Games Like Spirits

A unique blend of puzzle-solving and action-platforming. Play a lone Shiba Inu charged with commanding massive, marching crowds to the goal in Story Mode, or browse a wide array of user-made levels crafted via the in-game Stage Creator!

Why similar: Lemmings 88.6% ★, Puzzle 6.2%, Action 3.2%, Singleplayer 1%, Atmospheric 1%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully evolves the classic Lemmings-style unit-guiding mechanics with modern, large-scale puzzle design.

Take a deep breath and prepare for a tranquil journey through the seasons with Storm, an atmospheric, ethereal experience where you use natural phenomena to guide a simple seed to fertile soil so it can take root and spring to life.

Why similar: Indie 58.8%, Puzzle 41.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on manipulating natural elements like wind and rain to guide seeds to their destination, mirroring the core gameplay of Spirits.

Clones is a friendly, fun, and engaging evolution to the classic puzzle genre which includes robust internet-multiplayer and a built-in level editor.

Why similar: Lemmings 94.8% ★, Indie 2.8%, Puzzle 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct spiritual successor to the Lemmings genre that emphasizes creative environmental manipulation to guide your units.

Take control of five cute, mystical creatures of miniature proportions called CreaVures. CreaVures always travel in pairs, and they must use their special abilities to help each other solve interesting platforming puzzles.

Why similar: Indie 100%

Why You'll Like It: This atmospheric puzzle-platformer features cute, nature-themed creatures with unique abilities that must be used in tandem to progress.

Save the Dodos! We’re all familiar with the sad tale of the charming, yet unintelligent Dodo. But now you can prevent their heart-breaking tale of extinction! Guide the dodos through 100 challenging levels and save our avian dullards from extinction.

Why similar: Lemmings 78.8% ★, Puzzle 9.1%, Indie 6.6%, Cute 2.6%, 2D 2%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle game that requires you to guide a group of creatures through dangerous environments using limited tools.

World of Goo is a multiple award winning physics based puzzle / construction game made entirely by two guys.

Why similar: Puzzle 48.2%, Indie 25.9%, 2D 6.5%, Cute 5.8%, Strategy 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like Spirits, this game relies on physics-based environmental manipulation and a unique, atmospheric art style to solve puzzles.

Paper Trail is a top-down puzzle adventure about leaving home, set in a foldable, paper world.

Why similar: Nature 37.2%, Puzzle 18.4%, Indie 11.5%, Strategy 7.6%, Hand-drawn 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique folding mechanic that alters the environment to guide the protagonist, echoing the world-manipulation puzzles in Spirits.

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 39.5%, Cute 21.5%, Action 18.5%, Atmospheric 14.5%, Singleplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: You guide a swarm of small, helpful creatures through a vibrant world, capturing the same sense of scale and unit management found in Spirits.

Terra Nil is an intricate environmental strategy game about transforming a barren wasteland into a thriving, balanced ecosystem. Bring life back to a lifeless world by purifying soil, cleaning oceans, planting trees, and reintroducing wildlife, then leave without a trace.

Why similar: Nature 43.3%, Strategy 22.1%, Puzzle 14.7%, Relaxing 8.5%, Atmospheric 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A nature-focused strategy game that emphasizes restoring the environment rather than conquering it, matching the peaceful tone of Spirits.

An action adventure about a ghost’s journey through the afterlife. Possess enemies and the environment and fend off hostile spirits in pursuit of starry fragments from a past life.

Why similar: Puzzle 27.9%, Hand-drawn 25.7%, Action 16%, Cute 14.5%, Atmospheric 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that emphasizes exploration and gentle, nature-inspired mechanics.

Humor-filled indie adventure game created by the makers of Machinarium and Samorost.

Why similar: Nature 39.5%, Puzzle 16.2%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Cute 8.2%, Relaxing 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, nature-themed point-and-click puzzle game that shares the whimsical and atmospheric qualities of Spirits.

Become the spirits of the land, and defend the island from colonizing Invaders spreading blight and destruction! Your spirits work with the native islanders to increase your power and drive the invading colonists from your island in this strategic area-control game.

Why similar: Nature 54.4%, Strategy 26.1%, Indie 13.4%, 2D 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep strategy game centered on nature spirits defending their home, sharing the thematic focus on elemental power.

More than a game, Autumn is a relaxing place for spiritual learning and growth with a soothing atmosphere. There are no time limits, no enemies to defeat, no goals to reach… except the ones you set for yourself. Relax, learn, grow… and enjoy Autumn.

Why similar: Puzzle 28%, Indie 19.2%, Strategy 14.8%, Relaxing 13.7%, Cute 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, nature-themed puzzle game that captures the seasonal aesthetic found in the seed game.

