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  1. #1 Roots of Pacha
    97% matchVery Positive94% of 4,347 reviews2023
    Dev: Soda Den
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Farming Sim 21.4%, Agriculture 16.8%, Life Sim 12.2%, Cozy 8%, Building 7.3%

  2. #2 Fields of Mistria
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 27,018 reviews2024
    Dev: NPC Studio
    Windows
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 23.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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: Farming Sim 26.5%, Agriculture 18%, Life Sim 14.4%, Building 5.3%, Sandbox 5.2%

  3. #3 Littlewood
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 6,792 reviews2020
    Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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: Agriculture 18.5%, Farming Sim 13.6%, Life Sim 12.8%, Collectathon 7.4%, Building 6.8%

  4. #4 Coral Island
    95% matchVery Positive89% of 25,947 reviews2023
    Dev: Stairway GamesPub: Balor Games
    Windows
    Median: 12.3 hrsMean: 52.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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: Farming Sim 28.2%, Agriculture 18%, Life Sim 15.6%, Building 6.2%, Crafting 5.6%

  5. #5 Moonstone Island
    94% 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: Agriculture 18.9%, Farming Sim 18.3%, Creature Collector 17.1%, Life Sim 11.2%, Building 8%

  6. #6 Sun Haven
    94% matchVery Positive81% of 24,588 reviews2023
    Dev: Pixel Sprout Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.8%, Agriculture 18.7%, Life Sim 15.4%, Character Customization 6.6%, Crafting 6.4%

  7. #7 My Time at Portia
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 44,040 reviews2019
    Dev: Pathea GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 36.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Farming Sim 25.1%, Agriculture 16.4%, Life Sim 16.3%, Crafting 8.5%, Building 6.9%

  8. #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: Farming Sim 24.1%, Agriculture 21.6%, Creature Collector 17.7%, Crafting 7.4%, Character Customization 6.1%

  9. #9 Cornucopia®
    91% matchVery Positive88% of 630 reviews2023
    Dev: David Dolynny | Subconscious GamesPub: Subconscious Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Stardew Valley meets Paper Mario in the coziest farming RPG you've never played. Romance 34+ characters, befriend 50+, raise adorable animals, and grow crops using real soil science. No forced bedtime. A handcrafted 2.5D world full of charm, secrets, and the dream life you've been waiting for.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.6%, Agriculture 20.2%, Life Sim 12.7%, Building 6.8%, Crafting 6.4%

  10. #10 STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
    90% matchVery Positive94% of 3,749 reviews2025
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 18.9 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Searching for a peaceful farm life, a fresh mountain breeze, and your own market stall? Look no further than the friendly community of Zephyr Town! Here you’ll grow crops and raise animals, get to know the locals, and sell your wares at the town's bazaar to restore it to its former glory.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 24.7%, Agriculture 24%, Life Sim 15.3%, Cozy 11.1%, Crafting 7.9%

  11. #11 Farm Together
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 22,015 reviews2018
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 17.9 hrsMean: 138.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in this unique, relaxing farming experience!

    Why similar: Agriculture 39%, Farming Sim 24.2%, Building 10.2%, Sandbox 6.4%, Relaxing 6.2%

  12. #12 Luma Island
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 12,128 reviews2024
    Dev: Feel Free Games
    Windows
    Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 24.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Get ready to explore, farm, fish, mine, craft, and raise magical Lumas as you solve puzzles and embark on quests across Luma Island. Play solo, or team up with friends in 1-4 player online co-op. Choose relaxing Cozy, challenging Adventure, or epic Hero mode to match your mood and playstyle.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 24.1%, Cozy 13%, Life Sim 11%, Building 10.2%, Crafting 8.3%

  13. #13 Big Farm Story
    89% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,339 reviews2021
    Dev: Goodgame Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Build your dream farm with your friends & animals in Big Farm Story. Grow crops, tend your fields, craft and explore the world in this farming adventure. Meet new friends around each corner, shape your own community and have fun writing your own story.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 37%, Life Sim 24.9%, Crafting 10.6%, Relaxing 8.1%, RPG 7.5%

  14. #14 Hokko Life
    88% matchMixed66% of 2,650 reviews2022
    Dev: Gizmo GardenPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Hop off the train and into your new life in the village of Hokko! Take over the old workshop and get creative; use crafted materials and design everything in town! With complete creative freedom, what type of town will you build?

