20 Cozy Games like Stardew Valley (in 2025)

Tales of the Shire is a peaceful life-sim set in Tolkien’s idyllic corner of Middle-earth, launching on PC and Nintendo Switch this month. You play as a Hobbit, tending a cottage garden, fishing, decorating your hobbit hole, cooking meals, and forging friendships across a lush, seasonal countryside.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Cozy farming & crafting loop: Plant, water, forage, cook, fish just like your farm days in Stardew.
• Optional low-pressure progression: No rush, no deadlines so you can play at your own pace in this relaxing life simulator.
• Friendship-building & communal life: Befriend fellow Hobbits with home-cooked meals and quests, mirroring Stardew’s relationship systems.
• Charming visual style: Gentle pastel tones, grid-free decorating and cute movement emphasise how serene this game truly is.

Starsand Island is a tranquil, Ghibli‑inspired 3D life and farming simulation arriving on PC, PS5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch in Q4 2025. You’ll tend crops, raise animals, fish, explore hidden ruins, befriend villagers (and maybe romance one!), and customise your island home with a DIY system and vehicles like scooters, cars, even skateboards.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Cozy farming & animals: Plant tropical crops, raise sheep or capybaras, and enjoy a soothing daily farming loop that’s reminiscent of Stardew Valley in a sun-soaked setting.
• Building relationships: Chat with over 40 unique NPCs, deepen bonds through gifts and quests, and unlock romance options for a heartfelt community feel.
• Craft, explore, and adventure: Gather herbs, uncover ruins in the Moonlit Forest, and even dabble in optional combat or fishing mini-games.
• Ghibli-style art: Swap pixel art for lush, anime-inspired 3D visuals. Takes a break from Stardew’s retro style, yet still feel cosy.
• Customisation freedom: Inspired by The Sims and Minecraft, the game offers deep home and farm-building tools so you can tailor every detail from furniture layout to terrain design.

Luma Island (PC early access, console versions coming) is a relaxed life‑sim where you inherit a tiny farm in a lush tropical setting. You can plant crops, build structures, explore hidden caves and biomes, fish, craft, and even collect magical creatures called Lumas. It offers optional co‑op play for up to four players. Plus no stamina bars or inventory limits, so you never feel rushed.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Cozy farm-to-adventure loop: Daily planting, harvesting, fishing, crafting, and exploring feel familiar to Stardew fans.
• Community and optional quests: There are villagers to meet and help through quests, though some NPCs didn’t feel as “alive” as in Stardew .
• No pressure gameplay: No penalties for skipping crops or staying out late, perfect for playing at your own pace.
• Frequent updates and content: The recent free “Pirates” update added a whole new Pirate Cove biome, treasure-hunting quests, a shipwright profession, and special playable modes including a pure Cozy mode that removes combat difficulty.

Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town (PC, Nintendo Switch, released July 2020) is a beloved Harvest Moon remake that drops you into the idyllic world of Mineral Town. You inherit your grandfather’s farm and spend your days planting crops, tending animals like alpacas and angora rabbits, mining, fishing, and cooking—all while building friendships and even finding romance with charming villagers.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Classic farming loop & crop-planting: You till soil, grow seasonal crops, care for livestock, and ship goods—just like in Stardew.
• Community relationships: With dozens of characters to befriend or marry, plus festivals and daily chat interactions, the town feels full of life .
• Cozy gameplay at your own pace: No rushing deadlines, and an optional easy mode helps you ease into the daily farming sim genre without stress.
• Seasonal variety & exploration: Delve into mines, fish in rivers, attend town events, and enjoy hot springs.
• Familiar pixel-at-heart style: Though remastered with HD visuals, it keeps that cozy, rustic aesthetic.

