- #1 Nexomon
97% matchVery Positive89% of 1,789 reviews2020
Dev: VEWO Interactive Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!
Why similar: Creature Collector 62.9%, Turn-Based Combat 12.4%, RPG 10.6%, Adventure 3.4%, Simulation 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct predecessor to the seed game, offering a similar world, humor, and creature-collecting mechanics.
- #2 Coromon
96% matchVery Positive85% of 7,644 reviews2022
Dev: TRAGsoftPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Why similar: Creature Collector 51.1%, Turn-Based Combat 21.3%, RPG 7.1%, Exploration 3.9%, Colorful 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on classic monster-taming RPGs that mirrors the top-down exploration and turn-based combat of the seed game.
- #3 Cassette Beasts
96% matchVery Positive94% of 10,531 reviews2023
Dev: Bytten StudioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.6%, Turn-Based Combat 23.7%, RPG 8.8%, Colorful 5.9%, Anime 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique fusion mechanic and a charming, witty narrative that matches the lighthearted yet engaging tone of the seed game.
- #4 Monster Sanctuary
95% matchVery Positive91% of 12,318 reviews2020
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster taming meets metroidvania. Collect, train and battle monsters in a lovely side-scroller pixel world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 57.3%, Turn-Based Combat 22.2%, RPG 7.3%, Exploration 3.1%, Adventure 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines creature collection with Metroidvania exploration and deep, tactical turn-based combat.
- #5 Temtem
94% matchVery Positive81% of 39,217 reviews2022
Dev: CremaPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!
Why similar: Creature Collector 51.5%, Turn-Based Combat 21.4%, RPG 7.9%, Colorful 4%, Anime 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: An MMO-inspired creature collector that emphasizes strategic 2v2 turn-based battles and a colorful, expansive world.
- #6 Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition
94% matchVery Positive90% of 12,678 reviews2019
Dev: h.a.n.d., Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 34.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
With engaging storylines, classic turn-based battles, and tons of Digimon to collect, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition delivers everything fans loved about Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker’s Memory.
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.2%, Turn-Based Combat 25.2%, RPG 7.9%, Anime 5.2%, JRPG 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a more mature, story-driven JRPG experience with a massive roster of creatures to evolve and train.
- #7 Moonstone Island
93% matchVery Positive84% of 4,722 reviews2023
Dev: Studio SupersoftPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 15.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!
Why similar: Creature Collector 75.3%, RPG 12.7%, Simulation 7%, Cute 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy creature-collection game that blends deck-building combat with open-world exploration and social elements.
- #8 Ooblets
92% matchVery Positive91% of 1,527 reviews2023
Dev: Glumberland
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!
Why similar: Creature Collector 55.9%, RPG 12.3%, Family Friendly 10.8%, Colorful 7.2%, Casual 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A quirky and humorous creature-collector that replaces traditional combat with fun dance battles.
- #9 Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
91% matchVery Positive83% of 16,893 reviews2021
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 40.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.
Why similar: Creature Collector 61.7%, RPG 19.4%, Adventure 6%, Exploration 5.6%, JRPG 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A polished, turn-based spin-off of the Monster Hunter series that focuses on hatching and bonding with iconic monsters.
- #10 Anode Heart
91% matchVery Positive91% of 449 reviews2023
Dev: Stove Powered Games
Windows · Mac
A semi-open world, monster tamer RPG, set in a digital, futuristic environment, with fast-paced combat, a card minigame and focus on exploration.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.6%, Turn-Based Combat 10.9%, Top-Down 10.7%, RPG 10.3%, Colorful 5%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired creature collector set in a digital world with a focus on exploration and turn-based strategy.
- #11 Siralim Ultimate
89% matchVery Positive93% of 2,420 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 35.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Creature Collector 60.1%, Turn-Based Combat 26.8%, RPG 11%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: An incredibly deep monster-taming RPG with thousands of creatures and endless customization options for hardcore fans.
