- #1 Heaven Island - VR MMO
97% matchMixed63% of 2,286 reviews2015
Dev: Fabio FerraraPub: Chubby Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
More a Journey in your Inner Self than a game, "Heaven Island" is an experience in which you'll explore wonderful places. The inspiration for the environments comes from the Renzo Piano designs and from the book "Origins of Architectural Pleasure" in which the welfare is of primary importance.
Why similar: VR 35.3%, Walking Simulator 32.7%, Indie 27.4%, Simulation 4.7%
- #2 Heaven Forest - VR MMO
96% matchMixed68% of 503 reviews2016
Dev: Fabio FerraraPub: Chubby Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The pressing human questions about life depend directly on our attitudes toward the universe. You'll find the answers you're searching for through a series of reasonings and clues during your journey in this game as well as in your own life.
Why similar: VR 80.3%, Walking Simulator 19.7%
- #3 Relax Walk VR
96% matchMixed51% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: Indiecode Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 18%
Visit 6 Beautiful Places in VR and Relax.
Why similar: VR 55.6%, Simulation 44.4%
- #4 The Grand Canyon VR Experience
95% matchMixed68% of 72 reviews2017
Dev: Immersive Entertainment, Inc.Pub: Immersive Entertainment, Inc
Windows
Explore one of nature's greatest wonders from the comfort of your home with the Grand Canyon VR Experience for HTC VIVE and Oculus Rift! Transport yourself on an epic journey into the heart of nature through the magic of Virtual Reality completely immersed in a fully dynamic and interactive beauty never before seen in VR.
Why similar: VR 51%, Indie 31.2%, Simulation 17.7%
- #5 A Walk in the Woods
94% matchMostly Positive73% of 105 reviews2020
Dev: Brightdawn Entertainment
Windows
There are no monsters to kill, no riddles to solve - it is not that type of game. It is a virtual escape where you can hide from the monotonous daily routine and enjoy the nature. Our project uses the most advanced technologies that allows to create a picture that is as close as possible to reality.
Why similar: Indie 55.9%, Simulation 31.7%, VR 12.4%
- #6 Super Island God VR
94% matchMixed62% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: Empyrean Interactive
Windows
Jump into Super Island God and take on the role of a lost island tribe's deity in this exciting new God Simulator. Harness your divine power in this built-for-VR game and reward (or punish) your civilization as they journey through dozens of handcrafted challenges.
Why similar: VR 48.2%, Indie 29.5%, Simulation 22.3%
- #7 Journey to Alien Worlds
92% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: IdeographerPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
You can experience how it feels to stand on the surface of planets, satellites or comets, view the amazing scenery there, and get a better understanding of the differences between these heavenly bodies and the Earth.
Why similar: VR 44.6%, Indie 35.3%, Simulation 20%
- #8 Annie Amber
93% matchMixed62% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: Pantumaca BarcelonaPub: Talking About Media
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
[VR Only] Annie Amber is a VR Puzzle Game that leads you on an intense and dreamy journey through the life of a person condensed in a surreal and poetic experience. Annie Amber makes you explore this strange and beautiful scenery that is life itself through her memories.
Why similar: VR 46.3%, Indie 42.6%, Walking Simulator 11%
- #9 PLAYNE : The Meditation Game
91% matchVery Positive94% of 1,218 reviews2020
Dev: Krish ShrikumarPub: Vismaya
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 47.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Grow a beautiful island as you build a daily habit of mindfulness and meditation. Experience relaxation and learn ways to care for your mental wellbeing.
Why similar: Indie 44.2%, Simulation 30.8%, Walking Simulator 25.1%
- #10 Go Outside Simulator
90% matchVery Positive96% of 74 reviews2024
Dev: Aaron DeVriesPub: SimRed
Windows
For when you can't or won't go outside, go outside from the comfort of inside. Explore different environments, look for hidden Easter eggs, chill and relax in virtual worlds. Go Outside Simulator is a for fun game used to help in the future development of real games and useful programs.
Why similar: Indie 62.7%, Simulation 37.3%
- #11 Atlantis VR
91% matchMostly Negative37% of 70 reviews2017
Dev: MMEUPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Enter the underwater world thriving with life! Let the aquatic beings guide you trough the mystery deeps and explore nooks and crannies of beautiful ocean landscape!
