Games Like Aperture Desk Job

Portal™ is a new single player game from Valve. Set in the mysterious Aperture Science Laboratories, Portal has been called one of the most innovative new games on the horizon and will offer gamers hours of unique gameplay.

Why similar: Comedy 33.4%, Funny 23.1%, First-Person 15.8%, Singleplayer 11.1%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The original masterpiece that established the unique tone and puzzle-solving gameplay found in the Aperture universe.

The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends!

Why similar: Funny 33.3%, Comedy 23.3%, Story Rich 14.2%, First-Person 10.4%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive Portal experience that shares the same sharp writing, dark humor, and physics-based puzzle mechanics.

In a world where robots have replaced all human jobs, step into the "Job Simulator" to learn what it was like 'to job'.

Why similar: Robots 26.5%, Funny 19.9%, Comedy 13.9%, Simulation 12.8%, Family Friendly 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same satirical take on mundane workplace tasks through a humorous, physics-driven lens.

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.

Why similar: Comedy 33.3%, Funny 23.5%, First-Person 8.5%, 3D 7.8%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative experience that matches the self-aware, fourth-wall-breaking humor of the Aperture Science universe.

Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve’s room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more. Still not sold? It’s free!

Why similar: Funny 28.9%, Action 13.1%, First-Person 12.6%, Singleplayer 11.2%, Family Friendly 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A collection of experimental, Valve-developed mini-games that highlight the same polish and attention to detail found in Desk Job.

Perception is reality. In this mind-bending first-person puzzler, you escape a surreal dream world through solving impossible puzzles using the ambiguity of depth and perspective.

Why similar: Cinematic 27.8%, Funny 27.6%, Story Rich 13%, First-Person 12.2%, Singleplayer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person puzzle game that plays with perspective and physics in a surreal, experimental environment.

Experience the critically acclaimed and award-winning Portal™ reimagined with full ray tracing and DLSS 4 in this free DLC for Portal owners. Start thinking with portals, with RTX on.

Why similar: Action 26.9%, First-Person 18.9%, Story Rich 18.9%, Funny 14.8%, Singleplayer 14.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning reimagining of the original game that highlights the technical prowess of the Source engine.

Enter the Aperture Science Enrichment Center and experience Bridge Constructor Portal – the unique merging of the classic Portal™ and Bridge Constructor™ games.

Why similar: Simulation 31.7%, Comedy 25.7%, Funny 16.9%, Singleplayer 12.8%, Family Friendly 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines the classic physics-based building gameplay with the iconic aesthetic and humor of the Portal series.

Accounting+ is a NIGHTMARE ADVENTURE COMEDY. Experience classic virtual reality gameplay: clean up your office, take the battery out of the cooling machine, play the skeleton xylophone, and summon thousands upon thousands of demons.

Why similar: Comedy 40.4%, Simulation 20.1%, Action 16.3%, Casual 15.7%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An absurdist, high-energy comedy experience that shares the chaotic and irreverent spirit of Aperture Desk Job.

A 15 minute heist game by Crows Crows Crows & Directed by William Pugh (The Stanley Parable). Slip into the soft-soled shoes of the mastermind responsible for the greatest heist- oh god I can’t do this any more, i’m joining the strike. good luck writing the steam description. -tina

Why similar: Comedy 39.8%, Funny 31.3%, First-Person 11.4%, Singleplayer 6.6%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, free, and incredibly funny meta-narrative game that focuses on the behind-the-scenes of game development.

The latest VR sensation from the creators of ‘Job Simulator’, now with free DLC! Welcome to Vacation Simulator: a rough approximation of VACATION inspired by real human NOT JOBBING. Reallocate your bandwidth and get ready to splash, s’more, snowball, and selfie your way to optimal relaxation.

Why similar: Robots 29.9%, Funny 17.7%, Comedy 15.9%, Simulation 8.3%, Family Friendly 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Follows the same humorous, job-based simulation formula with a focus on interactive, physics-based comedy.

From Squanch Games comes Trover Saves the Universe. Your pups are missing. The cosmos is at stake. Only you and Trover can save everything in this bizarre comedy adventure!

