Games Like AirportSim

This is a consumer version of the professional VR training software developed by AVIAR and used by the biggest airports and ground handlers to train their ground staff. Your role is a ground crew member and you will perform different tasks during an aircraft turnaround process at the airport.

Why similar: Jet 29% ★, Flight 21.7%, Education 13.7%, Immersive Sim 12.1%, Realistic 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This is the most direct thematic match, focusing specifically on the ground handling tasks performed at an airport.

Explore the world with our largest fleet of aircraft and take simulation to new heights while pursuing your aviation career within Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Why similar: Hobby Sim 46.1% ★, Flight 19.4%, Realistic 7.2%, Sandbox 5.4%, Simulation 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the essential aviation context that makes the ground operations in AirportSim feel meaningful and immersive.

Load, drive, and deliver through a huge open world with up to 24 players in cross-platform multiplayer. Join your friends in exciting heavy transport convoys. Jump into the driver's seat of more than 30 unique vehicles and carry out complex loading tasks to deliver a variety of cargo.

Why similar: Driving 22.3%, Sandbox 12.7%, Management 12.7%, Open World 12.6%, Realistic 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: The operational loop of managing cargo and driving specialized vehicles mirrors the ground handling experience perfectly.

England, 1940. The Luftwaffe is preparing for the invasion of Britain and the RAF need every man to stop it. They need you. Join the ground crews as they struggle to keep the aircraft flying. Repair engine, patch bullet holes, rearm machine guns and more.

Why similar: Simulation 31.2%, Management 19.5%, Family Friendly 13.6%, Realistic 13%, First-Person 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same aviation maintenance focus, requiring players to perform detailed technical tasks on aircraft.

Construction Simulator has returned – larger and more impressive than ever! Fulfil your ambition to become a successful construction entrepreneur by establishing your business from scratch, assisted by your mentor Hape.

Why similar: Driving 17.6%, Education 14.8%, Online Co-Op 14.3%, Open World 10.8%, Immersive Sim 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar experience of operating complex, licensed heavy machinery to complete specific job-site objectives.

Start your career in logistics today in Forklift Simulator! Take on a variety of different missions, a selection of vehicles and an extensive career mode in which you can put your skills to the test. Are you ready for the challenges ahead?

Why similar: Driving 21.6%, Immersive Sim 19.9%, Realistic 13.5%, Management 11.1%, Simulation 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Operating heavy machinery in a logistics environment is a core mechanic shared with the ground handling duties in AirportSim.

For the first time in railroad simulation, play as both the driver and company director! Take the controls of your locomotives and grow your railway empire by negotiating deals and developing your network.

Why similar: Job Simulator 20.8% ★, Driving 13.4%, Realistic 11.1%, Open World 11.1%, Management 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It balances the operation of heavy transport vehicles with the management of schedules and station duties.

Buy an abandoned gas station and restore it to its full glory. Renovate, upgrade and expand upon the offered services to keep up with your clients demands.

Why similar: Driving 20.5%, Education 20.1%, Management 14.8%, Simulation 12.1%, Open World 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the same satisfying 'service-based' job loop where you manage multiple tasks to keep a facility running efficiently.

SimRail is new, advanced railway simulator. Master high-speed long-distance EMU, heavy freight hauls and suburban trains. Travel 500 km of geodetic-data based real routes. Become train dispatcher and control the traffic according to the schedule or cooperate with other players on multiplayer mode.

Why similar: Driving 20.1%, Online Co-Op 11.9%, Life Sim 11.8%, Immersive Sim 11.8%, Realistic 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high level of realism in operational simulation, appealing to those who enjoy the procedural nature of AirportSim.

Build and manage an international airport!

Why similar: Flight 35.7%, Immersive Sim 15.4%, Management 15%, Sandbox 14.2%, Realistic 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: While more management-focused, it provides the necessary airport environment context for those interested in ground operations.

Build & Manage Your Airport. An International Hub or a Regional Masterpiece -- it's up to you. Buy more land to scale out, or escalators to scale up with MULTIPLE FLOORS. You're in full control in this modern business management tycoon!

