Games Like WolfQuest: Anniversary Edition

As a powerful Lynx, you will make your way through vast open landscapes. In the harsh tundra, you will raise and strengthen your cubs by mastering your skills for hunting prey. Do everything you can to prepare your little ones for the vicious entities dwelling in the wilderness.

Why similar: Nature 37.6%, Survival 31.2%, Exploration 14.8%, Simulation 12.7%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the emotional and survival-based journey of a mother animal protecting her offspring in the wild.

Experience the wild as a badger sheltering your cubs from harm. On your journey, you will be stalked by birds of prey, encounter perils of the night, cross fierce rivers, escape forest fires and face the looming threat of starvation. Food is to be found, but is there enough for everyone?

Why similar: Nature 21.5%, Life Sim 18.1%, Survival 16.9%, Open World 16.2%, Family Friendly 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric survival game that captures the vulnerability of nature and the necessity of protecting your young.

Explore the remains of a fallen world from fascinating perspectives! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights, dig underground as a mole or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Wolves 59.9% ★, Animals 24.1% ★, Nature 8%, Exploration 3.6%, Family Friendly 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Allows players to experience the world through the eyes of various animals in a beautiful, exploration-focused setting.

Niche - a genetics survival game is a turn-based strategy game combined with simulation and roguelike elements. Shape your own species of animals based on real genetics. Keep your species alive against all odds, such as predators, climate change and spreading sickness.

Why similar: Nature 24.4%, Education 21.5%, Survival 16.5%, Family Friendly 9.6%, RPG 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines survival mechanics with deep genetic simulation to manage a population of creatures in a harsh environment.

Survive your evolution in Neogene Africa starting 10 million years ago. Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey is a third-person open world survival game where you Explore, Expand, and Evolve to advance your clan to the next generation in the exciting new adventure from Panache Digital Games.

Why similar: Survival 16.4%, Open World 16.3%, Science 15.6%, Nature 14.2%, Immersive Sim 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique survival simulation that focuses on evolution, exploration, and the challenges of early life in the wilderness.

Discover an atmospheric hunting game like no other in this realistic, stunning open world – regularly updated in collaboration with the community. Immerse yourself in the single player campaign, or share the ultimate hunting experience with friends.

Why similar: Hunting 41.1% ★, Open World 11.5%, Nature 10.7%, Survival 7.6%, Immersive Sim 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the most realistic animal tracking and behavior simulation currently available for hunting enthusiasts.

Become the new owner of a hunting lodge nestled among gorgeous habitats and rich animal populations. Explore vast open world environments and hunt with a premium selection of firearms. Enjoy the perfect hunt on your own or with friends in co-op.

Why similar: Hunting 46.5% ★, Nature 13.7%, Open World 9.8%, Realistic 8.8%, Exploration 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features realistic animal behavior and tracking mechanics that reward patience and observation.

Saurian is a survival-simulation experience about living the life of a dinosaur. Starting from the egg, you must survive to adulthood amidst the perilous Hell Creek ecosystem of 66 million years ago, meticulously reconstructed with the help of professional paleontologists.

Why similar: Survival 31.4%, Open World 25.9%, Realistic 19.7%, Simulation 15.1%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly realistic survival simulation that focuses on the life cycle and ecological accuracy of prehistoric animals.

Experience fierce open world survival gameplay as you attempt to stay alive on an unforgiving island inhabited by dinosaurs! Hunt. Grow. Survive.

Why similar: Hunting 37.1% ★, Survival 20%, Open World 17.6%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Realistic 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A hardcore survival simulation that forces players to navigate the food chain as a prehistoric creature.

LIVE THE LIFE OF A WILD WOLF! As a two-year-old gray wolf in Yellowstone National Park, hunt elk and moose, find a mate, and then establish a territory and raise your pups.

Why similar: Hunting 19.6% ★, Science 9.7%, Life Sim 9%, Nature 8.6%, Education 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: The original foundation of the WolfQuest experience, providing the core simulation mechanics that started the series.

