- #1 Noel's Hope
97% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Valsidalv N
Windows
If you are interested in magic, dark and dangerous dungeons with traps and enemies, unusual islands, bright weather conditions, mysteries, stories, sea voyages on your own ship, hiding deep secrets through the ocean, then this adventure is for you!
Why similar: RPG 40.4%, Simulation 28%, Adventure 14.3%, Survival 12.4%, Indie 4.9%
- #2 Knights of Pen and Paper 2: Free Edition
96% matchMixed61% of 271 reviews2018
Dev: Kyy GamesPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Join the retro RPG world of Paperos - become a Knight of Pen and Paper in the newly revamped "Free Edition"!
Why similar: RPG 53.2%, Simulation 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Indie 5.6%
- #3 It comes from hell (Survive)
96% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Sudakarn Vivatvanichkul
Windows
In the spirit world, “Clare Davis” lived together with her mother. One day her mother was missing. Clare wants to Find her. But this world is dangerous when night time. She can’t find her with a weak body. She must get stronger to find her mother. Especially no one can live without eating food.
Why similar: RPG 53.2%, Simulation 35.8%, Survival 11%
- #4 Madhouse
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: DaRa Games
Windows
Play an orderly in a Madhouse and experience the totally normal daily life in a Madhouse.
Why similar: RPG 49.3%, Simulation 34.3%, Adventure 16.4%
- #5 Starlite: Astronaut Rescue - Developed in Collaboration with NASA
95% matchMostly Negative37% of 194 reviews2014
Dev: Project Whitecard Studios Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 10%
Experience the thrill of standing in the boots of a future astronaut on Mars in the world of Starlite.Participate with your crewmate in a single-player 20 minute mini-adventure that soon turns into more than you bargained for on the Red Planet.
Why similar: RPG 49.2%, Simulation 34.2%, Adventure 16.5%
- #6 Parachronism: Order of Chaos
93% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: NinjaVault
Windows
Parachronism is an action RPG with life sim elements set in a fantasy world inspired by Ancient China. Sent into the past and mistaken for the fugitive princess of a kingdom at war, embark on an epic journey to save time itself.
Why similar: RPG 46.8%, Simulation 32.5%, Adventure 15.2%, Indie 5.4%
- #7 Project J
94% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Mr iLyn.Pub: Mr iLyn. - Gamedev
Windows
Travel around on this mysterious island and craft items to defend yourself in this text based game.
Why similar: RPG 48.8%, Simulation 33.9%, Adventure 16.6%, Indie 0.8%
- #8 Rainbow Shadow Livestream
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moriko Games
Windows
"Rainbow Shadow Livestream" is a nurturing/simulation game where you play the role of a streamer. The ultimate goal of the game is to reach 10 million followers over a three-year cycle! You can choose your development path and unlocking your own unique story across multiple different endings!
Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Simulation 31.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Cute 11.3%, Indie 1.6%
- #9 The Frontier
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2016
Dev: Nikku Nomura
Windows
The Frontier is a blend between business simulation and survival, exploration games. Starting from nothing: explore, gather resources, craft items, and try to survive your world — all while building up your business empire and great fortune.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #10 Yerah
91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: DigitalWolfByte
Windows
Yerah is a indie farming game. You can build your farm, collect resources and process them, take care of your animals or send Warriors into adventures.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #11 Cross Border VR
89% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: KR
Windows
"Cross Border VR" is a VR Shooting game. In the game, you need to eliminate the remaining forces of armed elements in the border areas and regain the treasure!
Why similar: RPG 46%, Simulation 33%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 5.5%
- #12 Fantasy Up
89% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: UBUGOE STUDIO
Windows
Join Alf in "Fantasy UP!" in a world upended by a gravity-reversing Demon King. As Alf, ascend, gain experiences, and aim to defeat the Demon King. This RPG tests determination, with average completion of 30-60 minutes. Every fall strengthens you. Ready to climb, Alf?
Why similar: RPG 37.7%, Simulation 21.7%, JRPG 13.1%, Adventure 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #13 IMPOSSIBLE FIGHTER FROG
91% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: CREATIV GAME DEVELOPER LLC.
