- #1 Rune Factory 4 Special
97% matchVery Positive89% of 2,234 reviews2021
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!
Why similar: Farming Sim 25.1%, Creature Collector 12.6%, Romance 12.5%, Fishing 12.2% ★, Magic 6.8%
- #2 Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
96% matchVery Positive89% of 3,398 reviews2025
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 16.3 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcome to the eastern nation of Azuma! In this fresh take on Rune Factory, use your powers as an Earth Dancer to restore the land, its people, and even its gods. Along the way, battle corrupted monsters, rebuild seasonal farms and villages, and form bonds with the colorful locals.
Why similar: Romance 19.4%, JRPG 12.7%, Action RPG 10.9%, RPG 9.6%, Farming Sim 9.6%
- #3 Rune Factory 5
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,044 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
As the newest ranger of a peacekeeping organization known as SEED, protect your community by rounding up rowdy monsters and going on special missions. Cultivate your farm and friendships alike while unravelling rune-related mysteries!
Why similar: Farming Sim 24.8%, Romance 12.6%, Creature Collector 12.4%, Fishing 11.4% ★, RPG 6.6%
- #4 STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town
95% 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 54.1%, Dating Sim 11.8%, Romance 10.7%, RPG 8.9%, Cute 4.9%
- #5 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 33.7%, Fishing 15.2% ★, Dating Sim 8.3%, Crafting 8.1%, Magic 7.8%
- #6 HARVESTELLA
94% 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 37.4%, JRPG 14.4%, Action RPG 13.9%, Agriculture 11.5% ★, RPG 9.6%
- #7 FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time
92% matchVery Positive92% of 13,218 reviews2025
Dev: LEVEL5 Inc.
Windows
Median: 32.1 hrsMean: 53.0 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world.
Why similar: JRPG 27.7%, RPG 23.1%, Cute 12.8%, Fantasy 12.7%, Crafting 10.8%
- #8 STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life
93% 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: Farming Sim 30.5%, Romance 21.2%, Agriculture 16% ★, RPG 13.6%, Cute 8.6%
- #9 Coral Island
91% 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 43.3%, Fishing 15.9% ★, Dating Sim 10%, Crafting 9.8%, Agriculture 8.6% ★
- #10 STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town
91% 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 44.5%, Romance 20.7%, RPG 10.5%, Agriculture 10.2% ★, Cute 6.5%
- #11 Fields of Mistria
89% 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 38%, Romance 16.9%, Dating Sim 11.1%, RPG 8.4%, Agriculture 8.1% ★
- #12 Immortal Life
90% 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: Farming Sim 27.9%, Fishing 24.3% ★, Crafting 11.3%, Action RPG 10.7%, Agriculture 9.9% ★
- #13 STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
89% 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 41.2%, Romance 21.9%, Crafting 15.1%, Agriculture 12.5% ★, Cute 7.2%
- #14 Roots of Pacha
88% 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 35.9%, Romance 16.8%, Crafting 12.8%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Agriculture 8.8% ★
- #15 Tales of Seikyu
86% matchVery Positive84% of 1,022 reviews2025
Dev: ACE EntertainmentPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Inspired by the charm of games like Fields of Mistria and Rune Factory, Tales of Seikyu is a cozy adventure filled with warmth, nature, and magic! Farm, decorate and find love in this charming and mystical fantasy farming sim.
Why similar: Farming Sim 23.6%, Magic 14.6%, Romance 10.5%, Agriculture 8.3% ★, RPG 8.3%
- #16 Fae Farm
87% 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 37.8%, Romance 15.1%, Magic 14.3%, RPG 9.6%, Cute 6.4%
- #17 WitchSpring R
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,785 reviews2023
Dev: KIWIWALKS
Windows
Median: 21.1 hrsMean: 25.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
WitchSpring R is a story-driven RPG combining elements of collecting, simulation, and battling. Experience the joy of training a young witch and accompany her on a grand adventure!
Why similar: Cute 19.4%, JRPG 19%, RPG 16.2%, Crafting 15.4%, Magic 14.1%
- #18 Moonstone Island
83% 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: Farming Sim 24.2%, Creature Collector 21.4%, Fishing 19.9% ★, Agriculture 7.8% ★, Dating Sim 6.7%
- #19 Alchemy Story
85% 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 26.1%, Fishing 19.3% ★, Crafting 9.5%, Agriculture 8.1% ★, Romance 7.2%
- #20 Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
81% 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 45.5%, JRPG 23%, RPG 22.3%, Adventure 4.4%, Fantasy 2.6%
- #21 Re:Legend
84% matchMixed55% of 2,021 reviews2022
Dev: Magnus Games StudioPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Adventure with friends in a beautiful world of wonder and fantastic creatures. Build, craft, farm and fish, as you raise and breed amazing pet companions!