An atmospheric 2D puzzle platformer made using real photos and videos from New Zealand's native forest. Become a seed that can possess different plant creatures with unique abilities. Solve the obstacles in your way to discover the secrets of the Seedlings.

Why similar: Nature 53.9%, Relaxing 11.4%, Puzzle 10.8%, Indie 10.5%, Atmospheric 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing puzzle-platformer that focuses on nature and atmospheric exploration.

A puzzle game in which you guide quirky animals through portals in the woods. But watch your step, they all move at once!

Why similar: Nature 38.3%, Puzzle 24.1%, Cute 11%, Relaxing 10.3%, 2D 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, turn-based puzzle game that emphasizes careful movement and environmental navigation.

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: Puzzle 36.1%, Indie 19.1%, Cute 14.1%, Relaxing 13.3%, Atmospheric 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A poignant, atmospheric puzzle game about guiding lost souls, which aligns perfectly with the thematic core of Spirits.

In Brushwood Buddies, an unusual puzzle game, adorable creatures will enlist your help to craft various items as they journey through forests, grasslands, and villages! Discover tons of recipes, and find clever ways to manage inventory space and resources while keeping your buddies happy.

Why similar: Indie 39.8%, Puzzle 34.5%, Cute 12.2%, Relaxing 10%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, indie puzzle game that features charming characters and gentle, logic-based challenges.

A charming puzzle platformer starring Filo and his band of misfit clones as they attempt to save a world threatened by an ancient, malevolent evil. Using their combined powers, Filo and his fellow Me must puzzle their way through a land of exotic creatures, devious traps and evil minions.

Why similar: Lemmings 78.1% ★, Strategy 6.9%, Indie 4.8%, Puzzle 4.7%, Action 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that involves managing multiple clones to solve environmental puzzles.

Samorost 3 is an exploration adventure and puzzle game from the award-winning creators of Machinarium and Botanicula. Travel across space to nine unique worlds teeming with colorful challenges, creatures and surprises to discover, brought to life with beautiful artwork, sound and music.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 26.1%, Puzzle 22.4%, Relaxing 13.5%, Cute 10.2%, Atmospheric 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal and atmospheric puzzle game that relies on interacting with nature-inspired environments to progress.

An adorable and relaxing open world puzzle adventure for monsters who love to learn about humans!

Why similar: Puzzle 32.6%, Strategy 29.8%, Cute 12.5%, Relaxing 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, nature-themed puzzle game that rewards creative thinking and environmental interaction.

An interesting irregular puzzle game featuring beautiful plant illustrations. Come and relax with this game!

Why similar: Nature 47.4%, Puzzle 23.3%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Cute 6.8%, Relaxing 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A nature-themed puzzle game that requires strategic placement and logic to succeed.

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: Indie 24.2%, Hand-drawn 20.3%, Atmospheric 19.8%, Puzzle 14.6%, Relaxing 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: An emotionally resonant, atmospheric platformer that uses color and nature to tell its story, much like the visual style of Spirits.

Restore the balance of nature.

Why similar: Nature 40.6%, Puzzle 23.7%, Indie 16%, Atmospheric 7.8%, Strategy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking, atmospheric puzzle game that focuses on connecting elements within a natural setting.

Nurikabe World is a relaxing logic puzzle game where you solve puzzles by creating islands and connecting rivers to create beautiful sceneries. Experience different landscapes and seasons, solve puzzle campaigns and create your own levels.

Why similar: Nature 33.9%, Strategy 22.3%, Puzzle 17.6%, Indie 11%, Atmospheric 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A logic-based puzzle game that provides a relaxing, casual experience similar to the pacing of Spirits.

After falling into a hole, this Chicken finds herself on a journey to find her chicks. Solve puzzles and make a safer path for the chicken to complete this journey.

Why similar: Strategy 43.9%, Puzzle 19.8%, Cute 10%, Relaxing 7.5%, Indie 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-puzzle game that tasks you with creating a safe route for a character, mirroring the path-finding elements of Spirits.

Relaxing Forest Clicker. Play as a sprite, solving puzzles with unique abilities. Experience an atmospheric woodland aesthetic and a calming environmental tone. It is a rewarding journey from casual clicking to strategic mastery.

Why similar: Nature 48.4%, Puzzle 21.5%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Relaxing 9.6%, Atmospheric 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A nature-themed puzzle game that emphasizes exploration and gentle, point-and-click mechanics.

Travel to the mystic lands of Mononino and help the Treefruities to recover the lost leaves of their home tree. Search for clues to master the many puzzles and challenges on your journey.

Why similar: Indie 58.3%, Puzzle 41.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, atmospheric puzzle game that focuses on exploration and environmental interaction.

