October 25, 2016
Simulation, Economic, Internet, Machines and Equipment, Multiplayer, Farm, Singleplayer, Animals.
Farming Simulator 17 is another installment in the series of simulators of farm. This time, the game was published by Focus Home Interactive, but the development was still carried out by GIANTS Software, known from the previous parts of this series. The mechanics remain unchanged - the players become farmers, who need to take good care of their establishment. During the game, much attention has to be paid to the economic side of the management - the right equipment needs to be purchased, used for sawing, gathering crops, and moving the goods around. Traditionally, the player can control many different machines, all with official licenses from real manufacturers, and personally take care of various tasks in the field. The new installment obviously introduces some changes and novelties. Contrary to previous games, Farming Simulator 17 was released on PC, XONE and PS4 simultaneously.
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March 12, 2026
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, Polish games, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Survival, Animals.
Timberborn is a Polish economic strategy from the genre of city builders with survival elements, in which our goal is to create a thriving town inhabited by beavers. The game was developed by Mechanistry studio.
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July 19, 2022
Adventure, 2.5D, Experimental/artistic, Games for Impact, Indie Games, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Survival, Animals.
An adventure game with survival elements. In Endling we play as a fox trying to escort three puppies to a place where people cannot hurt them. The game presents a dystopian vision of the future where the overexploitation of natural resources led to total devastation of the environment.
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October 23, 2026
RPG, Fantasy, Internet, Comics, Cats, Books, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, TPP, Turn-based, Animals.
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April 1, 2014
Arcade, Simulation Elements, Humorous, Indie Games, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Goat Simulator is a humorous simulator that serves as a commercial extension of the joke game made by Swedish Coffee Stain (known primarily from the Sanctum series). The game lets you control a crazy goat named Pilgor which destroys everything in the virtual world. The goal is to cause as much damage as possible with the use of a wide range of absurd accessories, like rockets, explosives, etc. It was the developers’ ambition to create a big cliché parody, mocking low-budget simulators. Therefore, Goat Simulator features loads of purposely implemented humorous bugs. The editor gives you a chance to create your own levels and share them with others through the Internet. On the technical side, the game utilizes the power of Unreal Engine 3.
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February 18, 2025
Simulation, 2D, Indie Games, Cozy Game, Singleplayer, Animals.
A small independent simulation game, allowing us to run a pasture using only a small portion of our computer screen and played as an "idler". In Tiny Pasture our responsibilities include taking care of farm animals and other creatures. We can earn money which then can be spent on items and upgrades.
Steam
November 5, 2019
Strategy, Economic, Singleplayer, Zoo, Animals, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium.
An economic strategy in which we take on the role of a zoological park manager. Production is distinguished by realistic animals with their own characteristics and needs described in detail. Frontier Developments is responsible for creating and issuing this title.
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February 27, 2026, Early Access
Adventure, Exploration Games, Indie Games, Cats, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Peace Island is a charming exploratory game showing the adventures of a gang of nine cats that are trying to solve the mystery of disappearing people from the title island. The production was developed by independent developer Erich Blumrich.
Steam
May 22, 2020
Action, Very Brutal, Indie Games, Under Water, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Action RPG, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Action RPG game in which we play the role of a shark orphaned by its mother. In order to survive, the eponymous genocide has to fight for survival in the dangerous waters of the Gulf Coast, devouring everything that can be eaten and gradually growing in strength.
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Users
May 9, 2024
Adventure, Arcade Elements, Humorous, Indie Games, Cats, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Xbox Play Anywhere, Animals, PC Game Pass.
An arcade TPP adventure game in which we play as a cat. In Little Kitty, Big City we explore the metropolis, getting to know the animals that inhabit it, playing and messing around, and most of all - looking for a way home.
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November 3, 2023
Simulation, Crafting, FPP, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Farm, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Animals.
Ranch Simulator is a farm simulator from Toxic Dog studio. The game offers players the opportunity to run their own animal farm alone or with three friends. In addition, the game leaves a lot of freedom in the expansion of farm buildings.
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September 30, 2024
Simulation, Adventure Elements, FPP, Horror, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Zoo, Animals.
An original FPP game mixing horror with simulation, in which we play as a nightkeeper in the zoo. Our tasks in Zoochosis involve feeding and looking after the animals in the enclosures, as well as hunting down sick mutated animals and trying to create a vaccine for them.
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October 13, 2026
Strategy, Economic, Singleplayer, Xbox Play Anywhere, Zoo, Animals.
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2027
RPG, 2D, Crowdfunding, Strategic Elements, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Top-down, Zoo, Animals.
Super Zoo Story is an RPG with economic strategy elements, in which we play the owner of a zoo. We build facilities, take care of the animals we own, acquire new ones and develop relationships with local residents.
November 17, 2022
Arcade, Humorous, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Animals, PC Game Pass.
Goat Simulator 3 is a humorous arcade game in which we play the title goat and spread destruction.
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June 7, 2024
Strategy, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, Animals.
