- #1 Animal Shelter
97% matchVery Positive88% of 4,060 reviews2022
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
In Animal Shelter, your main target is to make your four-legged friends happy. Pet them, hand out treats, play with toys - and they will pay you back with great trust. Get to know the animals well enough to find them the best home! Don't wait any longer, open your animal shelter now!
Why similar: Dogs 17.6% ★, Cats 12.1%, Life Sim 11.8%, Education 11.8%, Family Friendly 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: The full version provides a complete experience of rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding homes for animals.
- #2 Planet Zoo
96% matchVery Positive91% of 94,593 reviews2019
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.
Why similar: Management 23.8%, Building 15.6%, Simulation 12.4%, Economy 11.4%, Family Friendly 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive animal management simulation that offers deep, realistic care and habitat design mechanics.
- #3 Little Friends: Puppy Island
96% matchVery Positive95% of 295 reviews2023
Dev: Big Blue BubblePub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Get ready for a pawsome puppy adventure in Little Friends: Puppy Island! Discover exciting locations, dig up hidden treasures, build and expand your holiday resort, and meet plenty of lovable little friends to care for on your very own un-paw-gettable, tropical island adventure!
Why similar: Dogs 25.3% ★, Education 18.5%, Family Friendly 13.6%, Life Sim 10.2%, Building 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on the direct interaction, training, and bonding aspects found in the seed game.
- #4 Pet Shop Simulator
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 329 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Run your own pet shop in Pet Shop Simulator! Find new homes for pets, thus fulfilling the dreams of your customers. Take care of the needs of animals by selling the right items and get involved in matters related to the pets' home life!
Why similar: Dogs 16.8% ★, Life Sim 10.8%, Management 10.6%, Family Friendly 9.2%, Education 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the management and care loop of running a business centered around animal welfare.
- #5 Zoo Simulator
94% matchMostly Positive73% of 191 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
In Zoo Simulator, your main task is to run and manage your own zoo. Renew it and take care of all the animals' needs, ensuring them a peaceful life! Will you attract crowds of visitors? Create your own zoo!
Why similar: Education 14.1%, Life Sim 11.8%, Family Friendly 9.7%, Management 9.1%, Realistic 8%
Why You'll Like It: This game allows you to manage a full-scale facility with diverse animals and complex maintenance tasks.
- #6 Dog Trainer
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moonlit S.A.
Windows · Mac
Dog Trainer lets you experience all the joy and challenges of owning a dog. Create an unbreakable bond with your pup, watch him grow by your side and help him become the best - whatever it means to you!
Why similar: Dogs 40.3% ★, Simulation 11.3%, Education 10.2%, Family Friendly 8.4%, Casual 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: This title directly mirrors the training mechanics and specialized care focus of the seed game.
- #7 Pets Hotel
93% matchVery Positive83% of 414 reviews2023
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Welcome to Pets Hotel, a place where you can start the business you always dreamed of! Pets Hotel gives you a unique opportunity to build, design, and run a place where pets can feel at home. Cats, dogs, turtles, and many other animals are waiting for you to take care of them!
Why similar: Dogs 22% ★, Education 20.7%, Immersive Sim 12.9%, Simulation 9.8%, Family Friendly 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar cozy management experience focused on providing high-quality care for various pets.
- #8 Animal Shelter 2
91% matchVery Positive81% of 1,344 reviews2025
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Welcome back to the heartwarming world of Animal Shelter 2! Provide a loving home for every four-legged friend in need – play with them, pet them, even dress them up! Get to know them and find them a loving family. Play with your friends and manage your shelter together in co-op!
Why similar: Dogs 19.8% ★, Cats 13.8%, Life Sim 10.3%, Family Friendly 8.4%, Management 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: The sequel expands on the original's rescue and care mechanics with improved visuals and systems.
- #9 Wildlife Park 2
92% matchMostly Positive72% of 560 reviews2014
Dev: b-alive gmbh
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Now’s the chance to build the Zoo of your dreams! Just like in a real Zoo, your animals must receive complete care. Feed them, train them, cure them and even relocate them. Observe their realistic interactions with one another, the landscape, the play equipment and even Zoo visitors.
Why similar: Horses 18.4% ★, Management 15%, Economy 11.7%, Building 9.9%, Realistic 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic management simulation that emphasizes the needs and happiness of various animal species.
