Games Like Paws and Soul

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 18.8%, Third Person 12.4%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Relaxing 9.4%, Exploration 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Like Paws and Soul, this game features a wolf protagonist exploring a beautiful, ruined world to uncover the secrets of the past.

Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 19%, Adventure 16.7%, Relaxing 12.3%, Exploration 12%, Indie 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a fox spirit in a stunning Icelandic-inspired landscape, focusing on atmospheric exploration and environmental puzzles.

Play as a border collie and restore color to your human’s world in an atmospheric journey through the northern isles of Scotland. Explore land and sea, uncover hidden paths, herd animals and free wildlife to bring color back to her world, while revealing an emotional story about saying farewell.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.5%, Third Person 11.2%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Story Rich 8.9%, Relaxing 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: As a border collie, you explore a vast island to restore color to the world, capturing the same sense of companionship and discovery.

A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Exploration 9.8%, Relaxing 9.5%, Story Rich 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This emotional narrative-driven game follows a fox searching for her family, mirroring the poignant, story-rich nature of your seed game.

Experience the wild as a badger sheltering your cubs from harm. On your journey, you will be stalked by birds of prey, encounter perils of the night, cross fierce rivers, escape forest fires and face the looming threat of starvation. Food is to be found, but is there enough for everyone?

Why similar: Walking Simulator 19.8%, Family Friendly 14.8%, Third Person 12.3%, Exploration 10.5%, Cute 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the raw, emotional journey of a mother badger protecting her cubs, emphasizing the animal perspective in a natural world.

As the last mother fox on Earth, your cubs need all your care to survive in a merciless world that slowly destroys itself. You have to help them, teach them and save them. And you should never forget that extinction is forever – in the real world and in this 2023 BAFTA award winning experience.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 19.5%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Cute 13.7%, Exploration 13.3%, Story Rich 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply moving survival experience that highlights the perspective of the last fox on Earth, echoing the emotional weight of Paws and Soul.

Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms. Explore beautifully crafted worlds and discover your true destiny with the help of a dragon-shaped scarf.

Why similar: Third Person 12.2%, 3D Platformer 12.1%, Family Friendly 11.8%, Exploration 8.6%, Relaxing 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D adventure game that focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving within a vibrant, metaphorical world.

Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. Become Fe and discover a world that you will never want to leave.

Why similar: Atmospheric 30.4%, 3D Platformer 24.6%, Adventure 16.7%, Singleplayer 10.2%, Cute 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: You explore a dark, Nordic forest as a small creature, using song and movement to interact with the environment in a highly atmospheric way.

Lost, alone and separated from family, a stray cat must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity and find their way home.

Why similar: Third Person 17.5%, Atmospheric 16.2%, Exploration 14.8%, Cute 14.2%, Mystery 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Playing as a cat in a mysterious, atmospheric city provides a unique perspective on exploration and environmental storytelling.

From the creators of ABZÛ, The Pathless is the mythic adventure of an archer and an eagle in a vast forest. Become the Hunter, a master of archery who travels to a mystical island to dispel a curse of darkness that grips the world.

Why similar: Family Friendly 15.7%, 3D Platformer 14.5%, Story Rich 12.1%, Exploration 11.8%, Third Person 11%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a strong bond between a hunter and her eagle companion, emphasizing fluid movement and spiritual exploration in a vast wilderness.

Traverse a vast world as a young lynx cub. Paws – A Shelter 2 Game is a standalone, single player, adventure game with loss and friendship as its central themes. Venture out in the world and make your way home.

Why similar: Adventure 19%, Cute 18.4%, Casual 12.1%, Family Friendly 12%, Indie 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A standalone adventure that continues the emotional narrative of the Shelter series with a focus on a young lynx.

Unveil the mysteries of a beautiful ancient world in this breathtaking 3rd-Person Adventure, a sequel to the acclaimed ‘Spirit of the North.’ Take on the role of an isolated fox with a raven companion on a quest to restore the lost guardians and return home.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.6%, Exploration 12.9%, Relaxing 12.5%, Third Person 12%, Atmospheric 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel continues the fox-led exploration, refining the atmospheric puzzle-solving and world-building of the original.

Experience the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

Why similar: Story Rich 30%, Adventure 19.2%, Atmospheric 17%, Stylized 14%, Colorful 12%

Why You'll Like It: As the sun goddess in the form of a white wolf, you embark on a legendary journey to restore nature and beauty to the world.

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

Why similar: Exploration 17.9%, Relaxing 15.4%, Atmospheric 12.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Third Person 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a peaceful, flight-based exploration experience that captures the same sense of wonder and freedom found in Paws and Soul.