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.8%, Agriculture 19.6%, Life Sim 14.2%, Cozy 9.6%, Building 7.4%

  15. #15 STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
    87% matchVery Positive93% of 5,636 reviews2020
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 49.2%, Agriculture 11.5%, Life Sim 10.6%, Simulation 8.6%, RPG 6.7%

  16. #16 Echoes of the Plum Grove
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 3,019 reviews2024
    Dev: Unwound GamesPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 23.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    A new life awaits in Honeywood! Build a thriving community that will last generations in this cozy farm simulator. Farm, socialize, make friends, cook, craft, forage and uncover the secrets of the island! If someone doesn’t want to be friends? There are always other means.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 30.9%, Life Sim 17.8%, Cozy 16.8%, Crafting 9.6%, Open World 7.7%

  17. #17 Garden Paws
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 2,485 reviews2018
    Dev: Bitten Toast Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    You have inherited your grandparents farm as they set off to travel the world. Work with Frank at the local construction shop to finish off the final touches on your new home. Aid Frank and Mayor Wilson in building up the town so it may reach it's full potential.

    Why similar: Agriculture 23.4%, Farming Sim 19.9%, Building 9.5%, Sandbox 7.9%, Cozy 7.6%

  18. #18 Staxel
    85% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,816 reviews2019
    Dev: PlukitPub: Balor Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Grow your farm, meet the villagers, and join your friends online in building your world.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 26.2%, Agriculture 23.6%, Building 9.1%, Sandbox 8%, Character Customization 7.1%

  19. #19 STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town
    84% matchVery Positive80% of 1,579 reviews2021
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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: Farming Sim 31.3%, Agriculture 23%, Life Sim 17.4%, Building 7.6%, RPG 6%

  20. #20 Song Of The Prairie
    83% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,505 reviews2024
    Dev: The Droplet StudioPub: AOE Plus
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Song of The Prairie is a 3D relaxing farm game. A hero who defeat the demon begins a new rural life. Experiencing the fun of exploration to the town. Harvesting giant fruits and crops. Taking care fantastic animals. Dating with someone you like. Just enjoy the farming life only belongs to you!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.2%, Agriculture 21.9%, Life Sim 13.3%, Crafting 7.4%, Sandbox 6.9%

  21. #21 Kynseed
    82% matchVery Positive83% of 3,619 reviews2022
    Dev: PixelCount Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Embark on a lifetime of adventure in a beautiful world of creativity and intrigue. Raise a family, customise your farm, run a business, craft items, and battle some marvellously malevolent monsters.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 29.6%, Life Sim 16.9%, Sandbox 9.8%, Crafting 9.6%, Open World 6.5%

  22. #22 Stardew Valley
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 992,215 reviews2016
    Dev: ConcernedApe
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 22.7 hrsMean: 83.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Farming Sim 26.9%, Agriculture 18.3%, Life Sim 14.9%, Building 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  23. #23 Paleo Pines
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 2,478 reviews2023
    Dev: Italic PigPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Welcome to Paleo Pines, a charming island known for its friendly dinosaurs, quirky townsfolk, and mysterious past. Befriend dinos and enlist their help to fix up your ranch and farm crops to create your cozy dino sanctuary! Then set out with your companion, Lucky, to uncover the island’s secrets.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 27.3%, Agriculture 17.4%, Creature Collector 15%, Life Sim 11.1%, Relaxing 6.2%

  24. #24 Monster Harvest
    84% 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: Farming Sim 20.4%, Agriculture 19.6%, Creature Collector 14.5%, Collectathon 8.4%, Building 7.6%

  25. #25 SunnySide
    81% matchMixed66% of 1,158 reviews2024
    Dev: Aftabi Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Find harmony in the Japanese countryside as you help Sparky uncover lost memories in this modern take on the farming and life simulator. Build a thriving homestead, cultivate new relationships, and chase your own happiness in SunnySide.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 20.3%, Agriculture 20.3%, Life Sim 12.3%, Cozy 10.8%, Building 8.6%

  26. #26 Dinkum
    77% matchVery Positive92% of 28,435 reviews2025
    Dev: James BendonPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 28.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends.

    Why similar: Agriculture 29.5%, Farming Sim 20.9%, Life Sim 12.8%, Building 7.5%, Crafting 6.6%

  27. #27 Seeds of Calamity
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 218 reviews2025
    Dev: Laborious Lark StudiosPub: Pretty Soon
    Windows

    Take part in healing after the Great Calamity. Tend your farm, complete quests for the villagers, and explore dungeons filled with challenge and treasure in this cozy, solo-developed farming sim. Build a new life in a recovering world with your fluffy Spellbook Companion.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 20.6%, Agriculture 19%, Life Sim 12.2%, Cozy 10.4%, Building 6.5%

  28. #28 I Am Future: Cozy Apocalypse Survival
    78% matchVery Positive85% of 4,518 reviews2024
    Dev: MandragoraPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    I Am Future is a relaxing single-player survival game about building a cozy rooftop camp amid a flooded post-apocalyptic city. Set up a farm, go fishing, tinker with gadgets, craft new tools, manage a team of cute robots to automate and expand your base, explore the mysterious world, and chill out!

