- #1 The Heroes Around Me
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 763 reviews2024
Dev: OKJOY
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The Heroes Around Me tells a story of a family of 3: the hard-working and quiet father – Nan, his daughter Lili, and their pet dog Sesame. Players will experience the harshness and warmth in the simpler time of the 1990s, where lots of stories are untold.
Why similar: Dogs 63.4% ★, Visual Novel 10.3%, Immersive Sim 6.9%, RPG 6.4%, Story Rich 3.8%
- #2 Hello Goodboy
96% matchVery Positive88% of 160 reviews2023
Dev: Rolling Glory JamPub: indie.io
Windows
A lost soul and his dog set out on an otherworldly trek through the afterlife in this wholesome, non-linear adventure game. Pass into the world beyond, perform acts of kindness for other souls, and mend mistakes from a forgotten past life - all with a very good boy by your side!
Why similar: Dogs 57.6% ★, Wholesome 13.4%, Cozy 11.2%, Cute 3.2%, Relaxing 3%
- #3 Koira
96% matchVery Positive93% of 352 reviews2025
Dev: Studio TolimaPub: DON'T NOD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save a puppy and embark on a heartwarming, hand-drawn adventure together. Journey to the heart of an enchanted forest, solving puzzles and avoiding hunters to protect your newfound friend.
Why similar: Dogs 38.9% ★, Wholesome 18%, Hand-drawn 6.6%, Hidden Object 6.4%, Stylized 4.7%
- #4 Farewell North
95% matchVery Positive95% of 652 reviews2024
Dev: Kyle BanksPub: Mooneye Studios
Windows · Mac
Play as a border collie and restore color to your human’s world in an atmospheric journey through the northern isles of Scotland. Explore land and sea, uncover hidden paths, herd animals and free wildlife to bring color back to her world, while revealing an emotional story about saying farewell.
Why similar: Dogs 60% ★, Narrative 11.3% ★, Stylized 4.5%, Relaxing 3.9%, Cute 3.6%
- #5 My Little Puppy
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,911 reviews2025
Dev: Dreamotion Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"There is a saying that when you depart from this world, the dog who went ahead will warmly welcome you." While spending time in dog heaven, Bong-gu the Welsh Corgi suddenly catches his dad's scent. Now, he embarks on a journey to meet his dad. Will Bong-gu be able to see his dad again?
Why similar: Dogs 74.9% ★, Stylized 4.3%, Cute 3.9%, Colorful 3.9%, Atmospheric 3.4%
- #6 Whisker Wanderlust: The Mosaic of Souls
94% matchVery Positive90% of 423 reviews2025
Dev: MEOW STORE GAMEPub: Gamersky Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Welcome to "Stray of Lost Cat", a story centered around a peculiar little feline. Follow the kitten's journey as it escapes the pursuit of "Meowdes" while collecting soul fragments, striving to reunite with its beloved owner.
Why similar: Wholesome 25.2%, Cozy 18.4%, Hidden Object 10.6%, Hand-drawn 7.5%, Relaxing 6%
- #7 Tell Me Your Story
93% matchMostly Positive73% of 107 reviews2024
Dev: RedDeer.Games
Windows
Uncover Grandma Rose’s extraordinary stories along with Amelia, all hidden in multiple cozy puzzles spread around the world. Dive into globetrotter adventures, discover granny’s treasures, and relax along the way.
Why similar: Dogs 36% ★, Wholesome 17.8%, Cozy 12.4%, Hidden Object 6.1%, Hand-drawn 6%
- #8 SIGNAL: Uncharted Lands
92% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: HmarkaTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a journey with four adorable explorers! Uncover all the secrets of a post-apocalyptic world, meet the future inhabitants of Earth and enjoy plenty of Easter eggs. Your choices will shape the game's ending, so choose wisely! Or try a second playthrough to catch all the fun moments!
Why similar: Dogs 64.3% ★, Narrative 11.5% ★, Visual Novel 6.2%, Hidden Object 5.3%, Cute 3.6%
- #9 Finding Polka
91% matchVery Positive100% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: lidlocksPub: PARCO GAMES
Windows
Set off on a playful search to track down the wandering pup Polka in this game of exploration and serendipity. Meet charming characters, lend them a hand to make new friends, and explore a cozy world sketched in ballpoint pen. You don't need words on this adventure, just smiles and high-fives!
