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Looking for games like Desktop Digger? Here are top open world management recommendations with a fantasy and economy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Idle Rat: Island Digger, Misty's Idle Fishing or My Little Spider.

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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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  2. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    About this game:Misty's Idle Fishing is an idle desktop fishing game where you help misty on her journey to catch and research all sorts of fish from different islands across the world! Play on your desktop!The game sits anywhere on your desktop, and the idle gameplay means that Misty can catch fish while you get on with work, watch some videos, or do anything else on your pc! Explore 10 Locat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Misty's Idle Fishing.

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  3. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 194 reviews

    Adopt a cute pet spider that lives anywhere on your desktop! Team up to discover unique bugs, decorate their web, and unlock adorable spider hats as you work or relax. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Little Spider.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    A chill clicker-idle stars hunting and constellations creation game that sits in the corner of your screen. Feel free to daydream while you are working or doing something else. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spacenap.

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  5. 42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    48% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    A chill idle-mining sim that lives on your desktop. Dig rocks, collect gems, buy upgrades, feed your greed, and uncover shiny surprises while you do other things. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sin Slayers: Meat & Greed.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    98% User Score Based on 193 reviews

    Idle Waters is a relaxing idle fishing game that waits for you while you do other things. You can focus on other tasks while playing because it will stay at the bottom of your screen. You may zoom in or out, change the layout, resize the game view, move it around your screen, or hide it completely. Unlike other games, the fish waits for you! When you are ready, click on the game to catch the fish.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Waters.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    78% User Score Based on 235 reviews

    Embark on a heartwarming journey with Weyrdlets, where joy meets productivity. Adopt a lovable companion in this community-driven virtual pet simulator. Interact, decorate and bring joy to not only your gaming but also working experience. Experience adopting a unique virtual pet with quirky abilities. Just like in reality, engage in lifelike interactions - pet, grab, feed and play with your compa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Weyrdlets.

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  8. A relaxing idle digging game that sits at the corner of your screen. Work (or don't) while your best friend digs for items, collects treasures and unlocks new biomes and outfits. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What The Dog Doing?.

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  9. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    A charming and stylized idle desktop fishing game where your feline friend takes the spotlight. Unlock upgrades, maintain a detailed fish log, and personalize your island with delightful cosmetics to make it truly your own. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catfish Idle Pond.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Build a living pond where every fish has a unique genetic code. Breed for rare traits, balance oxygen and hunger, unlock new species, and watch your ecosystem compose its own soundtrack in real time. Part sim, part idle game, part science experiment gone beautifully wrong. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FishPond.

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  11. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Unlock a variety of birding spots! The docks, beaches, deserts, even rainforests… Each place has its own unique scenery, and new bird species to discover! Your Birding Area can be freely manipulated! Zoom, move, and arrange your favourite birding spot however you like — the birds will keep you company while you work. The Blueprint System is now live! You can save your builds, share them, and quick… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Birdwatching Notebook.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 121 reviews

    Little Aviary is a cozy idle bird collector that sits at the bottom of your screen! Hatch unique birds, sell them, decorate their home, then watch them fly around your screen and perch on top of your other windows! Designed to be played while you're doing other things, the game can be zoomed in/out and moved up/down so it doesn't get in your way. DISCOVER NEW SPECIESComplete your collection of ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Aviary.

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  13. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    93% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Catio Simulator is a casual incremental game in which you decorate a catio to attract cats. Pet your cats to get them ready for adoption, collect adoption fees, and upgrade your catio and petting ability! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catio Simulator.

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  14. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    My Taskbar Farm is a minimalist idle farming simulator for your taskbar. Perfect for playing while you multitask on your PC. Raise Farm Animals Start with a chicken and watch it lay eggs while you work. Unlock new animals as you progress, from adorable cows to fluffy sheep and truffle-hunting pigs. Automate and Build. Buy drones to help with gathering resources. Upgrade your little bots fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Taskbar Farm.

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  15. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    97% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Relax and grow! A laid-back idle game where you nurture mysterious plants (some even human-like!), watch them flourish, then sell them to expand your magical garden. Design your own unique oasis at your own pace.          If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desk Garden.

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  16. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 563 reviews

    Far Fishing is a short and relaxing fishing game. Set off on a journey to the edge of the world, catching a variety of fish and upgrading your boat along the way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Far Fishing.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 5,896 reviews

    Digseum is a short, unique incremental journey about digging up ancient relics and building the greatest museum ever! Excavate for ancient relics across the world Manage your resources and upgrade your abilities. Build the biggest and greatest museum the world has ever seen! Gameplay Dig up relics from a variety of locations Display them in your museum to attract visitors Acquire… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Digseum.

