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  1. #1 Littlewood
    97% matchVery Positive93% of 6,792 reviews2020
    Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    The world has already been saved. Now it's time to rebuild your town, learn new hobbies, and forge lifelong friendships in this peaceful and relaxing RPG.

    Why similar: Life Sim 21.7%, City Builder 20.4%, Agriculture 18.8%, Farming Sim 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 7%

  2. #2 Roots of Pacha
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 4,347 reviews2023
    Dev: Soda Den
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    The charming and relaxing stone-age farming sim where you live in a thriving community exploring the wonderful world of Pacha. Discover "ideas," domesticate crops, befriend animals, and help your village grow. Play co-op with friends or explore the early days of civilization in single-player.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.6%, Life Sim 22%, Agriculture 18.3%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  3. #3 Coral Island
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 25,947 reviews2023
    Dev: Stairway GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 52.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 38.1%, Life Sim 26.6%, Agriculture 18.5%, Simulation 5.7%, Character Customization 3.3%

  4. #4 Farmer's Dynasty
    95% matchMostly Positive75% of 4,227 reviews2019
    Dev: UMEO StudiosPub: Toplitz Productions
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Live – Build – Farm: Enjoy a unique mix of farming, constructing and life simulation that takes you to the countryside and holds plenty of challenging gameplay in stock!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 34.8%, Life Sim 25.6%, Agriculture 21.2%, Simulation 7.9%, Nature 5%

  5. #5 Pocket Harvest
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Reap the joys of country life and cultivate your farm and fame!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 28.6%, Life Sim 19.4%, Agriculture 18.2%, City Builder 14.9%, Simulation 7.2%

  6. #6 Sun Haven
    93% matchVery Positive81% of 24,588 reviews2023
    Dev: Pixel Sprout Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.3%, Life Sim 22.9%, Agriculture 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Simulation 4.7%

  7. #7 Peaceful Days
    92% matchVery Positive87% of 265 reviews2025
    Dev: Nhat Nguyen
    Windows · Linux

    Take over a cozy local farm in the charming seaside town of Aurora, meet friendly locals, reveal the secrets and enjoy your new peaceful life!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.4%, Agriculture 22.9%, Simulation 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, RPG 6.8%

  8. #8 Circadian City
    94% matchMixed59% of 165 reviews2020
    Dev: Nowhere StudiosPub: Way Down Deep
    Windows · Mac

    A life sim game where you play both in the Realworld and the Dreamworld. Your personality is your skill tree.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 29.7%, Life Sim 25.4%, Agriculture 22.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Simulation 6.1%

  9. #9 To Pixelia
    91% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,198 reviews2025
    Dev: Pixeduo StudiosPub: Crytivo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    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: Farming Sim 32.7%, Life Sim 29.8%, Immersive Sim 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Simulation 5.8%

  10. #10 Oriental Valley
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 369 reviews2024
    Dev: 猫多游戏Pub: ETime Studio
    Windows

    Welcome to the weird and wonderful world where modern country life meets quirky simulation adventure! Here you'll immerse yourself in a laid-back lifestyle full of traditional customs, make a bunch of quirky new friends, and embark on bizarre adventures.

    Why similar: Life Sim 25.1%, Farming Sim 24.4%, Agriculture 21.3%, Immersive Sim 12.6%, Simulation 6.5%

  11. #11 Fields of Mistria
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 27,018 reviews2024
    Dev: NPC Studio
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Start your new life! Build the farm of your dreams as you discover a world brimming with possibilities. Magic, romance, and adventure all await you in this nostalgic farming / life sim RPG!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.6%, Life Sim 25.1%, Agriculture 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Simulation 6.5%

  12. #12 Sprout Valley
    90% matchMostly Positive73% of 121 reviews2023
    Dev: Vadzim LiakhovichPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Sprout Valley is farming simulator game where you can step back from the busy life and grow the garden of your dreams. Captivating story, hand-crafted experience, cute graphics and many more!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 34.4%, Life Sim 25.7%, Immersive Sim 14.4%, Simulation 8.2%, Nature 6.2%

  13. #13 Cute Farmer Life
    89% matchVery Positive98% of 153 reviews2023
    Dev: SE32
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cute Farmer Life is a small indie farm game. Grow, craft and collect resources in a game designed to relax and enjoy the moment. Discover the secrets of the small town you have moved to.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 39.1%, Agriculture 27.5%, Nature 9.7%, Simulation 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  14. #14 Little Witch in the Woods
    86% matchVery Positive89% of 12,303 reviews2025
    Dev: SUNNY SIDE UP
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    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: Farming Sim 29.5%, Life Sim 27.7%, Immersive Sim 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Simulation 8%

  15. #15 Chill Town
    88% matchMixed67% of 233 reviews2025
    Dev: Low-Hi Tech
    Windows

    A unique blend of a Soothing Simulation and an Idle Game with Music, Decoration, Fishing, Cooking, Farming and more...