Why similar: Dogs 33.4% ★, Wholesome 20%, Cozy 15.5%, Hidden Object 7.2%, Hand-drawn 5.8%
- #10 Paper Trail
91% matchVery Positive95% of 959 reviews2024
Dev: Newfangled Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Paper Trail is a top-down puzzle adventure about leaving home, set in a foldable, paper world.
Why similar: Wholesome 26.9%, Cozy 22%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Stylized 8%, Colorful 6.4%
- #11 Whisker Wanderlust: The Wondrous Journey
90% matchVery Positive92% of 290 reviews2025
Dev: MEOW STORE GAMEPub: Gamersky Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Embark on a leisurely journey through a kitten's eyes, where the world blossoms into a realm of magical whimsy. Whisker Wanderlust is here! Help the mischievous kitten (who just shredded their human's 376th yarn ball) collect treasures from distant lands♥
Why similar: Wholesome 27.6%, Cozy 21.5%, Hidden Object 13.5%, Relaxing 7.5%, Hand-drawn 4.9%
- #12 Puppergeist
89% matchVery Positive99% of 138 reviews2026
Dev: Serenity Forge
Windows
Journey through the Doggie Underworld in this heartwarming rhythm visual novel. Reunite with your lost Pup by connecting with other dog spirits, learning their stories, and lifting their moods through rhythm games full of charm and challenges!
Why similar: Dogs 50% ★, Wholesome 17.2%, Hand-drawn 7.1%, Visual Novel 6%, Colorful 4.9%
- #13 MELLOWOLLEM
89% matchVery Positive86% of 135 reviews2023
Dev: LuuuLuuuL
Windows
"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: Dogs 52.1% ★, Hidden Object 11.4%, Cute 7.4%, Relaxing 6.6%, Atmospheric 5.1%
- #14 Walk The Frog
88% matchVery Positive95% of 112 reviews2026
Dev: Walk The Frog
Windows · Mac
Guide Froggo through a world on sticky notes and relax while solving the puzzle of his journey home to find his best friend Buddy. Meet quirky animal friends, solve satisfying puzzles, help one another and relax in this cozy and heartwarming adventure with an intuitive drag-and-drop puzzle style.
Why similar: Wholesome 20.8%, Cozy 18.8%, Narrative 15.7% ★, Visual Novel 7.7%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
- #15 A Perfect Day
87% matchVery Positive85% of 1,828 reviews2022
Dev: Perfect Day Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Revisit and repeat the final moments of China's turn of the century in this narrative puzzle adventure. Play a 6th-grade student and greet classmates, explore secrets, play mini-4WD, or just wander around town. Make your choices to create a perfect day for everyone!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 17.2%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Stylized 13.1%, Puzzle 12.6%, Story Rich 10.8%
- #16 Dordogne
86% matchVery Positive92% of 1,612 reviews2023
Dev: UN JE NE SAIS QUOIPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Wholesome 26.9%, Narrative 22.9% ★, Hand-drawn 7.4%, Cute 6.3%, Stylized 6.3%
- #17 SANYA
86% matchMostly Positive76% of 221 reviews2024
Dev: helpnode
Windows · Mac
A playful narrative adventure about the warmth of fleeting childhood memories: about a little boy named Sanya, rescuing a stray puppy, making true friends, and engaging in many exciting adventures in a small town set in the achingly strange and nostalgic period of the 90s.
Why similar: Dogs 48.7% ★, Narrative 14.9% ★, Hand-drawn 7.2%, Puzzle 4.9%, Cute 4.8%
- #18 FIND ALL
85% matchVery Positive94% of 673 reviews2021
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Immerse yourself in an exciting adventure in Find All. You will have to explore the unique scenery of the city of the early last century. Look for hidden objects and color this mysterious painted world.