Why similar: Flight 47.4%, Management 21.2%, Sandbox 21.1%, Simulation 8.7%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: It allows you to build and manage the airport infrastructure that supports the ground handling operations you perform in AirportSim.

Climb into the driver's seat of your car and your business, transport passengers across Barcelona and grow your company! Can you help relieve the transportation challenges of a city that never sleeps?

Why similar: Driving 20.9%, Job Simulator 20.3% ★, Immersive Sim 10.3%, Open World 9.6%, Realistic 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the realistic operation of a vehicle within a busy environment, similar to driving tugs and fuel trucks on the tarmac.

Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.

Why similar: Driving 25.2%, Immersive Sim 15.9%, Management 13.7%, Open World 13%, Realistic 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: As the gold standard for job-based driving simulations, it shares the atmospheric and procedural nature of professional vehicle operation.

Release the Pressure with PowerWash Simulator! Wash away your worries with the soothing sounds of high-pressure water. Fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find, all with the simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish.

Why similar: Sandbox 16.8%, Online Co-Op 16%, Immersive Sim 15.9%, Realistic 11.2%, Family Friendly 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the same meditative, task-oriented gameplay loop that makes repetitive maintenance jobs feel rewarding.

Firefighting Simulator lets you experience what it means to fight fires up close as an active part of a major US city's firefighting crew - together with up to 3 friends in the co-op multiplayer- or in the single player mode.

Why similar: Driving 25.8%, Online Co-Op 17.3%, Realistic 15.7%, Simulation 11.7%, Open World 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: The emphasis on team-based, procedural operations in a high-stakes environment is a strong parallel to airport ground crews.

Experience the serene joy of snow plowing in this relaxing simulation game! Drive powerful plows, clear roads, and keep your town safe. Uncover a surprising story, face survival challenges, and tackle advanced weather systems. Embrace winter's chill and become the ultimate snow-clearing hero!

Why similar: Job Simulator 25.9% ★, Driving 11.6%, Education 10.6%, Life Sim 8.9%, Sandbox 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on clearing runways and operational areas is a specific task often required in real-world airport ground handling.

Work your way to a service empire. Get your hands dirty in a highly realistic simulation game that pays major attention to details. Pay a visit to a new Auction house and buy cars in various conditions. Expand your range of services by investing in a new work space and equipment.

Why similar: Driving 21.3%, Sandbox 16.3%, Education 14.7%, Realistic 13.1%, Simulation 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on detailed, step-by-step mechanical maintenance provides a similar level of technical engagement.

Dust off your torch and hammer - it's time to get back to work, you have a new job to do. Visit the new beach coast with the largest, biggest ship graveyard in the world, dismantle huge ship parts and collect tons of precious steel. Roll up your sleeves, it's time to get back to the business.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 17.7%, Management 13.9%, Sandbox 12.2%, Realistic 11.9%, Education 11%

Why You'll Like It: The manual labor and heavy machinery usage involved in dismantling ships provide a similar 'blue-collar' simulation feel.

Immerse yourself in an ultra-realistic environment that brings the challenges of air traffic control right to your fingertips. With brand-new lighting system, intuitive 2D graphical user interface (GUI), improved voice recognition, 9 airports included, Tower! Sim 3 sets a new gold standard.

Why similar: Jet 43.6% ★, Flight 25.6%, Management 10.6%, Realistic 9.6%, Simulation 6%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the air traffic control perspective, which is the perfect operational counterpart to ground handling.

Play as one of the bidders for abandoned warehouses and uncover hidden treasures! Storage Hunter is a garage auction simulation game. Bid, win, and sell for profit! Become the king of storage auction.

Why similar: Job Simulator 33.8% ★, Driving 15.1%, Immersive Sim 10.9%, Online Co-Op 10.5%, Management 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: The job-based simulation loop of managing storage units provides a similar sense of professional progression.

Ultra-Realistic Flight Simulation

Why similar: Jet 34.9% ★, Flight 23.8%, Immersive Sim 11.7%, Realistic 9.4%, Simulation 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: The high level of realism in flight dynamics makes it a great companion for anyone interested in the aviation ecosystem.

