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Games like Palettopia

Looking for games like Palettopia? Here are top casual city builder recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tiny Glade, Islands & Trains or Townscaper.

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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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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    90% User Score Based on 317 reviews

    Build Islands. And Trains. No goals, no timer, no stress. Just build, relax, enjoy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Islands & Trains.

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  4. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    77% User Score Based on 52 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

    Dive into Planetiles, where strategy and creativity converge. Build and transform barren planets into flourishing worlds. Outwit natural disasters, develop vibrant habitats, and navigate complex challenges. Embrace a boardgame-like depth with thoughtful If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planetiles.

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  5. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    86% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    An easygoing simulation game about creating tiny garden dioramas. Use a wide selection of plants, decorations and tools to build and nurture the garden retreat of your dreams. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Garden.

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  6. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Pocket planet is a simple puzzle game where you can place tiles on a hexagonal grid. Tiles differ in shapes and colors; place trees to create hills, rocks to create mountains, sand to create deserts, and much more! Every level will require you to create different beautiful environments, get a star for every objective completed! Try to get all the stars on every level! [This project is still i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Planet.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    97% User Score Based on 2,283 reviews

    Dystopika is a small city-builder inspired by cyberpunk and the wanderlust of cities that never sleep. Place buildings, giant billboards, and towering holograms, working in harmony with procedural generation for landscape, traffic, and lights to create your own future metropolis rich with vibes and ambience. Escape to your own little dystopian dreams (or nightmares). No goals, no objectives, no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dystopika.

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  8. In Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll, you'll journey alongside Suming to encounter mysterious beings shaped by Chinese landscapes and classical poetry. At its core, the game offers free-form hex-tile placement, enriched with light roguelike elements and deep exploration. Play at your own pace, pause whenever you like, and shape a landscape that is uniquely yours. Unlike traditional city-building gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Qianli: The Vastscape Scroll.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    In Cozyrama, you can create the perfect world just the way you imagine. Start from its shape, then pick the right color and have fun with decorations. Would you like to build a cozy village or a colorful garden? The choice is yours! There is no time limit and no competition. Immerse yourself in a beautiful and imaginative world that feels like a warm hug. Watch cute animals wandering around, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cozyrama.

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  10. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 418 reviews

    Preserve is a puzzle nature-building game that takes players on a journey into a harmonious ecosystem. The objective is to foster and sustain a thriving and diverse biomes, where each component coexists in a symbiotic harmony. By utilizing strategic thinking and a keen eye for balance, players are granted the power to position a wide array of plants and animals, curating an environment that caters… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Preserve.

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  11. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Cosmotiles turns planet terraforming experience into a minimalist strategy game. It offers a simple game mechanic. At the same time, provides enough depth for challenging and rewarding experience for seekers. You have to place blocks on planet. A block is a group of tiles with a same biome. Placing a block is scored based on surrounding biomes in non linear fashion! One more tile will increas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmotiles.

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  12. 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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  14. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Why Made This Game:* Craving the fun of city building without the burden of remembering complex building functions. * Busy with work and study, unable to devote long hours to extensive games. * A pure building experience, without dealing with the daily issues of virtual citizens. 《Shanshui Haven》 is a casual building placement game, every player can easily engage and enjoy the joy of building to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shanshui Haven.

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  15. 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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  16. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 9,797 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 16 reviews

    ISLANDERS is a minimalist strategy game about building cities on colorful islands. Explore an infinite number of ever-changing new lands, expand your settlements from sprawling villages to vast cities and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ISLANDERS.

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  17. Restore Life Through CreativitySoftscape is a relaxing first-person sandbox builder where you transform barren spaces into peaceful living gardens. Start with dry, forgotten plots. Route water through the land, shape the ground, paint natural terrain, place paths, add edging, choose your plants, and decorate each space in your own style. There are no timers. No pressure. No rush. Just the quiet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Softscape.

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  18. About my game Tiny Terra Spaces is a cosy, slow-paced builder where you create your own charming medieval island, placing each building with care. With a variety of handcrafted structures to choose from, you can bring your vision to life at your own pace. The first planned theme takes inspiration from the beauty and history of Scotland, letting you craft a miniature world steeped in old-world cha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Terra Spaces.

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  19. My Tiny Landscape is a minimalist colorful landscape builder. Bring procedural archipelagos back to life by placing biomes and regrowing a vibrant landscape tile by tile. Strategize to leverage placement rules and maximize your score, or simply enjoy a relaxing peaceful experience. Paint the terrain and place natural elements to grow a beautiful landscape tile by tile Discover many biomes orga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Tiny Landscape.

