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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 38 games similar to Simpler Times down to the 16 that fit the “Relaxing” category. Tiny Glade, PC Building Simulator and Plantera top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Simpler Times.

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GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

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CasualCozySolo

Year 2024Dev stoneskip

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Within the “Relaxing” category, the closest game to Simpler Times is Tiny Glade — scoring 85/100 on our similarity scale. PC Building Simulator and Plantera follow close behind.

#1Tiny Glade85 #2PC Building Simulator84 #3Plantera83 #4Sticky Business81 #5SuchArt: Creative Space80

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16 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Simpler Times. Each one has been evaluated across 10 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.

#1Tiny GladeClosest overall match

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Tiny Glade

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingCozyNarrativeSandbox WorldFirst Person

Steam👍 97%· 24KRAWG👍 70%· 27OC73· 12

Year 2024Dev Pounce LightPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Linux

✓ Fits the life sandbox games cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings procedural generation, setting medieval and visual topdown, while skipping exploration and discovery

Tiny Glade is a small diorama builder where you doodle whimsical castles, cozy cottages & romantic ruins. Explore gridless building chemistry as the game adorns your glades with procedural detail. No management, combat or goals: just kick back and turn forgotten meadows into lovable dioramas.

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#2PC Building Simulator

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PC Building Simulator

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloNarrativeCozyRelaxingCasualSandbox WorldFirst Person

Steam👍 94%· 53KIGDB65· 2OC70· 12

Year 2019Dev The Irregular CorporationOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, open world exploration and setting modern, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression.

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#3PlanteraClosest on world

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Plantera

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualCozyNarrativeRelaxingSandbox World

Steam👍 89%· 5.9KRAWG👍 30%· 53IGDB39· 3

Year 2016Dev Ratalaika GamesPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and deep RPG systems, while skipping exploration and discovery

In Plantera you build your own garden and watch it grow with new plants, bushes, trees and animals. As you play and expand your garden you will attract helpers, round blue creatures that will help you pick up things and harvest your plants.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: visuals.

It predates Simpler Times by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

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#4Sticky Business

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Sticky Business

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingCozyNarrativeSandbox World

Steam👍 94%· 7.4KOC78· 14

Year 2023Dev Spellgarden Games · Assemble EntertainmentPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and open world exploration, while skipping exploration and discovery

CHECK THESE OUT About the GameCreate, pack and sell your own unique sticker creations! You want a collection of cat stickers? A witch-themed shop? Or add a derpy face to all of your creations? Combine dozens of elements to create your own collection and sell them to like-minded people.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

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#5SuchArt: Creative SpaceClosest on visuals

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SuchArt: Creative Space

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualCozyRelaxingNarrativeSandbox WorldFirst Person

Steam👍 98%· 7.1KRAWG👍 62%· 26

Year 2022Dev hypetrain · HypeTrain DigitalPlaytime ~1hOn PC

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, open world exploration and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping exploration and discovery

ADD FULL GAME TO YOUR WISHLISThttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1293180 About the GameWhat would you do if you were provided with your very own art studio? SuchArt: Creative Space gives you an opportunity to find that out!

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression.

Genre100Tone100World89Visuals78Game mode72Progression0

Steam Epic itch.io

#6Among Ripples

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Among Ripples

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingNarrativeCozySandbox World

Steam👍 68%· 1.4KRAWG👍 9%· 33

Year 2015Dev Eat Create SleepPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Fits the life sandbox games cluster, with sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: procedural generation, multiplayer gameplay and visual 2d, while skipping exploration and discovery

In Among Ripples you are presented to a soothing and meditative experience where you can experiment at your leisure. As the caretaker of a small pond you decide which creatures should be introduced into the ecosystem, and what species will thrive.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: visuals.

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

It predates Simpler Times by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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#7PowerWash Simulator

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PowerWash Simulator

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingNarrativeCozySandbox WorldFirst Person

Steam👍 96%· 58KRAWG👍 80%· 156IGDB77· 4OC77· 54

Year 2022Dev FuturLabPlaytime ~11hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, multiplayer gameplay and co op, while skipping exploration and discovery

POWERWASH SIMULATORHunt down dirt wherever it’s hiding, respond to calls from across the world, build your own power-washing business and unlock new tools, upgrades and more – all with the soothing satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish!