The gameplay in Toki Tori is a blend of two genres. While it looks like a platform game, it's a puzzle game at heart. To progress through the game, the player must pick up each egg in a level using a set number of tools.

Why similar: Puzzle 55.7%, Indie 25.4%, Cute 8.1%, 2D 4.3%, Action 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that requires careful planning and item usage to guide a cute protagonist through levels.

Hue is a vibrant, award-winning puzzle-adventure, where you alter the world by changing its background colour.

Why similar: Puzzle 48.8%, Indie 37.3%, 2D 9.7%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle game where changing the background color alters the environment, similar to how you change the wind in Spirits.

Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?

Why similar: Indie 41.2%, Action 30.1%, 2D 20.8%, Singleplayer 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it shares the atmospheric, spirit-themed aesthetic and exploration focus.

Assemble legendary Spirits and defend against the endless hordes of Hell. A tower defense where you must shape the battlefield and create a maze using the three Hellements. Use Fire, Lightning, and Wind tiles to trap your enemies, or augment your defenses.

Why similar: Strategy 54.8%, Action 20.7%, Indie 17.5%, Singleplayer 7%

In this cute and colorful survivors-like, summon an army of tiny Chuminis to battle waves of forest demons. Each Chumini has its own movement patterns: it's up to you to manage this merry mess to create an unstoppable force!

Why similar: Nature 41.4%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, Action 10%, Cute 9.9%, Relaxing 8.9%

Hey human, we've got problems! This town is crawling with troublesome spirits, and you're the only one who can see them. You'd better get that old bathhouse up and running, maybe that'll help them chill out!

Why similar: Relaxing 57.5%, Cute 15.7%, Singleplayer 14.1%, 2D 12.8%

SotSF is a turn-based rogue-like game with deck-building elements, in the aesthetics of Mesoamerica and transhumanism. Position yourself on the battlefield, build and utilize various combinations of abilities to defeat the mysterious spirits of the Silicium Forest. Has “Story” and “Roguelite” modes.

Why similar: Strategy 73.9%, 2D 18.5%, Singleplayer 7.6%

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: Nature 51.3%, Action 27.6%, Atmospheric 12%, Indie 5.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%

Welcome to Cozy Grove, a game about camping on a haunted, ever-changing island. As a Spirit Scout, you'll wander the island's forest each day, finding new hidden secrets and helping soothe the local ghosts. With a little time and a lot of crafting, you'll bring color and joy back to Cozy Grove!

Why similar: Relaxing 32.6%, Cute 24.8%, Atmospheric 15.6%, Indie 12.8%, 2D 10.5%

Wield the awesome powers of Enril the wind spirit to guide and protect young Toku through this unique platform adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle 44.6%, Indie 27.4%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Singleplayer 12.3%

Enter an ancient spirit world as a lost spirit and meet a dragon who needs your help. Explore three different, peaceful areas and collect runestones while moving forward with your rope. Look for the way towards the top of the mountain. Only you can save the forest and the soul of the dragon’s owner.

Why similar: Cute 61.1%, Atmospheric 35.3%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.

Why similar: Nature 38.6%, Hand-drawn 18.6%, Indie 17.1%, Atmospheric 11.5%, Relaxing 10.1%

Seasons After Fall is a 2D platform-puzzler game that will let you dive into a captivating universe and explore a land governed by magic and nature.

Why similar: Indie 24.7%, Hand-drawn 19.7%, Puzzle 17.6%, Cute 11.2%, Atmospheric 10.5%

How to Say Goodbye is a beautiful narrative puzzle game inspired by picture books. Reorganize the environment and solve puzzles to help a group of ghosts on their quest to finally move on.

Why similar: Puzzle 36.7%, Relaxing 16.5%, Cute 16.5%, Atmospheric 12.8%, 2D 12.4%

Explore a lovingly crafted world with all its odd inhabitants as you experience the ethereal realm and deliver messages to the spirits. Make your mark in the wordless narrative - with a Tiny Echo.

Why similar: Puzzle 20.3%, Hand-drawn 19.4%, Indie 17.9%, Cute 11.6%, Relaxing 10.6%

Take the lost soul to its home.

Why similar: Indie 33.7%, Action 28.2%, Cute 18%, Atmospheric 8.3%, 2D 7.6%

Guide your puddle of fluid through a vast range of environments and puzzles!

Why similar: Puzzle 38.5%, Indie 37.9%, Action 23.6%

Hunted by anxiety, you exiled yourself to a lonely mountain inhabited by a ghost and his regrets.

