Games Like LOST EMBER

Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.

Why similar: Animals 28.5% ★, Walking Simulator 14.9%, Third Person 9.2%, Relaxing 7.9%, Family Friendly 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Allows you to play as a fox spirit in a beautiful, atmospheric landscape inspired by Icelandic scenery.

As the last mother fox on Earth, your cubs need all your care to survive in a merciless world that slowly destroys itself. You have to help them, teach them and save them. And you should never forget that extinction is forever – in the real world and in this 2023 BAFTA award winning experience.

Why similar: Emotional 24%, Nature 18.9%, Walking Simulator 11.4%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Atmospheric 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the emotional struggle of a mother fox protecting her cubs in a world ravaged by humans.

A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.6%, Atmospheric 12.5%, Nature 12.4%, Relaxing 10.9%, Exploration 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional narrative-driven game where you play as a fox searching for her family.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.7%, Relaxing 17.9%, Atmospheric 16.8%, Exploration 14.6%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of wordless, atmospheric storytelling that emphasizes exploration and emotional connection.

A Tropical Open-World adventure. Climb, glide, swim, and sail your boat around a beautiful archipelago in this physics-driven sandbox. Take control of any animal or object you can find, and Jam on your fully playable Ukulele.

Why similar: Third Person 25.7%, Exploration 19.7%, Stylized 13.5%, Story Rich 13.1%, Cute 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a core mechanic of soul-jumping into animals and objects to explore a vibrant, open-world island.

Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.

Why similar: Emotional 23.7%, Nature 17%, Walking Simulator 14.4%, Atmospheric 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning game that highlights the emotional bond between a woman and a wolf cub.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: Exploration 22.6%, Atmospheric 19.6%, Relaxing 12.2%, Adventure 11.3%, Walking Simulator 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, puzzle-filled adventure that explores themes of loss and discovery in a vibrant world.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.6%, Relaxing 15.3%, Exploration 14.7%, Stylized 14%, Story Rich 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a meditative, exploration-focused experience in a vast, artistic desert landscape.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Nature 16.9%, Relaxing 16.2%, Exploration 14.1%, Cozy 11.4%, Cute 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, nature-focused exploration game that captures the joy of movement and discovery.

Experience the wild as a badger sheltering your cubs from harm. On your journey, you will be stalked by birds of prey, encounter perils of the night, cross fierce rivers, escape forest fires and face the looming threat of starvation. Food is to be found, but is there enough for everyone?

Why similar: Nature 16.5%, Emotional 14%, Walking Simulator 13.3%, Family Friendly 9%, Female Protagonist 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the survival and emotional bond of a mother badger protecting her young in the wild.

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Story Rich 23.3%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Stylized 16.3%, Atmospheric 14%, Adventure 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a wolf protagonist and a world deeply rooted in nature, mythology, and artistic exploration.

Lost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find their way home.

Why similar: Third Person 22%, Atmospheric 20.8%, Exploration 19.8%, Cute 16.7%, Adventure 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the unique perspective of a cat navigating a mysterious, atmospheric world.

From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.

Why similar: Relaxing 28.2%, Atmospheric 18.6%, Exploration 16.6%, Walking Simulator 9.6%, Family Friendly 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a serene, atmospheric underwater journey that emphasizes the beauty of nature and marine life.

Seasons After Fall is a 2D platform-puzzler game that will let you dive into a captivating universe and explore a land governed by magic and nature.

Why similar: Animals 22.6% ★, Atmospheric 19.8%, Cute 16.9%, Adventure 15.8%, Relaxing 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer where you play as a fox who can manipulate the seasons to traverse the environment.

You're a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends with stray animals, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn't that what cats do best?

Why similar: Wholesome 35.9%, Cozy 23.5%, Family Friendly 11.4%, Exploration 9.3%, Cute 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a charming, exploration-heavy experience from the perspective of a curious cat.

Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.

Why similar: Wholesome 28.4%, Cozy 19.2%, Nature 15.4%, Family Friendly 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A wholesome, nature-focused game about exploring an island and protecting its wildlife.

Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. Become Fe and discover a world that you will never want to leave.

Why similar: Atmospheric 32.4%, Action 24.3%, Adventure 14.2%, Singleplayer 10.2%, Exploration 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric adventure where you interact with the forest and its creatures through song.

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Emotional 26.4%, Relaxing 14.9%, Family Friendly 13.6%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Story Rich 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A poignant, puzzle-filled adventure about finding hope and purpose in a lonely world.

When humans get too lonely, they turn into monsters… Set sail across a beautiful and evolving world of darkness and light, and discover what it means to be human.

Why similar: Emotional 43.2%, Atmospheric 16.5%, Adventure 12.9%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Stylized 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, story-rich adventure that uses its environment to reflect the protagonist's inner state.

Experience award-winning Flower, now available on PC. Flower lets you take control of the wind as you explore and navigate beautiful, lush environments.

Why similar: Nature 24.9%, Emotional 17.3%, Relaxing 16%, Family Friendly 11.3%, Atmospheric 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, nature-centric game where you control the wind to bring life back to the environment.