- #12 Monster Crown
90% matchMixed57% of 1,030 reviews2021
Dev: Studio AurumPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dive into a dark world where monsters rule and make pacts with them to defeat an evil young woman seeking power. Hunt, battle, tame and breed monsters to create your own legacy. Together with your monsters, you can restore the balance to Crown Island.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.4%, Turn-Based Combat 25.1%, RPG 8.7%, Top-Down 8.3%, Colorful 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a dark, breeding-focused monster-taming system that allows for creating thousands of unique species.
- #13 Disc Creatures
89% matchVery Positive84% of 233 reviews2019
Dev: PICORINNE SOFTPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Humans live alongside creatures, each with different personalities, abilities, and moral codes. The invention of the DiscKid has changed life for everyone. Humans can copy creatures and use their power to help others and solve mysteries around the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 48.1%, Turn-Based Combat 19.4%, RPG 9.8%, Funny 8.8%, Anime 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, pixel-art creature collector that pays homage to the classic handheld games of the 90s.
- #14 WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 3,294 reviews2017
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Why similar: Creature Collector 42.6%, Turn-Based Combat 24.9%, RPG 15.8%, Anime 4.6%, JRPG 4%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted JRPG that uses a unique stacking mechanic to collect and battle with classic Final Fantasy monsters.
- #15 Ni no Kuni Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered
87% matchVery Positive84% of 4,965 reviews2019
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Journey back to the other world in Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch™ Remastered. LEVEL-5’s classic tale returns better than ever, with improved graphics and performance.
Why similar: Creature Collector 47.5%, RPG 15.5%, Turn-Based Combat 8.1%, Anime 5.7%, Adventure 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, story-rich RPG that features a robust system for collecting and evolving familiars to fight alongside you.
- #16 Bugsnax
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,817 reviews2022
Dev: Young Horses
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Catch mysterious living snacks and feed them to your friends in this unusual island adventure!
Why similar: Creature Collector 63.2%, Colorful 5.3%, Comedy 4.8%, Adventure 4.5%, Family Friendly 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A whimsical adventure game focused on discovering and capturing strange, food-based creatures on a mysterious island.
- #17 Abomi Nation
86% matchVery Positive83% of 136 reviews2021
Dev: Orange Pylon GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Abomi Nation is a roguelike monster-taming RPG. Every playthrough will create a new version of Abomi Nation and provide a unique world with different Abomis for you to find. Explore your universe, watch your Abomis bond, and battle it out as your adventure unfolds in a way totally unique to you!
Why similar: Creature Collector 44.7%, Turn-Based Combat 23.1%, RPG 8.9%, Funny 7.7%, Family Friendly 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite creature collector where every playthrough offers a different team and set of challenges.
- #18 Epic Battle Fantasy 5
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 5,955 reviews2018
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 45.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A turn-based RPG adventure, full of video game references, juvenile dialogue, and anime fanservice... and also strategic combat, monster catching, and tons of treasure hunting! Updated with tons of new content!
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.4%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, Funny 11%, RPG 8.3%, Comedy 4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based RPG packed with humor, colorful visuals, and a massive variety of enemies to capture and utilize.
- #19 Dokimon: Quest
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 354 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
"Whoa, watch out!" That was close, didn't you know Dokimon are dangerous!?ーStep into Xelos region, where you'll set off on an adventure to uncover the mystery behind your missing childhood friend.
Why similar: Creature Collector 49.6%, Turn-Based Combat 16.3%, RPG 8.9%, Funny 8%, Exploration 4%
Why You'll Like It: A modern creature-collection RPG that focuses on exploration and party-based strategy in a vibrant world.
- #20 Digimon World: Next Order
84% matchVery Positive81% of 2,759 reviews2023
Dev: HYDE, Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The Digital World has run rampant with Machinedramon and is now in a state of utter chaos. As a Digidestined, it’s up to you to restore order to the world in Digimon World: Next Order, a monster collecting RPG.
Why similar: Creature Collector 62.2%, RPG 15.4%, Simulation 5.7%, Anime 4.5%, JRPG 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-heavy RPG that focuses on raising and caring for two Digimon partners simultaneously.