Clean your worries away with this relaxing renovation simulator! Buy, fix, sell, and become a local legend. Or grab your power tools and build anything from scratch! With the online 2-4 players co-op mode, you can play both in sandbox and story mode together.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 18.2%, Sandbox 17.2%, Education 15.8%, Immersive Sim 12.4%, Family Friendly 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: The task-based, step-by-step nature of renovating properties mirrors the procedural workflow of airport ground handling.

Dive into the ultimate moving experience in Moving Simulator! Manage chaotic house moves, carefully pack belongings, load trucks, and navigate through hilarious disasters. Precision, speed, and creativity will make you a moving master!

Why similar: Driving 21.4%, Life Sim 17.2%, Sandbox 12.5%, Management 12.4%, Immersive Sim 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: It uses physics-based mechanics to simulate the logistics of moving items, which is a core component of baggage handling.

The All-in-One Simulation! Drive highly detailed and licensed real buses & trams, build and design your own transport company, and grow your network in a European-inspired city.

Why similar: Driving 30.2%, Immersive Sim 18.1%, Simulation 13%, Realistic 11.5%, Sandbox 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on public transport logistics and vehicle operation aligns well with the service-oriented nature of airport jobs.

Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.

Why similar: Flight 46.1%, Management 14.1%, Immersive Sim 12.5%, Simulation 11.8%, Open World 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a strategic look at the aviation industry, providing the 'big picture' for the ground operations you perform.

Embark on the ultimate maritime experience with Seafarer: The Ship Sim. Choose between careers, take the helm of a variety of ships, and expand your fleet. Navigate a vast open world and become immersed in the beautiful expanses and rolling waves.

Why similar: Life Sim 24.5%, Immersive Sim 19.7%, Realistic 14%, Open World 13.2%, Simulation 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar focus on the operational and technical aspects of maritime transport and maintenance.

We promise you will feel like a pilot flying airliners, helicopters, fighters, gliders, historical and aerobatic aircraft in a photorealistic world! Over 10,000 real world flights, highly detailed cockpits and scenery are awaiting you.

Why similar: Flight 50.6%, Immersive Sim 17.6%, Simulation 8.7%, Open World 8.4%, Realistic 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This provides a high-fidelity aviation environment that complements the ground-based focus of AirportSim.

Mini Airways is a real-time management game where you play the role of an air traffic controller. Clear your aircraft to takeoff & land, direct them to the destination...and most of all don't let them crash!! London, Tokyo, Shanghai... Test your ATC skills in distinctive maps around the globe!

Why similar: Jet 29.4% ★, Job Simulator 27.1% ★, Flight 16.6%, Immersive Sim 8.4%, Management 6.9%

Transport oversized cargo in a variety of missions across a 175km² open world. Drive customisable, highly detailed trucks through dynamic weather and day and night. The official cooperation with Gruber Logistics allows you to get behind the wheel of real-life heavy cargo transports.

Why similar: Driving 24.9%, Immersive Sim 14.7%, Open World 12.7%, Realistic 10.9%, Management 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The challenge of maneuvering oversized loads is a core skill shared with operating specialized airport ground vehicles.

Build your own airport in Skyhaven! Live out your airplane tycoon and simulation game fantasies and make the best surroundings and strategy for both airline manager and passenger alike. Schedule flight plans, build terminals, landing strips and more and create an airport tycoon empire in Skyhaven.

Why similar: Flight 44%, Management 28.2%, Simulation 18.5%, Sandbox 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This management sim rounds out the experience by letting you oversee the entire airport ecosystem.

The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.

Why similar: Flight 47.1%, Realistic 13.3%, Simulation 12.2%, Open World 10.5%, Multiplayer 4.8%

Fairground Online – The Ultimate Simulator! Operate rides, create light shows, and set the mood with music. Experience realistic physics, detailed controls, and a day-night cycle. Play online with friends worldwide and join the community!

