- #1 TV Show Tycoon
79% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: ORDA
Windows
Get in charge of your own TV Show Company in this text-based tycoon game! Have you ever thought of your own TV Show? Design your dream shows down to the small details. Release your shows and witness your audience comment on your design choices! Make money and release more shows and seasons!
Why similar: Movie 25.2% ★, Moddable 17.4% ★, Management 14.1%, Sandbox 12.2%, Simulation 7.9%
- #2 Legendary mobile phone store simulator
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Gold Treasure
Windows
Start your own local game store. Fix your phone, or hack them. Set your own prices, expand your stores, and open the secret room that has been sealed for a long time.Unravel the secrets left by Xiao Wang.
Why similar: God Game 35.5% ★, Simulation 14.2%, Strategy 13.3%, Management 13%, Sandbox 12.9%
- #3 The Executive - Movie Industry Tycoon
76% matchVery Positive81% of 1,031 reviews2025
Dev: Aniki GamesPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Shape the history of the Hollywood movie industry in this sandbox business simulation game. Create the movies you've always wanted to see, hire the best team, research cutting-edge technologies, and dominate the Box Office. Can you rise from a small studio to a Hollywood giant?
Why similar: Movie 34.7% ★, Management 16.3%, Moddable 15.8% ★, Sandbox 9.7%, Simulation 6.9%
- #4 Mercapolis
74% matchMixed68% of 47 reviews2024
Dev: Espetos Studios
Windows
Build and manage your own supermarket. Place orders for seasonal products, stock them on the shelves, and get ready to survive a workday full of surprises. Hire employees and keep your customers happy in Mercapolis.
Why similar: God Game 34.5% ★, Management 20.5%, Time Management 19.6%, Strategy 9.4%, Simulation 6.6%
- #5 Antbox
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: nonanonanonanonanonanona
Windows
Customize your own ant colony. Test its viability against starvation and predation. Pit rival colonies against each other and see who comes out on top. Do you like to watch ants go about their day?
Why similar: God Game 39.9% ★, Sandbox 18.7%, Simulation 12.5%, Management 11.9%, Casual 7.2%
- #6 Idol Hands
75% matchMixed44% of 188 reviews2015
Dev: Pocket GamesPub: Green Man Gaming Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Idol Hands is a strategy game where you gradually take over the world by guiding your people and defeating other gods.
Why similar: God Game 47.4% ★, Sandbox 18.2%, Strategy 15.1%, Simulation 14.8%, Casual 4.6%
- #7 Reus
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 5,899 reviews2013
Dev: Abbey Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In Reus, you control powerful giants to shape the planet to your will. You can create mountains, oceans, forests and more. Enrich your planet with plants, minerals and animal life. There is only one thing on the planet that you do not control: mankind, with all their virtues and and all their vices.
Why similar: God Game 63.5% ★, Strategy 11.9%, Sandbox 11.4%, Simulation 7.6%, Casual 2.6%
- #8 Don’t Let Them Drive
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Don’t Let Them Drive
Windows
Waves of drunk NPCs are determined to reach their cars and drive home. Team up with friends, cause controlled chaos, and stop them before it’s too late.
Why similar: God Game 40.3% ★, Time Management 18.6%, Sandbox 14.5%, Strategy 13.3%, Casual 7.4%
- #9 Soter
71% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Jethro TullPub: The Fridge Network
Windows
Play the role of a planet trying to keep the few humans who remain alive as you travel through an asteroid field in this simulator inspired by the classic Maxis game Sim Earth.
Why similar: God Game 42.2% ★, Time Management 17.5%, Management 17.2%, Simulation 9.7%, Strategy 9.1%
- #10 TasteMaker
69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,294 reviews2023
Dev: Jelle Booij
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
TasteMaker is a restaurant tycoon game. Design your own restaurant from the ground up, decorate, create a menu, hire and manage staff, and much more. Keep your customers happy and make a profit to keep the restaurant of your dreams from turning into a nightmare.
Why similar: God Game 26.1% ★, Management 16.4%, Sandbox 13.6%, Time Management 11.3%, Simulation 6.6%
- #11 Movie Cinema Simulator
68% matchVery Positive87% of 182 reviews2024
Dev: Akhir Pekan Studio
Windows
Build the most successful cinema business in the world!