- #10 Cat Cafe Manager
90% matchVery Positive88% of 3,138 reviews2022
Dev: Roost GamesPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Travel to the sleepy village of Caterwaul Way and rebuild your grandmother's cat cafe. Renovate your restaurant, befriend the local cats and townsfolk, forge lasting friendships, unravel catty mysteries, and build a home for dozens of unique felines!
Why similar: Life Sim 22.4%, Cats 21.1%, Management 19.3%, Building 13.7%, Simulation 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends cozy management with the rewarding experience of interacting with and caring for animals.
- #11 ZooKeeper
91% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2022
Dev: ▲ Pyramid GamesPub: Gaming Factory
Windows
Become a Zoo Keeper, manage and build the zoo of your childhood dreams! Take care of the animals and create ideal conditions for them. Grow your zoo, add extraordinary species and prepare amazing attractions for visitors.
Why similar: Dogs 13.4% ★, Education 11.2%, Management 10.1%, Cats 8.8%, Immersive Sim 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a management-heavy approach to running a zoo with a focus on strategy and facility layout.
- #12 Forest Ranger Simulator
89% matchMixed41% of 261 reviews2024
Dev: FreeMind S.A.
Windows
Take care of forgotten nature's treasure. Build, craft, feed, clean and manage your forest in Forest Ranger Simulator. Ensure its long-lasting beauty and become a flawless Forest Ranger!
Why similar: Education 16.1%, Life Sim 16.1%, Immersive Sim 11.5%, Economy 9.3%, Building 9%
Why You'll Like It: While broader in scope, it shares the nature-focused, care-taking, and environmental management themes.
- #13 Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻
86% matchVery Positive92% of 4,372 reviews2024
Dev: One More Time
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Restore your fantasy tavern to its full glory. Repair, improve and expand the establishment. Cook delicious food and keep an eye on the mood of the visitors. Create a unique atmosphere for unforgettable adventures!
Why similar: Life Sim 17.4%, Management 16.2%, Economy 13.9%, Immersive Sim 13.5%, Building 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a satisfying management loop focused on upgrading and maintaining a service-based facility.
- #14 Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection
89% matchMixed64% of 2,021 reviews2018
Dev: Frontier DevelopmentsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The wildly popular Zoo Tycoon series gets set to crank up the excitement, challenge, and fun of building the ultimate zoo. Let your imagination run wild with Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection. Build, manage, and maintain your dream zoo alone or with up to four players.
Why similar: Management 48.3%, Simulation 32.7%, Family Friendly 10.9%, Building 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a comprehensive management experience where the well-being of your animals is the top priority.
- #15 Horse Club Adventures
88% matchVery Positive85% of 117 reviews2021
Dev: Wild River Games GmbH
Windows
Horse Club Adventures carries you off to the wonderful world that revolves around the Lakeside Riding Stable. Together with Hannah, Sarah, Lisa, Sofia and their horses, you experience lots of thrilling adventures!
Why similar: Horses 76.9% ★, Adventure 23.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title features exploration and bonding mechanics similar to the training aspects of the seed game.
- #16 Mall Simulator
84% matchVery Positive88% of 2,933 reviews2025
Dev: F13 Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Turn your building from a small shopping center into a huge city mall! To avoid going bankrupt, you’ll need to build new stores and restaurants, set smart prices, and keep up with trends. 15+ stores, dozens of machines & services, and hundreds of brands waiting for you!
Why similar: Life Sim 17.7%, Management 17.1%, Economy 13.9%, Immersive Sim 13.9%, Building 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the economy and management side of running a large-scale commercial space.
- #17 Cafe Owner Simulator
87% matchMixed64% of 1,089 reviews2022
Dev: Second RealityPub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Open your dream restaurant at FPP. Create a unique exterior and interior, hire the best workers and chefs, create a place where people will love to eat, spend time and spend their money. Simulation of the restaurant business.
Why similar: Life Sim 15.8%, Economy 12.6%, Management 12.3%, Immersive Sim 10.4%, Building 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a similar 'manager' gameplay loop, focusing on building and maintaining a successful service business.
- #18 Fantastic Haven
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Piece of Cake FabulousPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Restore the equilibrium of magic by saving endangered fantasy creatures. Build your shelter to welcome and protect them, explore unique regions, rally neighboring populations to your cause and rehabilitate creatures in their natural environment.
Why similar: Management 24.3%, Building 18%, Economy 17.8%, Family Friendly 15.1%, Simulation 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game involves managing a sanctuary for magical creatures, requiring similar care and facility development.