You're a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends with stray animals, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn't that what cats do best?

Why similar: Family Friendly 18.2%, Sandbox 17.7%, Cute 14%, Exploration 13.1%, 3D Platformer 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, casual exploration game that captures the curiosity and playfulness of an animal navigating a human-scale world.

A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders, created by solo developer Jonas Manke.

Why similar: Third Person 14.1%, 3D Platformer 11.5%, Relaxing 10.8%, Exploration 10.2%, Cute 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, puzzle-filled journey through ancient lands that emphasizes quiet discovery and a sense of awe.

A cinematic gaming experience. Play as an animal in the spiritual realm. Explore a magical world. Collect Essence and find Artifacts. Journey across seven majestic landscapes and witness the emotional story of a family as they tackle the challenges ahead of them.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.9%, Third Person 11.3%, Exploration 10.9%, Relaxing 10%, Cute 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: You play as a spirit animal exploring a beautiful, open world, focusing on wholesome discovery and emotional resonance.

You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Visit cities, scale summits, unearth mysteries, and discover forgotten places!

Why similar: Relaxing 19%, Exploration 18.4%, Story Rich 18.2%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Colorful 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, non-violent exploration game where you capture the beauty of a lush, painterly world, perfect for fans of atmospheric walking simulators.

Paperbark is a charming game that tells a beautiful short story of a wombat, the bush and a very hot Australian Summer.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 21.7%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Relaxing 9.6%, Hidden Object 7.8%, Cute 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, charming adventure that follows a wombat through the Australian bush, emphasizing a gentle, story-rich pace.

It's winter and cats are still outside. Cold and alone. Find them and bring them home. Now includes free Christmas Isles. Enjoy!

Why similar: Hidden Object 18.3%, Family Friendly 13.7%, Exploration 11.5%, Relaxing 11.2%, Cute 10%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, atmospheric puzzle game that rewards careful observation and exploration in 3D environments.

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: Atmospheric 28.8%, Cute 23.2%, Adventure 16.2%, Casual 11.4%, Indie 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This cinematic puzzle-adventure features a young girl and her animal companion working together to explore a stunning, hand-painted planet.

Step into the tiny metaphorical shoes of a Muri, entrusted with the important task of exploring, cleaning, and restoring a corrupted and decaying beach, one sparkling satisfying patch at a time, in this cute cozy mini-adventure - Project Shoreline!

Why similar: Family Friendly 14.1%, Third Person 13.2%, Relaxing 11.2%, Exploration 10.8%, Cute 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, relaxing adventure game that encourages players to explore a beautiful coastal world at their own pace.

Embark on a heartwarming journey with your little light friend to solve puzzles and bring light to the mystical realm of Illum.

Why similar: Third Person 13.3%, Family Friendly 11.7%, Exploration 11.7%, Relaxing 10.6%, Cute 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A nonlinear exploration game that emphasizes light and discovery in a beautiful, minimalist environment.

Nephise Begins tells the player what happened at the time before Nephise was an orb collector. The main setting is forest again, but this time without snow, instead a more sunny and foggy weather.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 27.9%, Mystery 10.5%, Relaxing 10.4%, Hidden Object 10.4%, Atmospheric 10%

Why You'll Like It: A peaceful, atmospheric walking simulator that focuses on exploration and uncovering the history of a mysterious forest.

In Drizzlepath you are set on a journey to the top of the Mountain of Fire. It aims to be an atmospheric, relaxed and enigmatic experience. Downloadable soundtrack included.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.7%, Relaxing 10.8%, Atmospheric 10.1%, Exploration 10%, Mystery 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A pure walking simulator that focuses on the meditative experience of hiking through a beautiful, atmospheric mountain landscape.

Be the Universe in this epic, award-winning reality simulation game - featuring thousands of playable characters, endless exploration, an extraordinary soundtrack and narration from Alan Watts.

Why similar: Sandbox 20.6%, Relaxing 16.3%, Walking Simulator 14.5%, Exploration 11%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This philosophical experience allows you to explore the world from the perspective of anything from a blade of grass to a galaxy.

Play as Boris, a curious baby boar who must learn how to use his nose to reunite with his family after a forest fire. Explore beautiful landscapes, track scents, and uncover secrets as you slowly reconnect with nature in this cozy animal adventure.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.8%, Relaxing 11.2%, Exploration 10.8%, Atmospheric 9.6%, Cute 9.2%

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: Sandbox 16.1%, Third Person 14.5%, Family Friendly 13.9%, Exploration 11.1%, Cute 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing game that centers on nurturing nature and exploring a world that responds to your care.