THE LONG DARK is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.

Why similar: Survival 47.3%, Open World 31.5%, Exploration 13.1%, Simulation 5.2%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the brutal, cold, and lonely survival experience of the wilderness that mirrors the intensity of WolfQuest.

Play as a dinosaur and become part of a player-created ecosystem! Beasts of Bermuda is a multiplayer game where players endure catastrophic storms and fearsome foes while growing to monstrous sizes. Do you have what it takes to survive in the Bermuda Triangle?

Why similar: Survival 34.8%, Open World 24%, Simulation 16.4%, Multiplayer 13.8%, Realistic 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the life cycle and survival of creatures in a multiplayer environment with realistic environmental stressors.

Live as your favourite african animal, choose between being a carnivore, herbivore or omnivore, predator or prey. In this multiplayer ecosystem, with a realistic open world, choose to become a lion, a elephant or even a swift gazelle! But remember, the savannahs law is to survive at any cost!

Why similar: Hunting 30.2% ★, Nature 13.6%, Survival 11%, Open World 9.5%, Online Co-Op 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on realistic animal survival and ecosystem interaction in a sprawling open-world environment.

Become a cat! In this cozy life sim RPG, you'll lead your colony into the mysterious Wildwood. Hunt prey, harvest herbs, collect magical treasures, & defend your new home from intruders. Build a thriving town to recruit new cats. Get to know the residents, fall in love, & raise a litter of kittens!

Why similar: Wolves 46.3% ★, Animals 26.2% ★, Life Sim 10%, Nature 7.7%, Family Friendly 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Blends animal life-simulation with social structures and survival elements in a charming, open-world setting.

Become iconic animals and fight for survival in the The WILDS. Finding food, water, and shelter will be the easy part, protecting your family from hungry predators and a harsh environment will separate the weak from the strong. Welcome to a uniquely immersive animal experience...

Why similar: Wolves 32.9% ★, Animals 17.5% ★, Hunting 12.3% ★, Life Sim 5.8%, Science 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world survival game that emphasizes the struggle for existence within a natural, untamed landscape.

Play as Animals, Live in Nature! Multiple game modes include Realistic Lifecycles, Survival, Sandbox, Fantasy and Exploration. Unique gameplay for each species! Currently featuring Monarch Butterfly, Praying Mantis, Jumping Spider and other iconic creatures. Mammals, Birds, Reptiles coming soon!

Why similar: Hunting 24.7% ★, Life Sim 12.6%, Science 12.2%, Nature 10.9%, Survival 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A detailed nature simulation that explores the life cycles of various creatures with a focus on ecological accuracy.

Hunt and eat other fish - simply, grow into larger beasts!

Why similar: Survival 35.8%, Open World 21.6%, Multiplayer 18.7%, Simulation 17.9%, Realistic 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A survival simulation that centers on the food chain and the growth of aquatic creatures in a dangerous environment.

Day of Dragons is an online creature survival game set in a large, beautiful, sandbox open world with multiple biomes and distinct creatures. Rule the world as one of several dragon species, or play as an elemental.

Why similar: Survival 19.6%, Open World 17.1%, Immersive Sim 13.2%, Multiplayer 11.1%, PvE 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-based creature simulation that allows players to experience the life cycle of a dragon in a multiplayer world.

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: Animals 31.7% ★, Open World 23.4%, Nature 14.2%, Multiplayer 11%, Exploration 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, social exploration game set in a beautiful nature environment that emphasizes non-verbal communication.

Become a cat! Cattails is a unique animal simulation RPG. Hunt for food, fight invading cats, explore to gather herbs, and socialize with other cats in an expansive open world. Get married and raise a family of kittens, befriend your neighbors, and learn to live in the dangerous wilderness!