Why similar: VR 69.6%, Simulation 30.4%
- #12 Blueplanet VR v2
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 60 reviews2020
Dev: Blueplanet VR
Windows
Blueplanet VR v2 is a powerful way to experience strong presence in some of the world's most remarkable locations.
Why similar: Simulation 63.4%, VR 36.6%
- #13 L U N E
89% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2016
Dev: Isaac Cohen
Windows
LUNE is a experiential haiku, a short poem dedicated to the exploration of the new medium of VR. You can touch and play; poke and prod; dance, move, caress, or simply meditate as you build yourself a pillow fort made from stars, in the company of the quiet moon.
Why similar: Indie 44.3%, VR 32.9%, Simulation 22.8%
- #14 Nature Treks VR
88% matchVery Positive83% of 293 reviews2017
Dev: John CarlinePub: GreenerGames
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 48 min≥1hr: 26%
Latest Update: Animal Kingdom. Explore tropical beaches, underwater oceans and even take to the stars. Discover over 60 different animals. Command the weather, take control of the night or create and shape your own world. Relax and immerse yourself into the Nature Treks VR experience.
Why similar: VR 38%, Indie 37.5%, Simulation 24.5%
- #15 Emergence
87% matchVery Positive84% of 98 reviews2020
Dev: Universal Everything
Windows
An awe-inspiring open-world VR art experience exploring human behaviour, the individual and the collective. Immerse yourself among thousands of strangers. Watch from above as your movements influence the crowd in changing environments that are both wondrous and intimidating.
Why similar: VR 33%, Simulation 30.9%, Indie 25.2%, Walking Simulator 10.9%
- #16 Meditation VR
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 97 reviews2020
Dev: Better Than Life
Windows
Birds high up in the sky, waves rolling in on the shore, the wind blowing through palm trees and plants that grow on your private secluded island all contribute both visually and in sound to a surreal experience that practically makes you feel the ocean breeze.
Why similar: VR 63.4%, Indie 25.1%, Simulation 11.4%
- #17 Guided Meditation VR
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: Cubicle Ninjas
Windows
Meditation made simple & visual, built from the ground up for VR. Leave the worries of your life for a short virtual vacation across 27 environments, and return calmer and stronger. Find your happy place.®
Why similar: Indie 45.7%, VR 44.6%, Simulation 9.7%
- #18 Heaven Forest NIGHTS
85% matchMixed67% of 352 reviews2017
Dev: Fabio FerraraPub: Chubby Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The sequel to the Heaven Forest series. While the first game was about the meaning of life, this new one is about its opposite: what is the meaning of death? Since we are sentient beings who know that sooner or later we will die, do our efforts in the everyday life have a meaning at all?
Why similar: VR 69.2%, Walking Simulator 30.8%
- #19 Visionarium
84% matchVery Positive84% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: Sander Bos
Windows
Visionarium is a visionary music driven VR journey. In this experience a visionary trance state is simulated.
Why similar: Indie 36.5%, Simulation 32.1%, VR 31.4%
- #20 心境 VR / Mind VR Exploration
84% matchVery Positive81% of 73 reviews2020
Dev: 小海洋 MiniSea
Windows
This is an unprecedented exploratory learning VR application. The most cutting-edge VR digital technologies are adopted to bring an immersive experience with various elements, such as, Chinese classical architectures, implements, poems, and extraordinary imagination, to users, very impressive.
Why similar: VR 56.6%, Indie 28.2%, Simulation 15.2%
- #21 Cozy Island
78% matchVery Positive92% of 2,388 reviews2025
Dev: LazyFish Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Grow veggies, go fishing, and meet cute animals! On this relaxing and lovely island, you can walk around and explore freely, unlock quirky and fun items, build your own secret base, and enjoy carefree, joy-filled days at your own pace.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #22 Garden of the Sea (VR)
81% matchVery Positive93% of 682 reviews2022
Dev: Neat Corporation
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 65%
You wake up on a small island in a magical world. Grow your garden, nurture local creatures, furnish your home or adventure across the seas to explore more islands and gather new resources. This world is for you.