Why similar: Dogs 65.2% ★, Hidden Object 14.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Puzzle 4.1%, Relaxing 3.9%
- #19 Bangkok Story: A Stray Dog
82% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2026
Dev: Shameful Guys Development
Windows · Mac
A top-down 2D story-driven adventure game inspired by real-life events. Traverse and experience the life of a formerly homeless man through an interview of how he regained his sense of self by telling his past to a stray dog. Set in Bangkok, Thailand 2017.
Why similar: Dogs 59.2% ★, Visual Novel 9%, Story Rich 7.1%, Atmospheric 6.7%, Exploration 6.1%
- #20 Shanghai Summer
83% matchVery Positive90% of 452 reviews2024
Dev: FUTU StudioPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Shanghai Summer is an adventure game set in the millennium. Our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of "anomalies" over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from the past finally seem to converge. Will he be able to "fix" it for good?
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.5%, Hand-drawn 18.2%, RPG 17.2%, Cute 14%, Story Rich 11.9%
- #21 OPUS: Prism Peak
81% matchVery Positive93% of 1,190 reviews2026
Dev: SIGONO INC.Pub: SHUEISHA GAMES
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
OPUS: Prism Peak is a narrative adventure where you play as a weary photographer stranded in the Dusklands, traveling with a girl who's lost her memories. Together, you'll uncover the mysteries of this land through your camera and find your way home.
Why similar: Narrative 34.7% ★, Visual Novel 19.5%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Puzzle 9.9%
- #22 Short Trip
82% matchVery Positive98% of 303 reviews2024
Dev: Alexander PerrinPub: 2pt Interactive
Windows · Mac
A hand-drawn, interactive illustration about a scenic tramway, windswept mountains and cats with places to be.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 26.6%, Cute 18.4%, Exploration 17.5%, Adventure 13.7%, Relaxing 13.5%
- #23 Beyond the Sunset 斜阳下的彼岸
84% matchVery Positive93% of 169 reviews2017
Dev: 凝冰剑斩
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 30.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Jessica, our protagonist, used to be a noteless writer. However, everything changed after she encountered a stranger…
Why similar: RPG 29.7%, Visual Novel 28.5%, Cute 11.7%, Puzzle 11.6%, Atmospheric 8.9%
- #24 The Companion
84% matchMostly Positive74% of 121 reviews2021
Dev: David FazzioPub: Studio 46
Windows
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 32.3%, Cozy 22.9%, Stylized 7.9%, Cute 7.1%, Relaxing 6.6%
- #25 On Your Tail
81% matchVery Positive88% of 407 reviews2024
Dev: Memorable GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A cozy detective adventure where you play as a vacation-bound writer who stumbles upon an idyllic town plagued by an enigmatic thief. Crack the case in this charming seaside town, build relationships, and unravel secrets in a world full of quirky characters and heartwarming stories.
Why similar: Cozy 25.7%, Narrative 23.6% ★, Immersive Sim 11.3%, RPG 10.6%, Cute 7.1%
- #26 Gaucho and the Grassland
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 540 reviews2025
Dev: Epopeia Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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: Dogs 39.2% ★, Wholesome 23.1%, Cozy 19.5%, Relaxing 5.8%, Colorful 5.3%
- #27 Beacon Pines
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,465 reviews2022
Dev: Hiding SpotPub: Fellow Traveller
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure set within a mysterious book. Sneak out late, make new friends, uncover hidden truths, and collect words that will change the course of fate!
Why similar: Cozy 27.1%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Colorful 8.1%, RPG 7.8%, Hand-drawn 7.8%
- #28 Lost and Found Co.
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,812 reviews2026
Dev: Bit Egg Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lost and Found Co. is a hidden object adventure in a cozy and immersive world. Join a cast of lively characters on their epic journey across countless magical locations. Find lost items, solve puzzles, and help a tiny dragon regain her power!