- #19 Garage Flipper
85% matchMixed44% of 85 reviews2024
Dev: Farmind StudioPub: Games Incubator
Windows
Become a builder and renovator of garages and car repair shops. Your task is to complete jobs and build up your empire by buying and restoring old facilities. Grab your hammer, your mortar, and get to work!
Why similar: Education 15.7%, Immersive Sim 15.4%, Family Friendly 12.2%, Realistic 11.3%, Simulation 11%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the renovation and management loop that is common in many casual simulation titles.
- #20 Saloon Simulator
81% matchVery Positive91% of 915 reviews2025
Dev: Glivi Games S.A.Pub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Start by running a saloon and carve your own place in the Wild West. Shape your bar, hire help, and get drawn into the lives and troubles of the people who gather around your counter. Out here, honest business is rarely enough. See what it takes to survive the frontier.
Why similar: Horses 20.5% ★, Life Sim 17.2%, Management 14.3%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Economy 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: It combines management and crafting mechanics in a way that mirrors the progression found in many life-sim games.
- #21 Gym Manager
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 302 reviews2024
Dev: Han GAMESPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Gym Manager is a simulation game where you can build, expand and manage your own gym. To attract more customers, invest in new equipment and sabotage your competition. But beware: the town's shady streets provide opportunities for illegal business ventures.
Why similar: Management 15.8%, Life Sim 14.9%, Immersive Sim 14.2%, Economy 14%, Building 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a similar management experience, focusing on upgrading facilities to attract more clients.
- #22 Handyman Corporation
84% matchMixed51% of 152 reviews2023
Dev: Potato GamesPub: CreativeForge Games
Windows
In Handyman Corporation you become the owner of a business where you handle a variety of jobs in cleaning, maintenance, design, and construction. Accept contracts, play minigames to perform every task required. Then expand your company – buy spare parts, tools, train skills, and manage employees
Why similar: Life Sim 17.1%, Economy 16.7%, Immersive Sim 16%, Simulation 12%, Management 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title features a similar progression system based on completing specific tasks to grow a business.
- #23 Disco Simulator
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 219 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Disco Simulator is a tycoon type game based on club management. Your task will be to set up the club from scratch, put up walls, arrange furniture, hire staff, plan events, invite artists, put on concerts. Create your own club!
Why similar: Management 24.9%, Economy 18.2%, Simulation 14.5%, Building 12.3%, Atmospheric 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title features a casual management loop focused on event planning and facility maintenance.
- #24 Bunker Builder Simulator
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Plan your work, dig a hole and build a bunker, that will survive anything! Manage safety, needs and moods of your clients, so you can become the best architect and earn a fortune. Will you be able to meet the expectations?
Why similar: Building 17%, Management 16.6%, Economy 14.8%, Simulation 12.3%, Realistic 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a detailed construction and management experience for those who enjoy the building aspects of simulators.
- #25 Pet Shop Simulator: Prologue
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 409 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 30%
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version of the game. Run your pet shop! Find new homes for pets, thus fulfilling the dreams of your customers. Take care of the needs of animals by selling the right items and get involved in matters related to the pets home life!
Why similar: Education 11.8%, Life Sim 10.6%, Management 8.9%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Dogs 7.7% ★
- #26 Animal Shelter 2: Prologue
79% matchVery Positive82% of 390 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Welcome back to the heartwarming world of Animal Shelter 2: Prologue! Provide a loving home for every four-legged friend in need – play with them, pet them, even dress them up! Get to know them and find them a loving family. Play with your friends and manage your shelter together in co-op!
Why similar: Education 12.2%, Life Sim 10.3%, Dogs 9.7% ★, Family Friendly 9%, Management 7.5%
- #27 Zoo Simulator: Prologue
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 249 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 32%
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. In Zoo Simulator: Prologue, your main task is to run and manage your own zoo. Renew it and take care of all the animals' needs, ensuring them a peaceful life! Will you attract crowds of visitors? Create your own zoo!
Why similar: Management 13.1%, Life Sim 13%, Realistic 9%, Immersive Sim 8.8%, Simulation 8.8%
- #28 Pets Hotel: Prologue
78% matchVery Positive90% of 361 reviews2023
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Pets Hotel: Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version of the game. Pets Hotel: Prologue gives you a unique opportunity to build, design, and run a place where pets can feel at home. Cats, dogs, turtles, and many other animals are waiting for you to take care of them!