Be a stone Golem and try to save Nature with the help of an adorable Fox! Reconnect ancient sources of energy in environmental puzzles. Discover secrets from a lost civilization and save animals on an emotional quest in a cozy, colorful world.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 17.6%, Third Person 11.3%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Relaxing 8%, Exploration 7.8%

Summer days, warm rain, magical nights! Sleeping kittens are hidden well. Can you find them?

Why similar: Hidden Object 18.7%, Family Friendly 13.5%, Exploration 11.8%, Relaxing 11%, Cute 9.8%

Home is Where One Starts... is a short, first-person exploration game in the same vein as Dear Esther or Gone Home. It’s a story about childhood, hope, and the miracle of memory. You play as a little girl from a broken home somewhere in the American South.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 36.1%, Adventure 12.1%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Mystery 9%, Indie 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, evocative walking simulator that captures a sense of nostalgia and personal history in a quiet, rural setting.

"Paws Trail" is an enchanting adventure game where players guide a charming black cat through a mystical forest and unlocking secrets along the way. Experience a vivid world filled with engaging challenges and endearing forest companions.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 30%, Relaxing 12.6%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Cute 10%, Family Friendly 7.9%

Explore the acclaimed animal adventure in never before seen beauty! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22%, Family Friendly 13.2%, Third Person 12.9%, Story Rich 9.8%, Exploration 9.7%

Paws and Soul: First Step is a story introduction to Paws and Soul. Adventure game about reincarnation. Turn yourself into a wolf, explore mysterious forest and reveal every secret of your past life!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.7%, Adventure 14.3%, Exploration 11.3%, Relaxing 10.8%, Story Rich 9.8%

Moose Lost in the Woods is a cozy 3D platformer without a language barrier. Explore by running, leaping, bouncing, and splashing around in Swedish forest environments, whilst stuffing your backpack with goodies!

Why similar: Family Friendly 16.6%, 3D Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 9%, Third Person 8.9%, Relaxing 7.5%

What is this cat doing here? And where are his friends? Explore strange and beautiful islands to find all the little kittens hidden there.

Why similar: Hidden Object 19.7%, Family Friendly 12.8%, Exploration 12.4%, Relaxing 11.8%, Cute 10.7%

"MELLOWOLLEM" is an adventure game where you explore maps and find objects to progress. The main character meets a girl on a sunny summer day, and the story unfolds guided by her words. However, detailed story elements remain undisclosed, leaving only the setting of a hot, dreamy summer landscape.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 14.4%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Mystery 10.6%, 3D Platformer 9.6%, Cute 8.3%

The Hunting God is a short walking simulator in which you play as Nodens the hunting god and listen to what he has been through accompanied by a white wolf named Draiochta.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 28.4%, Relaxing 12.7%, Mystery 12.3%, Atmospheric 9.8%, Exploration 9.2%

Get lost beneath the fog in The Wild Eternal, a reflective first-person exploration game. Embark on a meditative journey to heal the scars of your past. Can you escape the cycle of reincarnation?

Why similar: Walking Simulator 24.1%, Mystery 13.1%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Exploration 10.2%, Story Rich 9.8%

Russian Soul Simulator is a meditative game that allows the player to look at the Russian nature and the surrounding world in realistic graphics. The game allows the hero to move freely through fields and forests, explore the surrounding terrain and interact with various objects.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 37.5%, Hidden Object 12.5%, Atmospheric 11.4%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Adventure 8.9%

As a cat, explore a nostalgic Japanese summer island filled with strays. Solve puzzles, uncover mysteries, and share an intimate, unhurried adventure with the heroine.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 27.1%, Third Person 15.3%, Exploration 11.3%, Cute 9.8%, Story Rich 9.4%

Starshifter is a game about shapeshifting, desert animals, and finding your place.

Why similar: Cute 14.7%, Story Rich 12.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Colorful 9.9%, 3D Platformer 9.9%

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole, climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, and many more!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.5%, Third Person 14.2%, Exploration 10.6%, Family Friendly 9.3%, Story Rich 8.7%

Unwind while you play at your own pace exploring vibrant microcosms, in your search for hand-placed hidden objects, set to a chill lofi soundtrack.

Why similar: Hidden Object 18.3%, 3D Platformer 13.2%, Relaxing 12.8%, Exploration 12.2%, Cute 8.4%

Get ready for a pawsome puppy adventure in Little Friends: Puppy Island! Discover exciting locations, dig up hidden treasures, build and expand your holiday resort, and meet plenty of lovable little friends to care for on your very own un-paw-gettable, tropical island adventure!

