Games like Ambertide Bay

"Loddlenaut is a single-player, open-world sci-fi game where you clean up an alien ocean planet as an interstellar custodian. Raise and care for adorable axolotl-like creatures called 'loddles' while uncovering an intriguing story of a spacefaring mega-corporation's abandonment. With splendid visuals, masterful soundtrack, and various gadgets to unlock, Loddlenaut offers an emotional, immersive experience, though be prepared for some grinding."

In Critter Cove, you're tasked with restoring a once-popular tourist destination suffering from neglect. Explore the handcrafted open world, gather resources, and upgrade buildings to improve the town's rating and attract more tourists. Additionally, venture into the mysterious archipelago to salvage treasures, rescue critters, and uncover ancient technology. Your success hinges on your ability to balance exploration and town development.

"Coral Island" is a farming/life simulation game where you restore a coral reef and breathe life back into a forgotten island. Build your farm, grow crops, raise animals, and explore the ocean to learn about marine life. Engage with the local community, help them with quests, and uncover the island's secrets.

Two Point Museum: Explorer Edition lets you curate a unique museum filled with rare relics and exclusive exhibits sourced from adventurous expeditions around the world. Enhance your displays with custom decorations, interactive features, and special events while managing your team to uncover new treasures. Dive into a dynamic experience of exploration and exhibition.

MakeRoom is a charming single-player simulation game where you design cozy spaces using over 1,100 objects and custom furniture tools. With masterful graphics, an amazing soundtrack, and gentle design requests, it offers both guided and freeform building experiences. Despite being very grinding, it delivers good gameplay and a highly emotional sandbox journey.

Camper Van: Make It Home invites you to creatively design and customize your cozy camper van through block organization puzzles and interior decoration. Enjoy a relaxing, pressure-free experience as you arrange belongings and uncover surprises in each item. Progress by unlocking new vans to personalize and make your dream home on wheels.

"Plant Therapy" is a free-to-play cozy plant collecting game now available on Steam, with optional paid DLC. In the game, you build and decorate your own indoor garden in a New York City apartment, earning coins to buy more plants and decorations as you care for them. The downloadable version offers additional features including save functionality, a larger apartment, and a second neighborhood to explore upon purchasing seven plants.

"Before The Green Moon" is a serene science fiction farming/life simulation game where players create their own character and adapt to a small community's Wet and Dry seasons. The game features a 24-hour day/night cycle, real-time weather, and various activities such as farming, getting to know neighbors, and exploring the community. Relaxing gameplay and character customization make this a unique addition to the farming simulation genre.

"Dinkum" is a sandbox life simulation game set in a rural Australian town. Players must gather resources, grow crops, and manage their town while dealing with the quirks of the wild animals and unpredictable weather. Build and customize your home, make friends with the locals, and uncover mysteries as you experience the laid-back charm of Dinkum.

"Paradise Marsh" is a serene, narrative-driven game where you explore a procedurally generated wetland to solve the mystery of the fallen stars. Catch various critters, meet celestial characters, and discover hidden messages. With its calming atmosphere and no time limits, it encourages players to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.