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Games Like Maltese's Fluffy Onsen

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Simulation, Relaxing, Cute, Casual.

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Run a bathhouse visited by animals! Maltese's Fluffy Onsen is a relaxing simulation game that you can enjoy while doing other tasks, as it sits at the bottom of your screen. Place baths with different temperatures and rest areas to help a variety of animal friends unwind.

Reviews: Very Positive — 95% — of 2,903 reviews
Released: 2025-05-13
Developer: Sinkhole Studio
Publisher: Paleo
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 7.0 hrs
Mean playtime: 29.2 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 78%

Overview

Maltese's Fluffy Onsen excels as a low-maintenance desktop companion that blends relaxing management mechanics with a charming, cozy aesthetic. These recommendations focus on games that prioritize passive or idle gameplay, desktop-friendly interfaces, and wholesome themes that allow you to manage cute environments while multitasking.

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    Raise your baby, get married, and hatch eggs with friends right on your desktop! Start with a single egg and nurture Eggo into your special companion. Let it search for treasures from different planets on your desktop and keep you company. Dress your Eggo and even date your friends'. Play with Eggo!

    Why similar: Automation 23.5%, Idler 21.4%, Life Sim 18.9%, Simulation 8.4%, Cute 7.6%

  51. #51 Cast n Chill
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,492 reviews2025
    Dev: Wombat Brawler
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Cast n Chill is a relaxing fishing game where you explore serene lakes, rivers, and oceans. Catch rare fish, upgrade your gear and reel in legendary catches - all with your loyal companion by your side.

    Why similar: Desktop Companion 46%, Idler 14.2%, Cozy 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Nature 5.2%

  52. #52 Desktop Kitten Girl
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 323 reviews2025
    Dev: KDream
    Windows
    Median: 87.9 hrsMean: 423.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Wanna make your desktop more interesting? Here comes the cute littile witch! She will keep your company all the time on the desktop! And you can add different events to the little witch's routine! Every event has abundant collection elements. The game supports the steam workshop!

    Why similar: Idler 35.3%, Cats 18.8%, Cute 12.7%, Simulation 10%, Relaxing 8%

  53. #53 Deskworm
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 92 reviews2026
    Dev: Kinychanchan
    Windows

    A tiny desktop worm pet that moves when you type, click, or play. Dress it up with hats and skins, park it in a pocket where its gaze follows your mouse, and let its Anti-Shrimp reminders nudge you to sit up and stretch.

    Why similar: Desktop Companion 57.8%, Idler 12.4%, Cozy 11.6%, Cute 5.8%, Nature 3.5%

  54. #54 Virtual Cottage 2
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 345 reviews2026
    Dev: DU&I
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Study alone - or together in your own customizable cottage! Virtual Cottage 2 motivates and supports you in tackling your daily tasks. Use its built-in productivity tool to accomplish your goals faster. Create your ultimate cozy space with hundreds of items.

    Why similar: Desktop Companion 50.9%, Cozy 12.8%, Idler 10.8%, Life Sim 9%, Cute 4.6%

  55. #55 Oriko Days
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 157 reviews2026
    Dev: AnriFrusPub: Winter’s Archive
    Windows

    Oriko Days is a warm and cute life-sim inspired by classic virtual pet games! You get to look after your very own catgirl friend Oriko - Give her attention, feed her, decorate her apartment, and watch how she reacts. ₍^. .^₎Ⳋ

    Why similar: Cats 22%, Life Sim 17%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Cute 11.8%, Simulation 11.6%

  56. #56 Screen Cat
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 1,879 reviews2025
    Dev: Vorh Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 44.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Милый кот на вашем рабочем столе. Он будет мурлыкать, когда вы устали. Он будет охотиться за курсором, когда вы работаете. Он будет спать, пока вы играете.

    Why similar: Idler 20.6%, Cats 19.2%, Life Sim 18.3%, Cute 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  57. #57 Desktop Pet Project
    70% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: Alterran Rumble
    Windows

    Elevate your PC experience with charming desktop pets. Inspired by such a wonderful invention as Shimeji, Desktop Pet Project has tried to collect the most interesting and curious mechanics. You can summon up to two pets that will have slight personalities in behavior.

    Why similar: Idler 20.5%, Life Sim 18.2%, Cats 16.8%, Cute 9.9%, Simulation 8.1%

  58. #58 Cozy Time
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 320 reviews2022
    Dev: Cozy Live
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 50.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Cozy Time provides you with a cozy environment to focus, relax or rest without being disturbed.

    Why similar: Idler 31%, Simulation 15.9%, Cute 15.1%, Relaxing 13.2%, Cozy 9.4%

  59. #59 Cats Huddled Together 挤在一起的猫猫们
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 432 reviews2023
    Dev: Catnip studio
    Windows
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    A puzzle game filled with cats, featuring two gameplay modes. Come and enjoy petting the cats in the game!

    Why similar: Cats 25.8%, Life Sim 15.7%, Cute 12.4%, Simulation 10.3%, Relaxing 9.8%

  60. #60 Desk Garden
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 508 reviews2025
    Dev: Siesta Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 74.4 hrsMean: 95.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Relax and grow! A laid-back idle game where you nurture mysterious plants (some even human-like!), watch them flourish, then sell them to expand your magical garden. Design your own unique oasis at your own pace.

    Why similar: Idler 39%, Sandbox 17.6%, Point & Click 10.8%, Cute 10.7%, Simulation 8.2%

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