Why similar: VR 50.5%, Indie 31.3%, Simulation 18.2%
- #23 Catify VR
83% matchMixed57% of 67 reviews2018
Dev: VR StudioPub: AC3 Studio
Windows
Embody a Parisian cat in VR and live the everyday life of a feline: walking, jumping, night-watching and clawing!
Why similar: VR 52%, Simulation 48%
- #24 Lushfoil Photography Sim
77% matchVery Positive92% of 1,511 reviews2025
Dev: Matt NewellPub: Annapurna Interactive
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A tranquil exploration and photography experience set across a vast selection of faithfully detailed landscapes.
Why similar: VR 60%, Simulation 20.4%, Walking Simulator 19.6%
- #25 VRSailing by BeTomorrow
82% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2017
Dev: BeTomorrow
Windows
Experience the thrill of sailing in this breathtaking experience using your HTC Vive with outstanding water effect and simulation and realistic sailing in different weather conditions.
Why similar: Indie 41%, VR 33.5%, Simulation 25.5%
- #26 Proteus
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,783 reviews2013
Dev: Ed Key and David KanagaPub: Twisted Tree
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 18%
Proteus is a game about exploration and immersion in a dream-like island world where the soundtrack to your play is created by your surroundings. Played in first-person, the primary means of interaction is simply your presence in the world and how you observe it.
Why similar: Indie 66.4%, Walking Simulator 33.6%
- #27 ALICE VR
82% matchMostly Negative37% of 354 reviews2016
Dev: Carbon StudioPub: Klabater
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Alice VR is a single player story-driven exploration game with puzzles designed to be a unique VR experience. Set on a mysterious planet and inspired by Alice in Wonderland, it's a thrilling, immersive adventure with beautiful graphics and an atmospheric electronic soundtrack.
Why similar: VR 52.6%, Indie 47.4%
- #28 Island Time VR
80% matchMixed59% of 124 reviews2018
Dev: Flight School Studio
Windows
If you’ve ever wondered what being stranded on an island might be like, this VR game is for you, buddy. Using the advice of a new friend, Carl the Crab, you’ve gotta find a way to keep yourself from starving and survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Indie 41.5%, VR 31.4%, Simulation 27.1%
- #29 Wakamarina Valley, New Zealand
78% matchVery Positive81% of 106 reviews2020
Dev: Matt Newell
Windows
A short exploration/photography experience set in the idyllic forested landscape of the Wakamarina Valley, located near Queen Charlotte Sound on New Zealand's South Island. Playable in both VR and Desktop modes.
Why similar: VR 45.6%, Indie 23.2%, Walking Simulator 15.7%, Simulation 15.6%
- #30 Bootstrap Island
72% matchVery Positive83% of 1,099 reviews2026
Dev: Maru VR
Windows
A Robinson Crusoe–inspired VR roguelike survival adventure set in the 17th century. Shipwrecked on a ruthless tropical island, you must survive without guidance. Trust your instincts as you face wild beasts, nature’s fury, and a mysterious local tribe.
Why similar: VR 74.5%, Simulation 25.5%
- #31 Perfect
79% matchMixed48% of 83 reviews2016
Dev: nDreams / Near LightPub: nDreams
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Perfect is virtual reality escapism at its purest. Leave behind the daily grind & slip away to beautiful relaxing locations, made possible through VR. Visit several stunning & interactive destinations, from sun-drenched beaches & peaceful mountains to the spectacular northern lights.
Why similar: VR 59%, Simulation 41%
- #32 Placid Plastic Duck VR
73% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: turbolento gamesPub: turbolento publishing
Windows
The ultimate virtual reality rubber duck experience for your relaxation.
Why similar: VR 64.7%, Simulation 24.7%, Walking Simulator 10.6%
- #33 Myst
74% matchVery Positive89% of 2,089 reviews2021
Dev: Cyan Worlds, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Welcome to Myst: a starkly beautiful island, eerily tinged with mystery and shrouded in intrigue. Built from the ground up to play in 2D & VR, explore Myst in a whole new dimension! Journey to the Ages, unravel puzzles, and be a part of the surrealistic adventure that will become your own.
