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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 42 games similar to Gridworld down to the 22 that fit the “PC” category. Staxel, The Guild 3 and The Long Dark top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Gridworld.

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The best games like Gridworld on PC

22 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Gridworld. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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

SoloCozyRelaxingSandbox WorldOpen WorldPixel 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 simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and vibe casual, while skipping resource management

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 Gridworld: progression and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Gridworld.

Released 4 years after Gridworld.

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#2The Guild 3Closest on progression

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloCozyOpen WorldSandbox WorldManagement

Steam👍 61%· 7.9KRAWG👍 45%· 22

Year 2022Dev Purple Lamp Studios · THQ NordicPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, setting medieval and historical setting, while skipping vibe relaxing

We find ourselves in middle Europe of the year 1400. The dark middle ages, once dominated through nobles and clergy, ends and a new era begins: the age of the free cities of trading and of the free mind! In The Guild 3 you create a family dynasty which can last for centuries.

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: visuals and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Gridworld.

Released 7 years after Gridworld.

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#3The Long DarkClosest on game mode

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldNarrativePost-Apocalyptic

Steam👍 89%· 122KRAWG👍 78%· 881MC76IGDB82· 5OC77· 53

Year 2014Dev Hinterland StudioPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, shooter and first-person shooting, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

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 Gridworld: tone and progression.

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#4Raft

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 93%· 372KRAWG👍 77%· 448IGDB80· 1

Year 2022Dev Redbeet Interactive · Axolot GamesPlaytime ~8hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

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 Gridworld: progression and visuals.

Released 7 years after Gridworld.

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#5Castaway Paradise - live among the animals

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloCozySandbox World2DCo-op

Steam👍 70%· 581

Year 2014Dev Stolen Couch GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and vibe casual, while skipping vibe relaxing

Featured DLCThe Summer is magic!!! About the GameYour adventure starts when you get stranded on a tropical island. This is your island, your adventure! Do whatever you like! It's the ultimate Sandbox sim! Do you like Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon? Castaway Paradise is the game for you!

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: progression and game mode.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Gridworld.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloOpen WorldSandbox WorldMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26

Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5

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

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and setting space, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: tone and progression.

Released 4 years after Gridworld.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloCozyOpen WorldPixel ArtCasual

Steam👍 81%· 491

Year 2015Dev Sean DavyPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, vibe casual and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

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 Gridworld: progression and world.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloSci-FiIsometric

Steam👍 51%· 215

Year 2016Dev Refactored Games OÜPlaytime ~3hOn PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: setting scifi and visual isometric, while skipping sandbox freedom

Manage interstellar pioneers and their descendants in this detailed sci-fi colony sim. Centuries after planetfall, colonists are still struggling to gain foothold on their lush and alien planet. You settle on the frontier by carefully managing resources, production and different personalities.

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Gridworld.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloNarrativeSci-FiIsometricThird Person

Steam👍 90%· 17KIGDB87· 5OC86· 115

Year 2025Dev 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and setting scifi, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: tone and visuals.

Released 10 years after Gridworld.

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#10Deliver Us the Moon

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeNarrativeSci-FiSpace

Steam👍 88%· 9.2KIGDB78· 5OC74· 67

Year 2019Dev KeokeN Interactive · Wired ProductionsOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, deep simulation and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping sandbox freedom

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: tone and progression.

Released 4 years after Gridworld.

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Steam GOG Epic

#11Bit Blaster XLClosest on visuals

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

Solo2DPixel ArtRangedMelee

Steam👍 96%· 6.1KRAWG👍 29%· 68

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

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, single-player focus and visual 2d

≠ Stands apart with punishing difficulty, vibe casual and ranged combat, while skipping deep simulation

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 Gridworld: tone.

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#12Diamo XL

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

Solo2DMeleeHardcoreCasual

Steam👍 93%· 550

Year 2017Dev Nickervision StudiosPlaytime ~3hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, single-player focus and visual 2d

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, punishing difficulty and vibe casual, while skipping deep simulation

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 Gridworld: tone.

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#13Minecraft: Story Mode

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloPixel ArtNarrativeCasualDark

Steam👍 77%· 8.3KIGDB66· 7

Year 2015Dev Mojang StudiosOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Android

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, single-player focus and visual pixel

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, puzzle design and strong narrative focus, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: tone and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Gridworld.

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Steam GOG Nintendo

#14Influent Language Learning Game

GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloMeleeTacticalModernExploration

Year 2024Dev Murat Doğançay · Butik Game StudiosOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

Feature List6 different characters you can play with 8 Interface Languages 6 different Alphabets (ABC) 3 difficulties suitable for all ages (Easy 7-12, Normal 9-15, Hard 15+) Intra-word usage and pronunciation for each letter About the GameLanguage Learning Simulator - Alphabet is an educational…

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: progression and visuals.

Released 9 years after Gridworld.

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GenreSurvivalSubgenreCo-op PvE Survival

SoloOpen WorldNarrativeDarkSci-Fi

Steam👍 89%· 9.4KIGDB79· 5OC73· 85

Year 2023Dev Starward Industries · 11 bit studiosOn Xbox · PC · PS5

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, open world exploration and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from Gridworld: tone and progression.

Released 8 years after Gridworld.

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Steam GOG Epic

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