Why similar: Movie 34.6% ★, Time Management 16.3%, Management 12.9%, Sandbox 12.1%, Parody 9.2% ★
- #12 Galimulator
69% matchVery Positive91% of 496 reviews2018
Dev: Snoddasmannen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Galimulator is a galactic empire simulation and sandbox game. See how Empires rise and fall, and how the people in them climb through the ranks to bring prestige to their Dynasty. Then throw in an invasion of self replicating Smatter monsters if you want to spice things up.
Why similar: God Game 39.8% ★, Simulation 30.3%, Sandbox 20.4%, Strategy 9.5%
- #13 From Dust
69% matchMixed67% of 2,935 reviews2011
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Immerse yourself in a world as exotically beautiful as it is dangerous in this modern God-Game where Nature is the Star!
Why similar: God Game 70.2% ★, Sandbox 11.9%, Simulation 10%, Strategy 6.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #14 Global Magnates: Shipping Tycoon
66% matchMostly Positive73% of 142 reviews2025
Dev: Aquila ChengduPub: Aquila Interactive
Windows
Global Magnates: Shipping Tycoon is a simulation game where you take on the role of a shipping entrepreneur. Carefully plan shipping routes, balance supply and demand across ports, and maximize profits to fuel your expansion. Build a worldwide network and rise as the definitive global magnate.
Why similar: God Game 29.9% ★, Time Management 16.8%, Management 16%, Moddable 13.4% ★, Sandbox 7.2%
- #15 The Story Of
66% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Mårten JonssonPub: JMJ Interactive
Windows
A collection of 3 relaxing simulators, never before released on PC. Grow the worlds, find all the endings.
Why similar: God Game 49.7% ★, Simulation 17.2%, Sandbox 16.5%, Management 12.2%, Choices Matter 3.5%
- #16 Terra Firma
64% matchVery Positive94% of 567 reviews2025
Dev: Working as Intended
Windows
Play god and create your own world in this complex simulation. Plate tectonics, wind and water erosion and plant life all develop and interact to produce a world that is viewable from a single tree to kilometres across.
Why similar: God Game 48.5% ★, Sandbox 16.7%, Simulation 16.4%, Strategy 13.6%, 3D 3.7%
- #17 Ecoplanet
65% matchNo user reviews
Windows · Mac
Ecoplanet is a Tycoon Eco-Sim that lets you research, breed and build ecosystems whilst creating an island tour business to become the richest island owner around! Unlock new animals, plants and scenic props to create exciting islands and bring more customers!
Why similar: God Game 29.8% ★, Management 18.4%, Time Management 16.6%, Sandbox 14.3%, Strategy 6.5%
- #18 SimCity™ 4 Deluxe Edition
65% matchVery Positive82% of 9,602 reviews2010
Dev: EA - MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition includes the bestselling SimCity 4 and the all-new SimCity 4 Rush Hour Expansion Pack. Create the most massive region of cities ever, with a farming town, bedroom community, high-tech commercial center, and industrial backbone.
Why similar: God Game 33.4% ★, Management 15.7%, Sandbox 13.1%, Moddable 10.1% ★, Isometric 8.7%
- #19 Sheep Island
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Arkhamsoft
Windows
You've get a no people island. Then there is only one thing to do. Use your hands to increase the number of sheep.
Why similar: God Game 51.6% ★, Sandbox 20.8%, Simulation 18.9%, Top-Down 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #20 Fata Deum - The God Sim
63% matchMixed59% of 448 reviews2025
Dev: 42 Bits EntertainmentPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Inspired by the god games of old, Fata Deum lets you mold settlements and townsfolk in your image. Will you raise the settlements to splendor, or spur them on to violent debauchery and demons? Watch as a living world grows under your whims.
Why similar: God Game 33.2% ★, Moddable 20.3% ★, Management 13.6%, Sandbox 11.5%, Strategy 7.1%
- #21 The Fool's Apprentice
64% matchMixed53% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: The Planar Danse
Windows
A wizard academy management sim where you—an obviously benevolent professor—must manage & cast spells on your many apprentices so that they might study the right spells… and perhaps even survive the researching process. Some may die, but oh well, can’t save them all!
Why similar: God Game 37.1% ★, Management 19%, Sandbox 13.4%, Time Management 9.8%, Simulation 7.2%
- #22 The Sandbox
66% matchMixed55% of 571 reviews2015
Dev: PIXOWL INC.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
READY FOR CRAFTING VIRTUAL WORLDS ON YOUR PC?The acclaimed world-building game featuring a unique mission-based approach is coming onto PC via Steam Early Access. With over 16 million players on mobile & tablets versions and 1,500,000 pixel blocks creations shared in the Online Gallery to date, this PC version is taking world...