Why similar: Life Sim 25.8%, Immersive Sim 17.7%, Simulation 16.3%, Realistic 15.3%, Online Co-Op 11%

Take to the skies in the World’s favourite flight simulator! The multi award winning Microsoft Flight Simulator X lands on Steam for the first time. Take off from anywhere in the world, flying some of the world’s most iconic aircraft to any one of 24,000 destinations.

Why similar: Flight 53.8%, Realistic 11.5%, Simulation 11.5%, Open World 10.4%, Multiplayer 4.8%

Transform and manage your dream hotel in vibrant Miami! Renovate your property, delight your guests, and boost your income. Expand your offerings with vending machines and food services to become the ultimate hospitality tycoon!

Why similar: Job Simulator 28.1% ★, Life Sim 10.6%, Sandbox 10.3%, Immersive Sim 10.1%, Management 9.6%

Have you ever wondered what flight attendants do on each flight? Let's find out with Cabin Crew Life Simulator, the pioneering flight attendant simulator with variety of aircraft, airports, passenger services, handling emergency situations, in-flight business, teamwork and much more.

Why similar: Flight 31%, Life Sim 20.5%, Management 11.1%, Sandbox 10.8%, Realistic 9.5%

From gliders and helicopters to wide-body jets, fly highly detailed and accurate aircraft in the Microsoft Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Edition. The world is at your fingertips.

Why similar: Flight 44%, Realistic 13.7%, Open World 13.7%, Simulation 11.1%, Multiplayer 6.3%

Tower!3D is the successor to the best-selling Tower! 2011 airport tower simulator. Tower!3D brings the whole environment to life in full 3D with realistic foliage, real time weather changes and volumetric lighting.

Why similar: Jet 32.1% ★, Flight 22%, Education 12.3%, Management 10.3%, Realistic 7.9%

Bring color to the world in Spray Paint Simulator! Restore worn-out surfaces with a fresh coat of paint and watch them come back to life. Use your spray tool with precision, cover every inch, and enjoy the satisfaction of a flawless finish.

Why similar: Job Simulator 41.7% ★, Sandbox 12%, Immersive Sim 11.3%, Education 8.1%, First-Person 6.2%

Aerofly FS 2 Flight Simulator lets you explore the world of flying in a quality never seen before. Fly a large selection of highly detailed aircraft or a helicopter with interactive 3D cockpits. Aerofly FS 2 currently features over 200 airports in the south western USA and global elevation and satellite imagery.

Why similar: Jet 30.4% ★, Flight 21.4%, Education 12.8%, Level Editor 12.6%, Open World 8%

Returns Outlet Simulator is a relaxed first-person simulation where every aspect of operating your own shop springs to life.

Why similar: Job Simulator 26.5% ★, Education 16.4%, Immersive Sim 12.9%, Life Sim 12.1%, Management 9.8%

Realife Simulator is an online life simulation where players can work, socialize, and grow by assuming different roles in a realistic city. Whether alone or with friends, freely choose a career, earn money, upgrade your vehicle, and shape city life.

Why similar: Driving 18.9%, Life Sim 18%, Immersive Sim 15%, Realistic 10.3%, Online Co-Op 9%

Step into the critical role of a baggage security operative in Airport X-Ray Simulator. As part of the backbone of airport security, you are the last line of defense against prohibited or illegal items making their way onto an aircraft or into the airport.

Why similar: Life Sim 19.3%, Immersive Sim 19.2%, Management 16.8%, Sandbox 12.7%, Realistic 9.9%

BH Simulator is a fun and immersive airport logistics game. As a baggage hub manager, build efficient conveyor systems to sort, unload, and load luggage. Plan smart routes, avoid bottlenecks, and prove you're the boss of the baggage game. Can you turn chaos into perfect order?

Why similar: Immersive Sim 20.6%, Management 18.6%, Sandbox 17.6%, Realistic 13.8%, First-Person 9.7%

Build your dream railroad across a huge open world! You can build tracks and stations, drive detailed locomotives, and transport goods to earn money and experience. Play exciting Online Multiplayer sessions with your friends or create your very own sandbox!

Why similar: Driving 19.4%, Online Co-Op 14%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Sandbox 12.7%, Open World 11%

Winter Resort Simulator 2 is the extensive simulation of a ski area with all its exciting technical facilities and vehicles.

