Games Like Nelke & the Legendary Alchemists ~Ateliers of the New World~

Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

Why similar: Anime 22.4%, RPG 22.1%, Fantasy 14.6%, Crafting 14.1%, JRPG 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines traditional JRPG combat with deep town-life simulation and farming mechanics.

A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.

Why similar: JRPG 17.2%, Turn-Based 13.1%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Turn-Based Combat 9.2%, Anime 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a refined crafting experience and a beautiful, character-focused narrative.

Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin!

Why similar: Crafting 36.4%, RPG 23.3%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Simulation 10.3%, Casual 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes town building and crafting within a vibrant, character-filled world.

Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!

Why similar: JRPG 26.7%, Anime 23.2%, RPG 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Management 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the shop management and economic simulation aspects found in the Atelier series.

Moonbury's residents need healing, and you're the best chemist around! With your trusty tools, a brewing cauldron, and a canine companion at your side, you'll need to diagnose symptoms, gather ingredients, brew potions, and cure ailments in this open-ended sim RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 38.6%, Crafting 16.1%, RPG 10.5%, Cute 9.5%, Simulation 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a chemist in a small town, focusing on gathering ingredients and building relationships with the local villagers.

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: City Builder 41.8%, Crafting 14.4%, Collectathon 13.4%, RPG 10.7%, Simulation 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy town-building game that focuses on managing your village and interacting with a cast of quirky characters.

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: JRPG 45.6%, RPG 17.9%, Fantasy 7.7%, Simulation 7.6%, Exploration 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique hybrid that blends life-simulation farming with a full-scale JRPG adventure.

Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.

Why similar: City Builder 33.9%, JRPG 26.2%, RPG 12.8%, Cute 7.5%, Fantasy 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep life-simulation experience where you can switch between various jobs to build up your town.

It's not about saving the world. In this "leisure adventure RPG," failing student Marie pursues alchemy, adventures, and quests while aiming to graduate in five years. "Atelier Marie," the origin of the Atelier series, has been remade with new elements!

Why similar: JRPG 23.9%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, RPG 10.1%, Turn-Based Combat 10%, Turn-Based 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, classic-style Atelier game that focuses on time management and alchemy.

"The promise begins." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 1st title in the series "Atelier Ayesha" is now available as a deluxe version.

Why similar: RPG 27.4%, JRPG 18.4%, Anime 9%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Turn-Based 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This entry is highly regarded for its emotional story and strong focus on alchemy-based exploration.

The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Firis" is the 2nd instalment: after Firis encounters alchemy and is able to leave town, she is taken on a magical journey that has no limits.

Why similar: JRPG 21.5%, RPG 12.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 8.6%, Turn-Based 8%

Why You'll Like It: It features a vast, open world that encourages exploration and gathering for your alchemy recipes.

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: City Builder 37.7%, Management 15.1%, Cute 9.9%, Simulation 8.4%, Fantasy 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game allows you to manage and grow entire worlds while maintaining a charming, fantasy-themed town.

WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!

Why similar: JRPG 19.8%, Cute 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Turn-Based Combat 10.2%, RPG 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, story-driven JRPG that features crafting and character growth in a magical setting.

The long awaited 4th installment of the popular "Arland" series that had begun with the "Atelier Rorona"! In this new story, players will revisit the nostalgic world of Arland and embark on exciting journey of alchemy together with Rorona's daughter, Lulua.

Why similar: JRPG 24.4%, Anime 14.4%, RPG 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Turn-Based 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game brings back the classic Arland charm with a focus on discovery and alchemy progression.

Discover the true power of rice in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin! Take on hordes of demons in side-scrolling combat to reclaim the land as Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess banished to a dangerous island. Then, return to your mountain village and tend a field full of glorious rice.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.3%, Crafting 26.9%, Simulation 12.6%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a satisfying mix of detailed rice farming simulation and side-scrolling action combat.

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: RPG 29.3%, Crafting 28.9%, Simulation 17.3%, Cute 12%, Casual 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive town-building and life-simulation game that shares the cozy, community-focused spirit of Nelke.

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: Anime 23.5%, RPG 23%, Crafting 19.5%, Cute 18.9%, Simulation 15.1%

Why You'll Like It: A delightful life-sim that focuses on rebuilding a town through farming, crafting, and social interactions.

"The promise is entrusted to two alchemists..." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters.

Why similar: RPG 26.8%, JRPG 17.4%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based 8.7%, Turn-Based Combat 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: The dual-protagonist system adds a unique layer to the management and alchemy gameplay.

Moonlighter is an Action RPG with rogue-lite elements that demonstrates two sides of the coin – revealing everyday routines of Will, an adventurous shopkeeper that secretly dreams of becoming a hero.

