Games Like Sky: Children of the Light

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Atmospheric 23.4%, Exploration 20.9%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Stylized 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same studio, this game defines the wordless, atmospheric, and social exploration experience that inspired Sky.

Experience award-winning Flower, now available on PC. Flower lets you take control of the wind as you explore and navigate beautiful, lush environments.

Why similar: Emotional 20.5%, Open World 19.5%, Family Friendly 14.4%, Atmospheric 11.9%, Exploration 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This relaxing, atmospheric adventure from the same developers emphasizes harmony with nature and emotional storytelling.

From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.

Why similar: Atmospheric 26.6%, Exploration 24.2%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Open World 12.1%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly meditative, visually stunning underwater exploration experience that focuses on wonder and movement.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Open World 20.4%, Cozy 19.6%, Exploration 18.5%, Cute 17.1%, Family Friendly 11%

Why You'll Like It: A perfectly cozy, wholesome adventure that focuses on the joy of exploration and movement in a beautiful, small-scale open world.

Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.

Why similar: Cozy 39.2%, Online Co-Op 18.1%, Multiplayer 16.6%, Exploration 9.3%, Cute 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, social-focused life simulation that emphasizes multiplayer cooperation and a relaxing, wholesome atmosphere.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Open World 23.2%, Puzzle Platformer 21.4%, Stylized 13.8%, Exploration 12.7%, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its striking art style and emphasis on peaceful, non-combat exploration capture the same sense of discovery found in Sky.

Ready your pack, grab your walking stick and step into a world of mystery. Craft your character and immerse yourself in the enchanted lands of Braided Shore.

Why similar: Character Customization 22.6%, Open World 21.9%, Multiplayer 15.2%, Fantasy 12.5%, Exploration 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique 'tiny multiplayer' game that encourages non-verbal social interaction and exploration in a painterly, atmospheric world.

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

Why similar: Adventure 26.2%, Exploration 21.3%, Puzzle 17.6%, Casual 16.5%, Atmospheric 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: This non-verbal adventure features a beautiful landscape and atmospheric puzzle-solving that feels very similar to Sky's tone.

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

Why similar: Open World 31.1%, Fantasy 17.9%, Exploration 16.3%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Multiplayer 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: This peaceful, first-person exploration game focuses on beauty and discovery rather than combat, mirroring the relaxing pace of Sky.

A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.

Why similar: Emotional 37.1%, Adventure 20.8%, Cute 20.2%, Puzzle 13.6%, Family Friendly 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply wholesome, creative adventure that uses color and puzzle-solving to foster a sense of kindness and discovery.

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: Cozy 40.9%, Open World 16.4%, Family Friendly 8.7%, Cute 8.6%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This cozy, open-world adventure focuses on friendship, exploration, and social activities in a cute, welcoming environment.

Explore the vast and open landscape as a wild animal. Meadow is an online fable experience that lets old and new fans of the Shelter game series come together and explore a peculiar and wondrous world together.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 32.3%, Cute 18.6%, Open World 16.6%, Multiplayer 10%, Exploration 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features unique non-verbal communication mechanics and social interaction in a vast, open-world environment.

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: Wholesome 26.7% ★, Cozy 23.3%, Open World 13.3%, Cute 8.5%, Family Friendly 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This cute, exploration-heavy adventure captures the joy of traversing a natural world as a small, curious creature.

Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Why similar: Open World 23.1%, Sandbox 16.2%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Cute 14.3%, Puzzle 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world, relaxing adventure that emphasizes cute aesthetics and exploration in a magical setting.

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Emotional 22.3%, Puzzle Platformer 15.6%, Puzzle 13.4%, Family Friendly 12.4%, Cute 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, puzzle-focused adventure with a gentle tone and a focus on helping others in a beautiful, melancholic world.

Even the smallest person can make a big difference. Join Alba, as she sets out to save her beautiful island and its wildlife. And possibly start a revolution.

Why similar: Wholesome 34.3% ★, Cozy 26.7%, Open World 10.7%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Exploration 6%

Why You'll Like It: A heartwarming, wholesome game about nature and community that emphasizes exploration and small acts of kindness.

