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Games like Alchemy Story

Below are 16 hand-picked alternatives to Alchemy Story for fans of simulation, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Alchemy Story also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, more from Cozy Bee Games. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

About Alchemy Story: Discover a world of magic, cute creatures and adventure in Alchemy Story, a casual farming simulation game! Grow your garden, brew potions, care for your pets and meet new friends!

2020Simulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableWindowsby Cozy Bee Games
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Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.

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    Harvest Life — Steam game cover

    Harvest Life

    Top pick for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Show your mettle as both an aspiring organic farmer and a part-time adventurer. And then you might be in for a romantic happy ending.

    2017IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Dragon Acres — Steam game cover

    Dragon Acres

    Second-strongest match for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Collect and raise cute dragons while shaping your land into a thriving farmstead. Bond with your dragons and they will help you on your farm.

    IndieAdventureSimulationSteam ↗
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    Garden Paws — Steam game cover

    Garden Paws

    Third-strongest match for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    You have inherited your grandparents farm as they set off to travel the world. Work with Frank at the local construction shop to finish off the final touches on your new home. Aid Frank and Mayor Wilson in building up the town so it may reach it's full potential.

    2018IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    No Place Like Home — Steam game cover

    No Place Like Home

    Ranked #4 for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Humanity Trashed the Earth and left for Mars. Only few remained. EXPLORE the world. Clean the environment, CRAFT with recycled resources. Domesticate animals. Rebuild your village. Restore environment and run your own post-apo FARM as there is No Place Like Home!

    2022IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Hokko Life — Steam game cover

    Hokko Life

    Ranked #5 for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Hop off the train and into your new life in the village of Hokko! Take over the old workshop and get creative; use crafted materials and design everything in town! With complete creative freedom, what type of town will you build?

    2022IndieAdventureSimulation19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Farlands — Steam game cover

    Farlands

    Ranked #6 for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Congratulations, you’ve bought your own planet! An agrarian rock at the edge of the galaxy that, for some reason, was practically being given away for free. So the time has come to leave your hectic, stressful life in an overcrowded metropolis for a more rural and rewarding life.

    2024IndieSimulationRPG17.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Immortal Life — Steam game cover

    Immortal Life

    Ranked #7 for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Embark on a magical journey in this captivating life simulation game. Escape to a welcoming valley, farm with spells, and master skills like fishing, crafting, and cooking. Engage in epic battles, strengthen the bonds with your companions, and build your dream home to achieve Immortal Life!

    2024ActionAdventureSimulation6.79 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town — Steam game cover

    STORY OF SEASONS: Friends of Mineral Town

    Ranked #8 for Alchemy Story fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Experience the joys of life on the farm in this reimagining of a timeless STORY OF SEASONS classic!

    2020SimulationRPGCasual9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Alchemy Story

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    Stardew Valley — Steam game cover

    Stardew Valley

    Reviewers of Alchemy Story cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?

    2016IndieSimulationRPG14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Ooblets — Steam game cover

    Ooblets

    Reviewers of Alchemy Story cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Ooblets is a relaxing and offbeat farming, town life, and creature collection game. Manage your farm, grow and train your ooblets, explore strange lands, and have dance-offs!

    2023IndieAdventureSimulation29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
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    Harvest Moon: Mad Dash — Steam game cover

    Harvest Moon: Mad Dash

    Reviewers of Alchemy Story cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Go solo or take along a few friends in this fast-paced farming frenzy! Harvest, fish, milk, and more as you fulfill orders to complete each level, but watch out for molten lava, raging boars, and other obstacles!

    2019Casual19.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Yu Crossing Animals — Steam game cover

    Yu Crossing Animals

    Reviewers of Alchemy Story cross-mention this title as a similar play.

    Yu's got a new job - working as a mayor's assistant in a small town.

    2021AdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Cozy Bee Games

Other recommendable Steam games by Cozy Bee Games, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

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    The Ranch of Rivershine — Steam game cover

    The Ranch of Rivershine

    Another title from Cozy Bee Games, the studio behind Alchemy Story. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Saddle up and build your own horse ranch! Raise foals, care for your horses and train them as you explore the countryside. Participate in cross country competitions and become your town's champion! Befriend the villagers who'll help you on your adventure at the Ranch of Rivershine!

    2025Simulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Lemon Cake — Steam game cover

    Lemon Cake

    Another title from Cozy Bee Games, the studio behind Alchemy Story. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Restore an abandoned bakery and prepare pastries from farm to table! Grow fresh ingredients in the greenhouse, cook pastries & sweets in the kitchen and serve your baked goods to hungry customers in your own shop!

    2021IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Capybara Spa — Steam game cover

    Capybara Spa

    Another title from Cozy Bee Games, the studio behind Alchemy Story. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Build your own capybara spa in this relaxing point and click simulation game! Grow fruits, craft soaps and clean towels to pamper the capybaras during their visit. Furnish the mountain with gardens, baths and decorations to design the best capybara spa!

    2022Simulation7.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
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    Bunny Park — Steam game cover

    Bunny Park

    Another title from Cozy Bee Games, the studio behind Alchemy Story. Shares Simulation with Alchemy Story.

    Manage your own bunny park! Give snacks and toys to your bunnies. Improve and decorate your park to increase its popularity and collect all the bunnies!

    2020Simulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Alchemy Story

Does Alchemy Story run on Steam Deck?
Alchemy Story is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Alchemy Story cost?
Alchemy Story is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Alchemy Story?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Alchemy Story are Harvest Life, Dragon Acres, Garden Paws.
Who developed Alchemy Story?
Alchemy Story was developed by Cozy Bee Games.

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