Windows · Mac
Be the hero of the day and save the city! Chaos is overthrown in the downtown, clean up the creatures of your super-evil enemy! Choose a character, try achieving the most points in time and making a new record!
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #14 Omina Mortis
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rhino Games
Windows · Mac
Omina Mortis – gothic thriller in medieval style. Omnia Mortis is a bold experiment in interactive fiction that is steeped in medieval aesthetics and symbolism.
Why similar: RPG 47.7%, Simulation 29.8%, Adventure 16.6%, Indie 5.9%
- #15 Crumbs for a week
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BreathlessCrab
Windows · Mac
Crumbs for a week is a non-linear casual adventure RPG about a girl searching for her missing rat. Join Daisy as she explores the town and its hidden spaces for clues. Convince her friends to come along as travel buddies or minigame competitors.
Why similar: RPG 38.3%, Nonlinear 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Exploration 12%, Cute 5.1%
- #16 Astrela Starlight
87% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Master Plan Multimedia
Windows · Mac · Linux
Astrela Starlight is a space adventure game where you can play more than 60 quests over 40 star systems. Solve the mystery of Lystran by interacting with NPCs to complete quests, mine, build spacecraft and stations, build and move planets, and build the Ecxos planetary station.
Why similar: RPG 48%, Simulation 30.1%, Adventure 16.1%, Indie 5.7%
- #17 Lost in Nature
88% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Moongate Digital
Windows
As a shipwrecked person, you are stranded on a beautiful and wild island. Collect resources and build structures like campfires and shelters to survive but be cautious - the raw environment is constantly challenging you! Are you ready for the adventure of your life?
Why similar: RPG 45.7%, Simulation 33.4%, Adventure 15.4%, Indie 5.5%
- #18 Rite of Life
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rebourne Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rite of Life is a life-sim RPG being developed for PC, Mac and Linux. It is heavily inspired by games such as Harvest Moon, Pokémon, Dark Cloud and Monster Hunter. It features a player-driven open world where you start with a small encampment.
Why similar: RPG 44.1%, Simulation 30.6%, Adventure 15.5%, Exploration 5.9%, Indie 3.8%
- #19 16 Planes:Return
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Deeber Studio
Windows
Why similar: RPG 46.3%, Simulation 32.2%, Adventure 16.1%, Indie 5.5%
- #20 A Second Chance
86% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Gamebringer
Windows
Inside these woods, which path will you choose to help your group survive ?
Why similar: RPG 46.1%, Simulation 32%, Adventure 16.3%, Indie 5.6%
- #21 Tales of Lazo
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: DYSTANT Games
Windows
Lazo is on a mission... but he needs help. Lazo is waiting for your commands to fight monsters, survive the deadly traps, win the battles, and collect all valuables.Write (literally) the Story of Lazo in command-line format, and the brave Hero will obey your instructions to make history.
Why similar: RPG 40.9%, Simulation 28.4%, Adventure 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Indie 4.9%
- #22 Warmada
83% matchMixed51% of 49 reviews2016
Dev: UUUU Interactive
Windows
Build your own capital ship and fight other player's creations in a procedural galaxy! Capture ships and build your fleet, unlocking upgrades and ship schematics! Explore the galaxy and build up your home station!
Why similar: RPG 45%, Simulation 31.3%, Adventure 18.3%, Indie 5.5%
- #23 Alien Squatter
79% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2019
Dev: A. Hagen
Windows
You are a homeless extraterrestrial living in a futuristic version of Japan. Struggle to survive in this new style of RPG.
Why similar: RPG 52%, Simulation 28.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Indie 5.5%
- #24 如果一生只有三十岁Before Thirty
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Giant Games
Windows
If you would die when you were thirty, What would you do? For almost all of us, we can only imagine. This game will take us to feel the experience of a virtual character, and to witness the rest of his life.
Why similar: RPG 57.1%, Simulation 42.4%, Indie 0.5%
- #25 The Lonely Gorilla
81% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2018
Dev: Funderground Games
Windows
Lead your troop as a silver back gorilla, raising a family in the harsh African natural environment. Compete with rivals and defend against predators while avoiding poachers.
