7 Games with a fantasy setting like Tales of the Shire that you should try

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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 30 games similar to Tales of the Shire down to the 7 that fit the “Fantasy” category. Reigns, Mountain and Moonlighter top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Tales of the Shire.

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

The best games with a fantasy setting like Tales of the Shire

7 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.

#1ReignsClosest overall match

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCozyCasualFantasyNarrative

Steam👍 87%· 8.1KIGDB75· 4OC78· 22

Year 2016Dev Nerial · Devolver DigitalOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Same family of life sims: deep simulation, deep RPG systems and cozy, relaxing feel

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus, while skipping visual isometric

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

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

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Steam GOG

#2MountainClosest on visuals

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GenreSimulationSubgenreLife Sim

SoloCasualFantasyThird PersonRelaxing

Steam👍 88%· 16KRAWG👍 44%· 122

Year 2014Dev David O'Reilly · Double Fine ProductionsPlaytime ~4hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are life sims — sharing deep simulation, deep RPG systems and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, vibe relaxing and procedural generation, while skipping cozy, relaxing feel

Mountain is a mountain simulation application which was intentionally made as an anti-game. It features very little gameplay and only a semblance of interactivity. ###Gameplay At the beginning of a new game, the player must undertake a quiz.

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

It predates Tales of the Shire by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3MoonlighterClosest 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

#4Gumballs & Dungeons

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GenreSimulationSubgenreJob Sim

SoloFantasyManagement

Steam👍 45%· 878RAWG👍 17%· 23MC65

Year 2011Dev Realmforge Studios · Kalypso MediaPlaytime ~1hOn PC

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

≠ Where it differs: brings resource management, while skipping vibe casual

A mighty hero stalks through a dark, dank dungeon making life miserable for hordes of pitiable monsters as he steals anything and everything not bolted to the floor. Been there, done that - about a thousand times?

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

It predates Tales of the Shire by 14 years, with what that implies technically.

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#5Secret of the Magic CrystalsClosest on tone

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GenreSimulationSubgenreFarming Sim

SoloCasualCozyFantasyThird Person

Steam👍 82%· 1.7K

Year 2010Dev Artery GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with Tales of the Shire: deep simulation, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel

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

In this game you manage a horse-breeding farm set in a fantasy surrounding. The game enables you to breed legendary horses such as Pegasus, Unicorn, Fire-steed, Ice-steed and Demon-steed. You can buy over 700 objects during the game.

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

It predates Tales of the Shire by 15 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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#7Pokémon Snap