Why similar: VR 70.7%, Indie 25.5%, Walking Simulator 3.9%
- #34 House Flipper VR
77% matchMixed50% of 361 reviews2020
Dev: Frozen Way
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Virtual makeovers were never more real! Thanks to VR technology, you will be able to single-handedly take care of ruined properties, gaining your clients' appreciation and satisfaction from a job well done! Put on your goggles, take a firm grip on the controllers and become a master of renovation!
Why similar: Indie 45.8%, VR 27.1%, Simulation 27.1%
- #35 Hotel: A Resort Simulator
76% matchMostly Negative25% of 189 reviews2023
Dev: Ringzero Game StudioPub: Bigben Interactive
Windows
You are the manager of a hotel in an idyllic location. Build, design and develop your hotel, while creating unforgettable memories for your guests through expert management and by offering exceptional entertainment.
Why similar: Simulation 100%
- #36 VR JAPAN
76% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2021
Dev: Kraftmaru
Windows
Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese space in VR for about 3 minutes.
Why similar: VR 80.1%, Walking Simulator 19.9%
- #37 Blind Touch
70% matchNo user reviews91% of 64 reviews2026
Dev: Flygogo Games
Windows
A "Blind" simulator that lets you experience a new perspective and immersive sensory journey. Step into a world of darkness using your guide cane.
Why similar: Indie 44%, Walking Simulator 28.9%, Simulation 27%
- #38 Virtual Exhibition
74% matchVery Positive94% of 87 reviews2020
Dev: Kersten Glaser
Windows · Mac
The Virtual Exhibition makes it possible to visit a gallery from the comfort of your own home and behaves like a real curated gallery. New features and photographers will be added regularly.
Why similar: Indie 55.7%, Simulation 31.8%, Walking Simulator 12.5%
- #39 Glider Simulator
70% matchVery Positive96% of 191 reviews2024
Dev: HFRK.
Windows
A glider simulator based on VR technology, with strong 360 degree immersion and 12 scenes including canyons and islands for flight. When you put on the VR device, you instantly become a free bird, flipping, hovering, and sprinting as you please, feeling the resonance of heartbeat and passion.
Why similar: VR 51.5%, Indie 28.5%, Simulation 19.9%
- #40 ENDLESS BECOMING - APARTMENT
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 96 reviews2021
Dev: Jonathan TurnerPub: Chameleon Gallery
Windows · Mac
It is an interactive virtual art installation. Utilizing Virtual Reality or First Person modes, users are encouraged to explore at their own pace. Users will experience an unfolding landscape of architecture, spatialized sound and digital phenomena.
Why similar: VR 57.8%, Indie 21.7%, Walking Simulator 20.6%
- #41 Temple of the Apsara
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2016
Dev: Attraction Studios
Windows
Temple of the Apsara is a VR exploration adventure puzzle experience unlike any other for the HTC VIVE.From the breathtaking mountainside to the depths of the ancient ruins, Temple of the Apsara is a journey unlike any other you’ve ever been on.
Why similar: Indie 66.5%, VR 33.5%
- #42 DeepStates [VR]
72% matchVery Positive89% of 92 reviews2021
Dev: Marc ZimmermannPub: EpicScapes
Windows
DeepStates [VR] - Experiences designed to calm your mind and drift away. Wind down in compelling natural sceneries with dense atmospheres. Please note: Development for DeepStates is discontinued.
Why similar: VR 65.5%, Simulation 20.5%, Walking Simulator 14%
- #43 EVEREST VR™
75% matchMixed52% of 322 reviews2016
Dev: Sólfar Studios
Windows
Experience what it feels like to climb Mount Everest through a sequence of immersive first person locations as you strive to reach the top of the world. Incomparable visual fidelity combined with player agency in a VR journey that feels both real and emotionally stunning.
