Feb 4, 2023
Harvestella is a new life simulation game by SquareEnix, creator of Final Fantasy.
Harvest Stelle at it’s core feels like a Final Fantasy and Fable hybrid game with the typical beautiful graphics, unique characters and absolutely stunning looking environments that just invite you to go exploring.
But unlike most Final Fantasy games, Harvestella also features farming, cooking, crafting and more. You will be able to grow a large garden and use the ingredients to craft items to help you on your journey.
As you explore the vast open world you will notice that the entire world changes as the seasons pass by. On your expedition you will come across many villagers who will guide you on your way. As days progress you also choose if you want to spend your time by the lake to see if you can catch some fish, crafting a bunch of new items or even accept a job.
Jobs provide a variety of different gameplay mechanics, become a fighter. Shadow Walker or a mage and explore the many dungeons the game has to offer!
Harvestella Release date and platforms
Harvestella is now available on Nintendo Switch and Steam for PC. Take a look at the gorgeous release trailer below!
Doraemon Story Of Seasons
For more farming adventure take a look at the brand new installment in the Doraemon Story of Seasons franchise!
- Feb 3, 2023
Pixelshire is an adventure, farming and life simulation game that is a reminder how Harvest Moon shaped the genre.
At the heart, Pixelshire offers everything you come to expect from games like Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon. You find yourself in a little town with a starter tent much like Animal Crossing New Horizons. The town is inhabited by many villagers that all feature unique personalities.
As you find your way around town you can choose to interact with the town folks, you will eventually make friends or… frenemies? If socializing is not a priority on your mind, you may want to spend your day by the lake and cast your fishing rod to hopefully become an expert fisherman.
Town building and Terraforming add a cool new vibe
In addition, the towns look and feel is entirely in your hand, build up the town and decorate it as much as you like! There are no limits to your creativity. The option to terraform your land is a great tool to make everything your own.
Resourcing is also a big part of the game, mine, cut trees and plant crops to grow your favorite vegetables and fruits – then turn in your harvest for a juicy profit. In addition you can also care for various animals and raise livestock right on your very own farm.
Pixelshire Demo out now
the indie game has been in development for a while and I couldn’t have been happier to find out that we can finally play the demo! Head over to steam and get started!
- Feb 2, 2023
Farm, Craft, Build a Family, And More!
Cornucopia is another in a long list of farming RPG sims that have cropped up since the genre began. With its charming 2.5D pixel graphics, and an abundance of features, this game looks like a great contender for players looking for more farm sim fun.
Featuring the usual farming, crafting, cooking, and animal care, Cornucopia offers the same comfortable features players have grown to love. However, this game takes it a step further with the amount of choices available. Farmers will be able to plant 52 types of fruit trees, 15 types of berry bushes, and grow 52 different crops, including their different artisan varieties. You’ll then be able to sell your crops via shipping bin, or sell them at auction, or even cook them. There will be 200 cooking recipes for farmers to discover.
Besides farming, there’s logging, fishing, mining, and pet breeding. Cornucopia has 150 fish species for farmers to catch. Plus, pets will play a part in game play. Breed pets to discover all the unique genetic variations and colors available in game, and create your favorite pet. Then enter them into races against other pets, or use their help to fight 12 different monsters and 5 different bosses.
When you’re done with the hard work for the day, kick back with some crafting and decorating. Unlock furniture and decorations to turn your farm into your favorite getaway. Make friends with Cornucopia’s NPCs, too. Who knows, maybe one of the over 47 NPCs will catch your fancy! Romance them, go on dates, and unlock their romantic cut scenes. Even marry one, start a family, and decorate their room in your house. How will you live your Cornucopia life?
Coming Soon!
This cute farm game, Cornucopia, will be released August 1st, 2023 and will be found on Steam. Be sure to Wishlist it on Steam to be notified when it releases!
For more farming sim fun, check out Dinkum, Wylde Flowers, Doraemon Story of Seasons: Friends of the Great Kingdom, or Coral Island.
- Feb 1, 2023
Catch Critters and Discover Mysteries
For those players who really enjoy running around games like Animal Crossing and catching bugs, then perhaps Paradise Marsh would be a good fit. Developer LazyEti admits the game is short, but it’s been made with a lot of love by a solo dev, and that’s easy to see!
You wake up in a peaceful little wetland, but realize the stars are gone. They used to fill the beautiful night sky, but have now fallen. Wander through Paradise Marsh and its varying picturesque, but mysterious landscapes. Catch critters like frogs, fireflies, and many others, each with their own unique behaviors and quirks. Talk to the birds to hear some charming little poems, too. You’ll also be able to pick flowers, eat strange mushrooms you forage, build snowmen, and much more!
Paradise Marsh features a colorful cast of characters for you to meet. They even have quests for you to complete, but don’t worry about a time crunch. There are no time limits, no mini map, or quest markers. You’re meant to relax and enjoy nature while discovering things at your own pace and in whatever order you choose. You’ll also collect notes that will reveal the mysteries of the marsh, and maybe explain what happened to the stars! Plus, each time you play, you’ll get to explore a new procedurally generated world, so there’s plenty to discover!