Unwind and enjoy the slow life in Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles, a relaxing open-world adventure game. Yonder is set in the world of Gemea. A natural island paradise with eight distinct environments ranging from tropical beaches to snow-capped summits.

Why similar: Open World 31.4%, Sandbox 13.3%, Exploration 12.8%, Cute 9.4%, Family Friendly 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, open-world adventure that removes combat entirely to focus on exploration, crafting, and restoring a beautiful land.

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Wholesome 33.5% ★, Open World 12.8%, Sandbox 12.6%, Family Friendly 8.6%, Exploration 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A wholesome, world-building adventure that focuses on nurturing nature and exploring a vibrant, magical landscape.

A game about being kind to real people. Send nice letters from your cozy room, go outside and say hi to your neighbors, swap recommendations, dress up for the poetry slam and add your dreams to a sky full of wishes. Join a community of real people with their hearts on their sleeves.

Why similar: Cozy 25.2%, Massively Multiplayer 24.3%, Emotional 15.1%, Sandbox 11.5%, Cute 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A wholesome, social-focused experience that prioritizes kindness and gentle communication in a relaxing urban setting.

Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.

Why similar: Cozy 25.4%, Multiplayer 24.5%, Character Customization 20.8%, Cute 17.8%, Casual 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A social-focused, cute life simulation that uses AI to enhance interaction and community building.

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

Why similar: Emotional 13.7%, Exploration 13.3%, Family Friendly 13.3%, Puzzle 13.1%, Cute 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: A nonlinear, 3D exploration and puzzle game that features a cute aesthetic and a focus on discovery.

You awake in Mythica, a cozy island where magical stones change day to night. Explore winding paths or venture into the wilds with your trusty glider and sailboat. To return home, you must befriend quirky townsfolk, discover hidden treasures, master magic, and face enemies in clever puzzle combat.

Why similar: Cozy 24.5%, Emotional 12.3%, Open World 12%, Character Customization 10.4%, Family Friendly 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, magical exploration game that emphasizes discovery and a relaxing atmosphere in an open world.

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Emotional 39.8%, Cute 15.3%, Family Friendly 13.4%, Adventure 11.2%, Stylized 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A musical, wholesome adventure that emphasizes the power of kindness and communication to overcome obstacles.

Partner up with your friend online and set sail for an unforgettable puzzle adventure in this bite-sized standalone We Were Here experience. Work together to overcome brain-teasing challenges and make fun memories, using your best communication, teamwork and trust skills.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 29.4%, Emotional 16.8%, Multiplayer 15.3%, Puzzle 15.1%, Cute 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative puzzle game that relies heavily on communication and bonding between two players to succeed.

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: Cozy 27.7%, Online Co-Op 16.2%, Character Customization 10.8%, Open World 10.2%, Family Friendly 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, multiplayer-friendly simulation game that encourages exploration and collaborative play.

Grab your friends and set out for adventure in this cozy, multiplayer, open world RPG! Explore, quest and craft your way through a densely packed open world. Level up 6 different classes and buy land to build and decorate your home to settle down in this medieval fantasy world.

Why similar: Cozy 27.7%, Open World 13.9%, Family Friendly 11.9%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Cute 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, multiplayer-focused adventure that encourages exploration and social play in a vibrant fantasy world.

Step into an open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China. Uncover the secrets of your own identity as you rise from a humble village wanderer to the sword master of the imperial capital. Learn martial arts and build your reputation as a hero or a bringer of chaos in this free wuxia world.

Why similar: Open World 23.6%, Character Customization 20.8%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Online Co-Op 14.4%, Fantasy 10.9%

Find your community at summer camp, one friendship at a time. Take a beat, enjoy a breath of fresh air - all while playing at the beach, strolling in the woods, and dancing with friends. This short cozy game was created by two dads, celebrating their kids’ journeys to find their voices.

Why similar: Cozy 25.2%, Wholesome 25.2% ★, Family Friendly 11.5%, Cute 10.6%, Open World 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, nature-focused adventure that centers on discovery and gentle, wholesome gameplay.

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25%, Family Friendly 20.2%, Cute 15.4%, Puzzle 12.9%, Exploration 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, exploration-focused platformer with a distinct aesthetic that rewards curiosity and discovery.