    Why similar: Agriculture 18.4%, Farming Sim 17.6%, Life Sim 10.3%, Cozy 8.9%, Building 7.3%

  29. #29 Little Witch in the Woods
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 12,303 reviews2025
    Dev: SUNNY SIDE UP
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Little Witch in the Woods tells the story of Ellie, an apprentice witch. Explore the mystical forest, help the charming residents, and experience the daily life of the witch.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 23.1%, Life Sim 17.1%, Creature Collector 14.7%, Crafting 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  30. #30 Cattle Country
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 351 reviews2025
    Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.Pub: Playtonic Friends
    Windows · Linux

    Howdy partner! Welcome to Cattle Country, the Cozy Cowboy Adventure Life Sim. Become a determined pioneer traveling west to start a new life. Make a home in the mountains, take on bandits, discover dastardly plots, build a farm, develop your town, and make friends with fellow residents.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 20%, Agriculture 16%, Life Sim 11%, Cozy 10.2%, Sandbox 6.6%

  31. #31 Alchemy Story
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 196 reviews2020
    Dev: Cozy Bee Games
    Windows

    Discover a world of magic, cute creatures and adventure in Alchemy Story, a casual farming simulation game! Grow your garden, brew potions, care for your pets and meet new friends!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 28.6%, Agriculture 28.4%, Life Sim 12.3%, Crafting 9%, Relaxing 5.7%

  32. #32 Summer in Mara
    78% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,139 reviews2020
    Dev: Chibig
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Take care of your own island and sail with your boat in this cozy farming adventure! Relax and unwind exploring a tropical archipelago or harvesting your own crops while helping others. Discover the story of Summer in Mara, with farming, crafting and exploring mechanics.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 24.8%, Agriculture 20.1%, Life Sim 15.6%, Cozy 12.6%, Crafting 6.8%

  33. #33 Travellers Rest
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 16,540 reviews2020
    Dev: Isolated Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    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: Farming Sim 32.2%, Life Sim 23.9%, Collectathon 9.9%, Building 9.6%, Crafting 7.9%

  34. #34 STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life
    76% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,355 reviews2023
    Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Marvelous
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley. Bring life to the land by cultivating crops and raising animals, find love among the town's friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own.

    Why similar: Agriculture 27.5%, Life Sim 16.7%, Farming Sim 16.4%, Cozy 12.8%, RPG 6%

  35. #35 Halcyon Days at Taoyuan
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 985 reviews2026
    Dev: BotanXPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Welcome to Taoyuan Village to heal your loneliness. Here, you can lead a carefree, self-sufficient life: farm, tame animals, raise livestock, fish, and build a prosperous homestead. Or, immerse in village life, meet kindred spirits, find love, and influence their destinies with your choices.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 29.1%, Agriculture 19.9%, Creature Collector 18.3%, Simulation 8.8%, Crafting 5.9%

  36. #36 Potion Permit
    74% matchMostly Positive80% of 5,226 reviews2022
    Dev: MassHive MediaPub: PQube
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Life Sim 22.7%, Cozy 18.8%, Crafting 12%, Character Customization 9.4%, Relaxing 7.9%

  37. #37 No Place Like Home
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 4,046 reviews2022
    Dev: Chicken LauncherPub: Awaken Realms
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Humanity Trashed the Earth and left for Mars. Only few remained. EXPLORE the world. Clean the environment, CRAFT with recycled resources. Domesticate animals. Rebuild your village. Restore environment and run your own post-apo FARM as there is No Place Like Home!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.9%, Agriculture 19.2%, Life Sim 12.6%, Base Building 8.9%, Crafting 7.7%

  38. #38 Spirit of the Island
    75% matchMixed66% of 1,862 reviews2022
    Dev: 1M Bits HordePub: META Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    A beautiful Life Sim Sandbox RPG with Cross-Platform Online COOP set on a tropical Archipelago. Build your farm, grow crops and animals, craft various items, cook dishes, gather resources, build shops and museum to attract visitors, and turn a desolate Island into a prosperous tourist destination!