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  20. Find your flow in Maze Infinite Puzzle a cozy, endlessly replayable maze puzzle. Navigate procedurally generated levels with a gentle, reset-anytime difficulty, optional hints, and Top-Down/2.5D views. No timers or combat just relaxing play and Steam Achievements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze Infinite Puzzle.

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  21. 50%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    DISCORD About the Game Craft. Relax. Repeat. A cozy puzzle-builder where every tile breathes life.Build a living mosaic — where settlers chat, animals play, and your choices ripple across a world that feels alive. No battles, no stress… just endless zen creativity. Until your kingdom sings… or crumbles. Then rebuild, better. Puzzle Meets Playground Like meditative construction set for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harmonis: the hand-made kingdoms.

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    Stack quirky buildings skyward in this charming city builder! With limited space, the only way is up. Place structures, complete objectives, and unlock new possibilities. Express your creativity, relax, and watch your absurdly wonderful town reach new heights! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dorpie.

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    After things don’t quite work out in the big city, you return to your small hometown. Once lively, it now feels a little faded and forgotten. In that stillness, you discover something unexpected: a new passion. Room by room, space by space, you clean, paint, and gently restore the sense of community that once filled these streets. Hozy is about slowing down. There are no timers, scores, penal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hozy.

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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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  26. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 1,778 reviews

    A tiny building game about beautiful lived-in houses. No rules or restrictions, just pure creativity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUMMERHOUSE.

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  27. A relaxing puzzle city builder where you expand colonies on all sides of asteroids. Balance three core stats while placing buildings with proximity synergies. Plan efficient layouts, build train networks, and watch your settlements bloom in space. BUILD SMART Buildings gain different costs and rewards depending on what surrounds them. Maximize their effectiveness while keeping your resources ste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroScaper.

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  28. Tiny Kingdoms is a peaceful building game where you draw cards to place new tiles and grow your kingdom. Each tile brings new terrain, buildings, or people to your land. Choose carefully to expand your map, support your villagers, and create a world that works together. Every turn is a new piece of the puzzle. Strategic Tile PlacementCarefully plan your kingdom's layout. Each hexagonal tile offer… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Kingdoms.

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  29. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 105 reviews

    Unleash Your CreativityStep into Outside the Blocks, the ultimate playground for builders and creators who want to express their artistic side in a relaxing, stress-free environment. Forget about objectives and pressure—immerse yourself in the pure joy of creation. Innovative Building ToolsCraft stunning, one-of-a-kind structures with our unique modular architectural block system. Whether you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outside the Blocks.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    96% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    please wiƨhlist another home (diorama) on  STEAM!!! it'll have many qol changes and includes pretty much everything you've been suggesting these weeks, i hope you'll like it!!!No goals, just head empty and just decorate~ Since this is still slightly lacking on a few essential furniture, i’m constantly adding new furniture and other placeables on a monthly bases to make up for it~ You’re welcome … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to diorama.

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  31. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    91% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    While away the hours on the sunkissed shores of your own tiny paradise! Tranquil isle is a minimalist townbuilder, set on idyllic, randomly generated islands. The sun will rise and set as you work to grow your town to keep everything humming along nicely. There’s no combat, no trading - just focus on making your little islands the best they can be. The game has 2 main modes: Classic Mode,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tranquil Isle.

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  32. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    92% User Score Based on 1,408 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Urbek is a city building game where you can build your own neighbourhoods: from nightlife district to industrial district. Don't exhaust your natural resources before you have an educated population to build more efficient structures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Urbek City Builder.

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  33. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 3,634 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 7 reviews

    You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade. Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel. Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives. Make friends and help those in need. Discover mysteries and uncover secrets about the land. Surmount natural impasses to reach forgotten places. Experience how your actions impact the world around you If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eastshade.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 112 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    The Block is the world's smallest city builder. Place randomly generated buildings on a square and watch your tiny city block come to life! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Block.

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  36. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 1,112 reviews

    Welcome to Pan'orama, the relaxing puzzle simulation game that allows you to create breathtaking landscapes using different types of tiles. In Pan'orama, you'll be transported to a world of beauty and tranquility, where you can take a break from the stress of everyday life and enjoy the relaxing music, peaceful ambience and most of all, the soothing vistas of your own creation. Relax and unleash y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pan'orama.