- #21 EvoCreo
83% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2026
Dev: Ilmfinity Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Capture over 170 unique Creo, explore diverse regions, and battle your way through a story-rich, offline-friendly monster-catching RPG. Start your adventure in the world of Zenith as you search for your missing father and uncover the plot of a nefarious group, Shadow Hive.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.4%, Turn-Based Combat 21.9%, Top-Down 9%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, classic-style creature collector that focuses on a traditional journey and monster evolution.
- #22 Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX
82% matchVery Positive90% of 1,101 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The legendary monster training duology, “Monster Rancher” and “Monster Rancher 2”, is back!
Why similar: Creature Collector 65.7%, RPG 15.3%, Simulation 9.9%, Anime 4.4%, Cute 2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic simulation-focused monster-raising game that emphasizes training and tournament progression.
- #23 Monster Hunter Stories
80% matchVery Positive91% of 1,719 reviews2024
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.2%, RPG 23.3%, Anime 8.6%, JRPG 6.6%, Exploration 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the Stories series, providing a solid foundation for turn-based monster combat and exploration.
- #24 Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan
81% matchVery Positive93% of 229 reviews2021
Dev: ManaVoid EntertainmentPub: Indie Asylum
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan is a wholesome, creature capture, 2.5D Adventure-Puzzle-Platformer with over 30 hours of gameplay!
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.9%, Turn-Based Combat 22.1%, RPG 9%, Funny 7.7%, Family Friendly 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: An emotional, story-driven adventure that uses creature-collection mechanics to help characters overcome their fears.
- #25 Digimon Story Time Stranger
78% matchVery Positive90% of 20,446 reviews2025
Dev: Media.Vision Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 30.3 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.
Why similar: Creature Collector 55.2%, Turn-Based Combat 16.7%, RPG 13.4%, Anime 5.9%, JRPG 4.1%
- #26 Weirdlands
79% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Martin Mejak
Windows
A charmingly quirky RPG where you catch and fuse spirits you fight, and layer by layer reveal deep, intricate lore. This single-player, turn-based RPG has a deceptively simple exterior, but within lie complexity and depth. It's light and it's dark, it's witty and it's silly, and it's one of a kind.
Why similar: Creature Collector 37.7%, Turn-Based Combat 21.5%, RPG 7.9%, Top-Down 6.1%, Family Friendly 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A charming indie RPG that captures the spirit of classic 2D adventure games with a focus on exploration.
- #27 Monster Harvest
82% matchMixed52% of 528 reviews2021
Dev: Maple Powered GamesPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Monster Harvest is a monster collecting and farming action RPG with a twist! Grow, collect and mutate your crops then take them into battle! Filled with places to discover and multiple ways to build your farm, get ready to craft, explore and battle across the vibrant world of Planimal Point.
Why similar: Creature Collector 60.1%, RPG 13%, Colorful 6.3%, Casual 4.9%, Exploration 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends farming simulation with creature collection, allowing you to grow your own monsters to battle with.
- #28 Slime Rancher
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 151,397 reviews2017
Dev: Monomi Park
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Why similar: Funny 16.2%, Colorful 15.2%, Cute 13.3%, Family Friendly 11.3%, Exploration 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, first-person creature-collection game focused on managing a farm of adorable slimes.
- #29 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 6,247 reviews2026
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 21.3 hrsMean: 28.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The third entry in the Monster Hunter Stories RPG series is here! Twin Rathalos, born in a twist of fate. Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG series set in the Monster Hunter world, where you can become a Rider, raising and bonding with your favorite monsters.
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.1%, Turn-Based Combat 20.3%, RPG 15.4%, JRPG 3.4%, Exploration 3.1%
- #30 Miscrits: World of Creatures
77% matchVery Positive92% of 2,558 reviews2025
Dev: Lightning Ball Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 33.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
After years of absence, Miscrits is back and better than ever! Return to the world of Miscria and capture hundreds of iconic Miscrits. Train your Miscrits to their strongest forms and put a stop to the Magicites, who threaten to eliminate all Miscrit life from the world!
