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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 41 games similar to Forsaken Isle down to the 6 that fit the “Casual” category. Staxel, Russian Fishing 4 and Minecraft: Story Mode top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Forsaken Isle.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

The best casual games like Forsaken Isle

6 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.

#1StaxelClosest overall match

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#2Russian Fishing 4Closest on progression

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#3Minecraft: Story ModeClosest on game mode

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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#4Diamo XLClosest on combat

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-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.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloCasualOpen WorldExplorationPixel Art

Steam👍 81%· 491

Year 2015Dev Sean DavyPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, vibe casual and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: deep simulation, roguelike runs and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping adventure storytelling

Warning: Content Below may not be suitable for Cats, any similarities to real dogs is purely coincidental. In Domestic Dog, you take control of a randomized dog in a randomized house and survive the harsh domestic life! Explore the city and interact with the world for discover items and secrets.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: world and progression.

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

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#6Bit Blaster XLClosest on visuals

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeCasual2DPixel Art

Steam👍 96%· 6.1KRAWG👍 29%· 68

Year 2016Dev Nickervision StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

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

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, ranged combat and setting scifi, while skipping adventure storytelling

I have been learning to make games in my free time and love making small-yet-solid arcade games with simple mechanics. Please expect 'Bit Blaster XL' to be a small, re-playable, arcade score-chaser game where the only goals are to constantly beat your previous score and unlock some extra ships.

Where it drifts furthest from Forsaken Isle: combat.

It predates Forsaken Isle by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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