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.1%, Creature Collector 16.2%, Crafting 10.5%, Agriculture 8.1% ★, JRPG 7.7%
- #22 Cornucopia®
82% 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 35.5%, Fishing 17.8% ★, Crafting 11.5%, Agriculture 9.9% ★, RPG 7.8%
- #23 Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 427 reviews2023
Dev: Appci Inc.Pub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Explore the wide world of Anthos with the help of your wacky inventor friend Doc Jr. and many others! It’ll be up to you to revive the Harvest Goddess and the Harvest Sprites, as well as reconnect all of the villages of Anthos with each other! Farm all around Anthos using the improved Expando-Farm!
Why similar: Farming Sim 43.8%, Fishing 15% ★, RPG 12.6%, Adventure 6.1%, Cute 5.9%
- #24 Harvest Life
84% matchMixed52% of 269 reviews2017
Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Show your mettle as both an aspiring organic farmer and a part-time adventurer. And then you might be in for a romantic happy ending.
Why similar: Farming Sim 59.1%, Fishing 12.1% ★, Crafting 11.2%, Agriculture 7.5% ★, Simulation 5.2%
- #25 Potion Permit
80% 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: Fishing 26.9% ★, JRPG 15.8%, Crafting 12.7%, Action RPG 12.7%, Dating Sim 9.8%
- #26 Sky Harvest
78% 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 26.7%, Fishing 21.5% ★, Romance 11.9%, Crafting 9.5%, Agriculture 7.7% ★
- #27 My Time at Portia
79% 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 48.6%, Crafting 19%, RPG 12.6%, Agriculture 10% ★, Simulation 4.4%
- #28 Monster Hunter Stories
78% 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: JRPG 25.3%, Creature Collector 20.3%, RPG 19%, Fantasy 15.5%, 3D 6.8%
- #29 Monster Harvest
81% 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 27.1%, Fishing 20.6% ★, Creature Collector 18.4%, Crafting 9.6%, Agriculture 8.1% ★
- #30 Song Of The Prairie
77% 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 40.1%, Crafting 15.3%, Agriculture 12.4% ★, Dating Sim 10.9%, RPG 8.2%
- #31 Everafter Falls
76% matchVery Positive84% of 668 reviews2024
Dev: SquareHuskyPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rediscover the simple life. Farm, fish, forge and fight to restore the peace in an all-new farming adventure. Features split-screen coop, a helpful pet, automated drones, resourceful pixies, a card-eating progression system, and dangerous dungeons to delve into!
Why similar: Farming Sim 41.3%, Fishing 27.8% ★, Crafting 14.4%, RPG 9%, Simulation 4.1%
- #32 Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
76% matchVery Positive92% of 5,651 reviews2020
Dev: EdelweissPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Discover the true power of rice in Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin! Take on hordes of demons in side-scrolling combat to reclaim the land as Sakuna, a spoiled harvest goddess banished to a dangerous island. Then, return to your mountain village and tend a field full of glorious rice.
Why similar: Farming Sim 50.6%, Crafting 16.6%, Agriculture 13.7% ★, Combat 6.2%, Action 4.3%
- #33 Wylde Flowers
75% 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 37.5%, Magic 12.4%, Romance 12.1%, Dating Sim 8.3%, Crafting 7.5%
- #34 Trials of Mana
75% matchVery Positive91% of 5,646 reviews2020
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Why similar: RPG 43.6%, JRPG 20.8%, Action RPG 19.9%, Fantasy 6.9%, Adventure 2.8%
- #35 Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,109 reviews2017
Dev: TABOT, inc.Pub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In celebration of Harvest Moon's 20th Anniversary comes an all new Harvest Moon title for Steam! Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition! The game encompasses twenty years of the spirit that have made the franchise what it is today!
Why similar: Farming Sim 57.5%, RPG 11.8%, Agriculture 10.3% ★, Dating Sim 6.1%, Romance 5.6%
- #36 Farmagia
74% matchMixed62% of 79 reviews2024
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: XSEED Games
Windows
Command an army of monsters in this all-new action game featuring character designs by famed manga artist Hiro Mashima. Take a stand to free the people of Felicidad as a Farmagia named Ten when monster farming, adventure, and hectic battles come together in an epic tale of rebellion and friendship.