Why similar: Wolves 36.2% ★, Animals 25% ★, Life Sim 10.4%, Nature 7.4%, Open World 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a lighthearted but engaging life-simulation experience centered on feline social and survival behaviors.

Plunge into the open-world survival simulation set in the extreme conditions of the uncharted Amazon jungle. Use real-life survival techniques to craft, hunt, fight, and gather resources, set a makeshift shelter, or raise a fortress. Survive alone or team up with your friends and challenge the jungle together.

Why similar: Survival 29.3%, Online Co-Op 19.1%, Open World 18%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Realistic 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: An intense survival game that emphasizes the unforgiving nature of the wilderness and the need for constant resource management.

Take on the role of park manager and design the ultimate zoo for nature's greatest creations.

Why similar: Science 38%, Education 30.3%, Simulation 17%, 3D 10.3%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: While management-focused, it offers incredibly detailed animal models and behavior systems for prehistoric life.

Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.

Why similar: Animals 28% ★, Nature 25%, Simulation 11.7%, Realistic 9.9%, Family Friendly 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers the most comprehensive animal behavior and welfare systems available in a simulation game.

The most realistic hunting experience awaits. Explore 12 reserves and hunt 45 unique species, ranging from waterfowl to big game. Over 100 weapons from state-of-the art rifles to bows. Customize your load-out with stands, blinds and dogs. Play alone or in multiplayer with up to 7 friends.

Why similar: Hunting 58.9% ★, Open World 12.6%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Survival 6.4%, Simulation 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A long-standing hunting simulation that offers a deep, realistic experience for those interested in animal tracking.

Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation.

Why similar: Open World 34.6%, Simulation 30.6%, Survival 14.3%, Multiplayer 13.4%, Singleplayer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-fidelity animal behavior and welfare systems within a detailed simulation framework.

Build your own Jurassic World. Nurture generations of dinosaurs with the series debut of juveniles, create and manage sprawling prehistoric parks around the globe, and let your imagination roar with powerful new creative options.

Why similar: Simulation 33.6%, Survival 32%, Open World 22.8%, Multiplayer 8.2%, Singleplayer 3.4%

The Cenozoic Era is a realistic animal survival game taking place during the rise of mammals, take control of a variety of animals and fight to survive among other players to reach the top of the food chain. Death, Destruction, Survival, Scavenge, Nature, Thrive, Conquer, Hunt. The Cenozoic Era

Why similar: Life Sim 26.3%, Nature 20.6%, Immersive Sim 18.7%, Realistic 11.1%, Exploration 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A survival simulation that places players in a prehistoric ecosystem with a focus on realistic creature needs.

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: Family Friendly 32.8%, Open World 30.8%, Multiplayer 21.5%, Simulation 15%

Place yourself at the heart of the Jurassic franchise and build your own Jurassic World. Bioengineer dinosaurs that think, feel and react intelligently to the world around them and face threats posed by espionage, breakouts and devastating tropical storms in an uncertain world where life always finds a way.

Why similar: Simulation 41.1%, Open World 26.3%, Survival 15.3%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Singleplayer 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The original park management game that set the standard for detailed dinosaur behavior and simulation.

Feel the thrill of the hunt and keep an eye out for the wild and wonderous species that are roaming the North American wilderness and the African Savanna. Hunt and display big game like Moose, and Cape Buffalo as well as, smaller animals and birds.

Why similar: Hunting 44.9% ★, Immersive Sim 12.2%, Simulation 10.5%, Online Co-Op 7.7%, Exploration 7.2%

Explore the acclaimed animal adventure in never before seen beauty! Slip into the role of different animals to uncover the fate of an ancient world. Dive into deep waters, fly at lofty heights or even climb steep cliffs with a mountain goat, there are lots of ways of getting around.

Why similar: Wolves 58.6% ★, Animals 23.8% ★, Nature 8.9%, Family Friendly 4.1%, Exploration 3.9%

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora™ is a third and first-person action-adventure game set in the Western Frontier. Reconnect with your lost heritage and discover what it means to be Na'vi.

