Hidden Simulation Games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated simulation games. For those who prefer not to search, check out lists of the most played, top deals and best free to play Simulation games on Steam.

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Finnish Army Simulator Military service, just like you remember it! Or if you don’t, you’ll feel like you do.

Price 29.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 13 Jan 2023
Territory: Farming and Warfare From a small village of a dozen people to a small kingdom of thousands of people. Arrange for residents to work, gathering, fishing and hunting, farming and mining, processing and manufacturing. Trade, accumulate supplies, increase your strength, and fight evil forces and monsters.

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.1
Release 11 Jan 2023
Rogue AI Simulator Play as a Rogue Artificial Intelligence, in the sequel to the hit Flash game "I'm an Insane Rogue AI", played more than 4 million times! Your Prime Directive is simple: design a facility & manage human Test Subjects for the Dept of Science. But be careful: they NEVER stop being suspicious of you...

Price -70% 3.58€
Rating 7.7
Release 11 Jan 2023
Atrio: The Dark Wild Keep your disposable android-body alive by automating everything. Automate farming, foraging, crafting and capturing - and even assimilate creatures into your production lines during your impossible mission to relight the world.

Price 16.79€
Rating 7.7
Release 10 Jan 2023
Touge Shakai Touge Shakai (Mountain Pass Society) is an online Touge Racing Game based on Japanese car culture in the 90s. With an emphasis on balance between realism and fun gameplay, the physics are tailored for competitive drift racing, while giving a challenge to all players.

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.2
Release 07 Jan 2023
DARK NIGHT WITH FLOPPA Find all the pictures before Floppa finds you.

Price 0.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 06 Jan 2023
GRANDMA Join the battle to save earth from aliens and robots. Choose to play on the side of humans or aliens in battle. 1. Play alongside up to 50 online players 2. Choose various levels 3. Play in various modes such a s capture the king, rush, team deathmatch, conquest.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.0
Release 06 Jan 2023
Creature Creator Create your own creatures to explore online worlds with friends and collect new parts to upgrade your stats and abilities! Complete quests, battle enemies, challenge friends to minigames, or just have fun roleplaying — the possibilities are endless when your imagination is the limit!

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 23 Dec 2022
Sail Forth Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?

Price 19.50€
Rating 8.7
Release 21 Dec 2022
OverDrift Festival Become the star on festival of car culture and sports. Drift races and Free Style Drift tours on public roads with traffic. Huge game world, iconic tracks. Unique collection of cars. Wide range of tuning and styling options. Accurate physics: a sense of speed and lateral g-forces.

Price 14.79€
Rating 7.6
Release 21 Dec 2022
Coffee Shop Tycoon Manage your own coffee shop and control every detail to make it the most popular one in town! Roast your own beans and create your recipes. Hire and train your staff, manage your economy and marketing, and destroy your competition to become the ultimate legal coffee monopoly in Coffee Shop Tycoon.

Price -95% 0.49€
Rating 8.0
Release 19 Dec 2022
Sakura Hime 3 Arrive at the Cherry Blossom Garden and spend a sweet daily life with beautiful girls. Faced with their continuous barrage of temptations, how many days can you hold out?

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 16 Dec 2022
Aka Find inner peace in a small, open-world game. On these carefully handcrafted islands, you can take a nap on a giant monster, feed baby dragons, take care of the fauna and flora... ...but demons from your past might come back to remind you what you want to forget.

Price -51% 6.32€
Rating 7.2
Release 14 Dec 2022
Voor De Kroon Fight for control during the Friso-Hollandic Wars. Set in the medieval 13th century, the game features a strategy campaign and historical battles. Fight with your army in 3rd person battles and command your troops.

Price 24.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 09 Dec 2022
My Coworker is an Idiot Together with Steve, your coworker, deliver glass to the construction site. Try not to damage the city too much.