Why similar: VR 57.1%, Simulation 22.8%, Indie 20.1%
- #44 The Deer
73% matchMixed62% of 2,246 reviews2016
Dev: Fabio FerraraPub: Chubby Pixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
"The Deer" is an educational interactive experience for children. You'll be an ancient Deer during the Pleistocene (Ice Age) epoch and you'll discover everything about this marvelous era. Unfortunately there were no T-Rex during this age since they were already extinct millions of years before.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #45 Architect Life: A House Design Simulator
68% matchMixed50% of 252 reviews2025
Dev: Shine ResearchPub: Nacon
Windows
Create dream homes! From 3D plan modelling through to on-site decision-making, you must bring each project to life while giving free rein to your creativity, to take your architectural firm to the pinnacle of the profession.
Why similar: Indie 50.5%, Simulation 49.5%
- #46 theBlu
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 241 reviews2022
Dev: Wevr, Inc
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Experience the wonder and majesty of the ocean through a series of habitats and come face to face with some of the most awe inspiring species on the planet.
Why similar: VR 64.8%, Simulation 19.9%, Indie 15.3%
- #47 Magma Tsunami
71% matchMixed65% of 321 reviews2016
Dev: StrangeLight Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Magma Tsunami is a frenzied arcade platformer game. Beat your records in 1P or Co-op mode, and don't get caught by the Magma Tsunami!!! Could you stay alive for more than one minute??
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #48 Make it indie!
71% matchMixed46% of 1,271 reviews2015
Dev: Sometimes You
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Claw your way through the abyss of the mind and survive the horrors that stalk you as you attempt to survive seven days as... an Indie Developer.
Why similar: Indie 89.5%, Simulation 10.5%
- #49 Eden Island
66% matchMixed61% of 254 reviews2024
Dev: Moon Studio
Windows
Eden Island is a beautiful survival game. As a survivor, you will explore and survive on a realistic tropical island, craft weapons against beasts, farm and hunt, build your own home.
- #50 Journey To The Center Of The Earth
70% matchMixed69% of 698 reviews2015
Dev: InSayn
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
You love riddles and to combine logically? You love Jump 'n' Runs? You don't want to fight but you still want a challenge? Then you will love this Journey to the Center of the Earth! Control three adventurers with unique powers at the same time, or guide them individually in this narrative 2D puzzle platformer...
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #51 Smoking Simulator
66% matchVery Positive85% of 139 reviews2023
Dev: Ghost_RUS Games
Windows
Have you ever wanted to relax and have a good smoke in an atmospheric village? Then you are exactly at the right place - take a drag on your cigarette and go ahead and explore our wonderful world.
Why similar: Simulation 35.3%, Indie 32.5%, Walking Simulator 32.2%
- #52 Journey For Elysium
69% matchVery Positive82% of 101 reviews2019
Dev: MantisPub: Cronos Interactive
Windows
Journey for Elysium is a story-driven VR game that will immerse you in a fictional setting inspired by Ancient Mythology. Use your wit & skills to overcome a series of increasingly elaborate challenges to reach Elysium and obtain redemption.
Why similar: Indie 49.4%, Simulation 26.4%, VR 24.2%
- #53 Subside
63% matchVery Positive98% of 461 reviews2024
Dev: A2D Software
Windows
Subside is an immersive aquatic VR experience with multiple areas to explore and lifelike aquatic creatures to interact with. Crafted with unparalleled realism, it aims to replicate the nuances of real-life swimming and diving in shallow waters
Why similar: VR 71.8%, Simulation 28.2%
- #54 Discovering Space 2
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 90 reviews2017
Dev: Discovering VR
Windows
Discovering Space 2 is all about exploration. There’s no action, shooting or explosions, just sightseeing, discovery and relaxation on an epic scale.Calming, wondrous and adventurous.
Why similar: Indie 62.7%, Simulation 37.3%
- #55 VR Regatta - The Sailing Game
68% matchVery Positive85% of 175 reviews2018
Dev: MarineVerse
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Explore the immersive, inspiring sailing experience that awaits you on the open seas. Veterans of sailing and newcomers alike are invited to discover the relaxation and exploration at Akalana Islands. Time to sail!
Why similar: VR 98.7%, Simulation 1.3%
- #56 Unforgiving Trials: The Darkest Crusade
68% matchMixed64% of 651 reviews2016
Dev: Amaterasu Software
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #57 Harvest Island: Beginnings
66% 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: Simulation 100%