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Looking for games like ALife? Here are top casual simulation recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Idle Rat: Island Digger, Twinkleby or Fischer's Fishing Journey.

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  1. Idle Rat: Island DiggerDig. Discover. Relax. Always on top. Idle Rat: Island Digger is a cozy idle digging game about small progress, quiet satisfaction, and watching a tiny worker do its thing while you focus on whatever else you’re doing. A clever little rat has arrived on a peaceful tropical island, and beneath the sand lies a whole world waiting to be uncovered. Dig through layers of sand an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Rat: Island Digger.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 161 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 6 reviews

    Twinkleby is a cozy decoration game where you map out an archipelago of floating islands and build dioramas for a society of spacefaring Neighbours. Expand your collection, discover antique secrets, decorate, and when you change your mind – evict everyone and throw their furniture into space If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twinkleby.

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  3. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 186 reviews

    Put Fischer on your desktop as your ultimate study and work buddy. He'll fish quietly in the corner, taking care of it all—you just drop in occasionally to collect your rewards, unlock new fish, upgrade your rod, while enjoying that calming, healing atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fischer's Fishing Journey.

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  4. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 498 reviews

    Run a bathhouse visited by animals! Animal Spa is a relaxing simulation game that you can enjoy while doing other tasks, as it sits at the bottom of your screen. Place baths with different temperatures and rest areas to help a variety of animal friends unwind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maltese's Fluffy Onsen.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    96% User Score Based on 324 reviews

    My Koi, number 1 hit on the Mac App Store (Games), is a beautiful and relaxing fish pond app. Customise and name each fish. Feed them daily. Watch them grow. Collect new fish. Escape and Relax. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Koi.

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  7. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 2,215 reviews

    A cozy idle game that sits anywhere on your desktop. Watch the frog cut grass, upgrade his tools, and decorate the island while you work or relax. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ropuka's Idle Island.

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  8. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    90% User Score Based on 248 reviews

    Morels: The Hunt is an immersive gaming experience about mushroom hunting and photography while being surrounded in a beautiful, interactive nature and wildlife setting spanning across the United States. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morels: The Hunt.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 2,395 reviews

    "Equilinox", the low-poly nature simulation game that I'm currently developing in Java using OpenGL. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Equilinox.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 224 reviews

    WHIMSIDE is a cozy and relaxing collection game that sits at the bottom of your screen, keeping you company whether you're working, studying, or just kicking back and watching videos. Capture and create new species of Whimlings, then unleash your creativity by decorating your very whimsical space. Play at your own pace, and enjoy the relaxing escape that WHIMSIDE offers you throughout the day! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whimside.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 1,134 reviews

    UPDATES & ANNOUNCEMENTSWanna know about our development progress or future updates? Join our community and chat with us! Got issues like black screens, crashes, display problems, or save errors? Check the discussions for solutions. Thanks for all your support! About the GameTiny Pasture is your charming little farm simulator that cozies up at the bottom of your screen, keeping you compa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Pasture.

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  13. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 403 reviews

    MEET YOUR NEIGHBOURS About the GameYou’ve just moved into a new city. Your house’s a bit of a fixer-upper. You don’t know anyone yet. And somehow... that’s kind of exciting. Little Sim World is a 2D life sim made with love by an indie team who’ve always dreamed of building a cosy little world you could truly call your own. We surveyed over 10,000 hardcore sim fans to find out what they want… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Sim World.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    94% User Score Based on 7,075 reviews

    Chillquarium is a relaxing idle game. Buy fish and raise them in real time, then sell them to turn a profit! Customize your aquarium and fill your collection with rare exotic fish, and unlock ultra-rare color variants! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chillquarium.

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  15. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 809 reviews

    Using appropriate gardening techniques and your creativity, bring an abandoned plot back to life, and experience the joy and peace that cultivating your own garden brings. • ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES – In Garden Life, there's no miracle solution: your plants will only flourish with dedication, the right tools and appropriate gardening techniques! • DESIGN THE GARDEN OF YOUR DREAMS – Using the gr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator.