Developed by Slug Disco Studios, the game is an unusual real-time strategy, which places the player in control of an anthill. The experience is accompanied by a commentary resembling narration in a documentary film. This element of the game teaches the player a lot of interesting facts concerning the functioning of an anthill.
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Users
November 19, 2026
Arcade, FPP, Humorous, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
April 1, 2023, Early Access
Action, Humorous, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Looter Shooter, Multiplayer, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, TPS, Animals.
A TPP looter shooter starring a valiant crab. Crab Champions lets players fight their way through exotic islands, gaining better gear to face hordes of enemies. The game supports singleplayer and co-op for up to four people.
March 24, 2025
Strategy, Indie Games, RTS, Singleplayer, Animals.
The first expansion for the 2024 real-time strategy game. Empires of the Undergrowth: Exploding Ants expands the original game with one new species of ants and one new species of termites. The DLC features new units, capable of exploding and covering their enemies with toxic sludge.
Steam
September 21, 2017
Strategy, Educational, Simulation Elements, Indie Games, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Survival, Turn-based, Animals.
Niche – a genetics survival game is a turn-based game, in which you have to ensure the survival of a whole species of interesting creatures. It is important to obtain food, defend yourself from predators, and survive in general in the hostile environment, but first and foremost you have to pass your genes on. As the generations come and go, only those who adapted best can survive in the harsh world.
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September 1, 2023
Simulation, 2D, Casual, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Free-to-play, Animals.
Usagi Shima is a charming recreational game starring bunnies, tasking us with decorating and renovating an island to our liking.
Steam
April 23, 2019
Sports, Simulation Elements, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, About Horses, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Simulation sports game and economic strategy project, in which we play the role of a stud heir and a rider at the same time. In Rival Stars Horse Racing we take part in races, develop our own ranch and breed horses.
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November 6, 2025, Early Access
Strategy, City Builder, Economic, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Animals.
A city builder strategy game, in many ways similar to Timberborn. In Whiskerwood we lead a colony erected by a group of mice working for their cat overlords. We need to take care of the needs of the mice, manage their work and always think about pleasing our feline rulers.
Steam
November 7, 2024
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
An RTS, in which we command an army of ants. Empire of the Ants is an adaptation of a novel of the same name, written by Bernard Werber and published in 1991.
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May 30, 2023
Adventure, Fantasy, Indie Games, Polish games, Cozy Game, Farm, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Life Sim, TPP, Animals.
A TPP adventure game with farming and life sim elements. Everdream Valley has us playing as a child helping their grandparents run a farm, living through various, often fantastical adventures.
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Steam
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October 14, 2026
Adventure, Indie Games, About Dogs, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Steam
October 16, 2026
Adventure, Cthulhu, Indie Games, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Steam
December 7, 2025
Adventure, FPP, Indie Games, Cozy Game, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A cozy adventure game where we play as a young ferret who hangs Christmas lights and other decorations around the town. In Light Up the Town, we have the opportunity to play at our own pace, decorating Bellflower according to our unique vision.
Steam
March 23, 2022
Simulation, Economic, FPP, Polish games, Dogs, Singleplayer, Animals.
Animal Shelter Simulator is a recreational shelter management simulator, where we can perform all animal care activities ourselves. The Polish company PlayWay is responsible for the creation and release of the game.
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November 5, 2021
Strategy, 2D, Economic, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Zoo, Animals.
An economic strategy in which we take control of our own zoo. In Let's Build a Zoo we not only build enclosures for animals and take care of the infrastructure for visitors, but also create our own, often absurd crossbreeds.
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November 13, 2000
Arcade, Cartoons, Singleplayer, Stealth, Animals.
A three-dimensional game based on an animated film of the same title, maintained in the convention of a "stealthy", in which a group of farm animals makes a desperate attempt to escape from the farm.
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October 13, 2026
Arcade, Humorous, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
Steam
December 1, 2026
Adventure, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
June 21, 2024
Simulation, Economic, FPP, Polish games, Singleplayer, Animals.
A simulation game about running the titular store and selling pet animals. In Pet Shop Simulator we must take care of potential clients showing up in the store, pick the ideal animals for them and also manage our business, expanding the shop or buying new properties.
Steam
April 16, 2026
Arcade, Adventure Elements, Indie Games, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A 3D adventure platformer. The Gecko Gods has us playing as a gecko on a journey to save its friend, traversing ancient ruins, facing challenges and solving clever puzzles.
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February 19, 2025, Early Access
Simulation, FPP, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, About Horses, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A simulation game about horse riding and taking care of horses. We can create our own mount in Unbridled: That Horse Game and then start working on our riding skills. The game also allows us to explore the world, meet its inhabitants and climb career steps. We can play the game alone or in online coop.
Steam
July 23, 2025
Simulation, Economic, FPP, Internet, Co-op, Cats, Multiplayer, Polish games, Dogs, Singleplayer, Animals.
