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[Novice Dungeon Master] is a dungeon management simulation set in a fantasy world of dungeons and adventures. Turn your beginner dungeon into the ultimate dungeon of your dreams. Greet adventurers who come to visit your dungeon, grow herbs, summon monsters, and more!

Reviews: Very Positive — 89% — of 157 reviews
Released: 2024-12-15
Developer: LazyCnD
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Platforms: Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    Windows

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    75% matchMixed64% of 88 reviews2020
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    Windows

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    68% matchVery Positive92% of 727 reviews2025
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    70% matchVery Positive82% of 88 reviews2025
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    67% matchVery Positive92% of 426 reviews2026
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    69% matchVery Positive88% of 18,257 reviews2020
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    Windows
    Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,090 reviews2015
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    Windows

    In this cozy creature collector, your creatures aren't for battling. Restore lost species, build habitats around their needs, teach them the skills to thrive, and release them into the wild. Explore town life and dive into shifting roguelite dungeons to discover the next Nimbit.

    Why similar: Creature Collector 56.4%, Sandbox 18.1%, Relaxing 9.5%, Simulation 8.1%, 2D 5.7%

  59. #59 Weapon Shop Fantasy
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,837 reviews2017
    Dev: INDIECN
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    A shop game with RPG? Or is it RPG with a shop? Collect materials, Craft weapons, Train your staff and defeat your enemy! This is Weapon Shop Fantasy!

    Why similar: Management 33.2%, Simulation 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 21.6%, Casual 10.6%, Indie 5.8%

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