Price 1.99€
Rating 7.6
Release 08 Dec 2022
JellyCar Worlds It's a Car, made of Jelly! Squishy Physics, Tactile, Silly & Imaginative Driving/Platforming

Price 6.59€
Rating 9.1
Release 08 Dec 2022
Final Upgrade Help humanity to spread throughout the cosmos by exploring new worlds, building space factories and setting up trade routes. Research advanced technologies to increase efficiency and unlock new paths of development. Fight off other artificial intelligences in your goal to reach the Final Upgrade!

Price -94% 1.08€
Rating 7.4
Release 06 Dec 2022
Beach Invasion 1944 Defend the fortified beach during D-day against invading forces in this WW2 FPS game as the enemy attacks you with troops, tanks, planes and more! Use the iconic WWII weapons such as MG42, Flak88 and Panzers, prepare your defenses with mines, explosives and bonuses!

Price 9.75€
Rating 8.1
Release 02 Dec 2022
Another Farm Roguelike Another Farm Roguelike is a 2D farming & crafting game with rougelike elements where your job is to earn as much money as possible to pay the rent. Start from scratch and build the most profitable farm you can make as soon as possible. Work hard to be able to afford the rent.

Price 2.99€
Rating 7.7
Release 30 Nov 2022
Retro Gadgets Retro Gadgets is a sandbox where you build, code, and customize gadgets inspired by old-school electronics.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.6
Release 30 Nov 2022
Boba Simulator : Idle Shop Management Boba Tea shop simulator. Manage recipe, stock and customer satisfaction.

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 30 Nov 2022
Rush Rally 3 Indie smash hit Rush Rally 3 is a Simulation-style rally driving game created by just one person. Take on the challenge of rallies, rallycross and hill climbs, across 11 countries, with over 20 different cars. All of which can all be upgraded, tuned and customised to your liking.

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.8
Release 24 Nov 2022
Please Be Happy A comfy yuri VN about the foxgirl Miho and her quest to find the person who's most important to her. This emotional visual novel features two different heroines to choose from, and a story that will make you both laugh and cry!

Price 19.50€
Rating 9.1
Release 21 Nov 2022
CRUMB Circuit Simulator Powerful Realtime 3D Electronic Circuit Simulator

Price 8.79€
Rating 7.5
Release 18 Nov 2022

Simulation games offer players the chance to experience real-life scenarios in a virtual environment. Whether you want to build a thriving city, manage a farm, or pilot a plane, simulation games provide immersive experiences that can be both entertaining and educational. Here are some popular types of simulation games you can explore.

Life Simulation
Games that let you create and manage characters and their lives, like The Sims™ 4.
Vehicle Simulation
Experience driving, flying, or sailing in realistic environments, such as Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition.
City-Building
Design and manage your own city, balancing resources and the needs of your citizens, like in Cities: Skylines.
Farming Simulation
Grow crops, raise animals, and manage your farm in games like Farming Simulator 25.

Each game offers unique gameplay mechanics and challenges, ensuring that there’s something for everyone.

How to Find More Simulation Games

If you’re eager to explore even more simulation games, our site makes it easy! Use the category filters to narrow down your search. You can look for tags like "multiplayer" for games to play with friends or "realistic" for those that focus on authentic experiences. This way, you can quickly find games that match your interests.

Tips for Choosing the Right Simulation Game

Consider your interests
Think about what aspects of simulation you enjoy most. Do you prefer building and management, or are you more into exploration and adventure?
Look for games with strong community support
Games that have active communities often provide additional content, mods, and tips that can enhance your experience.
Check for user reviews
Reading reviews can give you insight into the game’s quality, gameplay experience, and any potential issues.

What are the best simulation games for beginners?

If you’re new to simulation games, consider starting with Stardew Valley or Two Point Hospital. Both are user-friendly and offer tutorials to help you get started.

What makes a simulation game great?

A great simulation game typically features engaging mechanics, a well-designed user interface, and a balance between challenge and fun. Realism and depth can also enhance the overall experience.

With a wide variety of options available, you’re sure to find a game that captivates you and provides hours of entertainment. Don’t forget to check back regularly for updates, as new games are released and ratings change. Happy gaming, and enjoy building, managing, and exploring in your virtual worlds!