Gather your friends and come to Tinkertown - A refreshing new Multiplayer Sandbox Experience! Explore magical places filled with loot, danger, and creativity.

Why similar: Sandbox 19.7%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, Open World 17.9%, Multiplayer 17.3%, Adventure 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer-friendly, cozy adventure that allows players to explore and build together in a colorful world.

A game about sledding and hanging out with friends :)

Why similar: Online Co-Op 20%, Sandbox 16.1%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Character Customization 13.3%, Open World 9.7%

Enter the world of ATLYSS, a Singleplayer/Online RPG where you can fight with or against friends in a surreal world filled with creatures beyond comprehension. Customize and progress your character(s), complete quests, and discover strange locations.

Why similar: Character Customization 30.3%, Cute 16.4%, Stylized 14%, Multiplayer 13.4%, Fantasy 11.4%

The MMORPG of a massive and magnificent fantasy! Let's explore the MMO world!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 32.3%, Character Customization 23.5%, Online Co-Op 15.3%, Open World 9.3%, Multiplayer 8.7%

Climb the mountain while you make friends. A multiplayer 3D platformer playground where you do whatever you feel like. You can climb the mountain, do activities around the Island or just chill out and meet new friends.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 22.9%, Open World 13.1%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Character Customization 10.4%, Multiplayer 9%

Forge your legend in a forgotten realm! Farever is an online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world. Alone or with friends, embark on an epic journey together! Explore wild lands and dangerous dungeons, craft powerful gear, and carve your path through dynamic combat and platforming.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 21.4%, Online Co-Op 16.9%, Open World 11.9%, Puzzle Platformer 10.7%, Sandbox 9.9%

In Animal Jam, you can become your favorite animal, collect amazing items, adopt adorable pets, and create a style to express the real you as you explore the beautiful 3D world of Jamaa! 2017 Google Play Awards Winner ★ Best App for Kids

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 33.2%, Family Friendly 14.4%, Character Customization 13.2%, Open World 10.5%, Multiplayer 9.4%

WEBFISHING a multiplayer chatroom-focused fishing game! Relax and fish (on the web!)

Why similar: Character Customization 19.5%, Multiplayer 18.2%, Online Co-Op 18.1%, Cute 12.2%, Cozy 10.7%

Join up to three friends in this mouse-sized adventure! Explore, gather resources, solve puzzles, and battle enemies as you try to bring your kidnapped brothers and sisters home.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 33.8%, Multiplayer 24.4%, Character Customization 12.8%, Adventure 10.3%, Cute 9.8%

ADVENTURE. ANYWHERE! Explore endless magical worlds and battle fearsome creatures alongside millions of friends. Ride your own horse, bear or moa and discover the many game world wonders. Unleash your imagination by crafting beautiful buildings.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 45.3%, Open World 12.1%, Sandbox 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Online Co-Op 6.5%

Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

Why similar: Stylized 34.8%, Exploration 29.3%, Atmospheric 20.2%, Adventure 15.7%

Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

Why similar: Character Customization 39.6%, Cute 24%, Massively Multiplayer 17.5%, Casual 9.7%, Multiplayer 9.1%

Join Clef on an adventure set on a magical sky island where her family once lived. Solve puzzles, discover secrets, and experience a story of sisterly love – and something more, if you are willing to dig deeper…

Why similar: Wholesome 27.3% ★, Cozy 22.4%, Puzzle Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 7.5%, Puzzle 6.9%

Skybound is a 3D exploration platformer focused on fun, fluid movement mechanics, parkour and environmental puzzle solving.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.6%, Open World 18.3%, Exploration 10.8%, Family Friendly 9.7%, Stylized 8.8%

Adorable spider chaos! Swing around the house, weave crazy structures, play with physics-based objects, and pull off chores with nothing but your webs and your wits in this madcap sandbox adventure.

Why similar: Wholesome 24.5% ★, Cozy 22.1%, Sandbox 10.9%, Character Customization 9.6%, Family Friendly 7.3%

Set foot on a magical island and explore a whimsical small open world as ILA, a spirited young witch-in-training searching for her lost kitty, Coco. With your trusty skatebroom, find secret places, collectables, and improve your magic and flying abilities as you reach the summit.

