Games Like Shin chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation The Endless Seven-Day Journey

Shin chan starts a mysterious daily routine, traveling between two worlds: the Village in Akita and Coal Town.

Why similar: 2.5D 42.7%, Story Rich 14.2%, Exploration 11.8%, Simulation 10.6%, Adventure 10%

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 31.5%, Life Sim 19.2%, Anime 9.4%, Cartoon 8.6%, Atmospheric 6.1%

A circus troupe comes to Yomogi Town, a rural town in Japan situated between mountains and the ocean. As the son of the circus ringmaster, enjoy a special summer filled with wholesome adventures!

Why similar: Life Sim 28.5%, Cartoon 14.1%, Adventure 11.8%, Cartoony 9.2%, Exploration 9.1%

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 29.8%, Life Sim 17.1%, Anime 11.1%, Cartoon 9%, Immersive Sim 7%

A simulation game where you create a wonderful sweets shop with Doraemon

Why similar: Life Sim 27.5%, 2.5D 25.4%, Simulation 16%, Anime 11.9%, Exploration 7.8%

The action-packed "Crayon Shin-chan" runner anyone can casually play is here! Gather various costumes and crew and blaze through the streets of Kasukabe and the world of the movies!

Why similar: Anime 38.7%, Cute 17.2%, Cartoony 16.3%, Colorful 9.6%, Casual 7.8%

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: Life Sim 17.8%, Immersive Sim 15%, Anime 11.4%, Story Rich 8.4%, Exploration 8.2%

This is a dandelion life simulation adventure.

Why similar: Farming Sim 34.3%, 3D Platformer 16.3%, Simulation 13.7%, Immersive Sim 12.2%, Casual 8.7%

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 41.8%, Life Sim 28.2%, Exploration 9.4%, Cute 8.1%, Adventure 4.9%

Japanese Rural Life Adventure is a relaxing slow-life simulation where you can experience the charm of traditional Japanese countryside living, all in a beautifully crafted pixel-art world.

Why similar: Farming Sim 35.7%, Life Sim 27.7%, Immersive Sim 14.1%, Simulation 8.1%, Story Rich 6.8%

Journey to the vibrant world of Rune Factory and experience the legendary fantasy farming adventure like never before!

Why similar: Farming Sim 40.6%, Creature Collector 24.9%, Anime 14.3%, Adventure 6.9%, Story Rich 4.7%

A chill and cozy platformer. Hop around collecting the lost CDs of a cute DJ in this land made of cardboard!

Why similar: 2.5D 35.6%, Anime 17.1%, 3D Platformer 16.1%, Cute 8.9%, Adventure 7.6%

Play as a tiny lil' mushroom who's lost in the forest and can't find its way home. Explore unique areas freely at your own pace, chat with friendly inhabitants, and take on different adventures to get back home!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.5%, Cute 17.6%, Exploration 14.2%, Atmospheric 11.7%, Adventure 11.7%

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

Why similar: Farming Sim 55.7%, Life Sim 12.6%, Simulation 10.9%, Anime 8%, Casual 5.4%

Embark on a cozy, open-world adventure with Hello Kitty and Friends. Befriend beloved characters as you explore and restore a mysterious island, solve ancient puzzles, cook delicious dishes, customize yourself and your cabins, and so much more.

Why similar: Life Sim 26.8%, Immersive Sim 11.8%, Cute 10.5%, Exploration 9.6%, Simulation 9.4%

Neko Odyssey: A Game for Cat Lovers You Can't Miss! Here’s a slightly unusual Casual Adventure game where the main gameplay centers around taking pictures of cats. The pixel art graphics in a 3D setting create a charming atmosphere reminiscent of Japanese animation.

Why similar: 2.5D 27.5%, Anime 12.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%, Story Rich 9.1%, Cartoony 8.7%

Embark on a journey across vast landscapes in Caravan SandWitch, a captivating narrative-driven exploration adventure.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.4%, Exploration 15.4%, Cute 13.1%, Adventure 11.7%, Colorful 9.8%

Welcome to the weird and wonderful world where modern country life meets quirky simulation adventure! Here you'll immerse yourself in a laid-back lifestyle full of traditional customs, make a bunch of quirky new friends, and embark on bizarre adventures.

Why similar: Farming Sim 22%, Creature Collector 21.5%, Life Sim 19.3%, Immersive Sim 11.2%, Exploration 6.5%

Escape everyday stress and start a new life in Clover Town! With adorable blob creatures by your side, you’ll farm, make new friends, and explore uncharted lands. Will you find love, or become the greatest blob trainer? Your story is yours to shape!