    Why similar: Agriculture 24.4%, Farming Sim 23.4%, Life Sim 14.4%, Sandbox 8.2%, Open World 5.9%

  39. #39 Sky Harvest
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 73 reviews2026
    Dev: Hamzah KirmaniPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows

    Armed with hand-me-down tools and some cash, you begin your new life as THE Chief Farmer, a position your grandfather once excelled in. Can you honor his legacy and transform the overgrown, untamed and desolate floating island into a flourishing farm abundant with produce?

    Why similar: Farming Sim 21.5%, Agriculture 19.9%, Life Sim 12.8%, Building 7.9%, Crafting 6.7%

  40. #40 Farm Together 2
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 5,123 reviews2025
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 27.5 hrsMean: 110.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in the long awaited sequel to the cozy, relaxing farming experience!

    Why similar: Agriculture 25.7%, Farming Sim 25.6%, Life Sim 14%, Sandbox 8.6%, Base Building 7.4%

  41. #41 Cattails: Wildwood Story
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,823 reviews2023
    Dev: Falcon Development
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 22.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Become a cat! In this cozy life sim RPG, you'll lead your colony into the mysterious Wildwood. Hunt prey, harvest herbs, collect magical treasures, & defend your new home from intruders. Build a thriving town to recruit new cats. Get to know the residents, fall in love, & raise a litter of kittens!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 26.4%, Life Sim 16.9%, Cozy 9.6%, Building 9.3%, Base Building 7.9%

  42. #42 Everdream Valley
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 944 reviews2023
    Dev: MooneatersPub: Untold Tales
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    A farming adventure with a dash of magic. Play solo or up to a 4-player coop. By day, restore your quaint farm into a summer paradise. Explore, raise crops, care for animals and rebuild your home. At night inhabit various creatures through your dreams and bring enchantment to the valley.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 26.8%, Life Sim 15%, Cozy 13.4%, Building 10.3%, Crafting 8.4%

  43. #43 HARVESTELLA
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,478 reviews2022
    Dev: Square Enix
    Windows
    Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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: Farming Sim 25.7%, Agriculture 25.4%, Life Sim 13.5%, Building 9.5%, Sandbox 8.2%

  44. #44 One Lonely Outpost
    71% matchMixed59% of 638 reviews2025
    Dev: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    An alien world sometimes needs a farmer’s touch to bring it to life. In this sci-fi, colonization-life sim, terraform a barren world: turn wastelands into verdant landscapes while exploring, farming, building, and unlocking all the mysteries of this strange new planet.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 22.9%, Agriculture 19.8%, Life Sim 12.7%, Sandbox 7.4%, Building 7.2%

  45. #45 Sprout Valley
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 121 reviews2023
    Dev: Vadzim LiakhovichPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Sprout Valley is farming simulator game where you can step back from the busy life and grow the garden of your dreams. Captivating story, hand-crafted experience, cute graphics and many more!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32%, Life Sim 18.9%, Building 9.4%, Crafting 7.6%, RPG 7.2%

  46. #46 Starsand Island
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 7,209 reviews2026
    Dev: Seed Sparkle Lab
    Windows
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Tired of the city grind? Escape to Starsand Island and embrace the simple joys of country life! Live alongside capybaras, cats, and dogs, reel in a big catch, and explore the enchanting Moonlit Forest. Leave the hustle behind and experience the charm of this seaside paradise.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 29.4%, Life Sim 18.1%, Building 11.9%, Sandbox 9.3%, Crafting 9%

  47. #47 Stranded Sails - Explorers of the Cursed Islands
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 975 reviews2019
    Dev: Alchemist InteractivePub: rokaplay
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Farm, cook, craft and decorate in this casual open world farming adventure! Set up camp with your crew after being shipwrecked on a mysterious archipelago. Your quest is to survive, explore and uncover the secrets of the Cursed Islands. Take care of your crew to build relationships and earn rewards!