A sequel of the popular FPP simulator about running an animal shelter. In Animal Shelter 2 we can take care of homeless dogs and cats, making sure they're in good health and ready for adoption. We must also hire additional workers and expand the shelter. The game supports singleplayer and coop about working together to improve the shelter.
Steam
November 7, 2024
Arcade, Humorous, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A graphically refreshed version of the humoristic TPP action game from 2014. Goat Simulator Remastered allows us again to play as the titular goat and our goal is to simply wreak havoc. There are many open maps available, including all of the add-on content.
June 19, 2024
Arcade, Humorous, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
An expansion to a popular arcade TPP game. Goat Simulator 3: Multiverse of Nonsense is once again filled with an absurd humor and a task to save the universe. We have a brand new map, 8 new goats, over 100 new items and even a dialogue system to communicate with NPCs.
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September 19, 2024
Adventure, Exploration Games, Indie Games, Cats, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A third-person adventure game starring Dawn the cat. Copycat is an emotional tale about bonds and separation, as the protagonist is replaced by the titular copycat and must find a way to return to her owner.
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August 27, 2015
Strategy, 2D, Economic, Simulation Elements, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Free-to-play, Zoo, Animals.
A free-to-play economic strategy from Upjers studio. My Free Zoo allows us to build our own zoo from scratch, playing alone or in coop mode. We must ensure the zoo's development, bringing more animals and attracting more guests. The culmination of our work is to feature live dinosaurs in the zoo.
Steam
November 5, 2025
Action, Arcade Elements, Indie Games, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, TPP, Animals.
A combination of an action game and a 3D platformer, inspired by Spore. In Strange Seed, we take on the role of the titular organism that absorbs the DNA of defeated creatures. This allows us to "borrow" certain body parts from them and evolve in the direction we choose.
Steam
August 28, 2013
Adventure, FPP, Indie Games, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Survival, Life Sim, Animals.
An original action adventure game with survival elements, developed by Might and Delight. The player controls a female badger trying to survive in a hostile environment with several offspring to feed. Shelter is a third-person perspective game. The player's mission is to find an appropriate den and ensure the safety of the badger family. The player has to provide basic living conditions for the small badgers. The world is full of dangers, however, such as environmental threats (fast-flowing rivers or steep slopes), or hunters and predators, against whom the female badger does not stand a chance. The creators put special emphasis on recreating the bonds existing between the mother badger and her cubs. The game features extremely original visuals that contribute to the game's unique experience.
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October 31, 2017
Strategy, Economic, Simulation Elements, Internet, Multiplayer, PC Game Pass, Singleplayer, Xbox Game Pass Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Zoo, Animals.
Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection is an economic strategy game developed by Blue Fang Games. The player runs their own zoo here and the game constitutes an improved edition of Zoo Tycoon (2013, created by Frontier Developments).
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Users
January 4, 2008
Arcade, 2D, Puzzle Elements, Platformers, Polish games, Singleplayer, Animals.
Turtix 2: Rescue Adventures is a 2D platformer with elements of a logical game produced by In Images studio in Krakow. Players will learn more about the adventures of a nice turtle - Turtiks, who must save the little turtle so that they don't fall into traps set by cunning villains.
February 26, 2016
Simulation, RPG Elements, FPP, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Survival, Animals.
Bear simulator, developed by one-man Farjay studio with the support of Kickstarter’s users. We play as the eponymous bear and are tasked with surviving in unfriendly environment. We explore the game’s open world and get food by catching fishes, stealing honey from beehives, and gathering tasty species of plants. We also make use of our strong paws and claws to clear our way and fight with other animals. Resting in our cave will be necessary to replenish our lost energy. There is also a character development system, with our bear protagonist gaining more strength, vitality, luck, intelligence and other skills which will make surviving easier. The game employs first-person perspective, and its visuals – while rather unimposing – offer a variety of landscapes and include a day and night cycle as well as dynamic weather.
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July 28, 2022
Adventure, 2D, Economic, RPG Elements, Simulation Elements, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Animals.
A lightweight game on the verge of adventure games, simulations and economic strategies. In Bear and Breakfast we play the role of a bear who runs an inn in the forest, trying to earn as much money as possible and develop his business, as well as learn the secrets of green thicket.
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August 29, 2024
Action, Arcade Elements, Humorous, Indie Games, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, Shooters, TPP, Animals, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium.
An action game full of ridiculous humor. In Squirrel with a Gun we play a squirrel who wanders the neighborhood with a gun in his paw and fights the pursuing agents, performs tasks and solves various puzzles.
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Steam
December 14, 2023
Arcade, Crowdfunding, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, 3D Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Animals.
River Tails: Stronger Together is a 3D platform game about a wild cat and fish's journey up a river. The game was designed for co-op mdoe, but it also offers a singleplayer mode where one player controls both characters.
Steam
March 30, 2021
Adventure, Simulation Elements, FPP, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Survival, Animals.
Shelter 3 is the next installment in an unusual simulation cycle from Might and Delight, where players take on the role of wild animals and fight for survival. This time they're gonna have to play the elephant.
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