Why similar: Wholesome 21.2%, Cozy 17.9%, Hidden Object 11.6%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Cute 6.5%
- #29 我在终点线等你
80% matchVery Positive92% of 182 reviews2023
Dev: DreaMory
Windows
一个讲述少年少女勇敢踏出追梦第一步的青春日常系故事。
Why similar: RPG 23.5%, Visual Novel 22.5%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Cute 10.3%, Colorful 9.7%
- #30 Insects Awaken
77% matchVery Positive89% of 468 reviews2025
Dev: HelloMeow
Windows · Mac
Insects Awaken is a puzzle visual novel set in the 1940s. It follows the story of Chen Shan, a young man entangled in espionage while defending his family and homeland. He embarks on a journey between the isolated cities of Chongqing and Shanghai, braving the chaos of war with his passion and youth.
Why similar: RPG 35.1%, Visual Novel 26.9%, Story Rich 15.6%, Adventure 10.9%, Casual 5.9%
- #31 Snowman Story
78% matchVery Positive94% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Odencat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bundle up and get cozy with this warm winter tale about one snowman's journey to the North Pole. Can he make it there before spring arrives?
Why similar: Wholesome 45%, RPG 19.9%, Puzzle 11.7%, Story Rich 7.8%, Adventure 7.4%
- #32 The Palace on the Hill
78% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: Niku Games
Windows · Mac
A heartfelt story of ambition, struggle, and friendship told from the perspective of a young boy in fictional 90s rural India. Explore ancient palace ruins, set up your garden, cook Indian food, run errands for quirky characters, and learn about your history by making art.
Why similar: RPG 32.8%, Exploration 14.7%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Relaxing 13.4%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #33 NOOK FALL: West Town
76% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2026
Dev: NarraTruth GamesPub: GCORES PUBLISHING
Windows · Mac
A charming yet fantastical town, where vitality and decay constantly collide. We hope that through interactions with characters and objects, and the sensory experience created by visuals and sound, you can connect with the emotions and charm of this little world of West Town.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.8%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, RPG 13.4%, Stylized 12.3%, Relaxing 11.4%
- #34 Project Homecoming Haven
75% matchVery Positive88% of 165 reviews2026
Dev: Toge Productions
Windows
Embark on a heartwarming journey as a home cleaning specialist.
Why similar: Narrative 40.4% ★, Visual Novel 11.6%, Relaxing 11.1%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Colorful 5.8%
- #35 walk
71% matchVery Positive100% of 265 reviews2026
Dev: bilge
Windows
it's about walking
Why similar: Wholesome 33.3%, Cozy 25.4%, Cute 7.2%, Relaxing 7%, Stylized 5.9%
- #36 HOLEHOLE
74% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2023
Dev: LuuuLuuuL
Windows
"HOLEHOLE" is a relaxed adventure game where players freely explore a map, collect objects, and assist residents through conversations. The game features a visual novel-style storytelling experience and allows players to progress at their own pace.
Why similar: Dogs 57.1% ★, Visual Novel 11.5%, Hidden Object 9.3%, Atmospheric 6.2%, Cute 5.3%
- #37 Whisker Wanderlust: Unwritten Chapter
72% matchVery Positive93% of 72 reviews2026
Dev: MEOW STORE GAMEPub: Gamersky Games
Windows
Wait... WHAT?! My human just vanished into a magic portal! The 3rd Whisker Wanderlust adventure begins! Explore a whimsical fantasy world, meet quirky new friends, and follow the clues to bring your owner home. May every kitty be loved! ♥♥♥
Why similar: Cozy 27.3%, Hidden Object 19%, Hand-drawn 7.7%, Story Rich 6.8%, Puzzle 6.4%
- #38 The Palace on the Hill Prologue
73% matchVery Positive98% of 125 reviews2023
Dev: Niku Games
Windows · Mac
A slice-of-life adventure game set in fictional 90s rural India. Explore ancient palace ruins, set up your garden, cook Indian food, run errands for quirky characters, and learn about your history by making art.
Why similar: Narrative 29.5% ★, Hand-drawn 15.5%, Immersive Sim 11.7%, Relaxing 11%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #39 Cat Island Petrichor
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: LuminousNotePub: Mango Party
Windows
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: Immersive Sim 23.5%, RPG 17.7%, Cute 13.6%, Exploration 12.3%, Atmospheric 11%
- #40 Snow Cone Serenade
73% matchVery Positive97% of 97 reviews2024
Dev: potion of midi
Windows
Snow Cone Serenade is a short and sweet liminal adventure. Choose your mood and roll the dice to succeed or fail in spicy situations. Enter a cursed snow world to save your sick dog, Jedediah. Unravel a mind-bending mystery to face your innermost fears.