Why similar: Open World 31.7%, Online Co-Op 21.9%, Multiplayer 15.6%, Exploration 10.7%, Immersive Sim 9.8%

Virtual Hunter brings realistic hunting to virtual reality. Pack your gear and put your hunting skills and tactics to the test in the open wilderness.

Why similar: Hunting 25.7% ★, Animals 17.3% ★, Life Sim 10.5%, Immersive Sim 8.4%, Nature 7.8%

Dive into the world of wild wolves and live your life as one of them! The best wolf RPG is finally here. Explore the amazing environment, develop your character and upgrade your skills to become the Alpha of your pack! Play with people from all over the World!

Why similar: Immersive Sim 30.2%, Nature 22.3%, PvE 16.2%, RPG 10.5%, Online Co-Op 8.2%

Begin your park ranger journey in Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator. Maintain trails, assist visitors, check permits and respond to emergencies. Explore diverse biomes and observe varied animal behaviors across a wide range of species.

Why similar: Life Sim 18.4%, Nature 17.5%, Open World 14.9%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Family Friendly 8.7%

Will you survive? Be the dinosaur and thrive in a prehistoric world designed to give a true dinosaur survival experience. Dinosaurs Prehistoric Survivors lets players live the life of a dinosaur in a prehistoric environment where players must learn to hunt and adapt in order to survive.

Why similar: Hunting 29.3% ★, Survival 13.6%, Open World 13.1%, Nature 12.1%, Realistic 7.6%

The Angler is an open world fishing game that can be played solo or with friends. Discover and catch a wide variety of unique fish species, from common to rare, on your journey to become a master angler.

Why similar: Hunting 28.3% ★, Nature 13.7%, Immersive Sim 11%, Open World 10.8%, Realistic 6.7%

Create your dragon, customize it, level it. Explore the world of Draconia and unravel its story. Draconia is an MORPG where YOU play as the dragon!

Why similar: Survival 23.7%, Open World 19.5%, Multiplayer 14.8%, RPG 14.4%, Simulation 13.2%

Wild Wolf is a survival-based game about a wolf's life struggle. You have to face the hunter by carrying the responsibility of the wolf.

Why similar: Open World 42.1%, Simulation 34.9%, Survival 22.9%

Welcome back to the heartwarming world of Animal Shelter 2! Provide a loving home for every four-legged friend in need – play with them, pet them, even dress them up! Get to know them and find them a loving family. Play with your friends and manage your shelter together in co-op!

Why similar: Life Sim 22%, Education 13.3%, Open World 11.2%, Multiplayer 11%, Realistic 11%

As the last mother fox on Earth, your cubs need all your care to survive in a merciless world that slowly destroys itself. You have to help them, teach them and save them. And you should never forget that extinction is forever – in the real world and in this 2023 BAFTA award winning experience.

Why similar: Nature 32.9%, Survival 27%, Open World 14.4%, Exploration 12.7%, Simulation 10%

Manage your own park facility in a huge open world in Park Ranger Simulator. Take on all the tasks that need to be completed as a park ranger - alone or together in cross-platform multiplayer! You have a variety of vehicles and equipment at your disposal to complete the challenges ahead!

Why similar: Hunting 27.4% ★, Nature 19.4%, Online Co-Op 13.3%, Multiplayer 8.8%, Simulation 7.8%

Immerse yourself in a prehistoric ecosystem brought back from extinction. Survive and carve out your niche on islands teeming with danger and opportunity!

Why similar: Life Sim 18.3%, Nature 14%, Immersive Sim 13.5%, Survival 12.3%, Open World 9.9%

Hunt wild animals across vast landscapes in an action-packed hunting FPS. Track your target, line up the perfect shot, and inspect every hit on detailed animal models.

