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Games like Fish on the desktop

Games like Fish on the desktop

Games like Fish on the desktop

Looking for games like Fish on the desktop? Here are top casual simulation recommendations with a economy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Zen Aquarium, Ropuka's Idle Island or Missy's Bugtastic Little Planet.

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  1. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    92% User Score Based on 140 reviews

    Step into a world of serene underwater beauty with Zen Aquarium, the ultimate idle fish tank experience inspired by classic aquarium screensavers. No complex setups, no management stress—just pure visual enjoyment as a thriving aquatic world unfolds before your eyes. Watch Your Aquarium Come to Life New fish spawn and gracefully swim through your tank at regular intervals, creating an ever-evolvin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zen Aquarium.

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  2. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 2,483 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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  3. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Welcome to Missy's Bugtastic Little Planet, an idle game that can be placed anywhere on your screen while you work, study, or just want to relax! Customize!There are over 100 customization options to unlock, so you can make your version of Missy's planet look however you want! Place anywhere!Missy's planet can be resized and moved anywhere on your desktop, so that she can hang out with you witho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missy's Bugtastic Little Planet.

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  4. 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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    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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  6. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Cozy Sanctuary is a relaxing pet simulation game where you care for adorable animals living at the bottom of your screen. Grow their food, and keep them happy and fed to attract even more furry friends! They'll stay out of your way while you work or study, but don't forget to give them attention! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cozy Sanctuary.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Focus Grove isn’t just a game — it’s your companion for staying mindful, balanced, and productive throughout the day. Stay on top of things with focus and planning tools that help you organize your work, studies, chores, and all the small things in between. Complete your real-life tasks to unlock a whole world of rewards for you and your Woodlings. Discover new animals, countless hats and dresses,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Focus Grove.

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  8. 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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  9. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 7,402 reviews

    A relaxing idle-farming simulator that sits at the bottom of your screen while you do other things. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rusty's Retirement.

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  10. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 209 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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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 3,429 reviews

    VPet is a desktop pet software that supports various interactive. it is open source, free and support Steam workshops. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VPet-Simulator.

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  12. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 1,622 reviews

    Built from the ground up, Rock Life is the next generation of immersion and simulations. Live, do, and experience what it is like to truly become one with nature... as a rock! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rock Life: The Rock Simulator.

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  13. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 17,706 reviews

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Placid Plastic Duck Simulator.

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  14. A cozy aquarium where every fish is a collectible card. Open packs, watch your cards come alive in the tank, merge duplicates up to ★10 and complete a collection of 143 species, with plants, corals, seahorses and jellyfish. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARC Aquarium.

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  16. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    98% User Score Based on 579 reviews

    Lilith has returned from the fantasy world to become your desktop companion. Watch her wander freely across your screen with lively animations and dynamic real-time behaviors. Spend cozy everyday moments together as she keeps you company and eases the stress of daily life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The NOexistenceN of Lilith.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    99% User Score Based on 563 reviews

    Trading Cards & Achievements                Unlock 6 exclusive levels of closeness badges – from awkward to unbreakable                                                  Collect 10 Steam Trading Cards Get profile avatars. Show your style and progress with our unlockable achievement system. About the GameSome days, you open your computer, stare at the empty screen, and sigh. Eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to your sisters.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    99% User Score Based on 116 reviews

    Your very own kitty — right on your desktop! A cozy idle game where you pet, feed, and play with a fluffy friend to earn purr points. Spend them on hats, toys, and cozy spots to sit. With hundreds of customization items, you can create a kitty that's truly yours — always by your side. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pat the Cat.

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  19. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    96% User Score Based on 4,832 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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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    98% User Score Based on 566 reviews

    PomoFarm is half focus timer and half idle farming game! As Tomato the Duck, grow your farm as you focus on tasks in the real world! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PomoFarm.

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  21. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 1,700 reviews

    A game designed to help improve mental well-being by helping players build a daily habit of meditation. Every day you meditate, the game world grows and transforms. Build resilience to stress, experience calm and relaxation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Playne.

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  22. Earned Today is a cute and relaxing desktop idle piggy friend. Curious about a certain salary? Enter any monthly income you want to test and see how much it would earn per second. Watch income become visual, simple, and a little more fun. After entering your work hours and monthly salary, your little piggy will accompany you through the workday, showing how much you have “earned” today and how m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earned Today.

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  23. 89%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 5 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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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    98% User Score Based on 178 reviews

    Cozy Time provides you with a cozy environment to focus, relax or rest without being disturbed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cozy Time.

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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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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    A tiny, cozy idle fishing desktop companion about quiet progress, handcrafted islands, and stories hidden beneath the waves. Discover new species, upgrade your gear, customize your gears and let your fisher work peacefully in the background. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kernelbay.