Why similar: Dogs 20.7% ★, Cats 14%, Education 12.8%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Realistic 8.2%
- #29 My Horse: Bonded Spirits - Prologue
79% matchMixed59% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 33%
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Build a bond with your horse and gain its trust. Develop yours and the horse’s skills. Discover the surrounding open world. Complete tasks and take part in competitions. Rebuild a run-down stud farm!
Why similar: Horses 19.8% ★, Life Sim 11.7%, Education 10.1%, Family Friendly 8.5%, Immersive Sim 8.1%
- #30 Chocolate Factory Simulator: Prologue
77% matchVery Positive90% of 292 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 50%
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version of the game. Enter the world of steam and sugar and become a master chocolatier in Chocolate Factory Simulator: Prologue. Craft gourmet chocolate for your customers in your steampunk workshop with the help of Nougat.
Why similar: Education 16.2%, Life Sim 14.1%, Family Friendly 12.4%, Economy 10.7%, Simulation 9.4%
- #31 Animal Shelter: Prologue
77% matchVery Positive91% of 1,914 reviews2021
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
In Animal Shelter Prologue, your main target is to make your four-legged friends happy. Pet them, hand out treats, play with toys - and they will pay you back with great trust. Get to know the animals well enough to find them the best home! Don't wait any longer, open your animal shelter now!
Why similar: Dogs 27.8% ★, Cats 12.2%, Simulation 9.3%, Family Friendly 6.6%, Building 5.8%
- #32 Animal Trainer Simulator
78% matchMixed52% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Become a real-life animal trainer! Manage and develop your animal training center, create a safe and happy place for them! Train different types of animals, and give them a lot of attention and they will surely become calmer and more cooperative with their owners.
Why similar: Dogs 16.6% ★, Horses 14% ★, Cats 10.7%, Life Sim 8.1%, Family Friendly 7.9%
- #33 Saloon Simulator: Prologue
76% matchVery Positive87% of 867 reviews2024
Dev: Glivi Games S.A.Pub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Saloon Simulator Prologue lets you restore an abandoned Saloon and discover that managing it isn't just about creating drinks and meals. Clean up, organize, and choose the right friends - all to become the most recognizable business in the Wild West!
Why similar: Life Sim 19.3%, Immersive Sim 17.8%, Management 14.4%, Economy 13%, Realistic 9.2%
- #34 Tavern Manager Simulator: Prologue
75% matchVery Positive91% of 171 reviews2024
Dev: One More Time
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Restore your fantasy tavern to its full glory. Repair, improve and expand the establishment. Try running a tavern for a day in Prologue.
Why similar: Economy 20.2%, Management 15.9%, Building 14.6%, Simulation 14.4%, Life Sim 10.8%
- #35 Retail Company Simulator: Prologue
75% matchVery Positive88% of 651 reviews2024
Dev: Business Tycoon
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Run your retail company in this free prologue version of the game. Sign contracts with leading brands, order new products, meet customer needs, and never let your customers leave the store empty-handed. Hire new workers, expand your store, and enjoy the growth of your retail company.
Why similar: Life Sim 23.5%, Immersive Sim 14.3%, Simulation 12.8%, Economy 12.4%, Management 11.8%
- #36 Cafe Owner Simulator: Prologue
76% matchMixed66% of 1,452 reviews2022
Dev: Second RealityPub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Prologue to the Cafe Owner Simulator, where you can restore your own abandoned building, complete tasks at various levels, and start building a restaurant business from zero.
Why similar: Life Sim 16.3%, Education 15.4%, Management 12.4%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Economy 10.3%
- #37 Tobacco Shop Simulator: Prologue
72% matchVery Positive84% of 774 reviews2024
Dev: Business Tycoon
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Run your tobacco shop in this free prologue version of the game. Sign contracts with leading brands, order products, and meet customer needs. Play with friends or go solo, and enjoy the growth of your shop.
Why similar: Life Sim 26.3%, Management 15.3%, Immersive Sim 12.7%, Economy 12.6%, Simulation 12.5%
- #38 Handyman Corporation: Prologue
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 170 reviews2022
Dev: YuzuGamesPub: G-DEVS.com
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
In Handyman Corporation you become the owner of a business where you handle a variety of jobs in cleaning, maintenance, design, and construction. Accept contracts, play minigames to perform every task required. Then expand your company – buy spare parts, tools, train skills, and manage employees.
