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Games Like Rune Factory 3 Special

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include RPG, Farming Sim, Simulation, Crafting.

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Bridge the divide of an ancient schism between humans and monsters in Rune Factory 3 Special as half-human, half-wooly protagonist Micah. Farm, fight and fall in love as you revisit a classic in the series that perfected the blend of RPG & Life-sim genres.

Reviews: Very Positive — 95% — of 806 reviews
Released: 2023-09-05
Developer: Marvelous Inc.
Publisher: XSEED Games
Genres: Casual, RPG, Simulation
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.9 hrs
Mean playtime: 18.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 78%

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  1. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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%

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