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.7%, Turn-Based Combat 20.7%, Colorful 6.3%, Casual 4.7%, Adventure 4.3%
- #31 Fae Farm
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 3,471 reviews2023
Dev: Phoenix LabsPub: Gambit Digital
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Escape to the magical life of your dreams in Fae Farm, a farm sim RPG for 1-4 players. Craft, cultivate, and decorate to grow your homestead, and use spells to explore the enchanted island of Azoria!
Why similar: RPG 34.1%, Family Friendly 21.8%, Colorful 17.3%, Simulation 12.3%, Cute 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy farming simulator that includes creature-taming elements and magical exploration.
- #32 Beasties - Monster Trainer Puzzle RPG
81% matchMixed45% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: rokaplay
Windows
Beasties is a lovingly 🧡 hand-drawn 2D monster trainer game with a turn-based puzzle combat, where you take on the role of a Beastie trainer.
Why similar: Creature Collector 44.7%, Turn-Based Combat 25.9%, Family Friendly 5.1%, Anime 4.8%, Exploration 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines creature collection with match-three puzzle combat for a casual, strategic experience.
- #33 Hentaimon Prologue
76% matchVery Positive87% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: PinkySoul
Windows
Hentaimon is a old-school classic monster-catcher with a special lewd twist. Bond with Hentaimon and explore a broad world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, a mysterious threat awaiting defeat, and lots and lots of hentai. It's time for you to explore the wonder world of these monster girls!
Why similar: Creature Collector 41.1%, Turn-Based Combat 23.2%, Top-Down 9%, RPG 8.3%, Colorful 3.6%
- #34 Necro Story
75% matchVery Positive93% of 114 reviews2024
Dev: Rablo Games
Windows
Necro Story is a creature-collection RPG where you play as a (kind of) evil necromancer more into undead shenanigans than saving the world! Command quirky minions, outsmart foes, and snag their souls to power up your team. Expect strategic combat, laughs, and plenty of mischief.
Why similar: Creature Collector 55.4%, RPG 13%, Funny 12.6%, Comedy 5.7%, Colorful 4.2%
- #35 Ova Magica
75% matchVery Positive93% of 557 reviews2024
Dev: Skinny FrogPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Stardew Valley meets Pokémon! Experience a content-rich JRPG game inspired by the classics! Raise cute blob creatures, take care of your farm and make friends with the people of Clover Town.
Why similar: Creature Collector 38.7%, Turn-Based Combat 23.8%, Family Friendly 9.3%, RPG 8.1%, Cute 4.6%
- #36 EvoMon
76% matchVery Positive81% of 53 reviews2022
Dev: BeowulfPub: Beowulfus Universum
Windows
Evomon Is a creature collector in tamagotchi version. Take care of your evomon since its infancy and discover its new evolutions, have fun playing the mini-games, adventure in mysterious expeditions, battle intensely against different monsters to reach the title of Evomon Champion.
Why similar: Creature Collector 60.3%, Family Friendly 10.8%, Simulation 7.1%, Colorful 6.2%, Casual 5.3%
- #37 Tomomon
74% matchMostly Positive70% of 122 reviews2024
Dev: ManicBuild Studio
Windows
Experience the best of both worlds with our monster taming game - relive the nostalgia of classic role-play games, while enjoying fresh and immersive gameplay. Capture and train unique monsters in stunning environments, and put your skills to the test in challenging 3v3 battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 51.4%, Turn-Based Combat 25.9%, Top-Down 9.2%, RPG 8.2%, Cute 2.7%
- #38 Kādomon: Hyper Auto Battlers
73% matchMixed67% of 603 reviews2025
Dev: Dino RocketPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Collect and battle over 200 unique creatures in this roguelike auto-battler. Level-up and evolve your Kādomon as you assemble the ultimate team, creating awesome synergies to beat BIG bosses!