    Why similar: Farming Sim 43.6%, Life Sim 34.5%, Simulation 9.9%, Character Customization 6.4%, Relaxing 4.3%

  16. #16 Farmer's Life
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 2,660 reviews2023
    Dev: FreeMind S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    🌾Unleash the Farmer within. 🚜 Dive into the rustic charm of rural living in "Farmer's Life," where you'll experience the joy and challenges of life on a vibrant farmstead. Plant, grow, and embrace a country living in a vast open world. You choose from diverse mechanics and endless possibilities.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30%, Agriculture 23.6%, Life Sim 21.8%, Immersive Sim 12.6%, Simulation 6.8%

  17. #17 Seeds of Calamity
    84% matchVery Positive89% of 218 reviews2025
    Dev: Laborious Lark StudiosPub: Pretty Soon
    Windows

    Take part in healing after the Great Calamity. Tend your farm, complete quests for the villagers, and explore dungeons filled with challenge and treasure in this cozy, solo-developed farming sim. Build a new life in a recovering world with your fluffy Spellbook Companion.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.7%, Life Sim 23.7%, Agriculture 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Simulation 6.1%

  18. #18 Project Real
    84% matchVery Positive89% of 64 reviews2024
    Dev: HKGamesStudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
    Windows

    The Real Project is a game where you shape your virtual life. Choose professions, build authentic relationships and explore a wide, vibrant world full of fascinating NPCs. Face challenges, explore stunning landscapes. Live a complete virtual life, full of unique adventures.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33.5%, Life Sim 26.6%, Agriculture 16.6%, Simulation 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  19. #19 8-Bit Farm
    85% matchMixed66% of 56 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Farm management simulation game! Create the most awesome farm!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 28.5%, Life Sim 18.8%, Agriculture 18.5%, City Builder 14.9%, Simulation 7.4%

  20. #20 Starsand Island
    80% matchVery Positive87% of 7,209 reviews2026
    Dev: Seed Sparkle Lab
    Windows
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Tired of the city grind? Escape to Starsand Island and embrace the simple joys of country life! Live alongside capybaras, cats, and dogs, reel in a big catch, and explore the enchanting Moonlit Forest. Leave the hustle behind and experience the charm of this seaside paradise.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 39.7%, Life Sim 30.8%, Immersive Sim 13%, Simulation 7.8%, Relaxing 3.7%

  21. #21 Stardew Valley
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 992,215 reviews2016
    Dev: ConcernedApe
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 83.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.1%, Life Sim 25.3%, Agriculture 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Simulation 5.2%

  22. #22 Harvest Life
    86% matchMixed52% of 269 reviews2017
    Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Show your mettle as both an aspiring organic farmer and a part-time adventurer. And then you might be in for a romantic happy ending.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 62.8%, Agriculture 19.5%, Simulation 12.5%, Casual 1.9%, Relaxing 1.5%

  23. #23 STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 5,636 reviews2020
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 56%, Life Sim 15.2%, Simulation 10.9%, Agriculture 9.9%, RPG 3.3%

  24. #24 Isla Sinaloa
    83% matchMixed68% of 145 reviews2022
    Dev: EnsenaSoft
    Windows · Mac

    Isla Sinaloa is a relaxing game full of puzzles and activities to enjoy on a peaceful island in a universe full of friendly animals

    Why similar: Farming Sim 38.7%, Life Sim 29.6%, Agriculture 19.5%, Adventure 3.4%, Character Customization 2.5%

  25. #25 Tales of Seikyu
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 1,022 reviews2025
    Dev: ACE EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Inspired by the charm of games like Fields of Mistria and Rune Factory, Tales of Seikyu is a cozy adventure filled with warmth, nature, and magic! Farm, decorate and find love in this charming and mystical fantasy farming sim.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.4%, Agriculture 26%, Life Sim 23.6%, Simulation 6.6%, Relaxing 4.9%

  26. #26 Hokko Life
    81% matchMixed66% of 2,650 reviews2022
    Dev: Gizmo GardenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Hop off the train and into your new life in the village of Hokko! Take over the old workshop and get creative; use crafted materials and design everything in town! With complete creative freedom, what type of town will you build?

