12 Games like Tales of the Shire on PlayStation that you should try

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We filtered the 30 games similar to Tales of the Shire down to the 12 that fit the “PlayStation” category. Monster Loves You!, Lake and Strange Horticulture top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Tales of the Shire.

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The best games like Tales of the Shire on PlayStation

12 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Tales of the Shire. Each one has been evaluated across 8 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.

#1Monster Loves You!Closest overall match

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SoloCasualCozyNarrativeSci-Fi

Steam👍 78%· 1.2KRAWG👍 36%· 45

Year 2013Dev Radial GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Fits the life sims cluster, with deep simulation, deep RPG systems and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, puzzle design and visual novel storytelling, while skipping fantasy world

Live the life of a Monster, from birth to elderhood and beyond, making decisions that affect the world of Monsters and Humans. You live in the village of Omen, and your favorite snack is the fingers of small children.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: setting.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Tales of the Shire.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2Lake

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SoloCozyThird PersonRelaxingNarrative

Steam👍 87%· 5.7KIGDB67· 3OC68· 50

Year 2021Dev GamiousOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the life sims cluster, with deep simulation, deep RPG systems and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, vibe relaxing and strong narrative focus, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: tone.

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#3Strange Horticulture

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SoloNarrativeRelaxingDarkExploration

Steam👍 95%· 15KIGDB90· 1OC84· 16

Year 2022Dev Bad Viking · Iceberg InteractiveOn Xbox · PS4 · Android

✓ Fits the life sims cluster, with deep simulation, deep RPG systems and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: tone and visuals.

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Steam GOG Epic

#4MoonlighterClosest on setting

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloFantasyIsometricMeleeProcedural

Steam👍 82%· 22KIGDB82· 14OC82· 110

Year 2018Dev Digital Sun Games · NetflixOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ If you enjoyed Tales of the Shire, expect deep simulation, deep RPG systems and fantasy world

≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, roguelike runs and adventure storytelling, while skipping vibe casual

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: visuals.

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Steam GOG Epic

#5Farm FrenzyClosest on tone

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCozyCasualIsometric2D

Steam👍 97%· 226RAWG👍 81%· 25

Year 2009Dev Alawar EntertainmentPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Fits the life sims cluster, with deep simulation, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, adventure storytelling and visual 2d, while skipping deep RPG systems

Slip into a pair of overalls and try your hand at running a farm! From tending to the fields where your cows graze to gathering eggs for sale at the town market, Farm Frenzy is as stimulating as the real thing-- only you won't have to experience the nasty smells!

It predates Tales of the Shire by 16 years, with what that implies technically.

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#6Farm Frenzy 2Closest on visuals

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCozyCasualIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 231RAWG👍 77%· 26

Year 2010Dev Alawar EntertainmentPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Same family of life sims: deep simulation, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, while skipping deep RPG systems

There's nothing wrong with indulging in a little "fowl play" when it's Farm Frenzy 2, the all-new sequel to the smash hit of 2007! The fun never stops as you grow grass, feed chickens, collect eggs and take your produce to market.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCozyCasualIsometricRelaxing

Steam👍 93%· 40KIGDB93· 2OC82· 63

Year 2021Dev Witch Beam · Humble GamesOn Xbox · PS4 · Linux

✓ Fits the life sims cluster, with deep simulation, cozy, relaxing feel and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, adventure storytelling and vibe relaxing, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: visuals.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCasualCozyIsometricOffline

Steam👍 90%· 16KIGDB82· 13OC79· 59

Year 2016Dev Ghost Town Games · Team17On PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are life sims — sharing deep simulation, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Where it differs: brings punishing difficulty, melee combat and offline, while skipping deep RPG systems

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: game mode.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam Epic Xbox

#9AdVenture Capitalist

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCasualRelaxingNarrativeManagement

Steam👍 88%· 60KRAWG👍 28%· 469IGDB70· 1

Year 2015Dev KongregatePlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Both are life sims — sharing deep simulation, vibe casual and single-player focus

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

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Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: visuals and tone.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCasualCozyIsometricMultiplayer

Steam👍 90%· 81KRAWG👍 90%· 806MC82IGDB81· 11OC82· 108

Year 2018Dev Team17 DigitalPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of life sims: deep simulation, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Its own twist: punishing difficulty, combat tactical and melee combat, while skipping deep RPG systems

Just UpdatedNEW GAME PLUS It's time for a new challenge! There's a 4th star to be collected, but it's not going to be easy. New Game Plus unlocks once all the story mode levels have been completed in Campaign, so get cooking.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: game mode.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCasualMultiplayerCo-opOnline

Steam👍 87%· 74KRAWG👍 26%· 207IGDB70· 1

Year 2015Dev Fishing PlanetPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · iOS

✓ Same family of life sims: deep simulation, vibe casual and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with sports simulation, adventure storytelling and vibe relaxing, while skipping deep RPG systems

Fishing Planet is a free realistic multiplayer first-person fishing simulator. The game has quite a few fans who are online and offline sharing tips on how to catch, for example, a Grass Pickerel. In the virtual store, the player must buy equipment and bait for virtual currency.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: visuals and game mode.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloCasualFantasyNarrativeHorror

Steam👍 88%· 326

Year 2015Dev 8Floor · 8Floor GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Tales of the Shire, it's known for deep simulation, vibe casual and fantasy world

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

A wonderful garden had always brought joy to all the people of the kingdom and all the residents of the castle. But a dry summer withered the king’s beloved garden and the surrounding gardens of the kingdom alike. The ruler has fallen ill and the kingdom is in danger.

Where it drifts furthest from Tales of the Shire: visuals.

It predates Tales of the Shire by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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