Why similar: RPG 41.7%, Simulation 30.8%, Adventure 13.6%, Survival 9.1%, Indie 4.8%
- #26 ノンビリア(Nonvilia)
80% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Toshio Kamata
Windows
This game is in Japanese only.
Why similar: RPG 54.4%, Simulation 35.5%, Exploration 10.1%
- #27 Star Alliance
79% matchMostly Negative36% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: Dodo Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Choose your species, gender and career and join Star Alliance today! A RPVN (Role Playing Visual Novel) where you will become a Starship Officer and deal with dozens of different situations in a quest to explore ancient secrets and civilizations.
Why similar: RPG 47%, Simulation 31.9%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.3%
- #28 Tank battle
82% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: 黄金炫游科技有限公司
Windows
《Tank Battle》 is a tactical competitive game in which you need to collect resources, strengthen weapons and equipment, and eliminate opponents to survive in the end to win. Good luck, eat chicken tonight!
Why similar: RPG 46.2%, Simulation 32.1%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 6.2%
- #29 Fantasy Legend. The Frozen Century
71% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: chuxingPub: 糕薯科技
Windows
In this game, you will meet new companions on your journey and fight with them to explore the truth from a thousand years ago. The rich plot performance, vivid combat experience and various branch plots will allow you to deeply immerse yourself in that special world.
Why similar: RPG 37.3%, Simulation 27.3%, Adventure 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Exploration 9%
- #30 Heroland
78% matchMixed67% of 27 reviews2019
Dev: FURYU CorporationPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Looking for a magical getaway? Yearning to go on an epic quest? Excited about waiting in line for overpriced merch? Then grab a sword and your annual pass, because Heroland awaits!
Why similar: RPG 63.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, JRPG 10.6%, Cute 6.6%, Story Rich 5%
- #31 Lagoda Odyssey
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andreas Lund
Windows
Lagoda Odyssey is a turn-based RPG, made in a classic pixel-art style. Embark on an adventure across a vibrant world. Fight enemies in strategic, fast-paced battles. Collect resources through exploration, fishing, and mining.
Why similar: RPG 54.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, JRPG 13.1%, Exploration 10.5%, Adventure 6.5%
- #32 Record Life
77% matchMixed62% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: 创克游戏工作室Pub: 创克游戏联盟
Windows · Mac · Linux
Under certain conditions try to change your life. This is a simulation business game based on real life starting from scratch, to billionaires perhaps in a minute or a second A variety of occupations regular life cooking dating entertainment life goals disease and aging... Maybe we can live better.
Why similar: RPG 59.7%, Simulation 40.3%
- #33 SCP: One More Life
76% matchMixed71% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: ArdavilGames
Windows
Первая визуальная новелла по миру SCP: Foundation. Выживи в Зоне Содержания!
Why similar: RPG 44.2%, Simulation 30.7%, Adventure 15.1%, Indie 5.2%, Survival 4.7%
- #34 Spaceforce Rogue Universe HD
78% matchMixed60% of 55 reviews2015
Dev: Dreamatrix
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Spaceforce Rogue Universe HD is an action RPG space simulation game, with emphasis on key elements such as ship development, exploration of an immersive universe and freedom of choice. After the pilot leaves the starting zone, Spaceforce opens an almost unlimited space for exploration.
Why similar: RPG 61.2%, Simulation 38.8%
- #35 Pixel Life
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: willzgames
Windows
Pixel Life is a survival game of parenting and civilization building in which you can play as a ancient human and build your civilization with other players or by yourself. Live an entire life in few minutes.
Why similar: RPG 55.2%, Simulation 38.4%, Indie 6.4%
- #36 Project Abyss
77% matchMixed61% of 66 reviews2016
Dev: Tall Story StudiosPub: Prey Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Project Abyss is a deep sea adventure game where you explore as a diver, forced to survive a destiny that goes deeper than anyone imagined.
Why similar: RPG 40.4%, Simulation 28.1%, Adventure 14.8%, Survival 11.8%, Indie 4.9%
- #37 The Quest Giver
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: rest.less Games
Windows · Mac
The Quest Giver“ is a 2D Fantasy guild manager simulation, in which you create your own quests, and then send adventurers out to do them. Experience how much effort it is to create and assign quests, gather the knowledge you need, and to make the decisions adventurers won't.
