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Games Like Ocean Is Home : Island Life Simulator

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Ocean is Home is an island life simulator and an open world adventure rolled into one. Starting with a small house and an old pickup truck, you can build an estate and become a significant person in a warm tropical paradise.

Reviews: Mixed — 65% — of 147 reviews
Released: 2022-12-09
Developer: BirdyDog Studio
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, Racing, RPG, Simulation, Early Access
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sailing simulator featuring realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat, try fishing and cooking. A relaxing day sail, or an epic ocean voyage? Your sailing adventure starts here!

    Why similar: Open World 38.9%, Survival 31.9%, First-Person 12.2%, Atmospheric 9.5%, Adventure 7.5%

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