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Games like Trade Post Forest

Below are 8 hand-picked alternatives to Trade Post Forest for fans of adventure, casual, early access, 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 Trade Post Forest 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. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

About Trade Post Forest: Trade Post Forest is an open world exploration game about a successful trade post in the middle of the woods. Explore the trade post and the surrounding land to discover new landmarks and tools. Don't get lost.

2023AdventureCasualEarly Access4.99 USDWindowsby Sam
Trade Post Forest — Steam game cover

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    Open Fishing XL — Steam game cover

    Open Fishing XL

    Top pick for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    Open Fishing XL is an open world fishing game focused on creating a relaxing experience. Fill out a book with 115 fish species, buy rods, items, boats and more, explore the large map, identify cute insects, draw your own map, and enjoy fishing without worries with intuitive fishing mechanics.

    2023SportsSimulationCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Book of Myko — Steam game cover

    Book of Myko

    Second-strongest match for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    Help Myko complete her mushroom foraging journal and get into the Royal Academy in this cozy, self-paced adventure game. Meet a colorful cast of characters in calm natural spaces as you uncover the gentle puzzle of mycology.

    2025IndieAdventureCasual5.99 USDSteam ↗
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    The Hunted — Steam game cover

    The Hunted

    Third-strongest match for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries.

    The Hunted is a horror-themed exploration and survival game. Months after the disapperences of several people, you are determined to document the fates of the missing, reveal the truth and clear your name. However, a huge, powerful beast lurks within the woods.

    2023Indie6.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Secrets of Antares — Steam game cover

    Secrets of Antares

    Ranked #4 for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Early Access with Trade Post Forest.

    Explore a breathtaking alien world in VR with just your jetpack and curiosity. No combat, no goals—just peaceful walking, flying, and soaking in the beauty of Antares. From tranquil beaches to sudden storms, it’s a serene escape shaped by stunning views and shifting weather.

    2025AdventureEarly Access9.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Pastor's Lake: The Game — Steam game cover

    Pastor's Lake: The Game

    Ranked #5 for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a country village and enjoy the rhythm of life in nature. In "Pastor's Lake" you can go fishing, build a sauna, farm, hunt, explore nature and more, without being limited to a linear plot.

    2024IndieAdventureSimulation9.99 USDSteam ↗
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    New York Rat Simulator — Steam game cover

    New York Rat Simulator

    Ranked #6 for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    In a world bound by the very laws of traffic, one Rat has been chosen.... Roam the streets of New York, imbued with unnatural jumping abilities, you can now disrupt the very fabric of society and collect pizza slices in the name of the glorious Rat King to summon the dark eldritch being of New York.

    2021IndieAdventureSimulation2.99 USDSteam ↗
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    African Safari — Steam game cover

    African Safari

    Ranked #7 for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    African Safari simulator. Go on a walking safari in a 4000 acre nature reserve. Score points by spotting mammals, try not to get killed by dangerous animals.

    2021IndieAdventureCasual11.99 USDSteam ↗
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    Platonic — Steam game cover

    Platonic

    Ranked #8 for Trade Post Forest fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure and Casual with Trade Post Forest.

    Platonic is a first-person puzzle adventure game. Explore five unique worlds. Solve logical challenges. Gather clues and think outside the cube.

    2022IndieAdventureCasual19.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Trade Post Forest

How much does Trade Post Forest cost?
Trade Post Forest is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Trade Post Forest?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Trade Post Forest are Open Fishing XL, Book of Myko, The Hunted.
Who developed Trade Post Forest?
Trade Post Forest was developed by Sam and published by Deep Forest Games.

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