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 23.5%, Exploration 21%, Multiplayer 16.4%, Adventure 12.8%, Stylized 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same developers, this game shares the iconic non-verbal social interaction and atmospheric, emotional journey found in Sky.

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 39.3%, Online Co-Op 18%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Exploration 9.3%, Cute 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, social-focused life simulation game that encourages community building and relaxed exploration.

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 16.5%, Multiplayer 10%, Exploration 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique social experience that uses non-verbal communication and animal emotes to connect players in a shared wilderness.

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 12.2%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This underwater exploration game captures the same sense of serene, fluid movement and awe-inspiring discovery.

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: Another masterpiece from the creators of Sky that focuses on atmospheric, relaxing movement through nature.

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 20.3%, Cozy 19.5%, Exploration 18.7%, Cute 17.2%, Family Friendly 11%

Why You'll Like It: Features a beautiful, cozy open world where flight and exploration are the primary mechanics for discovery.

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 23.4%, Open World 13.2%, Cute 8.5%, Family Friendly 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, exploration-heavy adventure that focuses on movement and interacting with a charming, nature-filled world.

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 23.1%, Puzzle Platformer 21.4%, Stylized 13.9%, Exploration 12.7%, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world adventure that prioritizes exploration, discovery, and a distinct, artistic visual style without the need for combat.

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 22.7%, Open World 21.8%, Multiplayer 15.2%, Fantasy 12.5%, Exploration 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 'tiny' MMORPG that emphasizes social connection and atmospheric exploration over traditional combat-heavy progression.

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 26.1%, Exploration 21.3%, Puzzle 17.7%, Casual 16.5%, Atmospheric 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, atmospheric adventure where you explore a Nordic-inspired landscape as a spirit fox, focusing on environmental storytelling.

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%, Sandbox 16.3%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Cute 14.3%, Puzzle 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, open-world exploration game that focuses on fashion, relaxation, and charming interactions.

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 25.3%, Massively Multiplayer 24.2%, Emotional 15.1%, Sandbox 11.5%, Cute 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the kind, social, and cozy community aspects that make the player interactions in Sky so special.

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 41.2%, Open World 16.3%, Family Friendly 8.6%, Cute 8.6%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, open-world adventure that emphasizes exploration, social interaction, and cute, simulation-based gameplay.

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 12.7%, Sandbox 12.6%, Family Friendly 8.6%, Exploration 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A wholesome, cozy simulation game that focuses on world-building and exploring vibrant, magical environments.

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 12.5%, Cute 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-adventure that tells a heartfelt, emotional story through exploration and discovery.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Atmospheric 38.2%, Puzzle Platformer 26.2%, Puzzle 13.1%, Adventure 11%, Exploration 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A stunning, atmospheric platformer that uses color and music to tell a deeply emotional, non-verbal story.

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 31.3%, Sandbox 13.4%, Exploration 12.8%, Cute 9.4%, Family Friendly 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, open-world exploration game that completely removes combat in favor of crafting and discovery.

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 27.9%, Open World 13.8%, Family Friendly 11.8%, Multiplayer 11.1%, Cute 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, multiplayer-focused fantasy game that encourages cooperative exploration and discovery.

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%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, exploration-focused puzzle game that emphasizes cute aesthetics and non-linear 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 24.7%, Emotional 12.3%, Open World 12%, Character Customization 10.4%, Family Friendly 8%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed exploration game that captures a cozy, magical atmosphere perfect for casual discovery.

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 27.8%, Online Co-Op 16.3%, Character Customization 10.8%, Open World 10.1%, Family Friendly 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, casual simulation game that focuses on exploration and building in a charming, vibrant world.

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 19.6%, Open World 17.8%, Multiplayer 17.2%, Adventure 12.9%

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

Two lovers gave up everything and escaped to a lost planet to be together. Glide through a mysterious landscape, explore a fragmented world and fight against what’s trying to tear them apart in this RPG adventure about love, rebellion, and freedom.

Why similar: Open World 47.4%, Exploration 28.3%, Atmospheric 24.3%

Why You'll Like It: An adventure game that emphasizes the emotional connection between two characters while exploring a beautiful, alien world.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Open World 29.6%, Exploration 27.4%, Puzzle 17.3%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of exploration and discovery that encourages players to uncover the secrets of a beautiful, mysterious universe.

Experience the freedom of unbounded climbing as you take control of BUD, a procedurally animated robot on a quest to save his planet. Create your own path through an alien world as you control and ride a giant plant on a vertical journey to the stars.

Why similar: Open World 37.1%, Exploration 16%, Sandbox 13.8%, Cute 12.4%, Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique, physics-based climbing mechanics that make exploring its open-world environments feel rewarding and playful.

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 13.3%, Open World 10.4%, Multiplayer 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A family-friendly, massively-multiplayer game that focuses on social interaction, exploration, and cute animal customization.