    Why similar: Agriculture 26.9%, Farming Sim 25.1%, Cozy 12.7%, Crafting 7.5%, Open World 5.9%

  48. #48 Your Big, Cute Monster Farm
    69% matchMostly Positive80% of 865 reviews2025
    Dev: KaiPlay StudioPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 24.8 hrsMean: 85.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Create a farm at the bottom of the screen and enjoy planting and harvesting with your monster companions! They handle all the work—just plan the layout, decorate, and wait for fun crop mutations. Take a break from busy life and enjoy the calm joy of farming.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32.3%, Agriculture 20.4%, Creature Collector 17.7%, Simulation 9.3%, Base Building 5.6%

  49. #49 Everholm
    69% matchMostly Positive78% of 351 reviews2024
    Dev: Chonky LoafPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    Lilly was spirited away to a mysterious island. As her memories fade, everyone seems to know her and her quest for her missing sister. It’s time to establish a homestead, meet your friendly Everfolks, then learn their secrets and solve the mystery of Everholm, in this open-ended minimalist RPG!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 29%, Cozy 17.5%, Life Sim 15.4%, Building 7.2%, RPG 7.2%

  50. #50 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: Farming Sim 25.7%, Creature Collector 15.7%, Cozy 12.5%, Building 11.6%, Relaxing 8.5%

  51. #51 Everdream Village
    68% matchMostly Positive73% of 133 reviews2025
    Dev: MooneatersPub: Untold Tales
    Windows

    Build your ideal, cozy farm in a living village. Form bonds with fellow villagers to lend a hand as you grow crops, care for animals, and craft a corner of paradise. Sail across enchanted islands to discover new resources and adventures along the way.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 28.4%, Cozy 14.9%, Life Sim 14.9%, Building 8.8%, Sandbox 8.1%

  52. #52 Garden Buddies
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 92 reviews2023
    Dev: JamPicsPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Unleash your inner gardener and immerse yourself in the serene world of Garden Buddies, cultivating a vibrant flower garden alongside your new friend Mutsy. Discover an enchanting and fulfilling experience to release your stress.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 21.6%, Agriculture 20.7%, Life Sim 13%, Building 7.6%, Cozy 6.6%

  53. #53 Immortal Life
    68% matchVery Positive80% of 4,255 reviews2024
    Dev: YiFang StudioPub: 2P Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Embark on a magical journey in this captivating life simulation game. Escape to a welcoming valley, farm with spells, and master skills like fishing, crafting, and cooking. Engage in epic battles, strengthen the bonds with your companions, and build your dream home to achieve Immortal Life!

    Why similar: Agriculture 28.6%, Farming Sim 25.3%, Life Sim 15.2%, Crafting 8.9%, Building 7.6%

  54. #54 Tiny Pasture
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 8,163 reviews2025
    Dev: CaveLiquidPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 26.5 hrsMean: 60.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Meet your new little desk buddies! They’ll snooze, scratch, and scamper around while you work or study (don’t worry, they’ve been trained not to invade your workspace). If you’re good at animal management, they will occupy the bottom of your screen with different kinds and colors!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 27.2%, Creature Collector 18.5%, Agriculture 12.2%, Building 10.3%, Relaxing 6.1%

  55. #55 Wylde Flowers
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,648 reviews2022
    Dev: Studio Drydock Pty Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 82.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Join Tara on a heartfelt journey to become a witch in Wylde Flowers. Farm by day, and cast spells by night as you craft your cottagecore life and bond with your coven. Come to know and love the fully voice acted characters of Fairhaven, as you unravel a local mystery.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 34.8%, Cozy 23.1%, Life Sim 19.4%, Simulation 7.9%, Crafting 6.1%

  56. #56 Cropia
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 77 reviews2025
    Dev: Cropstone Studio
    Windows

    Cultivate crops, care for animals, fish, mine resources, and explore diverse environments while growing the local community. Invite village residents to work with you and collaborate to meet city targets, helping you achieve goals more efficiently.

    Why similar: Agriculture 25.6%, Farming Sim 25.5%, Life Sim 15.2%, Crafting 7.8%, Cozy 6.5%

  57. #57 Peaceful Days
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 265 reviews2025
    Dev: Nhat Nguyen
    Windows · Linux

    Take over a cozy local farm in the charming seaside town of Aurora, meet friendly locals, reveal the secrets and enjoy your new peaceful life!

    Why similar: Farming Sim 32.8%, Agriculture 26.5%, RPG 13.8%, Simulation 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  58. #58 Fae Farm
    67% 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: Farming Sim 43.7%, Cozy 21.8%, RPG 9.1%, Relaxing 8.8%, Crafting 6.3%

  59. #59 Little-Known Galaxy
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 725 reviews2024
    Dev: Carbon & Kay
    Windows · Mac

    Join Space Alliance as a new captain-in-training and work with your crew to solve the mysteries of an ancient relic found on the Grey Planet. Little-Known Galaxy is a cozy single-player RPG space adventure full of friendly characters, exploration, crafting, and farming.

    Why similar: Farming Sim 26.4%, Life Sim 14.5%, Cozy 14.2%, Crafting 8.6%, Open World 6%

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