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32.8%, Life Sim 25.9%, Agriculture 21.5%, Simulation 6.9%, Character Customization 3.5%

  27. #27 Immortal Life
    78% matchVery Positive80% of 4,255 reviews2024
    Dev: YiFang StudioPub: 2P Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    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: Farming Sim 31.4%, Agriculture 26.9%, Life Sim 23.9%, Simulation 5.7%, Story Rich 3.7%

  28. #28 Firefly Village
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 117 reviews2025
    Dev: Josh Koenig GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows · Linux

    The Firefly Village awaits! A bite-sized, streamlined farming sim that focuses on moments that matter, without wasting a single second of your time. Build a homestead, raise crops, tend to livestock, make friends, and enjoy a pocket of paradise where farming is a delight and friends plentiful.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31%, Life Sim 21.3%, Agriculture 19.5%, Nature 8.1%, Simulation 7.2%

  29. #29 Halcyon Days at Taoyuan
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 985 reviews2026
    Dev: BotanXPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Welcome to Taoyuan Village to heal your loneliness. Here, you can lead a carefree, self-sufficient life: farm, tame animals, raise livestock, fish, and build a prosperous homestead. Or, immerse in village life, meet kindred spirits, find love, and influence their destinies with your choices.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 45.2%, Agriculture 23.4%, Simulation 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Story Rich 2.6%

  30. #30 Research Story
    76% matchVery Positive95% of 317 reviews2025
    Dev: Petal Cat Games
    Windows

    Set out to discover and record plants and creatures for the Violet Archive. Grow crops, tame animals, and build the perfect farm! Forge friendships along the way as you begin your life as a researcher!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32.5%, Life Sim 23.5%, Agriculture 22.7%, Simulation 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  31. #31 Harvest Island: Beginnings
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 137 reviews2020
    Dev: YobobPub: Yobob Games
    Windows

    Milk cows, pet goats, shear sheep, plant crops, and give your offerings to the gods in this relaxing, cute, adventure, story driven farming simulator set on a remote island. Don't wander off too far from your home. It's safer to stay in the comfort of your farm.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.8%, Life Sim 19.1%, Immersive Sim 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Simulation 6.8%

  32. #32 Harvest Days: My Dream Farm
    78% matchMixed68% of 189 reviews2024
    Dev: Family Devs
    Windows

    Escape the stress of the big city and enjoy the country life. Take care of your farm, explore the open game world and create your farming paradise. Take care of your animals, cultivate the fields, produce useful and decorative items and build your dream ranch.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.5%, Agriculture 22.9%, Life Sim 18.1%, Nature 11.6%, Simulation 6.6%

  33. #33 Farm Life: Natures Adventure
    81% matchMixed57% of 67 reviews2016
    Dev: Brettpenzer123
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Grow, Harvest, Nurture, Explore, Fish, Shop, Love, Mine and Events - Farm Life: Natures Adventure is full of everything from the small things like running your farm to becoming the town mayor and changing the town.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.3%, Agriculture 25%, Life Sim 24.1%, Simulation 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

  34. #34 SunnySide
    76% matchMixed66% of 1,158 reviews2024
    Dev: Aftabi Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Find harmony in the Japanese countryside as you help Sparky uncover lost memories in this modern take on the farming and life simulator. Build a thriving homestead, cultivate new relationships, and chase your own happiness in SunnySide.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.5%, Life Sim 24%, Agriculture 23.9%, Simulation 6.7%, Character Customization 4.6%

  35. #35 STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 3,749 reviews2025
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Searching for a peaceful farm life, a fresh mountain breeze, and your own market stall? Look no further than the friendly community of Zephyr Town! Here you’ll grow crops and raise animals, get to know the locals, and sell your wares at the town's bazaar to restore it to its former glory.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.6%, Life Sim 23.9%, Agriculture 22.5%, Nature 12.2%, Character Customization 3.5%

  36. #36 Farming Life
    77% matchMixed67% of 213 reviews2021
    Dev: ▲ Pyramid GamesPub: Gaming Factory
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Are you tired of corporate life? Create your own farm! Plant vegetables and fruits, harvest crops, employ workers, take care of animals. Buy farm equipment, manage employees and just relax!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 45.9%, Agriculture 31.3%, Simulation 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Relaxing 3.2%

