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Games like Post Apo Tycoon: Idle Builder

Games like Post Apo Tycoon: Idle Builder

Games like Post Apo Tycoon: Idle Builder

Looking for games like Post Apo Tycoon: Idle Builder? Here are top survival city builder recommendations with a post-apocalyptic and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Perpession, Escape the End or CLOUD DWELLERS.

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  1. * This game's visuals and content are subject to change as it is currently under development.From Ruin to Revival: Forge Your Destiny in PerpessionIn the desolate remains of what was once a thriving metropolis, you awaken to the world's harsh reality after the fall. Welcome to Perpession, where civilization has crumbled, and survival hinges on your ability to manage resources wisely. Amidst the ru… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perpession.

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  2. Lead a determined group of survivors through the heart of a crumbling city, where tactical combat meets colony management in a fight for survival. As their leader, you'll directly command fighters in real-time combat while managing a semi-autonomous workforce to build a resilient sanctuary amidst constant danger and chaos. Your colony's survival depends on strategic resource management – gatherin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape the End.

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  3. Welcome Island About the GameYou've awakened. You find yourself in a mysterious world of floating islands, where the sky shimmers with an ethereal glow. The islands drift like fragmented dreams, surrounded by unfamiliar flora and an unknown ecosystem. You gradually adapt to this world's rules. You'll need to build a home and develop technology, starting from scratch—from primitive tools to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CLOUD DWELLERS.

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  4. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    95% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    A mini action city-builder in a post-post-apocalyptic world. Grow your settlement. Fend off waves of enemies. Restore nature. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Existential Treads.

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  5. Transform an abandoned mining island into a thriving research hub. In Carden, you arrive by boat as the island’s first coordinator. Clear debris, gather resources, rebuild the camp, and help visiting scientists uncover the secrets hidden across the island. Explore the wilderness, craft tools, grow crops, fish along the coast, cook meals, and slowly turn Carden into a center of discovery and inno… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carden.

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  6. Rebuild the World, One Workshop at a TimeThe old world is gone. Cities lie beneath vines, machines rust beneath wildflowers, and nature has reclaimed what humanity left behind. But civilization isn't over. Starting with a single abandoned outpost, you'll recruit survivors, build specialized workshops, craft valuable equipment, and transform forgotten scrap into a thriving settlement. Every wor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rustbound.

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    30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    47% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Apocalypse is Not the End—It's Your Beginning. Become the supreme leader of a civilization in an apocalyptic world ravaged by extreme weather. Guide your people through an eternal cycle of destruction and rebirth, fighting to preserve the ember of survival. Every collapse fuels the rise of a new era—your choices will forge a legacy across four monumental epochs. DEFY A MERCILESS WORLD Face le… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epoch Cycle.

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  8. 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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  9. Cozy Radiation CleanerCozy Radiation Cleaner is a dark post-apocalyptic exploration and cleanup experience where players step into the role of a lone radiation cleaner sent into the remains of a fallen world. Armed with a radiation detector, protective equipment, and specialized cleanup tools, players must travel through contaminated zones, locate hazardous radioactive objects, and restore abandon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cozy Radiation Cleaner.

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  10. Welcome aboard, Captain! Black Flag Rising invites you to set sail into a world where the horizon stretches as far as your ambitions and the ocean is teeming with opportunities — and danger. As a cunning pirate captain, you and your ragtag crew will navigate through treacherous waters, chart unclaimed territories, uncover buried treasure, and wage fierce naval battles in your quest for power and f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Flag Rising.

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  11. In Bonfires of Azure, the skies are your canvas. Settle on the remnants of a shattered world—floating islands suspended in the clouds—and build a cozy sanctuary in the vast unknown. Explore, expand, and shape your village into a thriving haven while uncovering the stories these islands hold. This is a cozy city-building game that lets you relax and focus on what matters: your perfect little world… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bonfires of Azure.

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  12. Exploration: Venture into an expansive open world featuring diverse biomes such as deserts, snowfields, and dense forests. Uncover hidden military zones, abandoned shelters, and mysterious ruins to reveal the secrets behind the apocalypse. Scavenging: Search for supplies and rare items—every corner may hold essential survival resources or lurking deadly threats. Survival: Confront harsh su… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Apocalypse.

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  13. Build an empire, founding its villages and cities. Every kingdom started with a single bonfire, and RAEV allows you to create your own thriving civilization across a sprawling continent. Craft interwoven cityscapes, inspire your people, and build a kingdom to forge your path to greatness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores.