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  16. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 18,284 reviews

    G’Day! Get ready to start a new fair Dinkum life and build your new home out in the bush. Explore tropical eucalyptus forests, scorching deserts and cool billabongs on an Island inspired by the wild Australian outback. Take care of giant wombats, play with friends and get ready for a ripper time! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dinkum.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    50% User Score Based on 164 reviews

    Intelligent Design: An Evolutionary Sandbox is an abstract god game with fully simulated genetics and evolution. In a universe driven by targets, create, design and try to control an evolving ecosystem for a faceless corporation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intelligent Design: An Evolutionary Sandbox.

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  19. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 268 reviews

    Outlanders is a charming town-builder simulation game that lets you play as the leader of a group of regular people building a town together. Some want to survive, while others want to build amazing things. It’s up to you to guide them towards their goal. Take control of the will of a town leader and balance your resources carefully to lead the town to prosperity. Every choice you make directly a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outlanders.

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  21. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    97% User Score Based on 664 reviews

    Welcome to Fish to Dish: Idle Sushi! A laid back fishing idler that lives on your desktop, along the bottom of your screen, or just about anywhere else you'd like. Take a moment to ease your mind as you take in the sea breeze, and wait for a bite! In Fish to Dish, you're a fisherman taking to the seas to reel in weird and wonderful creatures of the deep, and then serve them up as sushi. All kinds … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fish to Dish: Idle Sushi.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Welcome to Discord About the GameInvite the Eggo to live on your and your friends' screens~ (ᐢ。•˕•。ᐢ)! Hang out with friends while your adorable Eggo keeps you company, making every day a unique day! Every “clack” of your keyboard is motivation for it to hunt for treasures! Here, you'll be Eggo's family, accompanying it through its entire life journey—from hatching, growing up, traveling, unti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eggo.

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  24. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 766 reviews

    Welcome to ISLANDERS: New Shores. Build your island retreat in a calm, minimalist world with exciting new features that keep the classic charm while inspiring fresh creativity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ISLANDERS: New Shores.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Welcome to Seclusa!Seclusa is a blend of casual photography simulator and cozy idle game where you can play as actively or passively as you want. Each area has been handcrafted to be highly ambient and immersive, whether you're photographing the local wildlife or relaxing by the fire as the sun sets. Snap PhotosGet your camera ready for a variety of East African wildlife as you take on phot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seclusa.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 13,391 reviews

    Tiny Glade is a relaxing free-form building game. Tap into the joy of making something pretty with no management, no combat, or wrong answers - just kick back, doodle some castles, and turn forgotten meadows into lovable dioramas. Explore gridless building chemistry, and watch the game carefully assemble every brick, pebble and plank, adapting to your whim. Draw a path through a building? A door … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Glade.

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  27. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    72% User Score Based on 58 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    Uncover a long forgotten garden, and help it grow anew to attract vegetable inhabitants and curious animal travelers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Garden Path.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    98% User Score Based on 2,162 reviews

    Discover, collect and organise to create your own unique garden in this relaxing idle / creative sandbox! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden Galaxy.

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  30. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 4,092 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 18 reviews

    A theme park management game with an aquatic twist. Design your displays, look after your fish, manage your staff and keep your guests happy! It's all in a day's work as the curator of your very own Megaquarium. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megaquarium.

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  31. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    87% User Score Based on 267 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    A calm and peaceful experience about growing tiny and lovely plants. Just relax, take care of your seedlings, and watch your dream garden come to life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden In!.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    97% User Score Based on 1,110 reviews

    Koi Farm is a game about playing with koi ponds. Explore an infinite number of procedurally generated koi patterns by crossbreeding your fish, and discover new mutations as you go along. Create beautiful koi through selective breeding, combine fish with interesting patterns and colors to refine them. Store the best koi as collectible trading cards, and let the koi book guide you towards new undi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koi Farm.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 540 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    Lose yourself in an endlessly satisfying puzzle game set in the midst of a mysterious forest world. Transform your garden by combining plants into strange new forms, and unearth deeply hidden secrets as you become engrossed in the game’s calming rhythm. Wander into the forest and help bring it back to life with the help of Fen, your creature guide. Evergarden may feel familiar at first, but you wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evergarden.

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  34. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    82% User Score Based on 326 reviews

    If you like jigsaw puzzles - this is your game. Sit back, relax and build puzzles to your heart's content. Infinite possibilities- Choose from one of the dozens of included puzzles or add your own images without any limits Classic mode - Jigsaw puzzles you know and love. Take your time and build the puzzle with the help of useful sorting features Sorting - Sort pieces by section, sort out edges, o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jigsaw Puzzles Infinite.