Why similar: RPG 55.2%, Simulation 38.4%, Indie 6.4%
- #38 Prince Maker美少年梦工厂3:重生
73% matchVery Positive96% of 431 reviews2019
Dev: ALFAGAME
Windows
AlfaGame的美少年梦工厂系列第3代作品, 在架空奇幻世界的故事背景下 体验创新式多互动全性向育成结局的冒险游戏 玩家可以担任其它两位候选人的导师,了解他们的故事。并且可以亲自外出挣钱,养家糊口
Why similar: RPG 59.4%, Simulation 34.6%, Indie 6%
- #39 Wat A Life
75% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Deeber Studio
Windows
You can make a game in the game, play a game in the game, or even order a takeout in the game, or make an online shopping, cheer up and make money to fulfill your dream in the game
Why similar: RPG 43.9%, Simulation 31.6%, Adventure 14.7%, Indie 5.1%, Survival 4.7%
- #40 三和大神
76% matchMostly Negative40% of 48 reviews2019
Dev: Poorhub
Windows
三和大神模拟器,体验三和大神的挂逼生活,日结,上网,黑厂,开宝箱,大水,挂逼烟,挂逼机,瘫痪,海信大酒店,修车。
Why similar: RPG 59%, Simulation 41%
- #41 Life of a caveman
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: playlitedotnet
Windows
Live the colorful life of a caveman. Eat and interact with other cavemen in order to grow stronger and smarter. Once you are strong enough, become the leader of your group and guide them to safety; safety from things like the the beast that attacks at night and the other tribe that left tracks in your area.
Why similar: RPG 55.1%, Simulation 38.3%, Indie 6.7%
- #42 Asdivine Kamura
73% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Exe Create Inc.Pub: KEMCO
Windows
Take back a stolen world in the new saga from the acclaimed RPG series of Asdivine, this time based in a world reminiscent of ancient Japan!
Why similar: RPG 40.7%, Simulation 28.3%, Adventure 14.3%, JRPG 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #43 Armored Train
74% matchMixed50% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: NORSKA
Windows
Armored Train is a procedurally generated adventure. Feel yourself in the role of an armored train engineer in an unfriendly, evil and not forgiving world. Improve your armored train, engage in trade and fighting, learn the history of this gloomy world.
Why similar: RPG 40.6%, Simulation 27.2%, Adventure 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Indie 4.8%
- #44 异世江湖录(JiangHu Record Of Another World)
74% matchMostly Negative37% of 35 reviews2019
Dev: Hai ta ke Chong qing Technology Co.Ltd
Windows
Video 1 is recorded in the 3D game "JiangHu Record Of Another World", which has been updated to 3D version 0,5 in November. The game screenshots are shown in 2D and 3D. Publish the 3D release on STEAM every week.
Why similar: RPG 44.2%, Simulation 31.1%, Adventure 15%, Indie 5.2%, Survival 4.5%
- #45 Half Past Fate
71% matchVery Positive92% of 303 reviews2020
Dev: Serenity ForgePub: Way Down Deep
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Love is in the air, but work, life, and spicy Ramen keep getting in the way! From 8 hours to 8 years, this time-jumping saga will change the way you feel about fate forever.
Why similar: RPG 40.8%, Simulation 26.8%, Adventure 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Indie 4.4%
- #46 Nucvivor
73% matchMixed46% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: Team & Target Game Studios
Windows
Are you ready for a post-apocalyptic adventure? Nucvivor is one of the greatest independent games that has you fight to survive. You will feel Death breathing down the back of your neck as you fight against deadly incendiary radiation, hunger, thirst, cold and poisonous weather.
Why similar: RPG 40.1%, Simulation 27.9%, Adventure 13.5%, Survival 12.5%, Indie 4.8%
- #47 Warden
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Three Guys Game Studio
Windows
Play as a Warden, the sole protector of a small village from sadistic entities that come from the Mist. A simulation role-playing game most easily described as "The Witcher meets Stardew Valley"
Why similar: RPG 49.2%, Simulation 34.2%, Adventure 16.5%
- #48 Etheldia Pepper
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Etheldia
Windows
Etheldia Pepper is a monster taming RPG inspired by titles such as Pokemon and Final Fantasy. With sixty species of characters to recruit and open ended progression letting you choose which elder to fight and when, Etheldia is a short and sweet game with almost infinite replayability.