Why similar: Driving 28.4%, Management 16.3%, Realistic 15.4%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Sandbox 9.4%

Become the hero of the taxiway and step into the shoes of an airport employee in Airport Simulator 2015. Experience exciting and varied tasks in the field of aircraft handling at a major international airport and take control of high-powered aircraft tractors, de-icing vehicles, and many more!

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Brave the challenging conditions of Alaskan life in the definitive trucker simulator. Be the master of your own destiny as you take jobs, transport cargo and experience a sense of freedom on foot and in your cab.

Why similar: Driving 25.1%, Immersive Sim 15.8%, Open World 13.2%, Realistic 12.9%, Management 11.8%

Take flight in a seaplane flight simulator through a rugged world where you are responsible for the care and maintenance of your plane. Deliver cargo between far-flung communities in a flooded landscape that challenges your piloting skills! Fix your plane and keep flying!

Why similar: Flight 36.8%, Immersive Sim 15.1%, Life Sim 12.5%, Simulation 10.5%, Sandbox 9.7%

Are you ready for the winter? Winter Resort simulator lets you operate detailed Doppelmayr cable cars and snow vehicles such as Pistenbully snowcats. Set in a realistic alpine landscape, you are responsible for managing your ski resort and keeping your guests happy.

Why similar: Management 22.1%, Simulation 21.5%, Realistic 18.9%, Family Friendly 11.1%, First-Person 10.5%

Welcome to Tram Simulator Urban Transit - get on aboard! In this game, you take on the role of a tram driver and manager. Drive 6 tram models. Transport passengers and drive them to the numerous stops. Plan your own routes, manage your timetables, and expand your tram network.

Why similar: Driving 21.4%, Immersive Sim 18.6%, Realistic 12.6%, Management 11.1%, Simulation 9.1%

RealFlight® is the industry-leading flight simulator for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Fly more than 300 hyper-realistic vehicles in an immense, open world right from your desktop. This RC classic is a must-have tool for flight enthusiasts of all skill levels!

Why similar: Jet 30.1% ★, Flight 28.7%, Realistic 11.7%, Level Editor 8%, Simulation 7.4%

Manage a prosperous car shop empire and enter the complex car maintenance and repair world. This simulation game offers a comprehensive, in-depth experience that combines strategic business management with the technical nuances of car maintenance.

Why similar: Education 21.7%, Life Sim 17.8%, Realistic 12.8%, Management 11%, Family Friendly 9.3%

Airport Simulator 2019 places you as the manager of a major international airport. Your duties range from planning and allocating personnel to procuring and maintaining a vehicle fleet, facility maintenance and handling ever larger aircraft from a variety of airlines.

Why similar: Simulation 100%

Build and grow your very own computer repair enterprise as you learn to diagnose, fix and build PCs. With real-world licensed components and comprehensive hardware and software simulation, you can plan and bring your ultimate PC to life.

Why similar: Education 26.6%, Immersive Sim 16.8%, Life Sim 11.2%, Sandbox 9.9%, Management 9.6%

Endless ATC is a realistic air traffic control simulator with a simple, easy to use interface. The goal is to guide as many planes as possible safely to the runways. Find out how many flights you can manage to control!

Why similar: Flight 36.8%, Immersive Sim 20.6%, Management 18%, Realistic 15.1%, Simulation 7.8%

An ultimate 1-8 player Co-op Simulation game where you build and manage your gas station completely from scratch. Team up with your friends, provide exceptional service and grow your business! Collaboration (and some chaos!) is the key to success—fuel up, have your fun and rise to the top!

Why similar: Job Simulator 33.3% ★, Online Co-Op 12.6%, Life Sim 11.3%, Management 10.7%, Immersive Sim 10.3%

Manage your own library! Organize and classify books however you like, furnish the space with shelves, help visitors find their books, and maintain silence to keep them happy!

Why similar: Job Simulator 41.3% ★, Management 10.3%, Online Co-Op 9.7%, Immersive Sim 9.6%, Education 7.3%