Why similar: Dogs 52.1% ★, Visual Novel 12.8%, Story Rich 9.1%, Relaxing 6.8%, Atmospheric 6.7%
- #41 Adorable Adventures
70% matchVery Positive93% of 858 reviews2026
Dev: Wild Sheep StudioPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Play as Boris, a curious baby boar who must learn how to use his nose to reunite with his family after a forest fire. Explore beautiful landscapes, track scents, and uncover secrets as you slowly reconnect with nature in this cozy animal adventure.
Why similar: Cozy 20.4%, Relaxing 15.4%, Cute 14.4%, Atmospheric 13.2%, Exploration 12.7%
- #42 Over The Hills And Far Away
76% matchVery Positive86% of 208 reviews2015
Dev: WarGirl Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The War of 1812. Northwest Frontier. William Aubrey, a rogue redcoat of the once-glorious 41st Regiment of Foot, is on the run. Wounded and tired, he seeks shelter during a thunderstorm inside an abandoned barn. But when he gets there, he finds he’s not alone...
Why similar: Visual Novel 55.1%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Casual 13.7%, Indie 9.4%, Adventure 7.7%
- #43 Disillusion ST
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 554 reviews2024
Dev: Disillusion Dev
Windows
A strange journey throughout an elaborate labyrinth awaits, featuring hundreds of characters and happenings as you try to gather items that once brought happiness to others.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.5%, Colorful 18.5%, Cute 17.4%, Atmospheric 13.8%, Adventure 11.9%
- #44 Hollow Mind: The Lost Puppy
75% matchMostly Positive70% of 57 reviews2020
Dev: storkyproduct
Windows
A small puppy will have to fight with their fears and find all the positive memories, personified by soft toys, in completely different locations. Beautiful graphics, pleasant sounds, and interesting performance. Just relax and feel the atmosphere of adventure.
Why similar: Cute 41.4%, Adventure 21.6%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Indie 11.4%, Casual 10.4%
- #45 Forgotten Fields
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 102 reviews2021
Dev: Frostwood InteractivePub: Dino Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Forgotten Fields is a game about yearning and nostalgia. Play as Sid - a struggling writer who travels back to his childhood home one last time before it's sold off. Visit old friends, relive memories and play through sections of Sid's book in this warm game about the passage of time.
Why similar: Narrative 39% ★, Visual Novel 13.2%, Stylized 9.1%, Atmospheric 8.9%, Relaxing 8.9%
- #46 Little Friends: Puppy Island
71% matchVery Positive95% of 314 reviews2023
Dev: Big Blue BubblePub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Get ready for a pawsome puppy adventure in Little Friends: Puppy Island! Discover exciting locations, dig up hidden treasures, build and expand your holiday resort, and meet plenty of lovable little friends to care for on your very own un-paw-gettable, tropical island adventure!
Why similar: Dogs 67.6% ★, Colorful 7.9%, Cute 6.3%, Exploration 6.1%, Relaxing 3.7%
- #47 My Jigsaw Adventures - Roads of Life
73% matchVery Positive94% of 71 reviews2020
Dev: CCS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jump into an adventure and travel through fabulous hand-painted jigsaw puzzles! Play the way you want using different number of pieces, shapes and helpers.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.6%, Casual 15.2%, Relaxing 13.6%, Puzzle 13.3%, Atmospheric 11.7%
- #48 Cattle Country
70% matchVery Positive86% of 377 reviews2025
Dev: Castle Pixel, LLC.Pub: Playtonic Friends
Windows · Linux
Howdy partner! Welcome to Cattle Country, the Cozy Cowboy Adventure Life Sim. Become a determined pioneer traveling west to start a new life. Make a home in the mountains, take on bandits, discover dastardly plots, build a farm, develop your town, and make friends with fellow residents.