Coral Island is a peaceful, eco-conscious farm-and-community sim set on a tropical paradise, released in November 2023 after early access . You restore an abandoned island, plant tropical crops, raise llamas, peafowl, even luwaks, and dive beneath the waves to heal coral reefs impacted by pollution.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Eco-message: Coral Island turns a farming sim into a meaningful eco-impact adventure. Clearing oil, collecting trash, healing reefs, and engaging villagers sends a clear green message.
• Building relationships with NPCs: With over 50 townsfolk and 25 romance options, bonding and big events remind you of Pelican Town. But Coral Island offers deeper social threads and more animated interactions.
• Mines, fishing & optional combat: Like in Stardew, there are caves to explore and fish to catch but you also dive underwater to restore reefs, and clear trash.
• Relaxed pace with quality-of-life tweaks: A handy time slider helps you slow down the day, fixing the ‘rushing’ game feeling some Stardew players mention.
• Breathtaking visuals & lush world: Ditching pixel art for vibrant 3D, Coral Island feels more like Disney Dreamlight Valley than Stardew though.

Fields of Mistria (PC early access since August  2024) is a delightful farming sim genre title with charming pixel art and a subtle anime flair. In this spiritual successor to the Farm-Sim RPGs of the late 90s & onward. Build the farm of your dreams as you discover magic, romance, and adventure!

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming, fishing, mining & crafting: The comforting daily loop of planting crops, caring for animals, exploring ruins, and crafting goods mirrors what made Stardew so special.
• Relationship-building: Get to know over 30 villagers, enjoy heart events, and even date from a cast of 12 romanceable characters, much like building relationships in Pelican Town.
• Magic & skill tree: As you restore the quake‑stricken community, you unlock magical powers via a skill tree adding a new layer to the familiar farm adventure.
• Refined quality-of-life: No tucked-away sprinklers, there’s a water-sprite statue upgrade and smart crafting stations in town make life easier, reducing grind and stress.
• Early access polish: Though still evolving, it already feels like a new game that both honours Stardew’s legacy and charts its own course.

Sun Haven (PC early access 2023, Switch port Nov  2024) is a cosy farm‑life sim with a high‑fantasy twist. You’ll grow crops, raise animals, fish, mine and romance NPCs, then ditch the chores for dragon‑fighting, magic spells and a main quest line. With pixel art visuals, eight‑player co‑op and zero stamina bars, it feels both familiar and fresh.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Cozy farming loop: Plant seeds, water crops, harvest goods and cook meals… the core rhythm mirrors Stardew’s peaceful days.
• Building relationships: Befriend townsfolk, unlock romance options and join in seasonal festivals, just like Pelican Town’s heart‑warming events.
• Pixel art & seasonal events: Charming retro‑style graphics and events such as the Music Festival and Winter Feast capture Stardew’s nostalgic vibe.
• Co‑op play: Team up with up to seven friends to farm, explore or tackle the main storyline, no solo pressure if you want company.
• Quality‑of‑life magic: Infinite stamina and adjustable day lengths remove the “rushing” feeling, letting you play entirely at your own pace.

Roots of Pacha (PC, Switch) is a cosy farming and life sim set in the Stone Age, where you help your clan grow, invent tools, and build community from the ground up. With lovely hand-painted visuals and a strong focus on cooperation, discovery, and connection, it’s a peaceful twist on the farming sim genre that’s full of heart.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming with a prehistoric flair: Instead of buying seeds, you discover and domesticate wild plants, bringing a fresh, yet familiar, farming rhythm.
• Build relationships: Form deep bonds with clan members, unlock romance options, and shape your small town’s culture as you go.
• Co-op play: Gather a group of up to four players to explore, farm, and build together. Perfect for cosy gamers who love shared stories.
• Beautiful art style: The hand-painted world is lush and warm, offering a stunning take on the usual pixel art look.
• Unique take on progression: Progress isn’t about gold or Joja Marts, but ideas and inventions. It’s all about working together to thrive, not just survive.