Why similar: Comedy 34.8%, Funny 30.8%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 7.2%, Singleplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, sci-fi adventure filled with meta-commentary and bizarre characters that fans of Portal's writing will appreciate.

Jazzpunk is a comedy adventure set in an alternate reality Cold War World, plagued with corporate espionage, CyberCrime, and sentient martinis. Gameplay is inspired by spoof comedy films and cartoons of yesteryear, with a focus on weird gadgets, exotic locales, and open-world style exploration.

Why similar: Comedy 50.9%, Funny 31.7%, First-Person 5.1%, Adventure 4.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, first-person comedy game that emphasizes exploration and absurd interactions in a stylized world.

Experience the high fidelity virtual reality of your own hands like never before.

Why similar: Funny 56.1%, Adventure 18.3%, First-Person 15.7%, Singleplayer 10%

Why You'll Like It: A short, free VR experience set within the Portal universe that focuses on interactive humor and character-driven moments.

Devolverland Expo is a first-person 'marketing simulator' set within an abandoned convention center after the annual Devolver Digital game expo was mysteriously canceled.

Why similar: Funny 22.9%, Action 18.7%, Shooter 16.9%, First-Person 12.2%, Singleplayer 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A free, short-form marketing game that features meta-humor and first-person exploration in a unique setting.

Half-Life: Alyx is Valve’s VR return to the Half-Life series. It’s the story of an impossible fight against a vicious alien race known as the Combine, set between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2. Playing as Alyx Vance, you are humanity’s only chance for survival.

Why similar: Shooter 29.6%, Story Rich 18.8%, Action 13.1%, First-Person 12.9%, Singleplayer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more serious, it showcases the pinnacle of Valve's interactive design and world-building in a first-person perspective.

TE120 is a short single player experience set in the Half-Life Universe featuring a gravity defying weapon that allows you to jump buildings and sustain large falls. The story takes place at a mysterious date & location. Where are you? Why have you been sent?

Why similar: Shooter 45.9%, Action 22.1%, First-Person 16.7%, Singleplayer 12.8%, Adventure 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A free, high-quality mod that utilizes the Source engine to provide a polished, short-form action experience.

The Cubicle is a short VR experience about your regular everyday job in an office, or is it?

Why similar: Simulation 40.6%, Casual 24.9%, Action 23.7%, Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal, and meta-narrative experience that explores the absurdity of office life.

The Beginner's Guide is a narrative video game from Davey Wreden, the creator of The Stanley Parable. It lasts about an hour and a half and has no traditional mechanics, no goals or objectives. Instead, it tells the story of a person struggling to deal with something they do not understand.

Why similar: Story Rich 47.8%, First-Person 23.1%, Singleplayer 16.2%, Adventure 6.7%, Psychological Horror 5%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply personal and meta-narrative experience from the creator of The Stanley Parable that explores the nature of game design.

Kill It With Fire is a first-person action game about hunting spiders and causing collateral damage.

Why similar: Comedy 22.7%, Artificial Intelligence 22.1%, Funny 19.7%, Family Friendly 11.9%, Simulation 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, physics-based sandbox game that rewards experimentation and features a lighthearted, comedic tone.

The Stanley Parable is a first person exploration game. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will follow a story, you will not follow a story. You will have a choice, you will have no choice. The game will end, the game will never end.

Why similar: Comedy 46.8%, Funny 26.9%, First-Person 10%, Story Rich 5.4%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: The original meta-narrative classic that defined the genre of self-aware, choice-driven comedy games.

Relive Half-Life.

Why similar: Shooter 31%, Action 18.4%, Story Rich 17.9%, First-Person 15.6%, Singleplayer 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fan-made remake that captures the classic sci-fi atmosphere and environmental storytelling of the Half-Life series.

It's a lovely morning in the village and you are a horrible goose.

Why similar: Funny 40.2%, Comedy 28.8%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Simulation 6.6%, Singleplayer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A short, funny, and highly interactive game where you cause mischief in a sandbox environment.

Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.

Why similar: Funny 38.6%, Casual 15.3%, Comedy 13.9%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Story Rich 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, physics-based puzzle game with a witty script and a focus on short, satisfying gameplay loops.