Why similar: Nature 45.6%, Hand-drawn 14%, Cute 11.4%, Relaxing 10.7%, Indie 9.6%

Embark on a casual, botanical-puzzle-adventure. Make friends, learn new skills, solve puzzles, and become the mighty oak that you were always meant to be.

Why similar: Strategy 28.1%, Indie 24.5%, Puzzle 21.1%, Hand-drawn 18.1%, Cute 5.3%

SPIRITS OF BACIU - PROLOGUE is the enigmatic adventure of a mysterious cat-like spirit who suddenly awakens in the dark forest of Baciu. Join him on this strange journey and meet many spirits that inhabit the forest. Help him to solve puzzles and to find his way through the forest.

Why similar: Puzzle 44%, Hand-drawn 25.5%, Indie 14%, 2D 13.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Spring Falls is a puzzle game about water, erosion, and watching things grow. Manipulate the landscape and bring wildflowers to life on a peaceful mountainside.

Why similar: Puzzle 39%, Indie 32.4%, Relaxing 16.4%, Atmospheric 12.2%

99 Spirits is an RPG/Puzzle game that revolves around the popular Japanese folklore of Tsukumogami, everyday objects coming alive on their 100th birthday.

Why similar: Puzzle 39.5%, Indie 34.6%, 2D 11.1%, Cute 7.5%, Singleplayer 7.3%

In Where is my Heart? you play the story of a family of forest spirits. The family lives comfortably in a tree in the woods until one day they lose their home and thus embark on a great adventure. Their journey will take them through the mushroom caves and even deeper down to the lifeless crystal pools and back up into the mountains.

Why similar: Indie 52.8%, Puzzle 47.2%

"A MIRROR PUZZLE" is a puzzle game. Players will play as a water droplet spirit, through the use of various magic mirrors to control the symmetrical growth of plants or the position of certain scene elements change, overcome numerous difficulties, and finally reach the destination

Why similar: Puzzle 48.9%, Strategy 30%, Indie 15.5%, Singleplayer 5.6%

Growth is a cozy, hexagonal-grid based soft-strategy game. Explore and populate a procedurally generated world by utilizing unique abilities of animals. Growth blends the beauty of cozy exploration with challenging navigation around obstacles.

Why similar: Strategy 34.8%, Puzzle 23.1%, Nature 21.2%, Relaxing 10.1%, Indie 5.9%

You are a druid preparing the forest for winter. Traverse the paths at your own pace, meet the animals, enjoy the music, all wrapped in a peaceful roguelike experience.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 35.4%, Relaxing 27.4%, 2D 20.6%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Indie 6.5%

Unveil the mysteries of a beautiful ancient world in this breathtaking 3rd-Person Adventure, a sequel to the acclaimed ‘Spirit of the North.’ Take on the role of an isolated fox with a raven companion on a quest to restore the lost guardians and return home.

Why similar: Nature 31.1%, Puzzle 25.2%, Indie 18.6%, Relaxing 11.7%, Atmospheric 9.4%

Guide a flock of birds on a playful journey across the sky.

Why similar: Indie 86.2%, Relaxing 13.8%

Set out on a mystical adventure of self-discovery against the backdrop of fantastical landscapes of The Tower. Meet its dwellers and unravel their stories. Manipulate spirits to solve puzzles, and lead Ina on her path to freedom.

Why similar: Puzzle 37.3%, Atmospheric 20%, Indie 17.3%, 2D 15%, Singleplayer 8.4%

Accompany the spirit of a Pharaoh reincarnated as a hieroglyph on his final journey. Help him understand the circumstances of his death and overcome the obstacles of his tomb. Will you uncover the identity of his murderer?

Why similar: Puzzle 21%, Strategy 20%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Indie 14%, Relaxing 8.6%

Be a stone Golem and try to save Nature with the help of an adorable Fox! Reconnect ancient sources of energy in environmental puzzles. Discover secrets from a lost civilization and save animals on an emotional quest in a cozy, colorful world.

Why similar: Cute 31.8%, Relaxing 30.6%, Atmospheric 22.9%, Singleplayer 7.9%, Indie 6.7%

Welcome to the Voodoo Garden! You're owner of a little hut in a bustling swamp. With the help of little spirits you can earn powers and gold by producing various voodoo supplies.

Why similar: Indie 27.4%, Cute 16.1%, Relaxing 15.2%, Strategy 11.4%, 2D 11.3%

Spirit City: Lofi Sessions is a gamified focus tool, set to a soothing lofi soundtrack. Discover and collect Spirits, customize your cozy virtual space, and facilitate your real-life tasks with a collection of handy features designed to improve concentration and ease stress.

Why similar: Relaxing 38.5%, Cute 27.7%, Atmospheric 24.5%, Singleplayer 9.3%