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: game mode.

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WEBFISHING

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualCozyNarrativeRelaxingSandbox World

Steam👍 97%· 70K

Year 2024Dev lamedeveloperPlaytime ~7hOn PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Stands apart with horror tension, open world exploration and horror setting, while skipping deep simulation

WEBFISHING is a multiplayer online casual fishing game where you relax, hang out, make friends, and catch fish!CATCH THEM ALL!Nearly 100 different creatures to catch- from the smallest snail to the biggest shark- you can catch it! Complete your journal, find rare fish, get loads of money, and get tons of special rewards! UPGRADE AND CUSTOMIZE!Become the ultimate fisherman!

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

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Potion Craft

GenreSandboxSubgenreCrafting Sandbox

SoloRelaxingCozyCasualNarrativeSandbox World

Steam👍 93%· 43KIGDB70· 1OC83· 11

Year 2022Dev niceplay games · tinyBuildOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ If you enjoyed Simpler Times, expect sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe relaxing

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling, while skipping exploration and discovery

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

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#10Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator

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Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator

GenreSandboxSubgenreCrafting Sandbox

SoloRelaxingCozyCasualNarrativeSandbox World

Steam👍 93%· 43KRAWG👍 72%· 190OC77· 8

Year 2022Dev niceplay games · tinyBuildPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox

✓ Shared with Simpler Times: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe relaxing

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, puzzle design and adventure storytelling, while skipping exploration and discovery

Potion Craft is an alchemist simulator where you physically interact with your tools and ingredients to brew potions. You're in full control of the whole shop: invent new recipes, attract customers and experiment to your heart's content. Just remember: the whole town is counting on you.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

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Loddlenaut

GenreSandboxSubgenreCrafting Sandbox

SoloRelaxingCozyCasualNarrativeSandbox WorldExploration

Steam👍 98%· 5.7KOC81· 13

Year 2023Dev Moon Lagoon · Secret ModePlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Simpler Times, expect sandbox freedom, vibe relaxing and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, survival mechanics and open world exploration, while skipping deep simulation

Loddlenaut is an ocean cleanup adventure set on a vibrant alien planet. Play as an interstellar custodian who is tasked with cleaning up the pollution left behind by spacefaring mega-corporation.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: visuals.

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#12EverythingClosest on progression

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Everything

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingNarrativeSandbox WorldExploration

Steam👍 83%· 3.8KIGDB72· 9OC73· 50

Year 2017Dev David OReillyOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and open world exploration, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: visuals.

Genre100Game mode100Progression100Tone82World66Visuals0

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Megaquarium

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualCozyRelaxingSandbox World

Steam👍 95%· 3.7KRAWG👍 72%· 28IGDB82· 6OC76· 38

Year 2018Dev Auroch DigitalPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with resource management, visual isometric and visual 3d, while skipping strong narrative focus

From the creator of Big Pharma comes a brand new economic simulation game. Megaquarium follows in the footsteps of classic theme park management tycoon games and adds an aquatic spin!Meet your new tenantsFrom the cutest of clown fish to the deadliest of sharks.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

Genre100Game mode100World100Tone92Progression0Visuals0

#14Chicory: A Colorful Tale

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Chicory: A Colorful Tale

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCozyNarrativeRelaxingSandbox World

Steam👍 97%· 3.9KRAWG👍 77%· 64MC89IGDB92· 3OC88· 57

Year 2021Dev Finji · Greg LobanovPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of life sandbox games: sandbox freedom, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and puzzle design, while skipping deep simulation

Chicory: A Colorful Tale is an adventure game about a dog wielding a magic paintbrush! Use the power of art to explore, solve puzzles, help your animal friends and restore color to the world.

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: visuals and game mode.

Genre100World100Tone80Game mode31Visuals0

Steam PS itch.io

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Mini Metro

GenreSandboxSubgenreLife Sandbox

SoloCasualRelaxingSandbox WorldHardcore

Steam👍 96%· 16KIGDB100· 1OC80· 13

Year 2015Dev Dinosaur Polo Club · PlaydigiousOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are life sandbox games — sharing sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, punishing difficulty and resource management, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Where it drifts furthest from Simpler Times: progression and visuals.

It predates Simpler Times by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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