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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Looking for games like Forsaken Isle? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — survival mechanics, vibe casual and sandbox world — against over 6,700 titles. These 41 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Valheim leads with 73/100, followed by the rest of the list.

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The closest game to Forsaken Isle is Valheim — scoring 73/100 on our similarity scale. The Long Dark and Staxel follow close behind.

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Top games similar to Forsaken Isle

41 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Forsaken Isle. Each one has been evaluated across 15 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Valheim
Valheim
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationCraftingEarly Access
Steam👍 94%· 534KRAWG👍 77%· 642IGDB90· 1OC85· 19
Year 2021Dev Dvoid · Coffee StainPlaytime ~12hOn PC · Linux

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, fantasy world and setting mythology, while skipping vibe casual

Prove your worth! Are you worthy of entering Valhalla? You have been sent to Valheim, the 10th Norse world. Only by defeating the mighty beasts of these lands will you win the favor of the gods. This quest will take you to the far reaches of this world, from the deepest forest to the highest mountain peak.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Combat100World100Progression77Game mode21Tone0
#2The Long Dark
The Long Dark
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationCrafting
Steam👍 89%· 122KRAWG👍 78%· 881MC76IGDB82· 5OC77· 53
Year 2014Dev Hinterland StudioPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, shooter and first-person shooting, while skipping deep RPG systems

The Long Dark is a game about surviving in the unforgiving conditions of frozen North Canadian taiga. The Arctic wilderness may be breathtakingly beautiful, thanks to the game’s artful visual style, but it is also deadly.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100World100Progression100Tone0Visuals0
Staxel
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCasualSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationPixel Art
Steam👍 79%· 4.8KRAWG👍 29%· 45IGDB56· 3OC58· 11
Year 2019Dev Plukit · Humble BundlePlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe relaxing, while skipping melee combat

Staxel is getting ready for steamGet notified when Staxel comes out on Steam by clicking the Add to your wishlist button above About the GameStaxel is a sandbox farming game that is currently in development.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: game mode and progression.

Genre100World100Visuals70Tone40Progression32Game mode23
Raft
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldCraftingExploration
Steam👍 93%· 372KRAWG👍 77%· 448IGDB80· 1
Year 2022Dev Redbeet Interactive · Axolot GamesPlaytime ~8hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping deep RPG systems

By yourself or with friends, your mission is to survive an epic oceanic adventure across a perilous sea! Gather debris to survive, expand your raft and be wary of the dangers of the ocean!

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: visuals and game mode.

Genre100World100Progression83Game mode27Visuals0
Stranded Deep
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeSandbox WorldOpen WorldExplorationCraftingEarly Access
Steam👍 74%· 47KOC64· 14
Year 2015Dev Beam Team GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with deep simulation, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100World100Progression87Game mode27Tone0
#6Minecraft: Story Mode
Minecraft: Story Mode
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCasualCraftingPixel ArtNarrative
Steam👍 77%· 8.3KIGDB66· 7
Year 2015Dev Mojang StudiosOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Android

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep RPG systems

It predates Forsaken Isle by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Progression81Tone64Visuals56
Silent Hill 2
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeExplorationNarrativeDark
IGDB90· 1OC87· 160
Year 2001Dev Team Silent · Konami

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 24 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression38Tone0Visuals0
ARMORED HEAD
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeExplorationRangedHardcore
Steam👍 98%· 1.3K
Year 2020Dev Egor RezenovPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, strong narrative focus and ranged combat, while skipping deep RPG systems

ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize. His task is to defeat 30 waves of opponents, unravel all the secrets of the arena, and win the gold cup.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Combat51Progression38Tone0Visuals0
Diamo XL
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeCasual2DHardcore
Steam👍 93%· 550
Year 2017Dev Nickervision StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, vibe casual and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, punishing difficulty and social trading, while skipping adventure storytelling

This is an 'XL' version of my unreleased mobile game 'Diamo'. I have added/changed a variety of things to make it more suitable for the Steam platform. I have been learning to make games in my free time and love making small-yet-solid arcade games with simple mechanics.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: visuals.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone59Visuals34
Deliver Us the Moon
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeExplorationNarrativeSci-Fi
Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67
Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Progression39Tone0Visuals0
FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S: HELP WANTED
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloNarrativeDarkHorrorFirst Person
IGDB90· 1OC52· 10
Year 2020Dev Steel Wool Studios · Steel Wool GamesPlaytime ~2hOn Xbox · Nintendo

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping sandbox freedom

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Help Wanted is a collection of classic and original mini-games set in the Five Nights universe. Survive terrifying encounters with your favorite killer animatronics in a collection of new and classic FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S™ experiences. “Where fantasy and fun come to life!

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Tone0Visuals0
The Alters
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloIsometricNarrativeSci-FiThird Person
Steam👍 90%· 17KIGDB87· 5OC86· 115
Year 2025Dev 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, strong narrative focus and setting scifi, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Visuals41Tone0
Silent Hill 3
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMeleeExplorationStealthNarrative
IGDB88· 3
Year 2003Dev Team Silent · KonamiOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 22 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode100Combat49Progression38Tone0Visuals0
The Invincible
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloOpen WorldExplorationNarrativeDark
Steam👍 89%· 9.4KIGDB79· 5OC73· 85
Year 2023Dev Starward Industries · 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: strong narrative focus, dark, oppressive atmosphere and setting scifi, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: tone and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100World58Progression38Tone0Visuals0
Russian Fishing 4
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCasualOpen WorldExplorationCrafting
Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73
Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, sports simulation and vibe relaxing, while skipping sandbox freedom

Russian Fishing 4 dynamic and engaging fishing simulator that features unique natural physics, conditions and fish behavior. 50+ Fish species. 8 Lakes and rivers. Spinning, Bait casting, Feeder and Float fishing. Players ratings, achievements and statistics. Dozens of fishing techniques.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Forsaken Isle.

Genre100Progression100World59Tone54Game mode23Visuals0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to Forsaken Isle?
The closest game to Forsaken Isle is Valheim, scoring 73/100 on our similarity scale. They share 11 gameplay attributes, including survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like Forsaken Isle?
The three closest games to Forsaken Isle are: 1. Valheim (73/100, 11 shared attributes) 2. The Long Dark (67/100, 8 shared attributes) 3. Staxel (71/100, 10 shared attributes). All share Forsaken Isle's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 41 candidates across 15 dimensions.
Is The Long Dark similar to Forsaken Isle?
Yes — The Long Dark scores 67/100 similarity to Forsaken Isle. They share 8 attributes, including survival mechanics and adventure storytelling. There are some notable differences in pacing or mechanics.
What Survival games are similar to Forsaken Isle?
The best Survival games similar to Forsaken Isle are Valheim, The Long Dark, Staxel and Raft. All share the Survival genre alongside other key Forsaken Isle attributes like survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems.
How is similarity to Forsaken Isle calculated?
We compare Forsaken Isle against every game in our catalog using 15 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the Forsaken Isle experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to Forsaken Isle?
Yes — Russian Fishing 4 is free and scores well on similarity to Forsaken Isle. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.