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  37. Archipeo – Build. Expand. Dominate the Seas. Shape your own island empire in Archipeo, a retro-inspired city builder and real-time strategy game with MMO-style elements. Starting from a single island in a vast, procedurally generated ocean world, you’ll expand your influence, manage complex economies, and command fleets across a living archipelago. Inspired by classics like Anno and The Settlers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Archipeo.

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  38. Blossaria is a puzzle-based city builder where you create a growing world on a hex grid. Rotate and place landscape shapes to find the perfect fit. Fulfill village needs, expand your map, and unlock beautiful landmarks. A meditative, relaxing experience at your own pace. KEY FEATURES Puzzle-Based City Building: A unique blend of city-builder creativity and spatial puzzle strategy. Construct y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blossaria.

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  39. Imagine a quiet little street where, behind a wooden door, your dream shop awaits. The air is filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, sunlight gently rests on shelves stocked with hand-picked goods, and life outside flows at an unhurried pace. Welcome to Tiny Shop: Make It Cozy a game where you create a warm, inviting space loved by every visitor. During the day, your shop bustles w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Shop: make it cozy.

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  40. About This GameYou’ve been plucked from your world and dropped into the land of Fanterra, a mysterious place filled with magic, beauty, and ever-expanding potential. But you’re not the only one — alongside others who’ve also been transported here, you’ll work to build a thriving community and uncover the truth about who brought you here... and why. Fanterra: A Fantasy Farming Adventure is a cozy,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fanterra: A Fantasy Farming Adventure.

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  41. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 229 reviews

    This game is inspired by my love for densely built cities around the world—the kind of places where every wall, alley, and rooftop tells a story. You’ll be encouraged to build upwards, fill the smallest gaps, and find clever ways to place light sources or decorations to bring your creations to life. You’ll step into the role of a surveyor, building and photographing 20 distinct locations… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ShantyTown.

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  42. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    71% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    HEXAROMA is a strategy based charming little island village builder. Dive into a relaxing yet challenging experience where you strategize the best hexagon island placements in this cute little city builder game. Place the building pieces strategically, grow your village and your tiny island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexaroma: Village Builder.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    86% User Score Based on 1,046 reviews

    In TerraScape you build your own dream city. Each pack of cards in TerraScape offers different buildings and ways to expand your kingdom. Place your cards wisely in the game world to earn points and receive new cards as rewards! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TerraScape.

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  44. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 1,638 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 5 reviews

    Shape humanity with the power of the gods in Reus 2. Choose your giants, combine natural elements, and manipulate fate to guide the path of civilization. The choices are yours, and so are the consequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reus 2.

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  45. Room In Dream---Version 2.0 Playtest Now Open! Dear players, Your experience has always been the heart of our work. Since the beginning of Room In Dream, we’ve carried the love, trust, and expectations of so many players — a responsibility we hold dear. After much reflection and discussion, we decided in 2024 to pause updates for the original version and completely rebuild the game from the gro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Room In Dream.

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  46. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 978 reviews

    Vermillion is a VR painting simulator, bringing the full analogue joy of oil painting into the digital world. Get the unrivaled sense of accomplishment from creating something beautiful on the canvas, without the messy living room. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vermillion.

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  47. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 398 reviews

    You have been magically summoned by mysterious gnomes to restore a long-lost garden. Attract adorable animals, build a lush environment, and immerse yourself in this relaxing garden-builder. Will you manage to reclaim the wasteland or succumb to a looming corruption? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horticular.

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  48. Hexscapes is a hex tile-placement puzzler inspired by cozy games like Dorfromantik. If you enjoy quietly assembling beautiful spaces at your own pace, this is your kind of game. You have two decks of tiles: one for landscapes, one for buildings. Landscape tiles form the foundation of your world as forests, rivers, fields, lakes, and mountain ranges come together into a single living map. Building… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexscapes.

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  49. Belle Citique is a joyful, comfortable citybuilder which places you into a beautiful world, surrounded by the marvel of nature. Slowly build your settlement, combining different block-types to create anything you can imagine, and bringing more residents and animals to your little paradise. Welcome to your happy haven! FEATURES Attract villagers and animals to your city and watch them enjoy all yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Belle Citique.

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  50. Want to build a bunny paradise? Embark on a bunny-filled journey in Usagi Shima, where you transform an abandoned island into a cozy haven for adorable bunnies! Usagi Shima is a relaxing, bunny-collecting idle game. Turn your island into a whimsical bunny paradise with toys, plants, and charming building decorations. Relax and enjoy the calm and cozy island atmosphere, synced to your time〜 E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Usagi Shima: Bunny Island.

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