Why similar: Hunting 38% ★, Nature 13.7%, Open World 12.2%, Survival 9.1%, PvE 7.1%

ARK is reimagined from the ground-up into the next-generation of video game technology with Unreal Engine 5! Form a tribe, tame & breed hundreds of unique dinosaurs and primeval creatures, explore, craft, build, and fight your way to the top of the food-chain. Your new world awaits!

Why similar: Survival 34.7%, Open World 31.7%, Multiplayer 16.2%, PvE 9.7%, RPG 5.6%

A realistic waterfowl hunting simulator set in the wild landscapes of Yakutia. Hunt ducks and grouse with birds driven by realistic AI instincts: flocking, feeding, hiding, and reacting to the environment. Use decoys, calls, wind conditions, and strategy. Created by hunters for hunters.

Why similar: Hunting 50% ★, Nature 13.5%, Survival 9.9%, Realistic 8.5%, Simulation 6.9%

With stunning, realistic horses, an in-depth breeding system, and a range of exciting game modes, Rival Stars Horse Racing offers horse fans the ultimate racing and riding experience. Take the reins and become an equestrian legend!

Why similar: Nature 22.9%, Immersive Sim 20.2%, Realistic 11.3%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Multiplayer 9.7%

Hunt humans, slay dinosaurs. It's chaotic prehistoric PvP, pick a side. Think fast, or you're extinct!

Why similar: Multiplayer 53.8%, Online Co-Op 40.4%, Singleplayer 5.8%

Survive in the wild nature by playing as an animal or as a human. Play as an animal and survive by your own or build a herd to stay protected. Have babies and protect them from predators. Play as a human and craft items, build a house, customize your character and more.

Why similar: Hunting 35.9% ★, Survival 16.1%, Nature 11.9%, Open World 11.2%, Realistic 8.7%

Dive into intense dinosaur hunting adventures with your friends. Complete hunting contracts for Preton Corporation. Gather rewards, improve your equipment and become a master hunter. Are you the hunter or the hunted?

Why similar: Hunting 36.5% ★, Immersive Sim 12.4%, Open World 11.9%, Online Co-Op 9.4%, Realistic 6.9%

Live as Bigfoot in a peaceful forest-life simulator. Fish, forage, build, and protect wildlife as the guardian of the woods. Create your own Bigfoot and live your best Bigfoot Life.

Why similar: Nature 22%, Survival 16.9%, Open World 16.2%, Immersive Sim 12.6%, Exploration 9.5%

You are a wild spirit who is capable of coming into existence as any animal in a realistically replicated forest, where rules of the wild prevail. Fight or Flight, Mate, Grow your Herd, Leave a Legacy. Here you must survive, using your wits, strength, bravery and cunningness.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Century: Age of Ashes is a free-to-play multiplayer dragon shooter. Master a growing roster of classes and dragons, compete in intense arena battles and rule the skies in fast-paced aerial combats.

Why similar: Multiplayer 54.8%, Online Co-Op 45.2%

Traverse a vast world as a young lynx cub. Paws – A Shelter 2 Game is a standalone, single player, adventure game with loss and friendship as its central themes. Venture out in the world and make your way home.

Why similar: Animals 45.4% ★, Survival 17.4%, Nature 15.5%, Family Friendly 7.5%, Simulation 6.6%

Take on the role of a brave courier rider in The Legend of Khiimori! Bond with your horse and tame the open wilds of 13th century Mongolia. Breed and train horses with specialized abilities to explore every aspect of this diverse and fascinating landscape.

Why similar: Nature 20.3%, Life Sim 19.6%, Open World 16.5%, Survival 15.5%, Exploration 8.8%

A 3D pet simulation where you raise your own personal hive of mutating dogs, physically simulated all the way down to their guts! Wobbledogs is a casual and chill sandbox for players of all ages who want to care for their very own virtual pets in a surprising, unique, and stress-free environment.

Why similar: Life Sim 48.3%, Family Friendly 21.1%, Simulation 17.4%, 3D 9.4%, Singleplayer 3.9%