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    40%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    54% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    The world inside your fish tank is a universe in miniature. Place it anywhere on your screen to transform your desktop from a place of work and study into a serene harbor for your mind. It's more than just a visual treat; it's your personal retreat. Zoom in and out seamlessly to admire your fish up close or to focus on your work. When the pressure of the day gets to you, why not take a short break… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idlequarium.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 216 reviews

    A mysterious algae infestation is spreading across the waters, threatening the fish population. Your goal? Rescue as many fish as possible before it’s too late! Customize You can style your frog however you like, with a wide range of outfits, accessories, and colors to create your perfect fishing buddy! Collect You can catch over 50 different types of fish – and with a bit of luck, you might even … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desktop Fishing.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Farm fish in idle mode, plant aquatic plants, and build a unique exclusive landscape! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Joyquarium.

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  30. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    96% User Score Based on 647 reviews

    Be a stone / rock / boulder. Do nothing. Just exist. Relax, meditate, and watch the seasons change in the most peaceful simulator ever. Ever wondered what it’s like to be a rock? Become an unflinching stone in a serene, ever-changing world. Survive centuries of seasons, weather, and absurdly mundane adventures. Grow moss, collect bird poop, and question your existence—Stone Simulator is the Zen me… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stone Simulator Just Be a Rock.

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  31. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 94 reviews

    Idler game inside an antique dream globe, build the small home and help the mini dream world grow If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dream Globe.

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  32. 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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    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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  34. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 4,013 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Play as an interstellar custodian sent to clean up a polluted ocean planet. Pick up trash, explore the vibrant waters, and take care of axolotl-like alien creatures! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loddlenaut.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 5,873 reviews

    Viridi is a simulation video game developed by Ice Water Games. It tasks players to look after a pot of succulents. While not fully realistic (they're very forgiving), your succulents will require some maintenance and can die from over- or under-watering. Name your favorite plants, give them special care and attention, and they might even flower for you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viridi.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    67% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Minimalist style game : plankton simulation, an electronic pet generated by math codes. Under your care it will slowly grow up and evolve. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plankton.

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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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  38. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    83% User Score Based on 248 reviews

    Meet Yumi, your adorable catgirl coworker. Whether you're working, gaming, or just spending time at your PC, she'll stay by your side throughout the day! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to With Your Coworker.

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  39. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    94% User Score Based on 278 reviews

    From the creators of the renowned Fish Farm series for mobiles: Aquascape your very own fish tanks on your PC. Featuring our latest 3D aquarium engine, you can enjoy the details of lifelike fish, plants, decorations, algae, etc. Topped with realistic 3D effects, your monitor becomes a fish tank. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator.

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  40. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    98% User Score Based on 1,324 reviews

    "Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chill with You Lo-Fi Story.

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  41. 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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    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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  43. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 215 reviews

    Rock Simulator 2 is a multiplayer, meditative idle game with many secrets to uncover. Begin your journey in the rocky tundra to relax and earn stones to unlock rocks, environments, ambients, or weather presets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rock Simulator 2.

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  44. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    67% User Score Based on 961 reviews

    Control a pond's ecosystem; experiment with what you can do and see what happens. Among Ripples is an ecosystem management simulator; you add different creatures to the lake and see how they... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Among Ripples.

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  45. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    76% User Score Based on 382 reviews

    Have you always wanted to be a king, but all the kingdoms are already taken? Try to be the Poop King in the Poop Clicker game! A magical unicorn, sweet corn and others will help you with this! Unlock special upgrades, but take your time, because haste makes waste! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poop Clicker.

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  46. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Try this simulation-casual game of The Perfect Garden , which gives you the opportunity to feel on your own skin what it's like to plant strawberries or clean up after you've had guests. Your mission is to do all the garden work on time and very good! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Perfect Garden.

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  47. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 796 reviews

    You play as a man turned into a ball and you need to steal all the gas from the forest at all costs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ukrainian ball in search of gas.

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  48. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    87% User Score Based on 149 reviews

    PC FISH’s New Season for Halloween New Seasonal Fish Are Coming Soon!The previous season has come to an end, but a brand-new season is already on the way! Get ready for a new season of PC FISH: Taskbar Aquarium, just in time for Halloween! The new season will bring 3 limited Seasonal Fish and 2 new regular fish for you to discover and collect. 3 limited Seasonal Fish available only during … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PC FISH: Taskbar Aquarium.

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  49. Cat Screen is a game about cats living on your desktop and taskbar! Collect, feed, play mini-games, win boxes, power up your cats, and participate in boss battles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Screen.

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  50. 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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