Ang Animal games ay built around animals, pets, farm life, at nature themes. Puwedeng makakita ang player ng cats, dogs, horses, birds, fish, forest animals, o fantasy creatures. Sa genre na ito, madalas naka-focus sa care, observation, simple tasks, at understanding kung paano kumikilos ang animal.
Sa tag na ito, puwedeng may pet-care games, farm tasks, animal hospitals, horse riding, zoo management, fish keeping, animal puzzles, coloring, dress-up, at light adventure levels. May games na calm and child-friendly, habang ang iba ay may racing, collecting, missions, progression, at unlocking new animals.
Kapag pumipili, magandang tingnan ang visual style, simple controls, kung bagay ang animal theme sa player, at kung iniiwasan ng game ang pagiging too repetitive. Para sa short break, bagay ang pet care at simple tasks. Para sa longer play, mas okay ang many animal types, different locations, unlockable items, small goals, at balance na relaxed pa rin pero keeps interest.