Why similar: Farming Sim 24.3%, Creature Collector 19.8%, Life Sim 15.6%, Anime 9.9%, Story Rich 7.2%

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 26.1%, Life Sim 17.4%, 3D Platformer 10%, Cartoon 9.2%, Anime 8.3%

Go on a summer vacation to the Cloudy Valley archipelago! Swim, climb, and explore the different islands at your own pace. Discover treasures or enjoy a cozy and relaxing atmosphere by the waves...

Why similar: Exploration 25.6%, Cute 24.1%, Adventure 21.9%, Casual 11.2%, Colorful 11.2%

A demo of Summer in Mara. Discover the beginning of this adventure and take care of your island by harvesting your crops, fishing on your pond, and cooking. Enjoy the opening act to this farming adventure.

Why similar: Farming Sim 27.6%, Life Sim 19%, Anime 13.8%, Cartoon 13.6%, Story Rich 8.9%

Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.7%, Cute 22.7%, Colorful 13.5%, Casual 13.2%, Adventure 10.8%

Enjoy summer in Kabuto Park! Catch the cutest bugs, train them and win the Summer Beetle Battles Championship in this tiny bug collection game! Upgrade your equipment to find rarer, stronger and shinier little friends.

Why similar: Creature Collector 39.7%, Card Battler 20.2%, Cute 10.3%, Cartoony 8.8%, Colorful 6.8%

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 36.4%, Life Sim 22.6%, Simulation 9.3%, Adventure 8%, Exploration 6.8%

Catch, evolve and collect over 300 unique Nexomon! Assemble the ultimate Nexomon team to save your friends and save the world! Clash against legendary champions and become a hero in this epic journey!

Why similar: Creature Collector 65.3%, Adventure 10.3%, Simulation 7.7%, Anime 6.9%, Casual 5.5%

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 30.8%, Life Sim 22.2%, Anime 12.4%, Story Rich 11%, Exploration 6.9%

Immerse yourself in a unique narrative experience and explore the thousand summer colors of Dordogne as you revisit your childhood to uncover lost family secrets in this touching formative journey.

Why similar: Story Rich 18.3%, Atmospheric 16.8%, Cute 16.2%, Exploration 14.5%, Adventure 11.5%

A unique blend of a Soothing Simulation and an Idle Game with Music, Decoration, Fishing, Cooking, Farming and more...

Why similar: Farming Sim 34.6%, Life Sim 23.3%, Simulation 8.1%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Exploration 7.8%

“Natsume's Book of Friends: Hazuki no Shirushi” is an adventure game where you can experience summer vacation in the world of “Natsume's Book of Friends”. As the protagonist Takashi Natsume, you are able to meet other friends and spirits, and enjoy a wonderful summer time.

Why similar: 2.5D 30.1%, Anime 20.1%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Story Rich 12%, Exploration 9%

Isla Sinaloa is a relaxing game full of puzzles and activities to enjoy on a peaceful island in a universe full of friendly animals

Why similar: Farming Sim 36.1%, Life Sim 23.5%, Adventure 7.7%, Exploration 7.3%, Cute 5.9%

Driven away by the cost of living, you and your childhood friend set off with the goal to turn things around and start a new life. Explore, gather, and build up the town from scratch into a place you'll be proud to call "home"!

Why similar: Farming Sim 24.9%, 2.5D 21%, Life Sim 16.6%, Cute 8.4%, Story Rich 7.4%

Immerse yourself in an exciting adventure in Find All 7: Japan! You will have to explore the unique scenery of an ancient temple and a colorful summer festival. Look for hidden items and color this mysterious painted world.

Why similar: Anime 36.3%, Casual 15.1%, Adventure 14.8%, Cute 13.1%, Atmospheric 10.7%

Start a relaxing adventure together with your childhood friend!

Why similar: Anime 33.3%, Cute 18%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Exploration 12.7%, Adventure 11.2%

Enter the world of Mutter Island as Sylvie, a newfound witch with the ability to grow magical Critters. Restore the island, welcome the unwelcome, and uncover the mystery of Sylvie's past!

Why similar: Farming Sim 23.9%, Creature Collector 19.9%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Cartoony 7.5%, Atmospheric 7%

DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.

Why similar: Farming Sim 40.6%, Exploration 12.8%, Story Rich 11.9%, Adventure 11%, Simulation 10.8%

It is a story of going forward together with childhood sweetheart monsters and saving each other, accompanying each other to experience those sparkling youthful times that are both troublesome and joyful. There is unparalleled passion and warmth in the daily life of fighting and teasing each other.