Why similar: Management 36.1%, RPG 21.5%, Fantasy 13.6%, Simulation 12.1%, Exploration 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: You manage an item shop during the day and explore dungeons at night to gather goods to sell.

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: Crafting 35%, RPG 25.5%, Simulation 21.4%, Casual 7.4%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the farming and town-building genre with a heavy emphasis on environmental restoration.

"A story of two girls fulfilling their wishes." The "Dusk" series, a trilogy of RPG titles from Gust's popular Atelier series, tells the story of a world on the verge ruin, told from the perspective of its unique characters. The 3rd title in the series "Atelier Shallie" is now available as a deluxe version.

Why similar: RPG 29.3%, JRPG 14.5%, Turn-Based 8.2%, Anime 7.5%, Female Protagonist 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a refined, streamlined approach to the Atelier formula with a focus on completing life tasks.

The revived original story of Nanoka Flanka, a budding inventor and crafter.

Why similar: City Builder 34.8%, Anime 14.6%, Simulation 12%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Cute 10%

Why You'll Like It: A simulation game that shares the anime aesthetic and town-development themes of Nelke.

Syrup the Candy Alchemist is looking to expand the variety of delicious candies offered at her store, Atelier Sweets! Travel around the world with friends, collecting rare ingredients and battling adorable monsters along the way.

Why similar: JRPG 29%, Crafting 15.4%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, RPG 12%, Turn-Based Combat 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming RPG that leans heavily into the crafting and alchemy themes of the Atelier series.

A new entry in the “Bravely" series! Four new Heroes of Light emerge in a new world and story!

Why similar: JRPG 36.4%, Turn-Based Combat 19.8%, RPG 14.3%, Cute 7.7%, Fantasy 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more combat-focused, it captures the classic JRPG aesthetic and party-building mechanics found in the Atelier series.

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: Crafting 32.4%, RPG 22.3%, Cute 16.3%, Simulation 12.8%, Casual 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A community-building game where you develop a village from the ground up in a prehistoric setting.

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: Management 29.8%, Crafting 16.9%, Collectathon 16.1%, RPG 14.4%, Fantasy 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: You manage a tavern, brewing drinks and crafting food while interacting with the local community.

Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.

Why similar: Management 32.8%, Female Protagonist 22.8%, Crafting 18.1%, Story Rich 7.6%, Simulation 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A management game about building a boat and caring for spirits, focusing on emotional storytelling and cozy mechanics.

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: Management 34.7%, RPG 24.7%, Crafting 22.3%, Simulation 11.7%, Exploration 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines restaurant management with exploration and ingredient gathering in a beautiful pixel-art world.

Build and manage a medieval graveyard while facing ethical dilemmas and making questionable decisions. Welcome to Graveyard Keeper, the most inaccurate medieval cemetery sim of the year.

Why similar: Crafting 31.4%, Management 25.2%, RPG 18.7%, Simulation 11.4%, Fantasy 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, management-heavy simulation game that tasks you with running a medieval cemetery.

The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!

Why similar: City Builder 26.3%, JRPG 22.3%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 10.6%, RPG 9.8%

Third release in the Arland series. Princess of the small frontier country of Arls, Meruru plans to use alchemy to stimulate the growth of her small country. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to increase the population within the time limit and boost the advancement of the kingdom.

Why similar: RPG 18.8%, JRPG 18.8%, Anime 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Turn-Based 8.3%

The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.

Why similar: JRPG 23%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, RPG 10.2%, Anime 9.9%, Turn-Based 9.9%

First release in the Arland series. The main character Rorona must save her Atelier from being closed by the Kingdom. Using Synthesis, Exploration, and Battle, gain recognition for the Atelier and save it from being closed.

Why similar: JRPG 24.8%, RPG 13.6%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Anime 10.3%, Crafting 9.5%

The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Lydie & Suelle" is the 3rd instalment: after discovering a mysterious painting, Lydie & Suelle get closer to their dream of running the best atelier.

Why similar: JRPG 23.7%, RPG 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12%, Turn-Based 10.1%, Anime 8.6%

"Lydie and Sue are twin sisters who live in the Kingdom of Adalet, and they aim to make their atelier the best atelier in the kingdom. One day, they discover a certain Mysterious Painting that will eventually become the very key to realizing their dream... A new Mysterious story to mark the 20th anniversary of the Atelier series!

Why similar: JRPG 29.3%, Anime 17.4%, RPG 17.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Cute 8.2%

"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field.

Why similar: JRPG 23.9%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Collectathon 13.5%, Anime 11.8%, Crafting 7.9%

This DX edition includes new stories, playable characters(Agatha, Kilo, and Romy), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout.