From the creators of ABZÛ, The Pathless is the mythic adventure of an archer and an eagle in a vast forest. Become the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world.

Why similar: Nature 18.4%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Family Friendly 12%, Exploration 10.3%, Stylized 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, high-speed movement and a strong bond with an eagle companion in a vast wilderness.

Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.

Why similar: Family Friendly 35%, Atmospheric 23.4%, Adventure 14.8%, Action 12.8%, Singleplayer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that emphasizes the connection to nature and memory.

Submerged is a third-person combat-free game in which you explore a mysterious flooded city and discover the beauty of desolation in vast outdoor environments. You take on the role of Miku, a young girl who has brought her wounded brother to the city in their small fishing boat.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.2%, Nature 17.4%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Third Person 10.8%, Relaxing 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, combat-free exploration game set in a beautiful, flooded city.

A breathtaking open-world adventure awaits! Explore magical realms, restore lost light, and form wordless bonds with players worldwide. Complete quests and solve puzzles in seasonal events that celebrate kindness, discovery, and heartfelt connection.

Why similar: Wholesome 26.8%, Cozy 19.8%, Emotional 14.6%, Family Friendly 8.9%, Stylized 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A social, atmospheric exploration game that encourages discovery and connection.

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Emotional 33.5%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Relaxing 14.5%, Story Rich 13.2%, Atmospheric 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven game that uses platforming mechanics to tell a deeply emotional story.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.1%, Atmospheric 25.2%, Relaxing 14.5%, Story Rich 10.1%, Walking Simulator 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking, emotional journey that uses color and environment to tell a powerful story.

Feather is a multiplayer game about exploration, relaxation and immersion. Transform yourself into a bird, take flight, and enjoy a zen-like, picturesque landscape on your own terms. Swoop, glide, and backflip your way around mysterious locations to uncover hidden paths that only birds can follow!

Why similar: Nature 25.2%, Third Person 15.1%, Relaxing 13.1%, Exploration 12.5%, Walking Simulator 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A pure, relaxing flight-based exploration game that emphasizes freedom and atmosphere.

Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!

Why similar: Wholesome 26.9%, Cozy 19.9%, Nature 10.4%, Relaxing 8%, Family Friendly 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, hand-drawn adventure game focused on exploration and photography.

Explore the acclaimed animal adventure in never before seen beauty! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Wolves 36.5% ★, Animals 10.6% ★, Wholesome 8.4%, Walking Simulator 5.9%, Nature 5.6%

Live the life of a wild wolf in a realistic ecological simulation set in Yellowstone National Park.

Why similar: Wolves 60.8% ★, Animals 21.6% ★, Nature 8.7%, Exploration 4%, Family Friendly 3.9%

Unveil the mysteries of a beautiful ancient world in this breathtaking 3rd-Person Adventure, a sequel to the acclaimed ‘Spirit of the North.’ Take on the role of an isolated fox with a raven companion on a quest to restore the lost guardians and return home.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.2%, Nature 21%, Third Person 13.2%, Relaxing 11.3%, Exploration 9.7%

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: Wholesome 34.3%, Nature 15.4%, Third Person 10.7%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Exploration 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, nature-focused game about restoring a world through exploration and care.

As a powerful Lynx, you will make your way through vast open landscapes. In the harsh tundra, you will raise and strengthen your cubs by mastering your skills for hunting prey. Do everything you can to prepare your little ones for the vicious entities dwelling in the wilderness.

Why similar: Nature 19.2%, Emotional 18.8%, Walking Simulator 14.9%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Atmospheric 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original survival mechanics with a larger world and focus on motherhood.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.2%, Nature 18.8%, Third Person 15.8%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 9.9%

Play as Boris, a curious baby boar who must learn how to use his nose to reunite with his family after a forest fire. Explore beautiful landscapes, track scents, and uncover secrets as you slowly reconnect with nature in this cozy animal adventure.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 15.2%, Nature 13.1%, Relaxing 11.7%, Cozy 10.7%, Exploration 9.8%

Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.

Why similar: Animals 28.4% ★, Emotional 12.2%, Nature 11.3%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Third Person 6.7%

Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.4%, Nature 14.2%, Emotional 13.8%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Relaxing 10.3%

Swim, dive, and explore as a curious sea otter far from home. Meet charming animals, discover hidden places, use tools, and solve light challenges as you make your way back with your favorite rock by your side.

Why similar: Animals 27.3% ★, Wholesome 17%, Cozy 13.5%, Nature 8.2%, Relaxing 5.7%

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole, climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, and many more!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.1%, LGBTQ+ 12.6%, Third Person 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%, Exploration 7.4%

Play as a border collie and restore color to your human’s world in an atmospheric journey through the northern isles of Scotland. Explore land and sea, uncover hidden paths, herd animals and free wildlife to bring color back to her world, while revealing an emotional story about saying farewell.

Why similar: Emotional 14.6%, Nature 14.1%, Walking Simulator 12.9%, Third Person 8.4%, Relaxing 7.6%

Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.9%, Third Person 23.9%, Exploration 18%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Adventure 8.8%

Traverse a vast world as a young lynx cub. Paws – A Shelter 2 Game is a standalone, single player, adventure game with loss and friendship as its central themes. Venture out in the world and make your way home.