Why similar: Anime 35.9%, Story Rich 22.7%, Adventure 19.8%, Cute 9.3%, Exploration 9.3%

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 34.7%, Life Sim 20.6%, Anime 12.1%, Cartoon 10.7%, Simulation 7.3%

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 36.5%, Life Sim 21.7%, Cute 8.2%, Exploration 7.5%, Simulation 6.9%

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 31.4%, Creature Collector 26.7%, Card Battler 14.5%, Cute 7%, Exploration 6.8%

Mineko’s Night Market is a narrative-driven, social simulation adventure game that celebrates Japanese culture and invites players to craft whimsical items, eat delicious snacks, and ultimately enjoy all the cats.

Why similar: Story Rich 13%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Simulation 12.2%, Cute 11.9%, Cartoon 10.5%

Play as an adorable chicken in this relaxing platformer. Jump, climb and solve puzzles to find the answer to the ULTIMATE question a chicken can ask...

Why similar: Cute 22.7%, Exploration 19.4%, Adventure 17.6%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Colorful 12%

Summer comes again and again, and changes come quietly.

Why similar: Anime 45.4%, Adventure 19.2%, Casual 14.9%, Cute 12.7%, Singleplayer 7.9%

Deiland: Pocket Planet is a farming adventure where you will have to take care of your tiny planet. Farm, craft, fight and explore the universe of Deiland.

Why similar: Farming Sim 50.1%, Anime 14.9%, Story Rich 11.4%, Cute 9.3%, Simulation 7.5%

Step into the studio and produce yourown hit anime with an original hero!

Why similar: Life Sim 27.2%, Simulation 19.5%, Anime 18.9%, Casual 12.1%, Cute 11.6%

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 30%, Life Sim 19.5%, Anime 13.7%, Exploration 10.8%, Story Rich 9.2%

Embark on an Epic Journey as Laughy the Lobster

Why similar: Simulation 34%, Adventure 28.9%, Cute 17.4%, Casual 14.7%, Singleplayer 5.1%

The classic visual novel 'HimaNatsu' from the critically acclaimed developer Makura is available in English for the first time! Weave a cheerful yet sometimes painful tale of promises and redemption together with the Oboshiro Choir Squad in this never-ending summer vacation.

Why similar: Anime 28.8%, Adventure 21.7%, Casual 16.9%, Story Rich 15.1%, Cute 13.8%

Find inner peace in a small, open-world game. On these carefully handcrafted islands, you can take a nap on a giant monster, feed baby dragons, take care of the fauna and flora... ...but demons from your past might come back to remind you what you want to forget.

Why similar: Farming Sim 32.1%, Life Sim 22.7%, Anime 9%, Story Rich 7.8%, Simulation 7.5%

Nexomon: Extinction is a return to classic monster catching games, with a brand new story, eccentric characters and over 300 unique Nexomon to trap, tame and evolve.

Why similar: Creature Collector 52.3%, Anime 8.2%, Simulation 6.8%, Adventure 6.2%, Colorful 5.6%

Wonderia's an open-world, manga-art adventure just waiting to be explored. It's got sci-fi sim elements, deep dungeons, and you can even morph into alien form! Grab up to 7 friends to mine, craft, battle, and level—or farm and fish the day away, if that's more your tempo. There's so much to do!

Why similar: Farming Sim 52.3%, Exploration 14.7%, Adventure 13.7%, Cute 10%, Colorful 6.7%

Discover the wild planet Ankora and explore freely around this mysterious world full of promise and danger. Craft different tools, build structures and terraform yourself a new home in this cute-as-heck survival game.

Why similar: Farming Sim 36.8%, Anime 15.8%, Story Rich 10.9%, Cute 9.5%, Exploration 9.1%

"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: 3D Platformer 22.7%, Cute 13.1%, Atmospheric 12.2%, Story Rich 12%, Adventure 11.6%

A daily adventure with the mysterious Superbunny and Bunny Girl Usagi-san.

Why similar: Anime 37.3%, Simulation 27.5%, Casual 13.4%, Cute 10.5%, Adventure 6.6%

"Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her.

Why similar: Life Sim 19.9%, Anime 17.4%, Immersive Sim 15.6%, Atmospheric 11.4%, Cute 7.7%

One Day, One Life. Sumire is a magical narrative adventure about choices made, and dreams lost and found. Embark on a mysterious journey to help Sumire achieve her deepest wishes, before the day ends and the sky turns to twilight.

Why similar: Anime 27.5%, Story Rich 20.3%, Exploration 17.5%, Cute 16.4%, Colorful 10%

LIVE like a LATIN COWBOY as you EXPLORE, HELP others, and bring HARMONY between HUMANS and MYSTICAL BEINGS in a RELAXING COZY ADVENTURE.

Why similar: Farming Sim 42.5%, Life Sim 22.4%, Exploration 9.3%, Simulation 9.1%, Adventure 8.2%

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 22.7%, Life Sim 18.3%, Creature Collector 16.6%, Immersive Sim 9.1%, Cute 7.9%