Why similar: Education 23.9%, Life Sim 20.9%, Simulation 14.2%, Building 8.8%, Casual 8%
- #39 Monuments Flipper: Prologue
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 307 reviews2022
Dev: Monuments GamesPub: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Monuments Flipper: Prologue is just part of the amazing adventure that awaits you in the full version of the Monuments Flipper. Restore Aqueduct and Old Village and bring them to their former glory. BECOME A MONUMENT RENOVATOR!
Why similar: Education 27.2%, Simulation 13%, Building 12.1%, Realistic 10.5%, Family Friendly 10.5%
- #40 Restaurant Owner: Prologue
73% matchMixed60% of 108 reviews2024
Dev: Workaround GamesPub: CreativeForge Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 21%
Step into the world of a Restaurateur in Restaurant Owner: Prologue, where you create unique recipes, manage your restaurant, and satisfy customers. Unlock ingredients, design your menu, and start your journey toward becoming a top Restaurant Manager. Your culinary adventure begins here!
Why similar: Life Sim 18.4%, Management 16.5%, Immersive Sim 14.3%, Economy 12.6%, Realistic 9.2%
- #41 Gym Manager: Prologue
72% matchVery Positive80% of 238 reviews2024
Dev: Han GAMES
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Gym Manager: Prologue is a free simulation game where you can build, expand and manage your own Gym. To attract more clients - invest in new equipment, keep the room clean and sabotage your competitors.
Why similar: Management 17.2%, Economy 15.6%, Life Sim 13.9%, Immersive Sim 13.1%, Simulation 11%
- #42 Disco Simulator: Prologue
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 226 reviews2023
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full game. Disco Simulator: Prologue is a game where you play the role of the owner and manager of a music club. Buy equipment, sound system, lighting and decide on the appearance of your club. Make money and have fun!
Why similar: Management 32.3%, Simulation 18.2%, Atmospheric 14.8%, Casual 9.4%, Realistic 7.5%
- #43 Garage Flipper: Prologue
73% matchMixed62% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: Farmind StudioPub: Games Incubator
Windows
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. Garage Flipper: Prologue is a game where you get to be a builder and renovator of garages and car repair shops. Your task is to complete jobs and build up your empire by buying and restoring old facilities.
Why similar: Education 19.6%, Building 12.5%, Management 12.1%, Simulation 10.6%, Immersive Sim 9.6%
- #44 Fantastic Haven: Prologue
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 283 reviews2024
Dev: Piece of Cake FabulousPub: Gamera Games
Windows
Save fantasy creatures and protect them until releasing them into their natural habitat. Build your shelter, explore the neighboring region, and encounter a series of events.
Why similar: Simulation 19.7%, Building 17.1%, Family Friendly 16.3%, Cute 14.5%, Management 14%
- #45 Sunset Motel: Prologue
70% matchVery Positive92% of 871 reviews2024
Dev: Efkey StudiosPub: RockGame S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Sunset Motel: Prologue is a free motel management game. Ensure customer satisfaction, renovate interiors, design entertainment spaces! Manage your motel in your own style and provide travelers with unforgettable experiences!
Why similar: Life Sim 27.2%, Simulation 16.7%, Economy 11.4%, Building 10.9%, Management 10.7%
- #46 Candy Shop Simulator: Sweet Start
70% matchMixed66% of 134 reviews2025
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Sweet Start is the perfect introduction to the world of Candy Shop Simulator, designed for players who want to dive into the sweet universe of the game and get familiar with its foundations before experiencing the full version
Why similar: Simulation 15.7%, Life Sim 14.3%, Education 13.9%, Family Friendly 13.8%, Cute 7.7%
- #47 Monster Care Simulator
68% matchVery Positive93% of 682 reviews2025
Dev: Banana Tiger Studio
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Manage a care center for adorable monsters in Monster Care Simulator! Treat clients' creatures, hatch eggs, raise your own companions, and keep them happy with fun activities. Hire staff, expand your facilities, and customize your space to build the ultimate monster sanctuary!
Why similar: Management 19%, Life Sim 15.5%, Economy 13.7%, Immersive Sim 12.6%, Simulation 11.3%
- #48 Exotica 2: Pet Shop Simulator
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 448 reviews2026
Dev: Konrul GamePub: Ultimate Publishing
Windows
Exotica 2: Pet Shop Simulator is a cozy management game where you design and run your own exotic pet shop. Care for over 70 animals, raise babies, breed rare color variants, customize your store, and manage customers and staff.