Why similar: Creature Collector 24.1%, Farming Sim 18.5%, Action RPG 13.6%, JRPG 13.5%, RPG 7.7%
- #37 Seeds of Calamity
72% 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 35.5%, Fishing 17% ★, Crafting 11%, Agriculture 10.2% ★, Magic 8.6%
- #38 The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
73% matchVery Positive91% of 3,137 reviews2020
Dev: Nihon FalcomPub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 51.7 hrsMean: 68.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Why similar: RPG 43.4%, JRPG 31.3%, Romance 10.5%, Fantasy 5.2%, Story Rich 5.2%
- #39 DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS
74% matchVery Positive81% of 2,184 reviews2019
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 39.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Japan's adored Doraemon meets Story of Seasons in this new, fresh take on farming, now on Steam! The setting is Natura, and the theme is creating bonds. While doing so, enjoy the heartwarming interactions through each character in the story!
Why similar: Farming Sim 53.4%, Crafting 14%, RPG 11.8%, Cute 9.2%, Adventure 5.3%
- #40 Stardew Valley
71% 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 45.9%, Fishing 12.2% ★, Crafting 10.3%, Agriculture 9.7% ★, RPG 9.3%
- #41 Halcyon Days at Taoyuan
68% 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 36.4%, Creature Collector 21.6%, Fishing 14.6% ★, Crafting 8.4%, Agriculture 7.8% ★
- #42 Kitaria Fables
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,678 reviews2021
Dev: Twin HeartsPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Action Adventure fused with RPG and Farming elements. Armed with sword, bow and spellbook, fight against a rising darkness threatening the world. Plunder dungeons in search of relics and resources, tend to your farm to make provisions and potions, and take on quests solo, or with a friend!
Why similar: Farming Sim 31.6%, Action RPG 15%, Crafting 12.4%, Magic 9.1%, Agriculture 7.4% ★
- #43 Harvest Moon: One World
73% matchMixed58% of 137 reviews2021
Dev: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Trek across beaches, the desert, and even a volcano in the latest entry into the long-running Harvest Moon series! The Harvest Goddess has gone missing, and it's up to you to help bring her back! Along the way, you'll come across cows, sheep, camels, and even reindeer!
Why similar: Farming Sim 49.4%, RPG 14.6%, Crafting 10.4%, Agriculture 8.4% ★, Adventure 7.8%
- #44 Littlewood
70% 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: Farming Sim 27.3%, Fishing 16% ★, Crafting 13.9%, Romance 13.6%, Agriculture 11.6% ★
- #45 Luma Island
68% 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 48.9%, Crafting 19.5%, RPG 11.5%, Cute 8.3%, Adventure 5.5%
- #46 Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,409 reviews2024
Dev: Lazy Bear GamesPub: Riot Forge
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is a crafting RPG set in the whimsical world of Bandle City. After a party goes wrong, the portals that connect your home collapse and throw everything into chaos! Using your knitting magic and backpack house, restore the portals to reunite Bandle City.
Why similar: Farming Sim 36.4%, Crafting 17.7%, Magic 13.4%, RPG 10.3%, Fantasy 8.6%
- #47 Orange Season
71% matchMixed60% of 401 reviews2024
Dev: Innerfire StudiosPub: SOEDESCO
Windows · Linux
Make your farmer’s dream come true in Orange Season. With your parent’s help, you’ve finally saved enough money to buy a plot of land in the charming farmer’s village of Orange Town. Build a thriving farm as you grow crops, raise animals, fish, and mine materials to establish your farm in town.
Why similar: Fishing 25.8% ★, Farming Sim 21.8%, Romance 11.3%, Dating Sim 9.3%, Agriculture 8.9% ★
- #48 Pumpkin Days
71% matchVery Positive82% of 523 reviews2021
Dev: Pumpkin Interactive
Windows
Pumpkin Days is a traditional farming RPG. Pick one of three towns to start your farming adventure. Farm, fish, mine, catch bugs, raise animals, and more. Help fill out the museum to stop a factory from being built on the island. Unless you wish to side with the factory. The choice is yours.