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  14. An Ancient Egyptian City Builder – focusing on Survival, Expansion and Creativity. Amidst the shifting sands on the banks of the Nile, a young civilization calls for a leader to guide it to glory. Take up your mantle as Pharaoh to create a thriving city, discover resources and survive flood, famine and fickle Gods. Will you create a paradise for your people? Will you placate the Gods or become… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dynasty of the Sands.

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  15. Baugarten - Experience the power of ScienceIn a post-apocalyptic world, the knowledge that allowed humans to thrive has been lost. Re-build civilization and experience how using scientific principles can accelerate progress. In Baugarten, empire building seamlessly integrates with scientific concepts. Put them at the core of your empire's success, or try thriving without them. The game offers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baugarten.

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  16. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Wastelander is a minimalist turn-based colony building game with roguelike and deckbuilding elements, where you start from nothing as a castaway on an alien world, build your colony, collect resources and protect yourself from mysterious and destructive atmospheric storms while using the secrets of the alien ruins to find a way to escape. As your colony expands you'll find alien artifacts and buil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wastelander.

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  17. Embrace the untamed remnants of a shattered world, scavenge, craft, and conquer to rise as the beacon of hope in the desolate Echo of Extinction In the desolate remnants of a world once thriving, you must scavenge and explore the open landscapes of Echo of Extinction. Uncover precious resources scattered throughout, harnessing their power to forge formidable gear. With each crafted weapon and ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echo of Extinction.

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  18. Step into a world where the remnants of humanity struggle to survive against a new race of hybrids that rule the food chain. The cause of the mutations that led to the downfall of modern society remains a mystery - whether it was the result of nature, a scientific experiment, or even extraterrestrial intervention is unknown. As society struggled to cope with the aftermath, tensions escalated and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wild Mutation.

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  19. OWGameKit: The Game is a relaxing open-world sandbox designed for freedom, exploration, and creativity. The game is intentionally combat-free, letting you shape your own lifestyle at your own pace. At the start, create your character and choose between male or female, a key feature that influences your appearance. You can then buy outfits and accessories in clothing stores across the city and chan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OWGameKit: The Game.

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  20. Gameplay Features– Single-player 2D pixel-art farming and life-sim RPG – Grow crops, raise animals, and expand your medieval farmstead – Gather materials, craft tools, and upgrade workstations – Explore procedurally generated caves, mines, and strongholds for rare resources – Help your town heal and grow through quests and relationships – Experience day–night cycles, weather, and seasonal eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom of Hope.

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  21. Pinevale Settlements is a colony-building simulation that combines production and defense cycles. Start with a small settlement; collect resources, build structures, automate production, develop technology, and keep your colony alive against increasingly powerful raids. The game has undergone major changes in design and gameplay after the big update. We have a long way to go and will continue to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pinevale Settlements.

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  22. Rule the kingdom in King’s Legacy: A Crown Divided — a Time Management Strategy Builder where your decisions shape the future of a divided land! The group of brave friends have gathered to defy him and protect the kingdom. Join them in this fun time management strategy game; build, explore, gather, produce, trade, clear roads and meet magical creatures of the forest. Build your own towns and sett… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King's Legacy: A Crown Divided Collector's Edition.

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  23. Enter the Wild West in Country Tales 2: New Frontiers (Collector’s Edition) — a colorful time-management city-builder strategy game where you build towns, explore new frontiers, gather resources, trade, clear roads and stop a dastardly villain from taking over the West. A new sheriff is in town — Harriet — but she’s not alone: Colonel Gross is plotting to seize control. Join Harriet and a cast of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Country Tales 2: New Frontiers Collector's Edition.

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  24. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    56% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Legacy of the Ark: The Long Awakening is Coming SoonFollow Development and Join the CommunityLegacy of the Ark: The Long Awakening is currently in development and coming soon to Steam. The Ark has fallen, but its story is only beginning. Rebuild a shattered colony ship, restore damaged systems, automate production, expand your crew’s recovery efforts, and uncover the mystery hidden within the Ark… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy of the Ark: The Long Awakening.

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  25. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 650 reviews

    Welcome to Squirreled Away! Imagine the carefree life of a squirrel, leaping through the branches without a worry in the world – wouldn't that be delightful? Let your imagination run free in a park playground waiting to be explored. Climb the highest treetops, craft the perfect hideaway, and get Squirreled Away. Free as a Squirrel: Experience the joy of being a squirrel with playful, acrobatic … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squirreled Away.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    WISHLIST & FOLLOW ✨ Roadmap About the Game Dead Engine is a survival action-roguelike where players explore a post-apocalyptic city overrun by intelligent zombie threats. Each choice to fight or flee impacts survival as zombies actively track, adapt, and work together to hunt their prey. Loot critical items and manage your expandable backpack every item could mean the difference betwe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Engine.