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  18. Nestled at your screen’s edge, a tranquil idle world unfurls as you go about your day. Plant gorgeous trees, look after adorable animals, and mingle with merry goblins - your forest keeps blooming in the background. Get in the grove with Twiggle’s Grove! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twiggle's Grove.

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  19. Nanoquarium is a real aquarium that lives on your desktop. Pop the tank out and the fish drift across your screen, swimming over your open windows while your clicks pass straight through to your work, or keep it tucked in a cosy corner, always on top. All the fun of a fish tank, none of the water changes. Built by someone who bred tropical fish for years, so every fish looks, behaves and breeds l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nanoquarium.

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  20. Welcome to your Tavern! A cozy focus tool where you pick a keeper to run the tavern while you work. Customize from floor to fireplace with 200+ items. Pomodoro, custom timers, and to-do list included. Productivity has never felt so magical! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tavern Timer.

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  21. 51%Game Brain Score
    83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    A desktop idle game, featuring adorable cats that chill at the bottom of your screen, keeping you company while you work, study, play, or relax. Collect toys and furniture to build a cozy home for your cats. Pet them, feed them, play with them or simply enjoy their presence. Interact with your catsYou can pet your cats or play with them using the toys. These interactions grant you Paw Points. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Purrfect.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    87% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    A minimalist city-builder that sits on the bottom of your screen! Gather resources, set timers, and decorate your town while you do other activities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktown.

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  23. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    100% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Peck peck peck! Keep pecking through endless dirt and uncover new underground biomes. Each area brings new materials, weird customers, and strange surprises. Excuse Me, One Gear Please! From brave adventurers to clueless peasants, they all descend into your underground smithy. One wants heavy armor, another insists on something enchanted and oddly specific. You can’t exactly say no, so you’d bette… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peckers.

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  24. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Welcome to Your New Cozy Corner! My Pocket Paradise is a relaxing farming and fishing simulator uniquely designed to live right on the corner of your screen. Whether you are working, studying, coding, or just watching videos, your little pocket world is always there to keep you company. Play solo at your own pace, or invite your friends to hang out, fish, and relax together in real-time online… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Pocket Paradise.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    87% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    A relaxing idle market simulator that sits at the corner of your screen while you do other things. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corner Market.

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  26. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 827 reviews

    Clean, mine and refine pollution in this active incremental game. Cruise through the countryside earning cash and resources, build a refinery, process materials, upgrade equipment, unlock new areas and complete quests. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sludgineers.

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  27. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    We wanted to create a desktop idle game that fits naturally into your day. —and thus, Typing Farmer was born! A Farm Goes Hand in Hand with Your Work! Your keyboard and mouse power the farm! Every keystroke and click helps your crops grow. As long as you're typing, your farm keeps working! Earn Coins and Unlock New Species Sell your crops to earn gold and unlock new plants to grow. A bountiful har… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Typing Farmer.

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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Mushrooms of all kinds—adorable, quirky, and even some with unique abilities—are spring up randomly on your computer! Collect and nurture them, then decorate with various objects to create your own cozy mushroom haven, keeping you company while you work, study, or simply unwind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mushroom Nook.

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  29. A cozy sandbox designed to accompany you as you go about your day. Take a break: relax, breathe, and create tiny worlds in glass. Grow plants, unlock new elements, and find secret combinations to summon special guests to photograph. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysarium.

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  30. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 111 reviews

    A charming little shopkeeper accompanies you at all times. Raise fish in your carefully designed aquariums. Once they mature, choose to keep them close for steady gold income or exchange them for instant rewards.Discover multiple themed aquariums filled with hundreds of hidden fish species and decors waiting to be uncovered. Enjoy a collection of over 10 sets of soft music accompanied by amb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy Aquarium.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    99% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    300+ lifelike bugs to collect and grow—breed them to unlock rare species! Customize your terrarium with 300+ landscaping items and 70+ backgrounds. A tiny, soothing nature escape on your screen! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bugtopia.