  37. #37 Gaucho and the Grassland
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 510 reviews2025
    Dev: Epopeia Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    LIVE like a LATIN COWBOY as you EXPLORE, HELP others, and bring HARMONY between HUMANS and MYSTICAL BEINGS in a RELAXING COZY ADVENTURE.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.4%, Life Sim 25.7%, Nature 13.1%, Simulation 8.4%, Character Customization 4.6%

  38. #38 Travellers Rest
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 16,540 reviews2020
    Dev: Isolated Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Craft, farm, build and cook! In Travellers Rest you will have to use all the available tools to become the best tavern keeper in the realm. Create unique dishes and drinks to please your customers as you discover the world and its colorful characters.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36.4%, Life Sim 34.1%, Immersive Sim 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Simulation 3.7%

  39. #39 Russian Village Simulator
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 1,003 reviews2023
    Dev: VD Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    This is a simulator of life in the Russian countryside, where the player will be engaged in the garden, picking mushrooms and berries, collect firewood, hunting and fishing, brew moonshine and much, much more.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33%, Life Sim 26.9%, Agriculture 26.9%, Simulation 8%, Relaxing 3.2%

  40. #40 Garden Buddies
    75% matchMostly Positive73% of 92 reviews2023
    Dev: JamPicsPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Unleash your inner gardener and immerse yourself in the serene world of Garden Buddies, cultivating a vibrant flower garden alongside your new friend Mutsy. Discover an enchanting and fulfilling experience to release your stress.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33.5%, Life Sim 25.5%, Agriculture 24.5%, Simulation 6.7%, Relaxing 3.6%

  41. #41 Oh! Edo Towns
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 100 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32.6%, City Builder 24.8%, Life Sim 24.3%, Simulation 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  42. #42 Dream Life in the Country Side
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 97 reviews2025
    Dev: Minaduki CafePub: Saikey Studios
    Windows

    A laid-back farming simulator where you play as Lisa, a dedicated farmer by day and a passionate partner of Honoka at night. Work the land, raise animals, and cultivate your relationship. Unlock special scenes as your bond and farm flourish.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 42.1%, Agriculture 31.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Simulation 8.5%, Nature 4.7%

  43. #43 Forest Camp Story
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 217 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Create and customize your own campground in this charming pixel art sim game.

    Why similar: City Builder 25.2%, Farming Sim 24.8%, Life Sim 20.5%, Simulation 13.7%, Nature 6.7%

  44. #44 Song Of The Prairie
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,505 reviews2024
    Dev: The Droplet StudioPub: AOE Plus
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Song of The Prairie is a 3D relaxing farm game. A hero who defeat the demon begins a new rural life. Experiencing the fun of exploration to the town. Harvesting giant fruits and crops. Taking care fantastic animals. Dating with someone you like. Just enjoy the farming life only belongs to you!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.3%, Life Sim 23.8%, Agriculture 23.5%, Simulation 5.6%, Story Rich 4.3%

  45. #45 DACHA
    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2025
    Dev: VD Games
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of a Russian summer cottage: take care of the vegetable garden and flower beds, pick ripe apples, cook fragrant compote, roast kebabs and enjoy nature.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 31.8%, Life Sim 30.3%, Simulation 13.3%, Immersive Sim 11.9%, Nature 7%

  46. #46 Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,566 reviews2024
    Dev: stillalive studiosPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Garden Life is a relaxing gardening game in which you create your dream garden in a peaceful, colourful world. Plant and add ornaments at your own pace, transforming an overgrown forgotten plot into a flourishing community garden.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 45.3%, Agriculture 14.6%, Nature 14.1%, Simulation 11.4%, Relaxing 6%

  47. #47 Cattle Country
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 351 reviews2025
    Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.Pub: Playtonic Friends
    Windows · Linux

    Howdy partner! Welcome to Cattle Country, the Cozy Cowboy Adventure Life Sim. Become a determined pioneer traveling west to start a new life. Make a home in the mountains, take on bandits, discover dastardly plots, build a farm, develop your town, and make friends with fellow residents.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 35%, Life Sim 24.4%, Agriculture 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Character Customization 4.7%

  48. #48 Summer in Mara
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,139 reviews2020
    Dev: Chibig
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Take care of your own island and sail with your boat in this cozy farming adventure! Relax and unwind exploring a tropical archipelago or harvesting your own crops while helping others. Discover the story of Summer in Mara, with farming, crafting and exploring mechanics.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 34.3%, Life Sim 27.2%, Agriculture 21.2%, Nature 10.8%, Relaxing 3.9%

  49. #49 Chef RPG
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 2,496 reviews2024
    Dev: World 2 Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Craft your culinary adventure in a beautiful pixel art world. Manage your restaurants, forage and hunt for ingredients, befriend locals, and grow your culinary empire. What kind of chef will you be?

