Building 30.2%, Sandbox 30%, Immersive Sim 27.9%, Simulation 7.3%, Casual 4.6%
- #41 Home Legacy
76% matchMostly Negative38% of 463 reviews2017
Dev: Atom Republic
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Free-to-Play social Virtual World: a theme park featuring fun people and fun things: plenty of games, rides and amusements, as well as advanced social interactions.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 48.2%, Open World 27.8%, Multiplayer 12%, Casual 6.3%, Simulation 5.8%
- #42 Play Together
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,631 reviews2025
Dev: HAEGIN Co.,Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 96.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Play Together is a popular casual social networking game enjoyed by players worldwide. Express yourself through character customization, decorate your home and host Home Parties for a fun time with friends. Enjoy tons of content with friends from all across the globe!
Why similar: Life Sim 47.6%, Multiplayer 35.5%, Casual 16.9%
- #43 Hotel Owner Simulator
70% matchMixed66% of 174 reviews2025
Dev: Kiraz Games Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Hotel Owner Simulator is a hotel management game where you start from a small hotel and grow your business by creating beautifully designed rooms, adjusting room sizes and layouts by placing each individual wall, negotiating high prices, and expanding your empire. Lets build, and manage the resort.
Why similar: Sandbox 31.1%, Life Sim 30.9%, Immersive Sim 24.4%, Simulation 8.6%, Casual 5%
- #44 Godius Eternal War
69% matchMostly Negative40% of 81 reviews2026
Dev: playinworld
Windows
A classic 2D pixel MMORPG inspired by the golden age of online RPGs. Join nation wars, explore an open multiplayer world, trade with players, battle in PvP, and experience a community-driven adventure that has continued since 1999.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 52.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Retro 15.6%, Multiplayer 15.3%
- #45 myFloppy Online!
71% matchMixed70% of 135 reviews2021
Dev: Strangest.io
Windows
MyFloppy is a virtual pet revolution that invites gamers to step into the wacky online world of Floppy- the world’s most beloved floppy disk! Design your Floppy avatar, customize your room, battle, rob and visit other Floppys online!
Why similar: Life Sim 41%, Immersive Sim 30.8%, Massively Multiplayer 11.5%, Simulation 10.4%, Casual 6.4%
- #46 BitCraft Online
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,620 reviews2025
Dev: Clockwork Laboratories, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 98.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Join thousands of players in a true single-world MMORPG. Carve out a cozy nook, master a player-driven economy, or band together to transform the ancient wilderness into thriving cities. From humble beginnings to legend, your choices matter - because in BitCraft, your actions shape our world.
Why similar: Sandbox 42.8%, Base Building 38.6%, Open World 18.6%
- #47 Haven & Hearth
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 991 reviews2024
Dev: Seatribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
A free-to-play MMORPG with crafting, building, landscaping, foraging, hunting, fishing, a dash of poetry, and open PvP combat,
Why similar: Sandbox 24.7%, Isometric 22.9%, Base Building 20.1%, Massively Multiplayer 19.8%, Open World 12.6%
- #48 One Hour One Life
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 4,644 reviews2018
Dev: Jason Rohrer
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A multiplayer survival game of parenting and civilization building. Get born to another player as your mother. Live an entire life in one hour. Have babies of your own in the form of other players. Leave a legacy for the next generation as you help to rebuild civilization from scratch.
Why similar: Life Sim 36.9%, Massively Multiplayer 36.2%, Open World 18.2%, Simulation 8.7%
- #49 Islet Online
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 538 reviews2019
Dev: Morenori Soft
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Islet Online is a sandbox-style MMORPG. It is all about digging and placing bricks to build your own land. And with various materials from wildlife, bricks can be combined to make useful items, too. Whenever you act, your character gets experience.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 37.5%, Sandbox 34.2%, Open World 17.1%, Multiplayer 11.1%
- #50 Hotel Renovator
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,769 reviews2023
Dev: Two HorizonsPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Unleash your inner designer and renovate the hotel of your dreams! Embark on a makeover journey to turn this worn-out place into a successful getaway. Play with thousands of furniture pieces and accessories, and manage the hotel to get 5-star reviews!
Why similar: Life Sim 40.7%, Immersive Sim 40.6%, Simulation 11.9%, Casual 6.8%
- #51 Mini Cozy Room: Lo-Fi
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,356 reviews2025
Dev: Tesseract Studio
Windows
Median: 20.7 hrsMean: 95.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Create Your Own Cozy Workspace! Mini Cozy Room : Lo-Fi is a productivity game blending relaxing Lo-Fi music with room decoration. Cute avatars, pets, desktop memos, to-do lists, and a Pomodoro timer help boost your focus. Feeling lonely? Work together with friends in multiplayer mode.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 77.9%, Casual 22.1%
- #52 Cashrooms
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 62 reviews2024
Dev: NoHead Games
Windows
Cashrooms is an interior design simulator where you can regularly receive items, sell and trade them on Steam to create the room of your dreams.
Why similar: Sandbox 33.4%, Base Building 22.1%, Life Sim 21.7%, Simulation 13.7%, Casual 9.2%
- #53 Pixel Starships
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,972 reviews2023
Dev: SavySoda
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 24.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.
Why similar: Base Building 39.3%, Massively Multiplayer 37.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Multiplayer 9.6%
- #54 Star Sonata 2
69% matchMixed67% of 292 reviews2020
Dev: Landauer Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 60.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Star Sonata 2 is a space sandbox MMO that combines elements of action, RPG, and empire creation into a truly unique MMO. Explore the sandbox style universe, build persistent bases, construct trade ships, and even fight your way to the top and claim the Emperor’s Throne!
Why similar: Base Building 50.7%, Sandbox 49.3%
- #55 Landlord's Super
66% matchVery Positive81% of 1,682 reviews2023
Dev: MinskworksPub: Yogscast Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Your quintessential construction simulator is here. Take a dodgy loan, restore a property, move in the locals, attend to their grievances, then celebrate with a pint in this fully-simulated, open-world 1980's Britain.
Why similar: Life Sim 22.7%, Base Building 21.2%, Sandbox 19.5%, Immersive Sim 19.4%, Open World 12.2%
- #56 Cozy Space
66% matchVery Positive83% of 289 reviews2023
Dev: 攻壳游戏 Gamker Studio
Windows
"Cozy Space" is a relaxing home decoration game with true-to-life models and rooms. Enjoy a leisurely gaming experience and easily create cozy spaces. It cleverly blends music elements, allowing you to be a composer, interior designer, or simply relax without specific tasks!
Why similar: Life Sim 30.5%, Sandbox 28.9%, Immersive Sim 23.6%, Simulation 7.9%, Casual 5.1%