15 Cozy Games Like Keeper That Bring Calm to Caretaking

If you loved Keeper for its gentle rhythm of caring for creatures and cultivating peace in your own little world, you’ll find that same soothing energy in these titles. These cozy games transform caretaking into comfort — whether you’re tending to animals, nurturing spirits, or helping others find their way home.

They remind us that care, in all its quiet forms, can be the most healing kind of adventure.

Spiritfarer

Guide lost souls to the afterlife while managing your ship, cooking, crafting, and listening to each spirit’s story. Its gentle caretaking mechanics and emotional depth make it one of the most heartfelt cozy experiences around.

Cozy Grove

Act as a Spirit Scout on a haunted island, helping ghostly bears find peace through crafting, decorating, and kindness. The slow daily progression encourages mindful play and calm connection.

Cats & Soup

Watch adorable cats cook, chop, and serve soup in a forest clearing. You don’t need to do much—just care for your feline chefs and enjoy their soothing company in an endlessly relaxing setting.

Garden Paws

Run a small shop, farm crops, and raise animals while upgrading your village and taking care of your neighbors. Every little task feels rewarding and stress-free, turning caretaking into pure contentment.

Bear and Breakfast

Play as a well-meaning bear running a cozy lodge for travelers. Managing rooms, cooking meals, and caring for guests is simple, funny, and delightfully wholesome.

My Time at Sandrock

Rebuild a desert town as a skilled builder — crafting tools, feeding animals, and helping residents flourish. The game balances caretaking with light adventure in a way that feels both productive and peaceful.

Roots of Pacha

Work alongside your tribe to nurture crops, raise animals, and build community during the Stone Age. Every discovery feels like caretaking on a deeper, communal level.

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

As a young girl visiting her grandparents’ island, you photograph and rescue animals while cleaning up the environment. It’s a gentle caretaking journey that blends exploration with environmental love.

Little Friends: Puppy Island

Take care of playful pups, train them, and explore a tropical island full of joy. With no time limits or pressure, every interaction radiates calm companionship.

Ooblets

Grow adorable creatures from seeds, care for them, and watch them dance their hearts out. The game’s quirky charm and low-stress caretaking make it a delightful way to unwind.

Sun Haven

Take on the role of a farmer, caretaker, and town helper in a magical world brimming with warmth. You’ll care for crops, animals, and friendships all while restoring peace to your community.

Pine Hearts

Help maintain a mountaintop campground while meeting hikers, cleaning trails, and lending a hand to those in need. The storytelling is as gentle as its caretaking themes, making it a balm for busy hearts.

Moonstone Island

Care for spirits, grow plants, and build a tranquil home across floating islands. It’s part farming sim, part creature care adventure — and entirely cozy.

The Wandering Village

Care for a community living on the back of a massive creature as it travels through strange lands. Balancing your people’s needs with caring for the giant itself brings a unique, meditative kind of stewardship.

Botany Manor

Step into the shoes of a retired botanist tending to her grand old estate, nurturing rare plants that reveal secrets of the past. Solving gentle puzzles and caring for each plant feels deeply therapeutic — a quiet reminder that tending to life, even in small ways, can help things bloom again.