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  27. 0%Game Brain Score
    0% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Overview Discover Planet IX, a new and mysterious world that challenges everything we know about the universe! Hidden for ages behind the sun, this twin brother of Earth has finally been revealed thanks to technological advancements. Sharing the same habitable zone, day and night cycle, and mass as Earth, Planet IX, or Lunara as its native inhabitants call it, is a new horizon for humanity. Whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lunara: Planet IX.

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  28. Developer Note:We are having some technical difficulties with Steam Link and it is not working at the moment, but Air Link with a computer is working. We will update here when Steam Link is fixed. Thank you for your patience! Embark on a Post-Apocalyptic Virtual Reality Adventure Like No Other! From a small team of eight plus a dog named Mal, introducing Mother Bunker VR, an open-world, p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mother Bunker VR.

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  29. Step into a vibrant prehistoric world with Cavemen Tales: Prehistoric Adventure. Join Sam and Crystal as they lead their tribe to a new home, navigating through dozens of exciting levels filled with challenges, hidden treasures, and intriguing characters. In this fun and colorful time management game you will explore, guide the tribe, build, gather resources, overcome obstacles along the way and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cavemen Tales Collector's Edition.

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  30. Civitas is a city and world builder game inspired by Renaissance map artwork. Using procedurally formed landscapes, this sandbox-style game allows you the freedom to bring your Medieval and Renaissance cities to life without the pressure of survival. Escape into a world of your own creation! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Civitas.

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  31. The WorldThe world of Orbfall takes place on a post-apocalyptic Earth ruled by an alien invasion force. According to reports from active scouts, the aliens have completely devastated Europe. Entire cities and villages have been erased as if they had never existed. Most survivors live hidden underground, hoping for salvation from the resistance fighters operating on the surface. To avoid detection… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbfall Reclaim the Planet.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    The ocean is dying. Coral reefs are vanishing and ecosystems are breaking down. By the power of the mysterious reef heart you must restore balance, using the ocean floor itself as the foundation to build vibrant havens for sealife. Craft lures to entice different species to your reef and use their natural abilities to overcome underwater hazards. Experience Thalassa’s journey in campaign mode, the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life Below.

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  33. A Cozy and Chaotic Garden Defense Adventure. Welcome to Halliwell's Garden, a vibrant and ever-changing paradise where beauty and danger bloom side by side! Tend to your land by day: build charming cottages, plant bountiful crops, raise helpful animals, and nurture mystical flowers. But beware when the night falls, for your garden's allure attracts relentless hordes of monsters! Cultivate Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halliwell's Garden.

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

    In the game, you can place defense towers anywhere on the map, but how should you position them for maximum benefit? Should you place resource gathering towers first to accumulate funds, or focus on defense towers to fend off enemies and solve the immediate problem? What’s the best timing to cast spells? All of these factors need to be considered as you prepare for each wave of the beast hordes! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orcdom.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Tiny Isle is a cozy island-building simulation where you care for a magical, secluded island. Discover a mysterious sprite civilization and help them rebuild their home. Grow adorable magical crops, collect sparkling crystals , catch fantastical fish , and welcome charming animal villagers and sprites. Use crystals to expand your island, unlock cute plants like magical mushrooms and flowers, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Isle.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    You have damaged your ship and ended up on a planet where the air is unsuitable for breathing. But all is not lost! You will have to use all your skills and intelligence to survive and return to Earth. Start with the basics — create a base that will be your refuge on this hostile planet. Develop a strategy to protect and develop your base. Resources are your everything on this planet. Get t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroPlanet.

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  37. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    FARM THE UNTHINKABLEIn this robo-apocalypse, you don't grow food—you grow technology to survive. Plant Mechanical Marvels: Sow seeds that sprout into gears, wooden planks, and glowing bulbs. Watch them bloom in satisfying animations! Mutate for Power: Research crop mutations—turn a basic battery plant into a high-capacity energy source. Automate & Craft: Harvest resources, synthesize t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robert on Earth.