Why similar: Wholesome 36.6%, Cozy 29.1%, RPG 12.3%, Exploration 7.4%, Relaxing 7.4%
- #49 Whisper of the House
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,495 reviews2025
Dev: 元气弹工作室(GD Studio)
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Whisper of the House is a cozy game about organizing and decorating. You'll take on various tasks from the townspeople—helping them move, organize, and clean their spaces. In the process, your gentle touch might make a difference in their lives, and perhaps uncover some hidden stories...
Why similar: Cozy 31.3%, Hidden Object 16.1%, Relaxing 11.6%, Atmospheric 8.6%, Puzzle 8.5%
- #50 Night Stones
69% matchVery Positive94% of 296 reviews2024
Dev: Advance Nine
Windows · Mac
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 32.1%, RPG 10.7%, Relaxing 9.3%, Colorful 8.9%, Cute 8.9%
- #51 Cat at Home
68% matchVery Positive98% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: MeowsoftPub: Liquid Meow
Windows · Mac
This is a 2D side-scrolling puzzle game with a cat as the main character. The game takes place in a villa, where you play as a cat that has just entered the house. You meet animals with different personalities, solve one problem after another, and finally resolve the crisis at home.
Why similar: RPG 16.2%, Stylized 14.1%, Cute 12.7%, Puzzle 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.2%
- #52 SunnySide
71% matchMixed66% of 1,168 reviews2024
Dev: Aftabi Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Cozy 39.4%, RPG 16.7%, Exploration 14.4%, Stylized 14.3%, Story Rich 9%
- #53 Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature
68% matchVery Positive99% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: Dreamhunt StudioPub: Mindscape
Windows
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: Stylized 16%, Cute 14.2%, Relaxing 13.5%, Colorful 13.3%, Exploration 11.3%
- #54 Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,265 reviews2024
Dev: Hyper GamesPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Join Snufkin in this musical adventure about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley, protecting it from the industrious Park Keeper.
Why similar: Wholesome 19.9%, Cozy 15.9%, RPG 11.1%, Stylized 9.9%, Colorful 8.1%
- #55 FIND ALL 3: Travel
69% matchVery Positive93% of 532 reviews2022
Dev: Very Very LITTLE Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Look for hidden cats, raccoons, other animals and objects, color this painted world. You have to go on an exciting journey through different levels. More than 1500 items of varying difficulty are waiting for you!
Why similar: Hidden Object 32.6%, Relaxing 16.9%, Puzzle 13.6%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Adventure 7.5%
- #56 Yaoling: Mythical Journey
66% matchVery Positive90% of 3,506 reviews2025
Dev: RAYKA STUDIO
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Why similar: Cozy 27.5%, RPG 15.3%, Stylized 11.4%, Cute 10.3%, Relaxing 9.9%
- #57 Smushi Come Home
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 2,783 reviews2023
Dev: SomeHumbleOnionPub: Mooneye Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 28.8%, Cozy 25.3%, Cute 9.7%, Relaxing 8%, Stylized 6.8%
- #58 金泉风土记
66% matchVery Positive90% of 102 reviews2026
Dev: WETDOGS STUDIOS
Windows
Romance, comedy, and furrys— all wrapped in Diary of Summer Travel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47%, Adventure 15.9%, Colorful 14.1%, RPG 10.9%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #59 Silktrails: Cats in the grove
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Gallic Entertainment
Windows
Embark on Silktrails, a cozy, hand-drawn adventure from the world of "Silkgrove". Explore cozy landscapes and discover hidden cats in a beautifully illustrated world. Join the quest to find these elusive companions.
Why similar: Wholesome 29.8%, Cozy 22.6%, Hidden Object 13%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Puzzle 6.8%
- #60 Lost in Art: a Miniature Realm
65% matchVery Positive97% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: Archaic Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Explore the miniature universe filled with Eastern mythology, forgotten folk tales and surprising historical events in this puzzle adventure game. Step into real artworks, reveal mysteries by solving unique puzzles, and be the hero of the miniature folk.
Why similar: Cozy 24.6%, Hand-drawn 13%, RPG 10.4%, Relaxing 8.7%, Colorful 8.2%