Why similar: Farming Sim 74.6%, RPG 13.6%, Agriculture 6.1% ★, Simulation 5.7%
- #49 DORAEMON STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of the Great Kingdom
70% matchVery Positive89% of 394 reviews2022
Dev: Marvelous Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Noby and his friends are back in an all-new Doraemon: Story of Seasons title! Grow crops, raise animals, and use Doraemon's Secret Gadgets to help friends in a fun-filled and heartwarming story that people of all ages can enjoy.
Why similar: Farming Sim 40.5%, Fishing 22.7% ★, Crafting 9.3%, RPG 8.2%, Cute 7.8%
- #50 DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS
68% matchVery Positive91% of 683 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The beloved block-building RPG, DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, is bringing its handy crafting features to Steam! Weave your own tale as you build your own unique buildings and towns to restore Alefgard to it's former glory!
Why similar: JRPG 28%, RPG 19.2%, Cute 13.5%, Crafting 12.1%, Fantasy 11.6%
- #51 Verdant Skies
72% matchVery Positive80% of 421 reviews2018
Dev: Howling Moon Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Verdant Skies is a life simulation game born from a love for games like Harvest Moon and a desire to create something unique with modern gameplay and deep storytelling. Ensure the success of the colony as you make friends and pursue romance with a diverse cast of characters.
Why similar: Farming Sim 54%, Fishing 10.4% ★, RPG 8.6%, Crafting 5.7%, Dating Sim 5.6%
- #52 Ova Magica
67% 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: Farming Sim 24.3%, Creature Collector 17.2%, Crafting 12.3%, JRPG 9.6%, Cute 8.3%
- #53 Ninano: Dream Ranch
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: NABI
Windows
Welcome to the Ranch, where you can raise animals! Diverse locals such as Elves, Demons, Vampires, and others await you. Collaborate with them to build new facilities and invite new neighbors to make the Village vibrant. Enjoy activities like fishing, cooking, gathering, dating, and mini-games!
Why similar: Farming Sim 48.3%, Fishing 16.8% ★, Crafting 8.7%, RPG 8.1%, Cute 6.9%
- #54 Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DX
69% matchVery Positive90% of 983 reviews2021
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 31.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The definitive edition of the Atelier "Mysterious" series at a new price, with brand new content and various DLCs! "Atelier Sophie" is the 1st instalment: a chance encounter between Sophie and a sentient book Plachta takes them on an adventure to recover Plachta's memories.
Why similar: JRPG 29.5%, RPG 22.2%, Crafting 14%, Fantasy 12.3%, Cute 10.7%
- #55 Visions of Mana
66% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,602 reviews2024
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.2%, JRPG 21%, RPG 14%, Magic 10.8%, Cute 9.1%
- #56 Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian
64% matchVery Positive91% of 857 reviews2025
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The story of two protagonists as they rebuild their hometown and seek the hidden truth. Engage in timeline-based command battles and enjoy the easy-to-learn yet deeply engaging synthesis. Plus, take on shop management, explore random dungeons, and more!
Why similar: JRPG 40.7%, RPG 30.6%, Cute 16.1%, Crafting 10.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #57 Shinehill
64% matchVery Positive95% of 186 reviews2026
Dev: Peach Bite
Windows
Yet again they dumped the toughest job on you. Now you are on Shinehill Island, where you suddenly replaced one of the new residents. Explore the world, meet charming townspeople, do farming, fishing, cooking and try not to reveal yourself.
Why similar: Farming Sim 32.4%, Fishing 25.1% ★, Dating Sim 11.7%, RPG 9.9%, Crafting 6.8%
- #58 Blue Oak Bridge
67% matchMostly Positive76% of 122 reviews2023
Dev: Lemon Seed Studio
Windows · Mac
Blue Oak Bridge features breathtaking 2D hand-painted art in a storybook world of powerful witches, ancient magic and royal secrets. Farm, forage and fish throughout the island of Eloria and use all you discover to brew potions, make produce and help your new friends.
Why similar: Farming Sim 29.4%, Fishing 18.4% ★, Magic 11.1%, Crafting 9.3%, Agriculture 7.9% ★
- #59 Project Real
66% matchVery Positive89% of 64 reviews2024
Dev: HKGamesStudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
The Real Project is a game where you shape your virtual life. Choose professions, build authentic relationships and explore a wide, vibrant world full of fascinating NPCs. Face challenges, explore stunning landscapes. Live a complete virtual life, full of unique adventures.
Why similar: Farming Sim 30.9%, Fishing 20% ★, Dating Sim 10%, Crafting 9.6%, RPG 9%