Why similar: Wholesome 26.4% ★, Cozy 22.3%, Character Customization 10.3%, Open World 9.3%, Family Friendly 8.1%

ChilloutVR is a social sandbox game enabling players and content creators to create, share and explore content in a massive multiplayer metaverse alone, with friends or anyone around the world. Meet new people and explore virtual worlds together. Playable with and without a VR-Headset.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 80.7%, Casual 10.5%, Cute 2.7%, Exploration 2.5%, Atmospheric 2.2%

SKYE is a relaxing explorative game where you venture into a world inspired by the Western Isles. Fly around the captivating islands, help the locals with their troubles, and set the fastest time in races while absorbing everything around you through the painterly environment.

Why similar: Emotional 36.2%, Exploration 27.1%, Adventure 21.7%, Casual 15.1%

Save Fairyland from the SoloGro™ Bros in this cozy co-op MMO from the creators of Puzzle Pirates! Adventure with friends to earn loot, furniture and clothes. Build and decorate your village and join a Wizards' Guild to help restore the world. Play cross-platform on Steam, iOS and Android.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 27.2%, Puzzle 18.2%, Cute 17.1%, Cozy 13.6%, Online Co-Op 11.8%

An open-world exploration, puzzle game made from my 4-year-old daughter's drawings. Step into a vibrant, hand-drawn world and help the princess find all her magical candies.

Why similar: Cozy 30.2%, Wholesome 29.2% ★, Exploration 7.6%, Cute 7.6%, Puzzle 7.4%

The Faraway Land is an open world survival simulator. Plunge into the relaxing atmosphere of a magical world filled with cute and dangerous creatures.

Why similar: Open World 20.4%, Sandbox 20.2%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Exploration 11.1%, Fantasy 9.7%

Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 52%, Multiplayer 38.2%, Casual 9.8%

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

Why similar: Wholesome 33.6% ★, Cozy 23.7%, Open World 12.9%, Stylized 7.3%, Cute 7%

Sunshine Story invites you to explore magical islands! Team up to battle the Guardian Dragon and befriend magical pets. Build your dream homestead, farm, and adventure with friends. Delve into mysterious mines, raise adorable animals, and enjoy a poetic day & night cycle.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 24.8%, Open World 22.2%, Sandbox 15.2%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Cute 7.3%

Explore a world filled with the magic of Disney as you discover rich stories and build the perfect neighborhood alongside Disney and Pixar heroes and villains in this new life-sim adventure game. Welcome to Disney Dreamlight Valley.

Why similar: Character Customization 25.7%, Sandbox 21.8%, Family Friendly 15.8%, Exploration 13%, Fantasy 12.3%

Immerse yourself in this adventure of poetic and contemplative exploration as Elise, a young explorer full of energy. This mysterious world awaits you to overflow with colour and life !

Why similar: Open World 23%, Emotional 19.3%, Stylized 14%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 11.6%

Growtopia is a 2D sandbox game, that brings together millions of players in an expansive pixel world. Collaborate in building anything you can imagine, become anyone you want to be, and delve into numerous mini-games. Unleash your creativity and join the massive universe in Growtopia today!

Why similar: Sandbox 23.1%, Massively Multiplayer 14.9%, Exploration 10.8%, Cute 10.1%, Character Customization 9.7%

▶ Fire ▶ Water ▶ Earth ▶ Wind - which class is for you?Gather your party and embark on an adventure to the Edge-World in a unique non-P2W 2D Side-Scroller MMORPG! Enjoy an open world full of life, exploration, roguelike expeditions & challenging boss fights together with friends or on your own!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 37.8%, Online Co-Op 24.9%, Open World 14.8%, Exploration 9.5%, Cute 7.4%

Embark together on your fantasy adventure! Set hundreds of years in the future on the distant planet of Aida, the shared open-world RPG, anime-infused sci-fi adventure Tower of Fantasy now is officially available on Steam.

Why similar: Open World 44.1%, Massively Multiplayer 32.9%, Character Customization 23%