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  35. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 914 reviews

    Co-working just got cuter! On-Together: Virtual Co-Working is a digital third space designed to help you focus and stay connected. Work or study with your friends and strangers from all over the world! Features: Co-work with friends or strangers in a cozy virtual workspace. Play in fullscreen, on the side of your screen or in transparent sticker mode. Use productivity tools includin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to On-Together: Virtual Co-Working.

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  36. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 331 reviews

    Welcome to Midori no Kaori, an invitation to immerse yourself in a world of tranquility and creativity through the construction of your own Japanese haven of peace. Like a declaration of love to the serene beauty of Japanese gardens and the calmness of traditional restaurants, Midori no Kaori offers you the opportunity to create your enchanting Japan-inspired restaurant. Gameplay: In Midori… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midori no Kaori.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    84% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    Build a cozy cabin that feels like home. Travel to peaceful Retreats in changing seasons and weather, decorate at your own pace, and collect Keepsakes with gentle backstories. No grind. No pressure. Just nature, animals, and time to breathe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Log Away.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 13,221 reviews

    inZOI is a life simulation game where players step into the role of creators, shaping the world as they envision and witnessing the various stories that unfold. Through this immersive experience, we aim to inspire players to appreciate life as the profound gift it is—a journey that is filled with meaning at every turn. Step into diverse lives, brought to life with realistic graphics! inZOI fea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to inZOI.

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  39. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 2,119 reviews

    An enchanted shop sim at the edge of a magical world. Created In Loving Dedication To The Memory Of My Best Friend Teddy Bear. Welcome to Teddy’s Haven. Welcome to a cozy, magical shop simulator set on the enchanting island of Ursa. Run your store your way and sell what you harvest, craft, or discover. And enjoy the freedom to decorate freely across your shop, home, and the wilds beyond. Leve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator.

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  40. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    62% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Relax & Unwind  Settle in, make some tea, and build a home for the cutest dragons you’ve ever seen. Create and customize your Dragon Sanctuary! Grow crops to feed your dragons  Make sure to pet your dragons to help keep them happy!  Don't forget to give them a comfy place to sleep! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Sprouts.

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  41. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 4,071 reviews

    Cast n Chill is a cozy idle (and active) fishing game where you explore serene lakes, rivers, and oceans. Catch rare fish, upgrade your gear and reel in legendary catches - all with your loyal companion by your side. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cast n Chill.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    94% User Score Based on 152 reviews

    Solve puzzles by placing buildings and creating vibrant cities in River Towns. Each district has its own style and shapes, making every level a new challenge. Help to restore and rebuild our River Towns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to River Towns.

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  43. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 6,711 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 3 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hello Kitty Island Adventure.

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  46. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    93% User Score Based on 477 reviews

    From an uninhabited planet in space to an ecosystem full of life. In Planetary Life you will be able to shape a planet in the purest Sandbox Simulation style, playing with its mountains, seas and even its climate, to create the perfect habitat to harbor life. PLANETS Control a planet with the multiple tools available. Let the tectonic plates shape the mountains and seas, modify the climate, the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planetary Life.

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  47. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    91% User Score Based on 4,067 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 5 reviews

    Go solo or play with up to 4 friends and family members, this island is yours to discover!Begin your extraordinary journey in a humble old caravan and rise to the grand achievement of building a majestic manor that you can proudly call your home. Traverse the island solving quests and helping the locals through their struggles. Dangerous spider caves, ancient temples, mind-bending puzzles and hid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luma Island.

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  48. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 9,439 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 3 reviews

    Study, relax, or get productive in the cozy world of Spirit City. Set the mood with lofi beats and soundscapes, customize your character and spirit pet, and use the productivity tools to help you stay on task. All while discovering cute hidden spirits and adding them to your spirit collection. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spirit City: Lofi Sessions.

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  49. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 7,062 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 1 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Niche: a genetics survival game.

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  50. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Morels 2 is a relaxing adventure game about mushroom hunting and wildlife photography. Find as many morel mushrooms as you can while capturing photos of wildlife that you encounter, all while enjoying the sounds and experiences of nature surrounding you. Explore locations all around the world. You will get 100 days per season as you unlock locations along your journey and discover hunting secrets,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morels: The Hunt 2.

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