Why similar: Sandbox 38.2%, God Game 37.3% ★, Simulation 12.2%, Strategy 7.7%, Casual 4.6%
- #23 Lands of Ma'at
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Builders of the Past
Windows
Lands of Ma'at is a city-builder with automation elements which puts you in charge of building the Great Pyramid. Found and develop cities all across Ancient Egypt, manage resources and logistics, spread faith and witness one of the greatest creations in history rising right before your eyes.
Why similar: Moddable 30.7% ★, Time Management 20.6%, Sandbox 15.5%, Management 9.6%, Simulation 7.2%
- #24 Medicus
62% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: FF GamesPub: DropoutCode
Windows
Step into the role of a medieval medicus! Manage your own medieval potion shop! Craft potions, serve customers, expand your workspace, and grow your reputation in a relaxing isometric simulation with strategic resource management.
Why similar: Time Management 18.4%, Sandbox 16.8%, Simulation 16.2%, Strategy 15.5%, Management 10.6%
- #25 Blockbuster Inc.
63% matchMixed52% of 600 reviews2024
Dev: Super Sly FoxPub: Ancient Forge
Windows
Ever dreamed of making your own movies? Build up your own movie studio, scout for upcoming stars, and produce cutting-edge films and TV shows. Try to stay ahead of your competition throughout the history of cinematography.
Why similar: Movie 30.8% ★, Moddable 19.6% ★, Time Management 12.6%, Management 12.1%, Sandbox 11.3%
- #26 me Igigu
62% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: ItsAllAGame
Windows
A (mostly) harmless cozy God sand-box, no so much a game, but a digital toy with no particular aim apart from enjoying shaping a world and helping your followers to thrive (or not!, your choice).
Why similar: God Game 47.2% ★, Sandbox 16.8%, Management 11.5%, Simulation 8.9%, Top-Down 7%
- #27 Art Syndicate
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Art Syndicate Team
Windows
Put your management skills to the test as an art gallery owner, exhibit the most brilliant paintings, create your own, and if you've already broken your moral compass try to snatch some precious artworks from your competition - "Exitus acta probat"!
Why similar: God Game 41.9% ★, Management 18.6%, Time Management 17.1%, Simulation 10.4%, Casual 5.2%
- #28 Maggie's Movies - Second Shot
63% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Space Fox GamesPub: Salient Games
Windows
Become a movie director and help Maggie survive her second shot at fame, as she directs her first feature-length pirate movie!
Why similar: Movie 29.9% ★, Time Management 21.4%, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 13.5%, Management 10.6%
- #29 Idle Gods
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Idle Gods
Windows
You are a newborn God. Harvest souls, unlock deadly powers and grow your faithful followers by smiting non-believers. Whether by a T-Rex with laser eyes, a blazing inferno or simply a violent sneeze, souls must be sacrificed. Let the harvest begin!
Why similar: God Game 44.3% ★, Time Management 17.9%, Management 10.8%, Isometric 8%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #30 Eco Balance
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dennis Gaming
Windows
The object is to keep a balance of O2 and CO2 in your world as you build it.
Why similar: God Game 30% ★, Sandbox 19.6%, Strategy 13%, Simulation 11.7%, Management 10.3%
- #31 Planet Coaster 2
60% matchMostly Positive72% of 12,719 reviews2024
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 32.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Build and customise thrilling roller coasters and incredible water slides, manage the ultimate theme park experience, and share your epic creations. Are you ready to ride the wave?
Why similar: God Game 36% ★, Sandbox 19.5%, Simulation 13.9%, Management 11.7%, Strategy 11.2%
- #32 Build-a-lot: On Vacation
61% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Hipsoft
Windows
Vacation towns are looking to upgrade their local attractions and your skills are needed! Can you get the gondola working at the ski resort? Will the fairgrounds get constructed in time for the festival? Find out in Build-a-lot: On Vacation!
Why similar: Time Management 26.3%, Simulation 23.2%, Strategy 21.5%, Management 16.9%, Casual 10.5%
- #33 MeowFactory
62% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Smola Game Studio
Windows
Welcome to the MEOWFACTORY! Automate production lines and manage limited space to achieve perfection. Connect machines with conveyor lines and minimize hand (well, paw) labour! In the near and depressing future, when the world is on the verge of destruction, ONLY MEOWORKERS can revive production!