Why similar: Family Friendly 25.6%, Exploration 15%, Cute 12%, Colorful 11.6%, Relaxing 7.8%

A 3D adventure platformer where you play as a kind alpaca dedicated to helping their animal friends.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 19.9%, 3D Platformer 14.3%, Family Friendly 10.6%, Exploration 10.4%, Third Person 10.3%

A Planet Full of Cats is a hidden object adventure with metroidvania-style exploration in true Devcats fashion. Explore diverse biomes, unlock new powers and uncover ancient secrets!

Why similar: Hidden Object 35.4%, Relaxing 18.8%, Exploration 18%, Adventure 8.3%, Casual 8%

Save a puppy and embark on a heartwarming, hand-drawn adventure together. Journey to the heart of an enchanted forest, solving puzzles and avoiding hunters to protect your newfound friend.

Why similar: Hidden Object 15.8%, Family Friendly 14.7%, Relaxing 11.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, Exploration 10.9%

Welcome to "Stray of Lost Cat", a story centered around a peculiar little feline. Follow the kitten's journey as it escapes the pursuit of "Meowdes" while collecting soul fragments, striving to reunite with its beloved owner.

Why similar: Hidden Object 21%, Relaxing 13.2%, Story Rich 13%, Cute 9.8%, Atmospheric 9.1%

A calm and atmospheric "walking'n'watching simulator" about the beauty of nature. Use your gaze and attention in diverse gameplay experiences: Connect the stars, watch the grass grow, fly with the birds and remember many more of the wonders surrounding us each day.

Why similar: Hidden Object 18.6%, Walking Simulator 15.4%, Relaxing 14.1%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Cute 10.4%

Future Unfolding is an action adventure that is all about exploration. Your goal is to unfold the mysteries and solve the puzzles hidden in the beautiful landscapes around you.

Why similar: Exploration 19.3%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 12.6%, Atmospheric 12.4%, Relaxing 12.2%

✉️ Become a living letter and find your way to the one who still waits for you! Fly, sail, roll, solve puzzles, uncover secrets, and travel through time and continents in this adventure platformer!😸

Why similar: 3D Platformer 13.2%, Family Friendly 13%, Third Person 12.4%, Mystery 12.1%, Relaxing 9.9%

Sphaera is a game about relaxation and exploration in a huge grass field filled with animals.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 17%, Adventure 9.7%, Sandbox 9.2%, Third Person 9.1%, Casual 7.9%

An adventure about searching for a missing hunter and meeting with alien beings! Explore wild nature, climb on a rock, lure out a boar, meet a wolf, survive in a rockfall. Heal a deer and trick a creature! Meet the Unknown and find mystery!

Why similar: Walking Simulator 23.6%, Third Person 14.6%, Story Rich 12%, Exploration 10.1%, Atmospheric 8.6%

Explore a surreal handcrafted world in Hidden Kitties Memories. Find lost souls of kitties and help them remember their favorite moments with their humans. Each discovery transforms the kitty and reveals its touching memory. Immerse yourself in this unique hidden object adventure.

Why similar: Hidden Object 34.5%, Cute 19.3%, Family Friendly 16.6%, Stylized 10.5%, Casual 10%

Explore the sandbox, collect treasures, and find your way off of the island.

Why similar: Sandbox 16.7%, Family Friendly 14.5%, Exploration 12.9%, Hidden Object 10.9%, Adventure 9.1%

A small puppy will have to fight with their fears and find all the positive memories, personified by soft toys, in completely different locations. Beautiful graphics, pleasant sounds, and interesting performance. Just relax and feel the atmosphere of adventure.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 34.5%, Cute 19.9%, Adventure 12.4%, Indie 9.2%, Atmospheric 8.1%

A lost soul and his dog set out on an otherworldly trek through the afterlife in this wholesome, non-linear adventure game. Pass into the world beyond, perform acts of kindness for other souls, and mend mistakes from a forgotten past life - all with a very good boy by your side!

Why similar: Family Friendly 16.7%, Story Rich 14.2%, Exploration 13.6%, Relaxing 13.3%, Adventure 13.2%

Explore a woollen world where stuffed animals once lived in peace. Search for hidden secrets and customize your character with different animal shapes to solve puzzles. An epic adventure with two very unlikely heroes and a story narrated in rhyme.

Why similar: Family Friendly 16.6%, Story Rich 16.6%, Adventure 12.7%, Atmospheric 11.1%, Casual 9.8%