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  38. HISTORY:An ancient rivalry resurfaces. Meet Megaera, a vengeful being with a dark past. Banished and feared, she found solace in her ominous lair, surrounded by suffering and horror. Fueled by resentment and a thirst for power, she has set her sights on Aphrodite, the embodiment of beauty and allure. Megaera's malevolent plan unfolds as she unveils her scheme to transform Aphrodite into a lifeless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hermes: The Fury of Megaera.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 287 reviews
    Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

    Oxygen is a survival city builder. Build your city around the Oxygen Center and ensure your people's survival in a post-apocalyptic future, threatened by crack explosions, deadly winds, droughts and frosts. Lead your people and more importantly keep the Oxygen Center running! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oxygen.

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  40. A 2D dark steampunk action RPG combining crafting, base building and wave defense in a grim atmospheric world. Expand the light, explore the darkness and rebuild the last remnants of civilization. Build and upgrade a mighty steampunk city, construct powerful defenses, unlock a vast arsenal of equipment, and create formidable machines to survive against relentless waves of enemies. Venture into… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EverDark.

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  41. About This GameSignal Scavenger is a tactical third-person extraction shooter set in a fog-covered, post-apocalyptic world where humanity no longer exists—only remnants of a controlling organization and the prisoners it sends to die. You are one of them. Deployed into hostile regions filled with mutated threats and unstable signal zones, your mission is simple: clear, disable, survive, and extra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Signal Scavenger.

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  42. Step into the medieval-fantasy world of Kingdom Heroes, a realm overrun by hordes of enemies emerging from the heart of darkness! Choose your hero, combine weapons, magic, and summons, and survive long enough to empower and liberate your kingdom. In this next-gen survivor-like, you will experience a unique mix of intense action, exploration, and strategy—including social phases where players vote… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Heroes.

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  43. STORY It is 2040 in the Netherlands. The government has fallen and society has collapsed. Gangs and crime have had chance to thrive so the country has become a dangerous place to live. You are the leader of a survivor camp. Your primary tasks involve managing resources, upgrading your camp, and ensuring the well-being of your community. Send soldiers on missions to scavenge for crucial supplies,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nederfall.

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    Build. Rule. Defend. Explore.Arkem is a single-player medieval game that mixes city-building with hands-on RPG exploration and combat. You play as a lord in a dangerous medieval world, starting with almost nothing and slowly carving out a place to call your own. You’ll build a castle from the ground up, grow a supporting village around it, and defend everything you’ve created from threats both ne… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arkem.

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  45. Eliond is a world devastated by mutation and war. Cities have collapsed, creatures have transformed, and the actions of Dr. Victor Madman continue to spread corruption across the land. The Cryselts, an elite task force dedicated to protecting the planet, work to contain the crisis and rebuild what remains. Explore diverse regions, battle hostile enemies, and unlock new weapons, abilities, and Bio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cryselts.

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  46. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Faraway: On Lost Isles is a  2D top-down survival/adventure game in development, for Windows, Mac & Linux.  Current in-development version available to download: 1.2.1Preferred way to download Faraway is by installing it using the itch.io app! Generate a random layout on an island and survive. Collect & gather resources, use them to craft items and progress through different tiers of tools. Make s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faraway: On Lost Isles.

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  47. Harrowlands is a medieval fantasy colony sim where you guide your settlement through the ever-changing world of Elderath. Experience the everyday lives, struggles, and triumphs of your inhabitants—each with their own backstory, traits, and destiny. Choose your story Begin as fugitives who’ve narrowly escaped a reaver’s keep, or as mutated survivors from a forbidden sacrificial rite. Your settleme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harrowlands.

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  48. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Play the full version for free on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3394870/Defenders_of_the_Dune/?beta=0 BUILD. DEFEND. CONQUER. Step onto a sunlit beach where imagination meets strategy in Defenders of the Dune! In this real-time strategy game, players take control of a sandcastle kingdom, constructing buildings, training units, and preparing defenses against waves of enemies. The… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defenders of the Dune.

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  49. A sudden plane crash interrupts the journey of archaeologist and adventurer John Rudel, leaving him on a deserted and unexplored island, now he must use all his knowledge and skill to survive and return home. Explore, builds, hunts and fights as he tries to survive the mysteries of this island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mayday: The Survival Island.

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  50. Welcome to Starlit Stories. Relax to calming music as you build and customize your dream campsite. Watch as travelers come and go, adding life to your tranquil retreat. There's no management or deadlines for you to meet. Just wind down and let your creativity flow in this cozy campsite builder. Build your campsite just the way you like it! Place tents, campfires, and decorations wherever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlit Stories.

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