Why similar: God Game 37.8% ★, Time Management 15.5%, Sandbox 15.4%, Simulation 13.7%, Strategy 13%
- #34 Game Dev Tycoon
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 44,646 reviews2013
Dev: Greenheart Games 💚
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.
Why similar: Management 44.4%, Simulation 19.9%, Moddable 12.1% ★, Strategy 9.9%, Sandbox 4.9%
- #35 Filmmaker Tycoon
62% matchMostly Negative26% of 93 reviews2023
Dev: Aternis Level 0Pub: Aternis Interactive
Windows
Filmmaker Tycoon is a next generation movie tycoon simulation game! You're the producer of your very own movie studio! Hire actors, build movie sets, make films, move up in the industry, and watch your finished films in Filmmaker Tycoon.
Why similar: Movie 40.5% ★, Management 16%, Sandbox 10.6%, Simulation 7.8%, Isometric 7.1%
- #36 InstaTok Tycoon
61% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: ilita studio
Windows
"InstaTok Tycoon " is a blogger simulator in the Tycoon genre that immerses you in the exciting world of digital marketing.
Why similar: Management 37.8%, Strategy 23.8%, Simulation 14%, Isometric 11.1%, Casual 10.3%
- #37 A Millionaire's Story
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Under Rise Games
Windows
In A Millionaire’s Story, you run a start-up. Make sure your clients are satisfied by managing the resources and the employees. Make decisions to overcome the challenges. Improve yourself as a leader and discover the perfect strategies to build a million-dollar business.
Why similar: Moddable 27.2% ★, Management 21.8%, Sandbox 13.5%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 9.8%
- #38 As The Light Goes Out
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moon Falcon
Windows
As The Light Goes Out is a simulation game utilizing Emergency and Rescue services from across the globe as its background. Become the Emergency Services Commander and take charge of the Fire, Police, and Paramedic departments! Instruct your teams and ensure public safety!
Why similar: Time Management 25.7%, Sandbox 24.6%, Simulation 23.9%, Management 17.5%, 3D 6.5%
- #39 Pet Shop World
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tul Games
Windows · Mac
Manage your own Pet Shop like no one else!
Why similar: Simulation 26.1%, Sandbox 25%, Management 19.7%, Strategy 15.9%, 3D 7.3%
- #40 Kneel!
61% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sweetbyte Games
Windows
A dark, stylized simulation about control and devotion. Build influence, exploit human weakness, and reshape a forgotten city districts through faith, fear, and obedience.
Why similar: God Game 41.5% ★, Time Management 15.3%, Simulation 14.8%, Sandbox 13.1%, Strategy 10.5%
- #41 You Are God
63% matchNegative19% of 42 reviews2017
Dev: BefuddleBug
Windows
Control the weather on a planet. Watch the life grow and develop religion and technology. Will they worship you or forget you?
Why similar: God Game 55.2% ★, Strategy 22.7%, Simulation 22.2%
- #42 Courier Chief Tycoon
60% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Aku Games
Windows
Develop the distribution network in your city and turn your warehouse into a big company. Hire motor couriers, deal with customer complaints and at the same time make sure you don't run out of products.
Why similar: Time Management 23.9%, Management 23.2%, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 11.7%, Isometric 8.4%
- #43 Substrate: Emergence
60% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Petri Dish Games LLC
Windows
Grow fluorescent cells that create mesmerizing emergent chaos. Simple mechanics hide deep complexity as cells evolve survival strategies through synergistic interactions. Catalogue successful lines and culture them to develop your own unique biology.
Why similar: God Game 45.8% ★, Sandbox 16.4%, Simulation 16.1%, Strategy 15%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #44 My Space Bar
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SuperSixStudios
Windows
Manage your own space station bar! Customize your station, hire staff, improve your menu, decorate, and add attractions like arcades and dance clubs!
Why similar: Management 33.3%, Time Management 19.2%, Simulation 19%, Strategy 11.2%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #45 Box Office Boss
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anchorhead Games
Windows
Where Hollywood Meets High Stakes: Box Office Boss is a thrilling and sometimes gut-wrenching roguelike game where you navigate the chaotic risks of making movies. Make smart bets on talent, roll with the randomness of production, and cross your fingers as you strive to become a true movie tycoon!
