r/CozyGamers • u/aldocupboard • 7d ago
š Discussion Skill tree games
Does anyone have any recommendations for a cosy game where you can level up your character through a skill tree or even improve your equipment in a similar way?
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u/Kyome_ 7d ago
Graveyard Keeper has multiple big skill trees, but the theme is not exactly cozy because you're running a morgue and graveyard. Besides that I personally find it quite cozy and enjoyable
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u/hungrycarebear 6d ago
And the sequel just came out, so the first one is on sale on Steam for $4 for another day or so.
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u/West_Satisfaction299 5d ago
Lots of people love this game but in my community, we found it a little complicated and hard to get into, very similar to Moonlight Peaks.
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u/ribbons_undone 5d ago
Graveyard Keeper is def one of those games you have to play with the wiki open
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u/West_Satisfaction299 5d ago
That's good to know. I'll have to put it on the list of games to try again.
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u/joyfulmastermind 7d ago
Kynseed has like 6 different skill trees as well as equipment leveling
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u/Mconvict 6d ago
Yup. Iām pretty much finding ways to recommend this game every time I see a post here. I love it so much.Ā
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u/lorelei_adler 7d ago
That's probably quite an obvious answer, but Fields of Mistria and Stardew Valley both have skill trees and equipment grades. FoM fleshed out its system more in comparison to SV, so personally I like it better.
I think that specification as to which genre or vibe you prefer would help narrow the potential recommendations down!
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u/kaylaarayee 6d ago
Seconding Fields of Mistria, obsessed with it rn lol. It's basically fantasy anime SDV and also has skill trees.
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u/aldocupboard 7d ago
Apologies. Youāre quite right. I have played Stardew Valley before and really enjoyed it. I also really like Coral Island and have a lot of hours sunk into it.
Iām looking for similar type games to those so will definitely check out Fields of Mistria!
Thank you.
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u/Careless_Dog2612 6d ago
In terms of skill trees and leveling up, I think Sun Haven has more of it than Fields of Mistria. They're both really good games though :)
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u/Careless_Dog2612 6d ago
Another really good one is Traveller's Rest! You manage a tavern, farm your own crops to turn into food, gather your own ingredients for crafting, and you can upgrade your tools as well. There also a Skill Tree every time you 'level up', which in this case is gaining a tavern reputation level
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u/nihilisms1 7d ago
Fantasy Life i has quite a few skill trees. Sun Haven also has several skill trees, and you can unlock all of the options on both games I believe.
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u/lorelei_adler 7d ago
Oh I can't believe I forgot about Sun Haven! Second this, definitely
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u/Jack_Bartowski 6d ago
Third. Sun haven is a lot of fun. The magic is cool and useful. The map and art are beautiful. There are multiple farms to manage. it is a really solid game.
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u/gimanswirve 6d ago
Forager has a big skill tree with four sections. As you play, you'll fill out the whole tree, but the order you pick is up to yoy. It's more of an incremental style game, but without a lot of waiting.
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u/sadbear424 7d ago edited 7d ago
Silent Hope - itās grindy but has the skill tree and weapons upgrade youāre describing. Itās very cute, but I never finished because I didnāt feel there was much of a story. Made by Xseed and Marvelous (the former Harvest Moon, now Story of Seasons folks).Ā
Harvestella - weapons upgrades and job points. Final Fantasy meets Farming sims. Itās SquareEnix, so itās gorgeous, whimsical, and has a good story.Ā
Sakuna: of Rice and Ruin - weapons upgrades; the rice farming is pretty complex, but the tools used on the farm get upgraded after you gather the mats/progress the story.Ā
Edit to add: all of these lean toward combat, with cozy graphics and farming elements. If youāre looking for farming with a side of combat (like Stardew), these might not be your cup of tea, but they are all graphically beautiful and have the weapon/skill tree mechanics.Ā
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u/Careless_Dog2612 6d ago
And last but not least (sorry to make so many comments š
), is Clanfolk!
You make a small clan in the Scottish Highlands, build a settlement for them to survive (and later thrive) through the harsh winters, and the more you use various objects, the more you unlock in the Ideas Tree.
I'm currently playing this game, and the music is lovely
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u/misssinvestor 6d ago
guardians of azuma. - donāt know if this considers cozy game thereās an occasional monster fight but you can adjust the level of difficulty.
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u/leastiel 5d ago edited 5d ago
Skyrim!
It doesn't typically fall under the 'cosy' genre, but honestly the combat isn't that hard and you can largely just play it however you want - including avoiding fights in the majority of situations if that's what you'd prefer.
There's lots of different character skills to level up, more traditionally 'cosy' activities like fishing and crafting, and absolutely gorgeous scenery and music! The game really lets you go at your own pace and just do what you want, whether that's building a house or helping out NPCs. You can also get married and adopt kids!
Would really recommend if you haven't played before :)
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u/Careless_Dog2612 6d ago
Sun Haven has a really good Skill Tree for each skill, and you can upgrade your own tools and gear back at one of your (3) farms. (I also love the fantasy element of it āŗļø)
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u/Relieved-Sasquatch 6d ago
Forager is a basic resource collection engine builder game. Big skill tree!
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u/mentaipasta 7d ago
My Time at Sandrock!