Why similar: Creature Collector 71.4%, RPG 12.2%, Funny 12.1%, Cute 4.2%
- #39 Monster Girl Manager
73% matchVery Positive93% of 117 reviews2023
Dev: ∇
Windows
Summon, consult, and train procedurally generated monster girls in this dungeon roguelite. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different monster types as you prepare the ultimate team to defeat dangerous enemies and collect powerful artifacts. (Game is SFW)
Why similar: Creature Collector 49.1%, Turn-Based Combat 24.9%, RPG 10.2%, Anime 4.8%, Colorful 3.5%
- #40 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
70% matchVery Positive90% of 3,444 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Creature Collector 57.5%, RPG 12.2%, Simulation 5.4%, Cute 4.3%, Exploration 4.2%
- #41 Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,853 reviews2019
Dev: Moonsprout GamesPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 30%, RPG 12.2%, Funny 12.2%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Colorful 6.8%
- #42 Chronomon
71% matchVery Positive85% of 79 reviews2025
Dev: Stone Golem Studios
Windows · Mac
Chronomon is a fresh take on the Monster Taming and Farming genre. Catch, train, and evolve unique creatures while rebuilding a world in ruins. Befriend villagers, engage in strategic battles, and grow your farm—all with cross-saves on every device, including smartwatches.
Why similar: Creature Collector 51.3%, Turn-Based Combat 28.9%, RPG 11%, Simulation 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #43 Siralim 2
73% matchVery Positive92% of 450 reviews2016
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Siralim 2 is an old-school monster catching RPG. Summon and customize hundreds of creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through endless dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to upgrade your castle, empower your creatures, craft powerful artifacts, learn new spells, and much more.
Why similar: Creature Collector 53.2%, Turn-Based Combat 22.8%, RPG 10.7%, Top-Down 10.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #44 Tinykin
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,059 reviews2022
Dev: SplashteamPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!
Why similar: Family Friendly 25.8%, Funny 24.7%, Cute 9.7%, Comedy 9.3%, Adventure 7.7%
- #45 Monster Tribe
72% matchMixed57% of 65 reviews2023
Dev: Boundless GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Explore an island filled with collectible creatures, a vast and varied wilderness, and dangerous towers on your way to restoring harmony with the land of Akama.
Why similar: Creature Collector 53.6%, Turn-Based Combat 17.8%, Top-Down 10.5%, RPG 9.3%, Exploration 4.7%
- #46 Evolings
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 447 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Embark on a captivating journey in Evolings! This minimalistic turn-based roguelike lets you face hordes of evil monsters by recruiting a team of deadly yet cute creatures. With challenges and a unique experience in each playthrough, Evolings offers a captivating fusion of strategy and charm.
Why similar: Creature Collector 61.8%, Turn-Based Combat 18.7%, RPG 12.4%, Cute 2.6%, Action 2.5%
- #47 Bloomtown: A Different Story
69% matchVery Positive86% of 1,422 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Twin Sails Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Creature Collector 55.2%, RPG 14.9%, Adventure 5.1%, Comedy 5%, Exploration 4.9%
- #48 Ikonei Island: An Earthlock Adventure
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 456 reviews2023
Dev: Snowcastle Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ikonei Island is yours to discover! Explore and gather resources. Farm the land, craft tools and gear, and build your base or a cozy home. Befriend magical creatures and fight monsters with your friends or solo!
Why similar: Creature Collector 36.2%, Top-Down 15.7%, Family Friendly 11.7%, RPG 8.5%, Colorful 8.1%
- #49 Creature Clicker - Capture, Train, Ascend!
74% matchMixed49% of 595 reviews2017
Dev: ColloseusXPub: Phat Phrog Studios
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A new creature collecting clicker game in which your goal is to capture all of the 50+ creatures, level them up to make them do more DPS and ascend them to gain better abilities. Unlock legendary variants and defeat all of the raid bosses & every hour get a steam creature you can trade, buy or sell!
Why similar: Creature Collector 54.7%, RPG 13.8%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Casual 7.5%, Anime 5.2%
- #50 Dino Hazard: Chronos Blackout
69% matchVery Positive90% of 104 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Collectors
Windows · Linux
Median: 14.1 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A story-rich JRPG set in a dystopian future where you befriend dinosaur companions, face tough choices with heart and humor, and unlock multiple endings.
Why similar: Creature Collector 40.3%, Turn-Based Combat 27.6%, RPG 10.6%, Anime 4.7%, Cute 4.1%
- #51 Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,425 reviews2024
Dev: Rabbit & Bear StudiosPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.