    Why similar: Life Sim 47.3%, Immersive Sim 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Simulation 9.2%, RPG 5.6%

  50. #50 Aka
    70% matchMostly Positive77% of 670 reviews2022
    Dev: Cosmo GattoPub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Find inner peace in a small, open-world game. On these carefully handcrafted islands, you can take a nap on a giant monster, feed baby dragons, take care of the fauna and flora... ...but demons from your past might come back to remind you what you want to forget.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.3%, Life Sim 30.9%, Nature 13.7%, Simulation 8.5%, Story Rich 4.3%

  51. #51 My Time at Portia
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 44,040 reviews2019
    Dev: Pathea GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 36.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 36%, Life Sim 29.6%, Agriculture 17.9%, Simulation 7.3%, RPG 3.3%

  52. #52 Cowboy Life Simulator
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 1,091 reviews2025
    Dev: Odd QubitPub: RockGame S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    “Cowboy Life Simulator” is an immersive and relaxing ranching sim where you step into the boots of a failed businessman starting fresh on the frontier. Buy your first goat, meet the locals, explore vibrant lands, and build your dream ranch in a world full of stories and adventure!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 33.1%, Life Sim 24.6%, Agriculture 24%, Simulation 7.4%, Story Rich 3.2%

  53. #53 Fishing Paradiso
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 322 reviews2022
    Dev: Odencat
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Embark on a relaxing tropical adventure in this cozy fishing RPG! Explore wondrous locations and befriend a charming cast of characters on your quest to become a master angler and discover the true meaning of paradise!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.1%, Immersive Sim 20.1%, Job Simulator 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Relaxing 5.2%

  54. #54 Kynseed
    68% matchVery Positive83% of 3,619 reviews2022
    Dev: PixelCount Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    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: Farming Sim 43.8%, Life Sim 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Simulation 7.1%, Relaxing 4.2%

  55. #55 Chinese Frontiers
    67% matchMostly Positive75% of 485 reviews2025
    Dev: SolidGamesPub: Big Cheese Studio
    Windows

    Plan, build, and unwind in medieval China. Lead villagers, fine-tune production, and craft iconic Chinese landmarks brick by brick. Roam passes, deserts, and river valleys; farm, cook, and decorate. Master new crafts, earn imperial favor, and turn smart design into lasting legacy.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30%, Life Sim 22.1%, City Builder 18.6%, Immersive Sim 13.6%, Simulation 8.5%

  56. #56 Doloc Town
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,208 reviews2025
    Dev: RedSaw Games StudioPub: Logoi Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Doloc Town is a cozy pixel-art farming simulation game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Build your dream farm from scratch and explore this mysterious wasteland. Harvest, plant, build, and uncover the untold stories of this forgotten land.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 57.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Simulation 12.4%, Relaxing 6.3%, Adventure 4.3%

  57. #57 The Palace on the Hill Prologue
    68% matchVery Positive98% of 123 reviews2023
    Dev: Niku Games
    Windows · Mac

    A slice-of-life adventure game set in fictional 90s rural India. Explore ancient palace ruins, set up your garden, cook Indian food, run errands for quirky characters, and learn about your history by making art.

    Why similar: Life Sim 49.2%, Immersive Sim 19.2%, Story Rich 10.1%, Simulation 8.9%, Relaxing 6.9%

  58. #58 STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 1,579 reviews2021
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Welcome to Olive Town, a peaceful community established by your trailblazing grandfather and his friends. Now that you've taken over his farm, it's your job to carry on his legacy. Plant crops, raise animals, build relationships, and get to know the residents of your new home!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37.4%, Life Sim 26.2%, Agriculture 20.9%, Simulation 7.7%, RPG 3.1%

  59. #59 Rusty's Retirement
    63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,403 reviews2024
    Dev: Mister Morris Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 23.2 hrsMean: 54.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A relaxing idle-farming simulator that sits at the bottom of your screen while you do other things.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 53.8%, Nature 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Simulation 11.2%, Relaxing 5.4%

  60. #60 HARVESTELLA
    67% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,478 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Farming Sim 36%, Agriculture 27%, Life Sim 24%, Simulation 4.8%, Story Rich 3.7%

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