Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like My Time at Sandrock (2026)
Every game below overlaps with My Time at Sandrock on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: My Time at Portia, which made by the same studio, Pathea Games.
- My Time at Sandrock is tagged Life Sim, Building, Farming Sim, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Crafting, RPG, Dating Sim by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 6 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 1 are from the same studio: My Time at Portia.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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My Time at Portia
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Pathea Games; both post-apocalyptic, open world and relaxing; shares 13 player tags including Life Sim, RPG and Farming Sim; released around the same time (2019).
Start a new life in the enchanting town of Portia! Restore your Pa's neglected workshop to its former glory by fulfilling commissions, growing crops, raising animals, and befriending the quirky inhabitants of this charming post-apocalyptic land!
My Time at Portia at a glance Released 2019 Studio Pathea Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 44,284 Price $29.99 Life SimRPGFarming SimCraftingSimulationCasualBuildingSandbox
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Coral Island
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 14 player tags including Farming Sim, Life Sim and Dating Sim; released around the same time (2023).
Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom.
Coral Island at a glance Released 2023 Studio Stairway Games Player sentiment 89% positive of 27,542 Price $29.99 Farming SimLife SimDating SimSimulationRPGCharacter CustomizationCraftingSandbox
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Fields of Mistria
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Farming Sim, Dating Sim and RPG; released around the same time (2026).
Start your new life! Build the farm of your dreams as you discover a world brimming with possibilities. Magic, romance, and adventure all await you in this nostalgic farming / life sim RPG!
Fields of Mistria at a glance Released 2026 Studio NPC Studio Player sentiment 97% positive of 33,759 Price $13.99 Farming SimDating SimRPGLife SimSimulationSandboxCraftingBuilding
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Dinkum
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Farming Sim, Life Sim and Crafting; released around the same time (2025).
Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends.
Dinkum at a glance Released 2025 Studio James Bendon Player sentiment 92% positive of 29,091 Price $15.99 Farming SimLife SimCraftingSimulationSandboxRPGIndieCasual
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Stardew Valley
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 10 player tags including Farming Sim, Life Sim and RPG.
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Stardew Valley at a glance Released 2016 Studio ConcernedApe LLC Player sentiment 98% positive of 1,035,189 Price $14.99 Farming SimLife SimRPGSimulationCraftingSandboxIndieBuilding
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Luma Island
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Farming Sim, Crafting and RPG; released around the same time (2024).
Get ready to explore, farm, fish, mine, craft, and raise magical Lumas as you solve puzzles and embark on quests across Luma Island. Play solo, or team up with friends in 1-4 player online co-op. Choose relaxing Cozy, challenging Adventure, or epic Hero mode to match your mood and playstyle.
Luma Island at a glance Released 2024 Studio Feel Free Games Player sentiment 84% positive of 12,673 Price $19.99 Farming SimCraftingRPGSimulationMiningBuildingCasualCharacter Customization
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Forager
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Crafting, Indie and Farming Sim; released around the same time (2019).
The highly popular and quirky "idle game that you want to actively keep playing". Explore, craft, gather & manage resources, find secrets and build your base out of nothing! Buy land to explore and expand!
Forager at a glance Released 2019 Studio HopFrog Player sentiment 89% positive of 43,976 Price $19.99 CraftingIndieFarming SimSandboxBuildingRPGCasualSimulation
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Core Keeper
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Sandbox, Crafting and Building; released around the same time (2024).
Explore a vast cavern of creatures, relics and resources in a mining sandbox adventure for 1-8 players. Mine, build, fight, craft and farm to unravel the mystery of the ancient Core.
Core Keeper at a glance Released 2024 Studio Pugstorm Player sentiment 93% positive of 66,196 Price $19.99 SandboxCraftingBuildingMiningFarming SimSimulationCasual
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Mr.Mine
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Mining and Casual; released around the same time (2020).
Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!
Mr.Mine at a glance Released 2020 Studio Playsaurus Player sentiment 92% positive of 18,635 Price Free SimulationMiningCasualIndieBuildingCraftingRPGCartoony
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Hydroneer
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Mining, Sandbox and Building; released around the same time (2020).
Hydroneer is a mining and base building sandbox. Dig for gold and other resources to turn a profit and enhance your mining operation. Build a base of operations, forge weapons, go fishing, and dig deep!
Hydroneer at a glance Released 2020 Studio Foulball Hangover Player sentiment 86% positive of 28,407 Price $14.99 MiningSandboxBuildingCasualSimulationIndieCrafting
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Project Zomboid
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic and open world; shares 7 player tags including Sandbox, Post-apocalyptic and Crafting.
Project Zomboid is the ultimate in zombie survival. Alone or in MP: you loot, build, craft, fight, farm and fish in a struggle to survive. A hardcore RPG skillset, a vast map, massively customisable sandbox and a cute tutorial raccoon await the unwary. So how will you die? All it takes is a bite..
Project Zomboid at a glance Released 2013 Studio The Indie Stone Player sentiment 94% positive of 476,732 Price $24.99 SandboxPost-apocalypticCraftingBuildingIndieSimulationRPG
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Sun Haven
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Farming Sim, Life Sim and RPG; released around the same time (2023).
Build your farm and relationships with townsfolk, or forge ahead on a quest of magic, monsters, and dragons. Level up through a skill tree in 8 person multiplayer, or adventure solo!
