Games like The Sapling

"Ecosystem is a single-player strategy game with high-quality graphics and approximately 23 hours of playtime. The game's unique feature is the simulation of evolving virtual creatures, whose bodies, behaviors, and nervous systems are all determined by their synthetic DNA, which can be modified by the player. These creatures evolve on their own to adapt to the physically-simulated ocean environment created by the player."

"Species: Artificial Life, Real Evolution" is a simulation game where players create and evolve unique species in a dynamic ecosystem. Observing and manipulating various factors such as genetics, environment, and behavior, players can watch as their creatures adapt and survive in a real-time evolutionary process. With countless possibilities and a sandbox-style gameplay, this game offers a fascinating look into the world of evolutionary biology.

"Saurian" is a single-player, open-world game set in Hell Creek 66 million years ago, where players survive as hatchlings, managing needs while avoiding predators and hazards in a scientifically accurate environment. Its good mechanics, impressive visuals, and music are weighed down by numerous bugs, but it offers an immersive dinosaur experience with a thriving AI ecosystem.

"Prehistoric Kingdom" is a zoo management simulation game where players build and manage a park for extinct animals. Utilize creative tools to design habitats and infrastructure, and breed over 20 species of prehistoric wildlife. Discover new creatures and genetic skins while ensuring the safety and resources for guests, animals, and staff.

From an uninhabited planet in space to an ecosystem full of life. In Planetary Life you will be able to shape a planet in the purest Sandbox Simulation style, playing with its mountains, seas and even its climate, to create the perfect habitat to harbor life. PLANETS Control a planet with the multiple tools available. Let the tectonic plates shape the mountains and seas, modify the climate, the…

"KitHack Model Club is a simulation game that allows 1-2 players to build and customize RC vehicles in a multiplayer setting. The game features physics-based mechanics, encouraging players to make every design decision count. With numerous parts, paint, and decals to choose from, create and race your unique vehicles in this ultimate model-building platform."

STORROR Parkour Pro offers an authentic, physics-driven parkour experience set in an open urban environment where you can jump, climb, vault, and swing with fluid, motion-captured animations. Master your movement and instincts as you creatively navigate dynamic cityscapes with hundreds of unique parkour moves. The game blends realistic and arcade gameplay, delivering a challenging and rewarding experience.

"Breakwaters is a 2-player co-op/single-player exploration survival game with a good plot and exceptional gameplay. The game features a procedural world with interactive water simulations, massive Titans, and ocean depths filled with rare resources. Players can gather crystals, build structures, and engage in trading with passing fishermen to rebuild and survive in this compelling game, despite its numerous grinding and bugs."

inZOI is a life simulation game where players shape vibrant cities and guide autonomous characters called Zois, who live with free will and create dynamic stories. With realistic graphics and immersive environments, players influence weather, properties, and events to witness evolving relationships, trends, and challenges. Experience the beauty and complexity of life through this richly detailed community simulation.

"Birthdays the Beginning" is a sandbox game that lets players create cube-shaped worlds, influencing their geography and temperature to foster life. Witness the evolution of single-celled organisms into complex lifeforms such as plants, dinosaurs, and mammals, shaping a unique ecosystem in each world. Imagine, experiment, and create limitless and diverse planets for a one-of-a-kind experience.