Why similar: Dogs 19.5% ★, Education 11.2%, Life Sim 10.1%, Family Friendly 9.5%, Cats 8.3%
- #49 Music Store Simulator Prologue
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 360 reviews2023
Dev: Crystalia GamesPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
With Music Store Simulator Prologue you can lead a musical instruments manufacturing company. Create, sell, earn and reinvest improving and developing your business. Expand your Brand and climb to success in order to become the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments!
Why similar: Life Sim 22.6%, Immersive Sim 15.7%, Simulation 11.4%, Building 10.9%, Management 10.7%
- #50 Mall Simulator: Prologue
67% matchVery Positive88% of 653 reviews2025
Dev: F13 Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Turn your building from a small shopping center into a huge city mall! Start working with Prologue now. To avoid going bankrupt, you'll need to build new stores, set good prices and keep up with trends. A limited number of stores & services for Prologue are waiting for you.
Why similar: Life Sim 17.7%, Management 16.7%, Economy 13.9%, Immersive Sim 13.8%, Simulation 10.2%
- #51 Bunker Builder Simulator: Prologue
71% matchMixed60% of 419 reviews2023
Dev: Farmind StudioPub: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Bunker Builder Simulator: Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version of the game. Plan your work, dig a hole and build a bunker, that will survive anything! Manage safety, needs and moods of your clients, so you can become the best architect and earn a fortune.
Why similar: Management 20%, Building 18%, Simulation 14.3%, Realistic 12.3%, First-Person 7.9%
- #52 Gas Station Simulator: Prologue - Early Days
69% matchVery Positive86% of 4,256 reviews2021
Dev: DRAGO entertainmentPub: Movie Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
The "Early Days" prologue to Gas Station Simulator where you buy an abandoned gas station in the middle of nowhere, fix it up and start running it.
Why similar: Life Sim 17.7%, Management 14.4%, Immersive Sim 12.5%, Building 10.7%, Family Friendly 10.5%
- #53 My Hotel Simulator
69% matchMixed48% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Digital MelodyPub: Games Incubator
Windows
Build and manage your own hotel, from a small property to a luxury resort. Design rooms, maintain cleanliness, develop amenities, and offer guests unforgettable experiences at your hotel!
Why similar: Life Sim 17.7%, Education 13.1%, Management 13%, Simulation 12.2%, Immersive Sim 8.3%
- #54 Toy Tinker Simulator: BETA
70% matchVery Positive82% of 378 reviews2021
Dev: Turquoise Revival GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 19%
Have you ever wanted to be a toy tinker? Here you can take the first step to become one! This is a tiny portion of Toy Tinker Simulator, which includes only ten toys.
Why similar: Economy 13%, Building 12.5%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Cute 11.3%, Simulation 11.2%
- #55 Farming & Supermarket Simulator: Prologue
67% matchVery Positive84% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: Bull Games
Windows
Embark on a relaxing yet challenging journey to manage your own supermarket. Grow organic crops, care for your animals, and sell products to your customers. Build and expand your shelves. Can you transform your supermarket into an empire?
Why similar: Life Sim 17.9%, Management 16.9%, Immersive Sim 16.7%, Family Friendly 14.3%, Economy 13.9%
- #56 Stray Cats in Cozy Town
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,688 reviews2024
Dev: DevcatsPub: Travellin Cats
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 15%
Welcome to Cozy Town, where every day is International Cat Day! Be part of a village community where every stray is respected, loved and fed. Explore the charming streets and alleys to discover all the stray cats in this hidden-object game.
Why similar: Cats 54.1%, Family Friendly 15.8%, Casual 10.1%, Relaxing 7.4%, Adventure 7%
- #57 Game Saloon Simulator
64% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: Gnome Games
Windows
Step into the world of fun and become the boss of your own game saloon! In this game, you’ll serve customers, enjoy interactive games, and get a taste of the relaxing and enjoyable experience that awaits you.
Why similar: Life Sim 16.2%, Immersive Sim 15.9%, Economy 15.4%, Management 15.2%, Simulation 10.1%
- #58 Pet idle
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 741 reviews2021
Dev: Alphaquest Games
Windows
Pet Idle is a simulation game where you can take care of various virtual animals! Build and manage your home to be a cozy home for many pets!
Why similar: Dogs 26% ★, Cats 18.3%, Life Sim 16.7%, Simulation 8.7%, Building 8.3%