Sun Haven at a glance Released 2023 Studio Pixel Sprout Studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 25,443 Price $24.99 Farming SimLife SimRPGDating SimCharacter CustomizationCraftingSimulationMining
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Far Cry New Dawn
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic, open world and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, RPG and Female Protagonist; released around the same time (2019).
Dive into a transformed vibrant post-apocalyptic Hope County, Montana, 17 years after a global nuclear catastrophe. Lead the fight against the Highwaymen, as they seek to take over the last remaining resources.
Far Cry New Dawn at a glance Released 2019 Studio Ubisoft Montreal Player sentiment 75% positive of 35,068 Price $39.99 Post-apocalypticRPGFemale ProtagonistCasualCharacter CustomizationLGBTQ+
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The Scroll of Taiwu : Beyond The Dome
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Sandbox and Indie; released around the same time (2026).
"The Scroll of Taiwu" is an indie game themed around Chinese mythology and wuxia. Players assume the role of the mysterious "heir of the Taiwu clan" in an alternate ancient China, working through generations of heirs to defeat a powerful hereditary enemy and shape the fate of the human world.
The Scroll of Taiwu : Beyond The Dome at a glance Released 2026 Studio ConchShip Games Player sentiment 65% positive of 70,159 Price $29.99 RPGSandboxIndieSimulationCasualDating SimBuilding
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Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Crafting, Simulation and Indie; released around the same time (2022).
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.
Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator at a glance Released 2022 Studio niceplay games Player sentiment 93% positive of 44,552 Price $19.99 CraftingSimulationIndieLife SimRPGSandboxCasualFarming Sim
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Fallout Shelter
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Post-apocalyptic, Simulation and Building.
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 82,585 Price Free Post-apocalypticSimulationBuildingCasualCraftingSandboxRPG
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Youtubers Life
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Life Sim, Character Customization and Casual.
Become the most successful youtuber on the planet! Create videos, get subscribers, attend events, interact with your fans… and grow your channel. Live a youtuber’s life!
Youtubers Life at a glance Released 2017 Studio UPLAY Online Player sentiment 77% positive of 15,413 Price $9.99 Life SimCharacter CustomizationCasualSimulationIndieFemale ProtagonistSandbox
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Farm Together
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Casual and Farming Sim.
Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in this unique, relaxing farming experience!
Farm Together at a glance Released 2018 Studio Milkstone Studios Player sentiment 94% positive of 22,110 Price $19.99 SimulationCasualFarming SimBuildingSandboxCharacter CustomizationCartoonyFemale Protagonist
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Legends of IdleOn - Idle MMO
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Crafting and Sandbox; released around the same time (2025).
The incremental idle MMO where your heroes keep fighting while you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental-Wizard to Cannon-Pirate, and level 20 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and Construction!
Legends of IdleOn - Idle MMO at a glance Released 2025 Studio Lavaflame2 Player sentiment 77% positive of 29,660 Price Free RPGCraftingSandboxIndieCasualSimulationCharacter Customization
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The Sims 4
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Life Sim, Character Customization and Building.
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims 4 at a glance Released 2014 Studio Maxis Player sentiment 86% positive of 199,663 Price Free Life SimCharacter CustomizationBuildingSimulationSandboxDating SimCasualCartoony
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Mabinogi
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Casual and Simulation.
Embark on amazing adventures, build lasting friendships or even find romance in this unique social game, where a welcoming community with thousands of devoted players await! Whoever you are, or whatever your heart’s desire, come express it in Mabinogi and start living your fantasy life!
Mabinogi at a glance Released 2012 Studio NEXON Korea Corporation Player sentiment 74% positive of 4,197 Price Free RPGCasualSimulationCharacter CustomizationSandboxLife Sim
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Last Oasis
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic and open world; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Crafting and Indie; released around the same time (2020).
Nomadic Survival MMO. Build wooden walking machines to travel to new lands. Create clans and fight for territory. Resources deplete fast, so take your sword and scavenge, pirate, and trade to stay alive.
Last Oasis at a glance Released 2020 Studio Donkey Crew Player sentiment 62% positive of 24,212 Price $29.99 RPGCraftingIndieBuildingSandboxPost-apocalyptic
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Undawn
Why it matched: both post-apocalyptic and open world; shares 6 player tags including RPG, Post-apocalyptic and Crafting; released around the same time (2023).
Explore, adapt, and survive in Undawn, a free-to-play open-world survival RPG for mobile and PC developed by LightSpeed Studios and published by Level Infinite. Embark on an adventure with other survivors four years after a worldwide disaster where hordes of infected roam a shattered world.
Undawn at a glance Released 2023 Studio Lightspeed Studios Player sentiment 54% positive of 6,602 Price Free RPGPost-apocalypticCraftingSandboxCharacter CustomizationBuilding
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Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Building and Female Protagonist; released around the same time (2020).
Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.
Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition at a glance Released 2020 Studio Thunder Lotus Player sentiment 95% positive of 53,228 Price $29.99 IndieBuildingFemale ProtagonistCraftingSimulationCartoonyFarming Sim
Common questions
What game is most like My Time at Sandrock?
My Time at Portia, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Pathea Games. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to My Time at Sandrock" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with My Time at Sandrock. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of My Time at Sandrock do?
My Time at Portia is also from Pathea Games, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.