Why similar: RPG 64.9%, Adventure 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, JRPG 7.1%
- #49 夜孤城 · 何为侠义
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chumoran
Windows
"NightStar" is an independent and fictional work with the dynamic world and the feelings of the homeland.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #50 Last Days Motel
72% matchMixed44% of 116 reviews2019
Dev: 陌上科技
Windows
In the doomsday Hotel, you can experience the hard life in the waste Land World. Stick to hope in motel-based doomsday shelters and fight survival challenges such as hunger, thirst and lack of energy. Risking their lives to collect supplies, develop and build hotel shelters. Do everything possible to survive the cataclysmic world.
Why similar: RPG 42.8%, Simulation 29.7%, Adventure 14.4%, Survival 13.1%
- #51 The Longest Five Minutes
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 62 reviews2018
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A hero faces his greatest foe, the Overlord. But there's one problem: Why can't he remember anything!? In the midst of battle, his allies' words and the Overlord's taunting trigger flashbacks, slowly rebuilding his memories. Will our hero remember everything before he falls to the Overlord?
Why similar: RPG 65.8%, Adventure 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%
- #52 Curre
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ButterSword Studio
Windows
Gamemode: players can creat their own Casino throughout CREATOR mode, edit your map and upload it to the server. Other players will race in your space and run for freedom. With them racing, you can earn your own jettons, or lose them if they succeed.
Why similar: RPG 46.6%, Simulation 32.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #53 Hocus Potions
70% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Mikaila YoungPub: BoxCastle Games
Windows · Mac
A game about friendship and magic -- gather and grow ingredients, brew powerful potions, and help -- or hinder! -- the local townsfolk.
Why similar: RPG 56.4%, Simulation 37.4%, Indie 6.2%
- #54 I Became a Cat
62% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: TridentPub: JoyTree Studios
Windows
You woke up as a cat, can you find a way to be human again?
Why similar: RPG 42.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Nonlinear 13.9%, Adventure 13%, Cute 9.7%
- #55 Elise and the Spellbinding Marionette
57% matchVery Positive96% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: wagasibiyoriPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Elise is a small-town adventurer making a living completing quests posted in the town tavern. During a routine job, she finds a girl collapsed by the side of the road. Not one to leave a person in distress behind, Elise carries the girl back to town.
Why similar: RPG 44.7%, JRPG 20.2%, Adventure 17%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #56 The Rainsdowne Players
69% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2018
Dev: Steve O'Gorman
Windows · Mac
A creativity-driven RPG about a rundown theatre and pleasing its unruly clientele. Help the Rainsdowne Players become the premier (and only!) theatre troupe in town!
Why similar: RPG 46.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, Adventure 17.2%, Cute 11.2%, Indie 5.4%
- #57 Fantasy Gladiators
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: Fatherson GamesPub: Blue Mana
Windows · Mac
Enter the world of Fantasy Gladiators, where creatures span from the normal (Kings) to the unexpected (a tiny, murderous clown). You must carefully craft your dream roster and mercilessly take down your opponent. Every decision could make or break your entire dynasty.
Why similar: RPG 55.1%, Simulation 38.3%, Indie 6.7%
- #58 90° North
59% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Ambient Games
Windows
Survive a brutal three-day expedition to the North Pole. Gather wood, build shelters, manage cold, and make hard choices. Every decision matters in this intense, minimalist survival journey to the literal edge of the world.
Why similar: RPG 36%, Simulation 27.4%, Survival 13.5%, Exploration 11.5%, Adventure 11.5%
- #59 Corrupt
67% matchPositive91% of 47 reviews2018
Dev: Opendream
Windows · Mac
A 2017 Thailand's phenomenal anti-corruption mobile visual novel is now available on Steam for FREE! Face the real world-inspired corruption cases and experience the consequences by yourself. Developed and produced by Opendream and Khon Thai Foundation.
Why similar: RPG 53.1%, Simulation 40.4%, Indie 6.4%