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 43.8%, Massively Multiplayer 33.1%, Character Customization 23.1%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world exploration game with anime-inspired visuals that offers plenty of room for discovery and social play.

Step into the tiny metaphorical shoes of a Muri, entrusted with the important task of exploring, cleaning, and restoring a corrupted and decaying beach, one sparkling satisfying patch at a time, in this cute cozy mini-adventure - Project Shoreline!

Why similar: Cozy 31%, Open World 12.3%, Family Friendly 10.1%, Stylized 9.3%, Cute 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, exploration-focused adventure that prioritizes relaxing gameplay and cute, atmospheric environments.

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 26.3%, Multiplayer 24.1%, Character Customization 20.1%, Cute 17.6%, Casual 7.6%

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

Why similar: Character Customization 19.6%, Online Co-Op 18.3%, Multiplayer 18.1%, Cute 12.2%, Cozy 10.3%

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 25.6%, Wholesome 24.8% ★, Family Friendly 11.4%, Cute 10.6%, Open World 9.8%

Embark on amazing adventures, build lasting friendships or even find romance in this unique social game, where a welcoming community with thousands of devoted players await! Whoever you are, or whatever your heart’s desire, come express it in Mabinogi and start living your fantasy life!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 55.4%, Open World 12%, Character Customization 6.2%, Fantasy 5.9%, Adventure 5%

Why You'll Like It: A long-standing social MMORPG that emphasizes community, life skills, and a relaxed, anime-inspired aesthetic.

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

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 32.4%, Character Customization 23.5%, Online Co-Op 15.5%, Open World 9.2%, Multiplayer 8.7%

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 30.4%, Cute 16.3%, Stylized 14.2%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Fantasy 11.3%

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 12%, Character Customization 10.5%, Multiplayer 8.9%

Eterspire is a true free-to-play, cross-platform MMORPG where your skill and dedication define your progression! Play on PC and Mobile with crossplay, join a friendly and active community, discover new content updates every two weeks, and explore a massive world full of charming characters.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 38.4%, Online Co-Op 25.6%, Character Customization 22.1%, Fantasy 13.8%

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 21.2%, Online Co-Op 17.1%, Open World 11.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.8%, Sandbox 10%

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 18.2%, Exploration 10.8%, Family Friendly 9.7%, Stylized 8.9%

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 45.2%, Open World 12.1%, Sandbox 10.6%, Multiplayer 9.2%, Online Co-Op 6.6%

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 22.5%, Puzzle Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 7.5%, Puzzle 6.9%

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 22.3%, Sandbox 10.8%, Character Customization 9.6%, Family Friendly 7.3%

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 34%, Multiplayer 24.3%, Character Customization 12.8%, Adventure 10.3%, Cute 9.8%

Blue Protocol: Star Resonance expands the Blue Protocol universe with a vibrant MMORPG experience. Create your own hero, team up for strategic raids, or simply relax and have fun with friends fishing, crafting, and endless exploration. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 36%, Character Customization 18.4%, Open World 17%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Fantasy 10.6%

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 36.3%, Exploration 27.1%, Adventure 21.6%, Casual 15.1%

Battle, level up, and decorate freely—an endless fantasy adventure awaits

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 28.7%, Open World 18.5%, Character Customization 15.2%, Emotional 9.9%, Fantasy 9.4%

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 29.5%, Emotional 16.9%, Multiplayer 15.2%, Puzzle 15.1%, Cute 7.7%

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 10.6%, Cute 2.7%, Exploration 2.5%, Atmospheric 2.2%

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%, Character Customization 20.9%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Online Co-Op 14.7%, Fantasy 11.1%

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 28.5% ★, Cozy 23.6%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Open World 8.3%, Fantasy 6.3%

BOKURA is a two-player puzzle adventure game. Play as two boys who ran away from their homes and work together to take yourselves somewhere far, far away. Relive the friendship of your childhood through the journey of two boys.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 30.2%, Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, Emotional 16.2%, Multiplayer 12.2%, Cute 8%

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

Why similar: Stylized 35%, Exploration 29.3%, Atmospheric 20.1%, Adventure 15.6%

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 27.1%, Puzzle 18.2%, Cute 17.1%, Cozy 13.7%, Online Co-Op 11.9%

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 30.4%, Wholesome 29.2% ★, Exploration 7.6%, Cute 7.6%, Puzzle 7.4%

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%, Fantasy 17.8%, Exploration 16.3%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Multiplayer 12.9%

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 23.8%, Open World 12.8%, Stylized 7.3%, Cute 7%

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 9.8%

Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper.

Why similar: Wholesome 22.6% ★, Cozy 18.1%, Open World 14.2%, Stylized 10%, Puzzle 8%

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 12.9%, 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 22.8%, Emotional 19.3%, Stylized 14.1%, Exploration 13.2%, Atmospheric 11.6%