Why similar: Animals 26.6% ★, Nature 13%, Cute 11.8%, Emotional 11.2%, Adventure 10.6%

Explore the corners of a surrealistic post-human world to give life on Earth a second chance in this touching story about sacrifice and hope.

Why similar: Emotional 25.4%, Exploration 17.6%, Third Person 17.5%, Adventure 13.9%, Female Protagonist 11.4%

Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms. Explore beautifully crafted worlds and discover your true destiny with the help of a dragon-shaped scarf.

Why similar: Emotional 17.9%, Third Person 12.7%, Family Friendly 11.5%, Relaxing 10.9%, Exploration 9.5%

Control a herd of charming creatures called Trebhum and explore an unforgettable alien world filled with exotic lifeforms and surreal environments. Discover dozens of mutations to overcome puzzles, explore new biomes, and survive on a dangerous planet.

Why similar: Family Friendly 18.6%, Third Person 16.5%, Exploration 15.2%, Story Rich 15%, Atmospheric 12.6%

Paws and Soul: relaxing-adventure game about reincarnation. Turn yourself into a wolf, explore mysterious forests and reveal every secret of your past life!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.9%, Third Person 12.6%, Family Friendly 11.7%, Relaxing 9.3%, Exploration 9.2%

Be a stone Golem and try to save Nature with the help of an adorable Fox! Reconnect ancient sources of energy in environmental puzzles. Discover secrets from a lost civilization and save animals on an emotional quest in a cozy, colorful world.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 17.3%, Emotional 13.8%, Third Person 10.8%, Family Friendly 9.2%, Relaxing 9.2%

Let your empathy guide you as you play an exciting action-adventure, creature-saver game. Understand and tame the creatures of Ava and let them lead you through a variety of ecosystems – all in the hopes of saving the planet from a life-consuming infection.

Why similar: Wholesome 30%, Cozy 19%, Emotional 11.1%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Exploration 8.1%

Embark on an emotional journey of losing the love of one's life. Manipulate time, solve puzzles, reshape surroundings as you push forward into the bittersweet recollections of a past life. This is a story about happiness and hardship, joy and sorrow. A story that all of us will one day experience.

Why similar: Emotional 20.1%, Nature 17.5%, Relaxing 10.8%, Exploration 9.1%, Family Friendly 8.2%

Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.6%, Atmospheric 20.6%, Story Rich 15.5%, Nature 13.6%, Cute 9.5%

An open-world action adventure game set in a simulated world in which humans never reached the top of the food chain.

Why similar: Third Person 25.4%, Nature 16%, Story Rich 14.7%, Exploration 10%, Adventure 8.4%

Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures.

Why similar: Emotional 32.2%, Third Person 18.4%, Atmospheric 15.4%, Exploration 11.5%, Story Rich 10.4%

A cozy pet sim where you raise Ember, your magical fox-like companion. Bring her home, care for her, and venture into the Shimmershift together -- deepening your bond one adventure at a time.

Why similar: Wolves 46.2% ★, Wholesome 13.9%, Animals 10.4% ★, Nature 7.6%, Cozy 6.6%

A poignant narrative-driven game about rejection, belonging and the meaning of home. It follows the story of a newly adopted shelter cat whose space in the home is taken by a copycat. Bring the tissues.

Why similar: Emotional 27.7%, Walking Simulator 20.4%, Story Rich 11.5%, Atmospheric 9.7%, Third Person 9.2%

Two lovers gave up everything and escaped to a lost planet to be together. Glide through a mysterious landscape, explore a fragmented world and fight against what’s trying to tear them apart in this RPG adventure about love, rebellion, and freedom.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 33.9%, Third Person 20.1%, Story Rich 14.6%, Exploration 14.6%, Atmospheric 12.8%

A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders, created by solo developer Jonas Manke.

Why similar: Wholesome 33.5%, Third Person 11%, Relaxing 10.2%, Exploration 8.5%, Atmospheric 7.4%

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: Emotional 30.6%, Female Protagonist 22.4%, Atmospheric 15.6%, Cute 11.6%, Action 8.2%

A cinematic gaming experience. Play as an animal in the spiritual realm. Explore a magical world. Collect Essence and find Artifacts. Journey across seven majestic landscapes and witness the emotional story of a family as they tackle the challenges ahead of them.

Why similar: Wholesome 27.8%, Cozy 17.1%, Walking Simulator 13.8%, Relaxing 7.4%, Exploration 7%

Beyond Blue is a single-player narrative adventure that takes you deep into our planet’s beating blue heart. Explore the awesome wonder and unbounded mystery that exists within the world’s ocean.

Why similar: Exploration 27.8%, Nature 18.1%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Adventure 12.7%, Story Rich 10.6%

Explore the vast and open landscape as a wild animal. Meadow is an online fable experience that lets old and new fans of the Shelter game series come together and explore a peculiar and wondrous world together.

Why similar: Animals 19% ★, Cute 18.8%, Relaxing 13.1%, Nature 12.1%, Walking Simulator 12%