15 Best Games Like Len’s Island

ByKristen Wood

Discover 15 fun games like Len’s Island that blend adventure, exploration, and building. Perfect for players who love immersive gameplay and crafting their own stories!

Collage of four different video game scenes: character by a campfire in woods, a farming village layout, two characters in a green area, and characters fighting zombies in a forest—reminiscent of games like Len's Island.

When I first played Len’s Island, I was captivated by its blend of adventure, exploration, and building. I’ve found 15 games that capture that same sense of wonder and creativity, perfect for anyone who loves getting lost in vibrant worlds and crafting their own stories. Happy gaming!

Games Like Len’s Island

1. Stardew Valley

A pixelated image of a cozy village in a sandbox game.

This beloved farming simulation game allows you to grow crops, raise animals, and explore caves. Its combination of farming, crafting, and exploration in a charming world mirrors the engaging elements of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, IOS, Android

2. My Time at Portia

A cozy screenshot of a Nintendo Switch game with a character in front of a cave.

In this colorful game, you restore a workshop, engage with a friendly community, and explore a vibrant world. The mix of crafting, building, and exploration offers a similar experience to Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Android, Nintendo Switch, IOS 

3. Terraria

In this cozy mobile game, a character chops down a tree, causing wood and acorns to drop. The friendly game interface displays an inventory message and tools menu at the bottom, while player health hearts are shown at the top.

Explore a vast, procedurally generated world filled with crafting, building, and combat. The open-ended exploration and resource management provide a creative and engaging experience akin to Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Android, IOS   

4. Don’t Starve

A character in a dark woodland setting sits by a small campfire cooking food. The scene has a gothic, hand-drawn art style, reminiscent of games like Len's Island, with "Don't Starve" and "Reign of Giants" text in the corners.

A survival game where you gather resources, craft items, and explore a mysterious world. Its focus on exploration, crafting, and survival echoes the adventure and creativity found in Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, GOG.com, Nintendo Switch   

5. Forager

A pixelated character stands in a green-lit area surrounded by rocks, trees, and grassy terrain. Text on the screen reads "Open Menu" and "Esc" at the center top, with a progress bar labeled "Level 1" above. The scene evokes a charm reminiscent of games like My Time at Portia.

A 2D open-world game where you gather resources, craft items, and build your base. The game’s emphasis on exploration and resource management offers a similar sense of discovery and creativity.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, IOS, Android 

6. Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles

A man is standing in a grassy area with a cute tree in the background.

In this open-world adventure, you farm, craft, and explore a serene island. The focus on exploration, creativity, and building relationships with the island’s inhabitants parallels the peaceful gameplay of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch 

7. Spiritfarer

An illustration of a deer in a red river.

Manage a boat, help spirits move on to the afterlife, and explore a beautifully designed world. Its emphasis on exploration, resource management, and heartfelt interactions mirrors the community spirit of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Android

8. Subnautica

View of an underwater scene through a helmet visor, showing a small submarine, colorful marine life, and a hand holding a scanning device. The "Subnautica" logo is visible in the top right corner, capturing the essence of cozy survival games beneath the waves.

Explore an alien underwater world, gather resources, and build your base while uncovering the mysteries of the ocean. The game’s focus on exploration and resource management offers an immersive experience similar to Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox   

9. Graveyard Keeper

A screenshot of a village in a game like Stardew Valley.

Tend to a medieval cemetery, explore dungeons, and craft items in this quirky management sim. Its blend of management and exploration provides a unique, cozy experience akin to Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation, Android, IOS    

10. Raft

In a video game, a person carrying a backpack and holding a machete faces a bear in a colorful, nature-rich environment, perfectly blending the serene elements of cozy survival games.

Survive on a raft by gathering resources, crafting items, and exploring the ocean. The cooperative exploration and survival elements create an engaging experience similar to the adventure of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, itch.io

11. Moonlighter

A screenshot of a game similar to Stardew Valley with a farm and trees.

Run a shop by day and explore dungeons by night, balancing management and adventure. The game’s dual gameplay loop of exploration and resource management echoes the engaging experience of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Nintendo Switch, Android

12. Green Hell

A jungle scene with various animals, including armadillos and anteaters, in a fenced area. Dense vegetation surrounds the enclosure, with trees and hanging vines engaging in nature's subtle plant games.

A survival game set in the Amazon rainforest, where you must gather resources, craft items, and survive the elements. Its emphasis on exploration and survival provides a challenging experience similar to Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, Xbox, PlayStation   

13. The Forest

Three figures, two appearing skeletal and one fully dressed, stand in a wooded area reminiscent of scenes from games like Len's Island. One skeletal figure holds an object towards the man, who looks distressed. The scene is in a forest with sunlight filtering through.

Survive in a mysterious forest by gathering resources, building shelters, and fending off threats. The game’s open-world exploration and survival mechanics create a thrilling experience similar to the adventure of Len’s Island.

Available On: Steam, PlayStation  

14. Hytale

Three blocky, anime-styled characters stand in a lush green forest reminiscent of games like Len's Island. One character, with red skin and horns, waves to another who is walking and wearing brown. The third stands nearby in green attire.

An upcoming sandbox game that combines exploration, building, and adventure in a procedurally generated world. Its emphasis on creativity and exploration mirrors the engaging elements of Len’s Island.

Available On: Nexarda 

15. Minecraft

A first-person view in Minecraft shows a lush jungle biome with tall trees. The HUD displays a health bar and a hunger bar, with the player having no items in the quick-access inventory slots.

Explore, build, and survive in a blocky, procedurally generated world. The open-ended creativity and exploration offer endless possibilities, making it a perfect alternative for fans of Len’s Island.

Available On: Android, IOS, Xbox, PlayStation    

Kristen is a writer, photographer, cookbook author and avid cozy gamer. Her work has been featured in various publications including Forbes, The Associated Press, Elle, Pure Wow, Chicago Sun-Times, and Willow & Sage Magazine.

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