Little Sim World (PC early access, console versions pending) is a peaceful 2D life‑sim set in the charming town of Little London. You design your ideal home, meet quirky locals, build daily routines… minus the farming.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Cozy life‑sim gameplay: Customize your house, chat with townsfolk, and shape your routine which is similar comforting rhythms to Stardew’s daily farm life.
• Building relationships: Befriend and date charming NPCs whose unique personalities unfold through dialogue and quests, just like Pelican Town.
• Co‑op & community: With cross-platform multiplayer planned, this one leans into shared, social gameplay for cosy gamers.
• Relaxed & forgiving: No stressful meters or tight schedules, play comfortably and let the story grow.
• Indie life‑sim charm: Its bright, top-down visuals and indie heart make it feel familiar to fans of Stardew’s pixel‑sprout studios vibe.

Disney Dreamlight Valley (PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4/5, Xbox – first in early access Sept  2022, full launch Dec  2023) is a magical life-sim adventure that blends farming, crafting, fishing, and friendship-building with your favourite Disney and Pixar characters.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Relaxed routines: Planting, cooking, decorating, and chatting now with Peter Pan and Mulan by your side.
• Relationship-building: Befriend familiar Disney characters through offerings, quests (some behind a paywall unfortunately), and seasonal events.
• Cozy life-sim vibes: No harsh timers or harsh challenges.
• Enchanting world-building: From personalized avatar design to lush real-time biomes, it’s a gorgeous life simulator experience that feels nostalgic.
• 3D art style: While Stardew Valley leans into SNES-style pixel art, Dreamlight Valley uses bright, expressive 3D animation but still holds a lot of charm.

Collector’s Cove (PC early access) is a serene sailing and farming sim where you nurture a floating farm aboard your own boat. Sail to uncharted islands, plant crops, fish in varied climates, gather treasures, and catalogue your findings in a delightful Compendium. All while sharing the journey with your adorable animal companion.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley

• Farming, fishing & collecting: Cultivate your floating garden, reel in marine life, forage for rare crops, and fill a detailed collection log—echoing Stardew’s satisfying daily routines.
• Peaceful, open-world vibe: Drift between climate zones and discover new islands. With no timer or pressure.
• Personalised home base: Customise your boat with décor and upgrades, turning it into a true home on the waves, akin to decorating your farmhouse in Stardew.
• Animal companion: Your customizable sidekick is always by your side, helping you explore and adding warmth to your island adventures.
• Compendium progression: Unlocks come with farming, fishing, and collecting mirroring Stardew’s bundle-driven progression but with a tranquil nautical twist.

Moonstone Island (released Sep 20, 2023, on PC and recently on Switch) is a tranquil creature-collecting life-sim set across a sprawling archipelago of 100 floating islands. As an aspiring alchemist, you plant crops, brew potions, fish, explore dungeons, collect spirits in card-battles, and build friendships—with romance options and home décor wrapped up in a bright pixel‑art package.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farm, fish & craft: Grow crops and cook with them, just like in Stardew—only here your produce fuels potion-brewing and spirit-taming.
• Creature collecting twist: Instead of bundles, you fill your Compendium with spirits. Think Pokémon crossed with cozy farm life.
• Friendship-building & romance: Build relationships with villagers, date charming characters, and join in quests and festivals.
• Explore at your own pace: Sail or glide between islands. There’s no timers or pressure. It’s all calm exploration and cozy progress.
• Charming pixel visuals: Bright, fluid pixel art offers nostalgia without feeling stuck in time, perfect for fans of retro-style farming sims.