Why similar: Turn-Based Combat 43.1%, RPG 24.6%, JRPG 8.4%, Anime 7.9%, Adventure 5.2%
- #52 Familiars.io
69% matchVery Positive91% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: Clay Loam
Windows
Gather Familiars and do turn-based battles in this atmospheric little MMO! Quickly max-out your Familiars and conquer challenging dungeons. Battle other players, or just press the "Howdy" button to greet them!
Why similar: Creature Collector 48.3%, Turn-Based Combat 26.8%, RPG 8.4%, Top-Down 5.7%, Exploration 3.4%
- #53 Beastmancer
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 86 reviews2017
Dev: Autarca
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Beastmancer is a monster tamer tactical RPG. Play as an adventurer in a fantasy world, capture monsters and make them fight in turn based battles.
Why similar: Creature Collector 55.7%, Turn-Based Combat 21.7%, RPG 17.8%, Indie 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #54 Adore
68% matchVery Positive88% of 452 reviews2023
Dev: Cadabra GamesPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Adore is an action creature-collecting game where you build your team of unique creatures and go on a journey to resurrect the God of the Creatures.
Why similar: Creature Collector 63.5%, Top-Down 16.5%, Colorful 8.2%, Cute 5%, Adventure 4.1%
- #55 Monster Lab Simulator: Prologue
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: Round3 StudiosPub: Kiki Games
Windows
Monster Lab Simulator is a creature collector where you create, raise, and battle monsters in your own lab. Synthesize essences, hatch eggs, expand your collection, and build the ultimate team!
Why similar: Creature Collector 61.5%, Simulation 11%, RPG 9.1%, Casual 6.3%, Family Friendly 4.9%
- #56 Nanomon Virtual Pet
66% matchVery Positive89% of 137 reviews2025
Dev: Oscar BrittainPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Nanomon are byte-sized virtual pets for the corner of your screen! Raise over 25 unique monsters, and explore their cyber-world! Feed them, train them, or chill with them! By your side, nanomon evolve, learn new abilities, and venture further into the Nanoscape! What kind of monster will you raise?
Why similar: Creature Collector 58.8%, RPG 10.8%, Colorful 7.4%, Simulation 6.6%, Cute 4.7%
- #57 Nuumonsters
67% matchMixed67% of 55 reviews2026
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Welcome to the wonderful *New* world of Nuumonsters! Play as Yana or Yasaka in a short and sweet adventure to become the strongest trainer in the Hana region!
Why similar: Creature Collector 66.6%, RPG 14.8%, Casual 4.6%, Adventure 4.5%, JRPG 4%
- #58 Automon
67% matchVery Positive92% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: Gral
Windows
Fast-paced auto-battler. Fight, capture and upgrade Automons, build a diverse party, battle bad Bosses and become the Automon Champion!
Why similar: Colorful 28.4%, Casual 23.5%, Funny 19.2%, Comedy 17.8%, Cute 5.8%
- #59 Aethermancer
64% matchVery Positive92% of 2,187 reviews2025
Dev: moi rai gamesPub: offbrand games
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Monster Taming meets Roguelite. Become the Aethermancer and fight alongside mythical creatures. Explore the ever-changing Fractured Ruins, plan your moves in challenging turn-based battles, and watch your Monsters grow stronger from previous lives and defy death!
Why similar: Creature Collector 69.7%, RPG 14.4%, Exploration 5%, JRPG 4.8%, Indie 3.2%
- #60 Dragon Spirits 2
66% matchVery Positive88% of 176 reviews2024
Dev: FHNBHJPub: 2P Games
Windows
In this modern urban-themed RPG, you can collect 80+ different dragon spirits, experiment with skill setups, assemble teams, and devise strategies to build your dragon spirit squad. Adventure through the virtual spaces in Metapolis, and uncover the conspiracy behind it all.
Why similar: Creature Collector 52.2%, Turn-Based Combat 20.1%, RPG 11.1%, Anime 4.1%, Adventure 3.7%