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  32. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    92% User Score Based on 59 reviews

    A charming and cozy idle game that sits anywhere on your screen, where you'll befriend your very own flock of adorable birds. Serve delicious snacks, discover each bird's unique preferences, and watch your cafe flourish! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cafe Cafe: Idle Bird Collector.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 633 reviews

    A cozy idle farming game, watch tiny guys do tasks around the terrace, expand, progress, and decorate your Tiny Terrace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Terraces.

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  34. Beat Paws Odyssey isn’t a game that takes your time— it stays with you while time passes. Every keystroke and mouse click breathes life into these adorable little creatures, fueling their journey around the world. They wander far to bring a touch of warmth and tenderness to your screen. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Paws Odyssey.

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  35. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 213 reviews

    Build and manage your cute cozy cafe while working studying or streaming. Farming and serving delicious dishes to adorable animal customer in your cafe on the bottom of your screen, all while you're working on other tasks and enjoying your day. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Not Monday Cafe.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 289 reviews

    Another sun-filled day begins in this cozy pixel-art adventure. Gather, craft, upgrade, and help the villagers revive the land. Can you rebuild the grand Sunspire and bring the village back to its golden days? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Suncraft.

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  37. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, story
    100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    A cute gecko lives on your screen! Capture bugs, keep them for special bonuses or sell them to buy upgrades and customize your gecko. Watch it wiggle while you work or play! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Gecko.

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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 252 reviews

    A creature collection game that sits at the bottom of your screen & fits easily into your routine. Whether you're working, studying, or relaxing, Whimside is always ready to offer you a cozy escape. Capture rare creatures, create new species & decorate your whimsical space! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whimside.

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  39. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    98% User Score Based on 4,475 reviews

    Take a deep breath and dive right into this cozy incremental game about a senior turtle trying to start a business selling jellyfish. Upgrade your equipment, explore biomes, and help your turtly village! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shelldiver.

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  40. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 2,649 reviews

    Tiny Aquarium is a real-time idle game, meaning the fish keep growing while you’re away – even when you’re offline! Be sure to check in regularly and see how your fishy friends are doing. Begin a relaxing journey toward building your dream aquarium. Hatch new fish, customize your aquarium, and interact with your friends. Create the aquarium of your dreams, and place it on your desktop as a compani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Aquarium: Social Fishkeeping.

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  41. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    71% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    ✨An aquarium right on your screen✨ Fish live on your desktop! Your desktop turns into a cozy aquarium where fish swim over your games, your work, or whatever you’re doing, bringing a gentle and playful vibe to your day. Designed for idle play, Desktop Fishes lets you enjoy a relaxing aquarium experience at your own pace. Your fishes will thrive even when you're busy doing other things ✨✨Fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Fishes.

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  42. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 220 reviews

    Book Bound is a cozy bookshop simulation game. Use a range of items to decorate your shop and make it truly yours. Pick the books you would like to sell. Help customers find books they want most. Sell books in different genres. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Book Bound.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 1,287 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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  44. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 492 reviews

    Build your own Super Mining Mech and explore the underground in search of new natural resources. Customize your mech with unlockable parts to dig deeper than ever - by yourself or with up to 7 friends in online co-op multiplayer! So, what are you waiting for? There’s mining to be done! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Mining Mechs.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Idle Fields is an Idle Skilling Game. Grow crops, cut trees, fish, cook, purchase animals, mine, smith, and decorate your homes! Automate tasks with workers. Unlock all the achievements, level up to become richer, and complete it all! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Fields.

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  46. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Micro macro farm is a small game designed to run while doing other stuff. Start planting seeds and watching them grow on your small garden, keep growing the farm and get yourself some gnome helpers to keep your farm going while you are focusing on other tasks. Harvest and produce items to gain money and experience. Level up to unlock new seeds and machines. Features: 15+ Seeds / Plants … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Micro Macro Farm.

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  47. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 266 reviews

    After the moon vanished, the fantasy game world of Settlemoon lays abandoned in darkness. Re-light the skies, provide rest and resources for travelling adventurers, and piece together what happened to the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Settlemoon.

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  48. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 1,763 reviews

    Luna's Fishing Garden is a cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luna's Fishing Garden.

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  49. Toby the rabbit hops across your desktop, digging up carrots on top of your open windows. A cozy idle miner who keeps you company while you work — upgrade, collect, and dress him up at your own gentle pace. No combat, no pressure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toby's Carrot Patch.

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  50. Click across three different sections of your farm to gather plants, catch fish, and befriend animals. A cozy idle/clicker game that sits anywhere on your screen and offers a chill grind. Collect, upgrade, and relax. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Click to Farm.

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