Core Keeper (available on PC and Switch) is a sandbox adventure game that blends farming, mining, crafting, and exploration all set deep underground in a mysterious, glowing cavern. You wake up as an explorer drawn to a strange relic, and from there, you’ll grow crops, tame animals, uncover ancient secrets, and build out a cosy home base, all while exploring biomes packed with treasures and creepy-cute creatures.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming & crafting core loop: Just like in Stardew, you’ll plant crops, harvest materials, and craft tools and furniture… only in a glowing underground world.
• Homebuilding & personalisation: Build your own cosy base, decorate it with lights, furniture, and crafting stations, and expand.
• NPCs & community feel: While there aren’t dozens of villagers to romance, helpful NPCs can move into your base and offer upgrades, giving it a community vibe.
• Exploration & progression: Venture into sprawling biomes filled with puzzles, resources, bosses, and secrets. It adds a deeper adventure feel on top of the usual farming sim mechanics.
• Co-op gameplay: Like Stardew’s multiplayer, you can team up with friends for shared exploration, farming, and building.

My Time at Portia is a heartwarming 3D life simulation game available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox. Set in a post-apocalyptic but cheerful world, you arrive in the charming town of Portia to take over your father’s old workshop. From there, you’ll gather resources, craft items, upgrade your workshop and help restore the town to its former glory.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming and crafting: Instead of traditional crop farming, the focus is on crafting machines, gathering materials and building new structures for the town. It’s perfect for players who enjoy Stardew’s crafting side.
• Build relationships: Get to know the townsfolk, take them on dates, give gifts and even get married. Each character has a unique story and personality.
• Daily routine and quests: Much like Stardew, you’ll plan your days around gathering, crafting, completing commissions and exploring nearby ruins.
• Exploration and combat: Venture into ancient ruins to find relics and resources. There’s light combat and plenty to discover if you enjoy adventure alongside your cosy gameplay.
• Relaxed pacing: No strict time limits or stress. You can take your time, focus on your workshop, or wander the beautiful hand-painted world.

Potion Permit is a soothing pixel art life sim available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox. You play as a chemist sent to the quiet town of Moonbury, where the locals are wary of outsiders. It’s your job to heal the townsfolk using potions you craft from ingredients gathered in the wild.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Daily rhythm and gathering: You’ll explore forests, lakes and mountains to forage for herbs and ingredients, just like the satisfying routines in Stardew Valley.
• Relationship-building: Befriend the townspeople, give gifts, help them through quests and even find romance as trust slowly grows.
• Crafting-focused gameplay: Instead of farming crops, you mix and match ingredients in a mini-game to brew potions. It’s perfect if you love crafting systems.
• Peaceful pacing: There’s no pressure to rush. You can take your time gathering, brewing and chatting with townsfolk in a charming small-town setting.
• Charming pixel visuals: With soft, expressive pixel art and relaxing music, it feels familiar to Stardew fans but with its own alchemy-inspired flair.

Cinnabunny (PC via Steam, released Feb  2025) is an adorable life simulator where you play as a bunny baker in a charming village. You’ll grow ingredients, bake breads and treats, forage mushrooms, birdwatch, collect recyclobots, and build friendships with fellow buns with split-screen co-op.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming-inspired routines: Plant wheat and mushrooms, gather ingredients, then bake and sell goods in your bakery.
• Charmingly cosy village life: Gift baked treats to quirky bunny neighbours, learn their favourite foods, and unlock new recipes through care and connection.
• Crafting and collecting: Beyond baking, you can forage, birdwatch, catch recyclobots, and expand with community projects, offering a multi-layered cozy experience.
• Shared cozy co-op: Enjoy split-screen or Remote Play Together for a gentle social experience without pressure.
• Stress-free tempo: No time limits, no stamina bars, no tool durability, just wholesome play and relaxing progress.

