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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.

Few titles capture what makes My Island unique: survival mechanics, vibe casual and open world exploration. After measuring 13 attributes across over 6,700 games, these are the 42 most faithful alternatives. Raft, Russian Fishing 4 and Staxel top the ranking, with Raft at number one (78/100).

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The closest game to My Island is Raft — scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. Russian Fishing 4 and Staxel follow close behind.

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Top games similar to My Island

42 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to My Island. Each one has been evaluated across 13 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.

#1Raft
Raft
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opOpen WorldCraftingExplorationBase Building
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 deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, sandbox world and online features, 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!

Genre100Progression91Game mode88World74
#2Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opCasualOpen WorldExplorationCrafting
Steam👍 59%· 86KRAWG👍 31%· 73
Year 2018Dev Russian FishingPlaytime ~1hOn PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings sports simulation, vibe relaxing and strong narrative focus, while skipping skill tree progression

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 My Island: tone.

Genre100World100Progression82Game mode77Tone44
Staxel
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opCasualOpen WorldSkill TreeExploration
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 deep RPG systems

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe relaxing, while skipping crafting mechanics

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 My Island: tone.

Genre100Game mode79Progression71World57Tone30
#4Astroneer
Astroneer
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerSoloCo-opOpen WorldExplorationBase BuildingCrafting
Steam👍 92%· 138KIGDB81· 4OC75· 26
Year 2019Dev System Era SoftworksOn PS4 · PC · PS5

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

≠ Its own twist: sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and sandbox world, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone.

Genre100Game mode100Progression92World62Tone0
#5Valheim
Valheim
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opMultiplayerSoloOpen WorldExplorationCraftingBase Building
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 sandbox freedom, punishing difficulty and sandbox world, while skipping deep simulation

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 My Island: tone.

Genre100Progression93Game mode76World65Tone0
Don't Starve Together
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
MultiplayerCo-opSoloOpen WorldExplorationCrafting
Steam👍 95%· 531KRAWG👍 72%· 1.4KMC83
Year 2016Dev Klei EntertainmentPlaytime ~7hOn PC · PS · Xbox

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

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, dark, oppressive atmosphere and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep RPG systems

Don't Starve Together is surrealistic and grim survival game made up for six people simultaneously. Initially, Don't Starve is a single-player game with a core mechanic of going through various problems of your character. You have to sleep and eat well.

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone.

It predates My Island by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode88Progression80World62Tone0
Stranded Deep
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOpen WorldExplorationCrafting
Steam👍 74%· 47KOC64· 14
Year 2015Dev Beam Team GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC

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

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

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone.

It predates My Island by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Game mode88Progression72World60Tone0
Dying Light: The Beast
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opDarkHorror
Steam👍 87%· 68KIGDB82· 7OC81· 126
Year 2025Dev TechlandOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, horror setting and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone.

Genre100Game mode100Tone0
The Guild 3
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOpen WorldExploration
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 deep RPG systems

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, cozy, relaxing feel and sandbox world, while skipping adventure storytelling

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 My Island: tone and progression.

Genre100Game mode100World67Progression24Tone0
Elden Ring Nightreign
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opSoloMultiplayerOpen WorldExploration
Steam👍 82%· 183KIGDB85· 4OC80· 179
Year 2025Dev FromSoftware · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Both are PvE survival games — sharing survival mechanics, deep RPG systems and open world exploration

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, roguelike runs and punishing difficulty, while skipping deep simulation

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone and progression.

Genre100Game mode73World51Progression43Tone0
The Planet Crafter
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
Co-opSoloOpen WorldBase BuildingCraftingExploration
Steam👍 96%· 70KRAWG👍 67%· 35OC81· 13
Year 2022Dev Miju GamesPlaytime ~9hOn PC

✓ Same family of PvE survival games: survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and open world exploration

≠ Where it differs: brings sandbox freedom, strong narrative focus and sandbox world, while skipping deep simulation

From Hostile to Habitable You are sent on an hostile planet with one mission: Make it habitable for Humans. You'll have to survive, collect resources, build your base and machines in order to heat the planet, create an atmosphere with enough oxygen and eventually geo-engineer an entire planet!

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone.

Genre100Progression78World61Game mode55Tone0
flOw
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloMultiplayerCo-opIsometric
IGDB75· 5
Year 2006Dev ThatGameCompanyOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

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

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design and visual isometric, while skipping adventure storytelling

It predates My Island by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

The Alters
SurvivalCo-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, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

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

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone and game mode.

Genre100Game mode34Tone0
Domestic Dog
SurvivalCo-op PvE Survival
SoloCasualOpen WorldExplorationCozy
Steam👍 81%· 491
Year 2015Dev Sean DavyPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Fits the PvE survival games cluster, with survival mechanics, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus, 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 My Island: game mode and tone.

It predates My Island by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100World64Progression48Tone44Game mode34
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 simulation

Where it drifts furthest from My Island: tone and game mode.

Genre100World100Progression37Game mode35Tone0

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to My Island?
The closest game to My Island is Raft, scoring 78/100 on our similarity scale. They share 10 gameplay attributes, including survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like My Island?
The three closest games to My Island are: 1. Raft (78/100, 10 shared attributes) 2. Russian Fishing 4 (85/100, 11 shared attributes) 3. Staxel (81/100, 11 shared attributes). All share My Island's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 42 candidates across 13 dimensions.
Is Russian Fishing 4 similar to My Island?
Yes, very much so — Russian Fishing 4 scores 85/100 similarity to My Island. They share 11 attributes, including survival mechanics and adventure storytelling. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Survival games are similar to My Island?
The best Survival games similar to My Island are Raft, Russian Fishing 4, Staxel and Astroneer. All share the Survival genre alongside other key My Island attributes like survival mechanics, adventure storytelling and deep simulation.
How is similarity to My Island calculated?
We compare My Island against every game in our catalog using 13 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 My Island experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.
Are there free games similar to My Island?
Yes — Russian Fishing 4 is free and scores well on similarity to My Island. It's a great way to test whether the play style clicks before investing in other paid titles.