Slap almost anything blocking your way in order to go deeper and deeper and discover what is going on in this world!

Why similar: Funny 24.7%, Shooter 21.1%, Comedy 13.9%, 3D 11.4%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, funny, and action-oriented game that focuses on simple, satisfying mechanics.

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Why similar: Comedy 26.4%, Funny 21.5%, Story Rich 10.1%, First-Person 7.8%, Cinematic 7.6%

Step right up to VR Funhouse and enter a virtual carnival full of fun and games. Be an archer with flaming arrows. Test your skill shooting skeet targets blasted from a cannon. See how many moles you can punch, whack, and much more.

Why similar: Casual 64.7%, Funny 25.4%, Family Friendly 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A free, tech-focused collection of mini-games that mirrors the experimental nature of Aperture Desk Job.

💼 A simple task: Don’t press the red button. Sounds easy? 😏 Featuring an annoying voice, absurd endings, and too many achievements. Free. Pointless. Glorious. 🤡🔴

Why similar: Comedy 29.1%, Funny 26.9%, Artificial Intelligence 11.7%, 3D 9.2%, First-Person 7.8%

Start your own Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria with Freddy Fazbear Pizzeria Simulator!

Why similar: Robots 49.8%, Funny 12.9%, Simulation 11.8%, Singleplayer 7.2%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features a deceptive, job-like simulation layer that hides a deeper, darker, and more complex narrative.

Kill It With Fire: Heatwave is a free chapter of a first-person action game about hunting spiders and causing collateral damage. The full game is OUT NOW!

Why similar: Artificial Intelligence 25.1%, Funny 22.1%, Comedy 21.6%, Simulation 10.3%, 3D 7.6%

Peggle Extreme delivers fast-paced puzzle action that combines elements of pinball and pachinko to create a truly unique game experience. Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun, now exclusively themed with art and sounds from Half-Life: Episode 2, Portal, and Team Fortress 2.

Why similar: Casual 77.6%, Psychological Horror 14.1%, Singleplayer 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, free-to-play crossover that highlights the playful, lighthearted side of Valve's game design history.

Kill It With Fire: IGNITION is a free sampler of a first-person action game about hunting spiders and causing collateral damage. The full game is OUT NOW!

Why similar: Artificial Intelligence 22.5%, Funny 22%, Comedy 21.1%, Simulation 8.9%, 3D 7.4%

A little game that’s not a game, winner of an old game jam that nobody’s ever heard of. So DON'T INSTALL IT!

Why similar: Funny 33.1%, Comedy 28.8%, Casual 23.8%, Adventure 8.2%, Singleplayer 5%

Exciting Adventure About the Joys of Working at an Amazin' Fulfillment Center! Short, social commentary game that is 100% free, no micro-transactions.

Why similar: Casual 40.1%, Action 33.6%, Adventure 14.1%, Singleplayer 12.2%

S&box is a game creation platform built on the Source 2 engine. Play, create, and share games, explore community creations, and experience endless sandbox fun with powerful modern tools.

Why similar: Funny 27.9%, Shooter 23.2%, Casual 14.8%, 3D 12.7%, Action 11.8%

A dream-like sandbox that just might have a mind of its own.

Why similar: Funny 37.1%, Shooter 23.2%, Casual 13%, Action 11.7%, First-Person 8.2%

Munch down a bite-sized SLUDGE LIFE experience in this free self-contained interlude.

Why similar: Comedy 26.1%, Funny 25.3%, Simulation 21%, First-Person 11.3%, Adventure 10.4%

Find yourself trapped alone in a room with a ticking time bomb. Your friends have the manual to defuse it, but they can't see the bomb, so you're going to have to talk it out – fast!

Why similar: Funny 42.8%, Family Friendly 23.4%, Simulation 17.9%, Casual 16%

You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.

Why similar: Comedy 37.9%, Funny 35%, First-Person 9.6%, 3D 8.9%, Singleplayer 7.3%

The Steam Engine Simulator shown on AngeTheGreat's YouTube channel.