Rune Factory began as a Story of Seasons spin-off and blends farming, crafting, dungeon-crawling, and relationship-building within a rich JRPG world. Rune Factory 4 Special (Switch/PC/console) and Rune Factory 5 (Switch/PC) offer distinctive genre-defining adventures and the new Guardians of Azuma released on Nintendo Switch, Switch  2, and PC in June  2025.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming, crafting & cooking: Plant crops, harvest, craft gear and cook meals. Stardew-style staples are here with extra depth.
• Building relationships & romance options: Befriend townsfolk, complete quests, attend festivals, and begin deeper storylines with roots and romance paths across each entry.
• Dungeon exploration & combat: Unlike Stardew’s optional mine trips, combat is central. Fight monsters, tame them, explore dungeons, and level up weapons and skills.
• Skill trees & progression: Level up in farming, combat, crafting, and magic. An intricate alternative to Stardew’s simpler routines.
• Co-op & fantasy flair: Rune Factory 5 adds co-op cooking and monster mounts; Guardians of Azuma brings elemental spirits and dragon riding adding charm and collaborative magic.
• Rich story and structure: Whereas Stardew is open-ended, Rune Factory leans into a deeper narrative. Like being the hero of a fantasy kingdom but without losing the daily cozy rhythm.

Kynseed (PC early access since 2018, full release December 2022) is a generational life-sim RPG created by former Fable developers. You grow your family legacy, farm, craft, run businesses, fish, battle mystical creatures, and pass everything on to your heirs in an evolving world.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley:

• Farming and crafting routines: Plant crops, harvest goods, run shops and brew concoctions—Stardew-style loops with a twist of pixel-world entrepreneurship.
• Relationship-building and small-town life: Befriend villagers, woo a partner, and take part in village rituals and festivals.
• Legacy gameplay spanning generations: Characters age, retire, and hand over others adding a sense of time and lineage not found in Stardew Valley.
• Rich, magical folklore vibe: Meet woodland gods that can bless or curse your crops and explore a world rooted in fairy‑tale mythos.
• Deeper progression systems: Six skill trees let you specialise in gardening, cooking, fishing, combat, and more offering greater depth than Stardew’s simpler skill system

Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo Switch, released March 20 2020) invites you to create a serene island life filled with fishing, bug-catching, crafting, home decoration, and gentle community building—all in real time, with the rhythm of your day mirrored in the game world.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley

• Everyday routines with purpose: Whether you’re digging up fossils, catching fish or crafting furniture, each day offers satisfying small goals—without ever feeling rushed.
• Building relationships: Chat, send mail, and trade gifts with anthropomorphic animal villagers. It’s all about friendship and community in familiar cozy fashion.
• Customizable home and island: Create your perfect home and design your island world, similar to designing your farm layout in Stardew but with even more freedom and creativity.
• Real-time relaxation: Since time moves with the real world, you can dip in for a few minutes or stay for hours—there’s no fear of missing out on in-game deadlines.
• Charming visuals & endless charm: With pastel colours, realistic lighting and an uncanny cozy atmosphere, the game looks and feels like a warm hug every day.

Wylde Society is a period‑drama life sim from Studio Drydock—the creators of Wylde Flowers. It’s confirmed for PC via Steam, with PlayStation and Xbox versions also in the works, and platforms like Switch still to be announced.

In this magical sim, you step into the shoes of witch‑socialite Vivian Wylde, running a boarding house in Edwardian‑era Fairhaven. Expect elegant tasks like renovating your home, hosting tea parties, matchmaking residents, conducting a séance, and befriending enchanting familiars like otters and cats. While it doesn’t follow the classic farm gameplay of Stardew Valley, it builds community through social connection, creative choice, and charm.

Why it’s like Stardew Valley… kinda:

• Magical community building: Like relationship‑building in Pelican Town, you connect with tenants and guests through heartfelt events and social rituals.
• Creative customisation: Customize and expand your magical boarding house. Think of decorating your Stardew farmhouse, but with fine china and mystical flair.
• Enchanting charm: Both games feature adorable familial and community bonds, but Wylde Society layers it in a richly historical, witchy setting.
• Collect familiars, not crops: Instead of farm crops, you gain magical companions and grow your influence in Fairhaven. It’s a fresh twist on comforting progression.
• Relaxed pacing: With no rush or stamina mechanics, you can sip tea, socialize, and explore charm-filled routines at your own pace.