The games on this list are a lot like Animal Crossing, but add survival, combat, deadlines, or other hardcore elements.

Animal Crossing is one of those series that means so much to a whole lot of people. It’s always been there with its simple premise, adorable creatures, soothing tunes, and Zen-like gameplay. Animal ...

There's been a notable rise in popularity for farming and other related life sims over the past decade, though the genre has long-established its calming play style. Most recently though, two games ...

After nearly two years of development, Fictions, Inc. and Wētā Workshop have finally released the latest game based on J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, 2025’s Tales of the ...