Why similar: Turn-Based 15.5%, JRPG 15.1%, Collectathon 10.8%, Crafting 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

The second release in the Arland series. In a search for her missing mother, Totori tours the world of Arland as an adventurer accompanied by her friends. Use Synthesis, Explore, and Battle to fulfil requests, raise her rank as an adventurer and venture into brand new lands.

Why similar: JRPG 18.4%, Turn-Based 12.2%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Anime 9.5%, Crafting 9.2%

This edition includes new stories, playable characters (Clifford, Serri, and Kilo), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key."

Why similar: JRPG 15.5%, Turn-Based 15.4%, Collectathon 10.4%, Crafting 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8.6%

This edition includes new stories, playable characters (Empel, Lila), and features that have been added to "Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy."

Why similar: JRPG 16.1%, Turn-Based 15.1%, Collectathon 10.2%, Crafting 9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%

The second entry in the 'Mysterious' saga follows the adventures of the enthusiastic Firis Mistlud and her loving older sister Liane Mistlud. The sisters have lived their entire lives in the isolated town of Ertona, where Firis uses her unique ability to see where crystals of materials are buried.

Why similar: JRPG 28.1%, Anime 16.9%, RPG 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Crafting 10.6%

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: Crafting 33.6%, RPG 25.2%, Simulation 16%, Casual 7%, Female Protagonist 5.6%

Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.

Why similar: JRPG 34.8%, Anime 16.7%, RPG 15.9%, City Builder 11.5%, Fantasy 6.8%

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: Anime 29%, RPG 25.1%, Simulation 18%, Cute 16.7%, Casual 10%

A collaboration project between ASCII Media Works’ Dengeki Bunko and SEGA, the Sega Hard Girls are made up of various Sega consoles, including the Dreamcast, Sega Saturn, and Mega Drive! These anthropomorphized consoles are girls with an array of personalities and spunk, and this time they are teaming up with Neptune and IF for an...

Why similar: JRPG 25.5%, RPG 25.2%, Anime 16%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Turn-Based 10.5%

This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide.

Why similar: Turn-Based 28.8%, JRPG 27.7%, RPG 11.7%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Anime 6.5%

Transform your childhood home as you build brilliant factories and forge lifelong friendships, then reach for the skies and finally finish your family's dream - your mother's precious rocket ship. Roll up your sleeves, it turns out that saving this town really IS rocket science!

Why similar: Crafting 25.9%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, RPG 20.3%, Cute 12.3%, Adventure 4.8%

As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!

Why similar: Anime 20.9%, RPG 19%, JRPG 12%, Crafting 11.6%, Simulation 11%

Redo is a world without sorrow created by the virtuadoll Regret. Virtuadoll songs give Redo residents respite from their struggles. Our protagonists discover the truth and form the Go-Home Club to return to reality. Make your way home with companions bearing heavy burdens in this school-themed RPG.

Why similar: JRPG 44.8%, RPG 23.7%, Anime 22.5%, Female Protagonist 5.2%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

Why similar: JRPG 32.4%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, RPG 13.6%, Crafting 11.2%, Cute 11.1%

Create a world free of conflict in this innovative turn-based simulation. Work together with a mythical young goddess to develop a peaceful civilization over the course of a century.

Why similar: City Builder 48.5%, Management 22%, Anime 19.8%, Simulation 7%, Casual 2.8%

——欢迎来到珀炼市，秘知使大人！准备好迎接新生活了吗？ 《协律01：新生活》是一款幻想都市生活RPG游戏。 一块废弃基地为起点，耕作，制造、冒险和探索，当然还能享受丰富多彩的社交生活！ 在复兴城市、化解危机，享受跌宕起伏的剧情故事的同时，与亲密友好的友伴一起享受愉快的都市日常……

Why similar: JRPG 19.2%, Anime 17.1%, Crafting 15.6%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Management 13.1%

Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.

Why similar: JRPG 29.2%, RPG 23.8%, Turn-Based 20.7%, Anime 12.1%, Turn-Based Combat 4.9%

Spin a new tale of the Jura Tempest Federation together with all your favorite characters from the animated series!

Why similar: City Builder 35.2%, JRPG 24.6%, Anime 15.1%, RPG 8%, Fantasy 7.3%

Roguelike Romance JRPG with a female protagonist. Customize your characters, take open-ended quests and write your own story in the town of Ecallia. A game with town building, dating and life sim elements, but also a randomly generated Dungeon with lots of companions and loot!

Why similar: JRPG 26.2%, Female Protagonist 26%, RPG 25.8%, Anime 14.3%, Fantasy 7.6%