Games like life
Looking for games like life? Here are top simulation recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Thrive, The Sapling or LEGO Builder's Journey.
- 91%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsoptimization, story91% User Score 1,015 reviews
Thrive is a free, open-source game about the evolution of life. From the lowly tidepools of your home planet, you will rise to cosmic dominance. At every step, powerful creation tools and deep simulation mechanics will aid your species' development. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thrive.
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- 90%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplayoptimization, stability90% User Score 2,090 reviews
The Sapling is a simulation game where you design your own plants and animals, and put them in a world together. Or you turn on random mutations, and see what evolution does to your ecosystem! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sapling.
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- 80%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsreplayability, grinding81% User Score 2,468 reviewsCritic Score 82%7 reviews
Buy LEGO Builder's Journey on PlayStation Store, a poetic puzzle that takes place in a LEGO® brick world, with brick-by-brick effects and a beautiful soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LEGO Builder's Journey.
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- 45%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicgameplay, stability67% User Score 18 reviews
Sea of Change is my first game, developed solo on a very small budget (less than $300). It’s my best attempt yet, and while I wanted to add even more features, some things were beyond my current skill level. I had to put it out there or risk getting stuck in development forever. I truly appreciate any support. I’m already planning to expand on this with a sequel and create more games in the futur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sea of Change.
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- 95%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicstory, grinding95% User Score 627 reviews
Make miniature dioramas using hundreds of objects! Create a compact kitchen, a comfortable living room or a cozy nook to read books - the choice is yours! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MakeRoom.
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- 54%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicstory, stability54% User Score 225 reviews
This game is a prologue for Stellar Settlers full game, click to see on Steam! Stellar Settlers is a space-base building and colony sim game. With unique vertical and horizontal base-building gameplay, take control of a settlement, build your own thriving colony on 5 hostile planets. Earn profits, buy parts & build a better Starship, colonize even richer planets & REPEAT! In every new planet wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Settlers: Arrival.
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- 79%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, stability79% User Score 109 reviews
Build a home. Attract pets. Grow your world.Galactic Getaway is a wholesome life sim inspired by games like Viva Piñata. Settle into your own peaceful pocket of space and build a home that attracts adorable creatures. Every crop you grow, every decoration you craft, and every detail you put into your home determines who might arrive and who might choose to stay. Carve your very own slice of life… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Getaway: Build a Home for Pets.
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- 90%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, stability91% User Score 7,062 reviewsCritic Score 83%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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- 89%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, stability89% User Score 378 reviews
Jivana is a story-driven adventure game. Embody Aelis, a water priestess who uses her powers to open the path for her community, forced to flee after the appearance of a huge cataclysm. Explore the enchanting landscapes of Jivana, use your ability to manipulate water and lead your people to safety. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jivana.
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- 50%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplayoptimization, music50% User Score 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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