Why similar: Simulation 62%, Singleplayer 19.1%, Psychological Horror 18.9%

From legendary game creator Hideo Kojima comes a genre-defying experience, now expanded in this definitive DIRECTOR’S CUT. As Sam Bridges, your mission is to deliver hope to humanity by connecting the last survivors of a decimated America. Can you reunite the shattered world, one step at a time?

Why similar: Cinematic 50.7%, Story Rich 26%, Singleplayer 9.1%, Action 9.1%, Adventure 5.1%

Gizmo is a Saturday-morning 3D platformer inspired by 90s classics of the genre.

Why similar: Robots 26.5%, Comedy 18.3%, Funny 17.3%, Action 14.2%, Family Friendly 10.1%

Surgeon Simulator VR: Meet the Medic – be the Medic and operate on the Heavy in this free and exclusive teaser for the HTC Vive!

Why similar: Simulation 41.1%, Funny 33.1%, Action 19.3%, First-Person 6.5%

As a human border agent, you begin a new role as a booth operator at an AI travel border. Interact and check over a variety of robots as they try to get through security.

Why similar: Robots 47.6%, Comedy 27.2%, Simulation 16%, Singleplayer 7.1%, Adventure 2.1%

Game With Balls! Move the Steam Deck to navigate through handcrafted mazes. -- Game With Balls can only be played on a Steam Deck or with a controller that supports gyro.

Why similar: 3D 38.3%, Casual 38%, Singleplayer 23.6%

Looking for some arcade style shooting action? Try this Sci-fi style on-rails shooter in room scale VR today!

Why similar: Casual 100%

Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

Why similar: Comedy 33.1%, Funny 31.6%, Action 19.1%, Singleplayer 12%, Psychological Horror 4.1%

Gravitas is a short first-person puzzle platforming game that transports you to the Gallery of Refined Gravity. Manipulate gravity and the gallery itself to prove yourself a pupil worthy of the Curator’s masterwork.

Why similar: Funny 34.9%, Comedy 26.8%, First-Person 17.7%, Singleplayer 14.4%, Adventure 6.2%

Google Earth VR lets you explore the world from totally new perspectives in virtual reality. Stroll the streets of Tokyo, soar over the Grand Canyon, or walk around the Eiffel Tower.

Why similar: Simulation 53.4%, Casual 31.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Singleplayer 4.8%

Casual physical puzzle!

Why similar: Casual 74.5%, Family Friendly 17.2%, Singleplayer 8.3%

Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

Why similar: Funny 30%, Comedy 23%, 3D 11.2%, Story Rich 10.7%, First-Person 10.3%

This is a very short Point and Click Adventure where you try to find Items for Anon because he is the strongest who can help opening the Door to the outside

Why similar: Casual 79.9%, Singleplayer 20.1%

You are sitting on a toilet when you are abducted and beamed up to an alien spaceship, where you have to convince an A.I. that you really are an intelligent lifeform.

Why similar: Robots 31.4%, Funny 24%, Comedy 19%, Story Rich 8%, Adventure 7.3%

War Robots VR: The Skirmish is a short, but highly immersive teaser-shooter for Oculus Rift and HTC Vive set in the universe of the War Robots franchise.

Why similar: Robots 61.5%, Simulation 13.2%, Action 10.9%, Shooter 4.9%, Family Friendly 3.4%

Meteor 60 seconds! is a simple, fun, comic-like action game that simulates your life if there were a meteor heading towards Earth and you had 60 seconds to live. Do anything you want to do with your last 60 seconds, even if it's illegal! What about planting an apple tree?

Why similar: Funny 48.1%, Simulation 15.4%, Casual 11.2%, Action 9%, Singleplayer 7.3%

Casual Desktop Game is a fanmade revival of the old Desktop Destroyer game featuring community content. Relieve stress by smashing your desktop or unleashing battles between various entities. Create mods for the workshop and share them with the community.

Why similar: Casual 40.1%, Action 34.9%, Singleplayer 25%

Turn your entire digital life into a game. AArcade is a 3D desktop that launches shortcuts to absolutely anything you like. Join the anarchy of the persistent online metaverse, or remain in your own private reality. Casual in-game building features, plus hundreds of thousands of addons.

Why similar: Funny 31.6%, Simulation 23.1%, Casual 15%, Comedy 10.4%, Singleplayer 5.7%