Why similar: Time Management 34.9%, Management 26.4%, Strategy 17%, Simulation 13.2%, Casual 7.4%
- #46 Roads of Rome: New Generation 3 Collector's Edition
61% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2020
Dev: Qumaron
Windows
This is the super Collector's edition of our New game Roads of Rome: New Generation 3. Collector's edition gives you 6 additional levels, Desktop wallpapers, 2 music tracks, Cache maps for all levels.
Why similar: Time Management 31.2%, Management 22.9%, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 13.8%, Casual 9.6%
- #47 Fruit Mart Simulator
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reality Fantasy
Windows
Run your own fruit store! Restock fresh fruits, design your store layout, and manage daily sales. Keep customers happy and grow your business into the most popular produce shop in town!
Why similar: Time Management 24.6%, Management 23.2%, Simulation 20.4%, Sandbox 12.7%, Strategy 8%
- #48 Simple Increment
60% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: PELMENI GAMES
Windows
Simple but addictive idle clicker game for those who just wants to relax and have some fun.
Why similar: God Game 39.9% ★, Management 19.4%, Sandbox 13.9%, Simulation 9.9%, Strategy 6.8%
- #49 Game of Life: Time
59% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Fox Games
Windows
See the trajectory of Conway's Game of Life through time in a 3D perspective. Create cells, destroy cells, randomly generate cells, and observe the evolution of cell groups on the timeline!
Why similar: God Game 65.6% ★, Simulation 15.8%, Casual 8.7%, 3D 7.1%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #50 Gods Must Work
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gnomes at Home e.U.
Windows
Gods Must Work is a turn-based city-builder about designing planets. Shape ecosystems, experiment with species for powerful synergies, and help humanity build thriving cities while balancing nature’s delicate harmony. Can you meet the demands of Deitech's™ cosmic clients?
Why similar: God Game 38% ★, Time Management 17.9%, Management 17%, Simulation 8.9%, Isometric 7.4%
- #51 Gym Empire - Gym Tycoon Sim Management
59% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Chronik Spartan
Windows
Build the gym of your dreams in the first ever gym tycoon simulation management game. Gym Empire is the sim where you become a gym tycoon. Build, manage, hire staff and create your Gym Empire how you want. Will you build a commercial gym or specialise in a certain field? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Management 19.8%, Time Management 18.5%, Sandbox 13.3%, Simulation 8.7%, Isometric 8.4%
- #52 SPORE™ Creepy & Cute Parts Pack
60% matchVery Positive89% of 2,123 reviews2008
Dev: Maxis™Pub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Add horror and humor to your universe. Make grotesque beasts or cuddly critters, then watch them do the robot, zombie walk, break dance and more! Includes over 100 new items. 60 New parts 48 New paint options 24 New animations
Why similar: God Game 50.5% ★, Simulation 21.8%, Sandbox 14.7%, Strategy 6.9%, Funny 3.5%
- #53 Bridge!
62% matchMostly Negative21% of 53 reviews2015
Dev: toxtronyx interactive GmbHPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Bridge! lets you be a structural engineer and a construction manager in one. Master the mystery to bridge with a limited budget and limited numbers of parts to divide and to ensure a smooth operation.
Why similar: Moddable 33.7% ★, Simulation 16.3%, Strategy 15.9%, Sandbox 14.2%, Casual 9.3%
- #54 Mars Attracts
57% matchVery Positive91% of 244 reviews2025
Dev: Outlier
Windows
Mars Attracts is a park management sim set in the iconic universe of Mars Attacks™. Play as the devious Martians as you construct detailed enclosures, manage staff, and most importantly - abduct and experiment on humans for the entertainment of your Martian guests!
Why similar: God Game 31.5% ★, Time Management 17.2%, Management 15.4%, Sandbox 13.5%, Simulation 8%
- #55 Super Movie Tycoon
57% matchMostly Positive79% of 314 reviews2025
Dev: Yuedong Game
Windows · Mac
Become a movie mogul in Super Movie Tycoon! From script to screen, build your dream team and create blockbusters to conquer Hollywood!
Why similar: Movie 38.1% ★, Management 15.7%, Time Management 15.6%, Sandbox 10.7%, Simulation 7.8%
- #56 Garland Boy
57% matchPositive100% of 49 reviews2025
Dev: Wappen Games
Windows
GARLAND FOR SALE! A game about a boy who earn his living by selling flower garlands to cars waiting in a traffic light at the intersection. Save enough money and follow his big dream. When the traffic light turns red, your job begins!
Why similar: Time Management 35%, Management 26.1%, Simulation 12.8%, Top-Down 10.9%, Casual 7.6%