Available Now!
This charming little collection game was released October 2022. You can find Paradise Marsh on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox!
Also check out cute games like Dinkum and Palia!
- Feb 1, 2023
Dinkum let’s you play with friends in an Australian inspired outback island.
Dinkum, an RPG and simulation game developed by sole developer James Bendon much like how Stardew Valley started.
If you are not familiar with the game, at heart Dinkum is a life simulator with town building elements, farming, fishing and just so much more. The game is inspired by classics such as Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon.
In Dinkum you arrive with a group of explorers to a previously unexplored island. You will be be able to let your creativity roam free as you place and build a home for yourself as well as helping other villagers create the house of their dreams.
James has recently released a first good look at the game revealing the feature packed life simulation game. In addition the trailer gives you a glimpse at the exciting multiplayer part of the indie game, as you can watch two people on a mining spree together.
Play Dinkum Now
Dinkum is currently available on Steam. A console release is currently not planned but may still happen in the future!
Palia an open world fantasy life and Animal Crossing like
If you enjoy Animal Crossing you may also want to take a peak at Palia.
- Jan 31, 2023
Farm, Learn Magic, Befriend the Town
In Wylde Flowers, you play as Tara as she starts her new life in the town of Fairhaven, located on a small rural island. She may be a city girl turned farmer with little outdoors experience, but she has the can-do attitude needed to help Gramma Wylde take care of the family farm.
Learn how to plant and care for crops, mind animals, and gather materials like mushrooms and wood. You can also learn to fish, craft items, and much more!
Wylde Flowers features a diverse multicultural cast of characters. Get to know each of them through talking, quests, and story moments. Each one has a compelling backstory and even personal mysteries to discover. You may even find romance and love in one of them! Or if you prefer, platonic relationships and friendships are available and equally fruitful.
Rural life isn’t the only new thing for Tara, though. She’s also learning to become a witch! You will learn how to fly your broomstick, craft potions, control the weather and the seasons, and turn into a cat. Join the local coven who will guide you in your lessons.
Available on Steam Now
Wylde Flowers is already available to play on Apple Arcade and is now also available on Nintendo Switch and Steam. There is currently a free demo available on Steam, too.
The game is also getting a huge free content update, take a sneak peak here.
Check out Sun Haven or Super Zoo Story more cute sim games.
- Jan 28, 2023
The next farming and life simulation game in the Doraemon Story of Seasons series will put a big focus on connecting with villagers.
Doraemon Story of Seasons for the ones who don’t know is a spin off hybrid game combining the best out of Story of Seasons and Doraemon in one game. Following the great success of the first game, Friends of the Great Kingdom is set to make a great game even better.
Bandai Namco released an adorable new gameplay trailer showcasing everything you can do to help the lovely residents in your village. Make friends, share little gifts and even receive rewards for your acts of kindness.
Kingdom of Friends even supports two player co-op, a feature fans have been asking for a long time. The game will also have a beautiful world that Bandai says looks like it came “straight out of a picture book”.
Plenty of new farming features, new crops and recipes are also part of the upcoming experience. Doraemon Story of Seasons Kingdom of Friends sure looks to be this holidays most cozy game to play!
Take a look at the adorable trailer below.
Doraemon Release Date and Platforms
Bandai Namco published a new trailer with even more gameplay footage to announce the upcoming release of the game. Doraemon Story of Seasons: Friends of the Great Kingdom is available on Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Steam.
- Jan 27, 2023
Palia is aiming to capture hearts of Animal Crossing fans with its charm and beautiful open world.
Palia is an upcoming game inspired by gems such as Animal Crossing. The huge open world MMO takes place in a time where all humans have disappeared and it is up to you and your friends to rebuild a lost world as humans have just started to reappear again.
The developers describe the title as a “Cozy Life Simulation Game ” and while not too much information about Palia is available just yet, the first trailer revealed some interesting details about the MMO.
Much like in Animal Crossing you will be able to build and decorate your house from the ground up. You are also free to roam the large open world in hopes to find a piece of land that suits you the most. Find a quite plot by the lake or climb the mountains and place your house high up in the sky with stunning valley views.
In addition to placing, building and decorating your house you will also be able to grow a garden, plant and harvest crops as much as you desire.
Palia aims to capture the spirit of games like Animal Crossing, Harvest Moon and even a little bit of the adventure from games like Fable and Zelda Breath of the Wild.
Palia offers the best out of life simulation games with expansive building tools for your own home and combines this with farming and adventure elements. Spend some time farming in the morning, embark on an adventure with your friends and close the day by doing some fishing in the nearby river – there is always something to do in the world of Palia.
Palia Release Date
Palia has no set release date yet, but a 2nd pre Alpha test went live a few months therefore nearing an open beta test soon!
The game will most likely launch on PC first with console releases likely to follow. I have reached out to the developer for clarification on this and will update this article accordingly.
More Animal Crossing Like Games
If you would like to play some more Animal Crossing like games, take a peak at this expansive list of similar cute, cozy and laid back games.
