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Games Like Beyond the Struggle

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Simulation, Card Game, Strategy, Indie.

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A strategic life-simulation game where your choices shape your ability to adapt. Play strategy cards like Meditate to reduce stress or Self-Learn to prepare for challenges. Manage resources, tackle obstacles, and face unexpected twists. Will you rise beyond the struggle or succumb to the pressure?

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: Coming soon
Developer: Jia Yang Games
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Free To Play
Platforms: Windows

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    Dev: ADing
    Windows

    This game is a Single Player Rougelike Deckbuilder includes 2 playable character. Your goal is to reduce their soberness at Night by spending time to play cards. Build and enhance your deck to conquer Insomnia! Also face even more Challenge in Deep Dream Mode where game gets harder everyday!

    Why similar: Card Game 25.2%, Simulation 23.6%, Strategy 21.4%, Life Sim 20.9%, Deckbuilding 5.1%

  2. #2 Chinese Dinner Gathering
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ParticleInteraction
    Windows

    Chinese Dinner Gathering is a turn-based card-battler that distills the perilous art of Chinese dinner politics. Build your own deck, pick your style and duel with guanxi itself. Every round brings new faces and new rules, while your deck keeps growing and the game of social chess never ends.

    Why similar: Card Game 24.9%, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 18.5%, Life Sim 16.3%, Deckbuilding 11.3%

  3. #3 Token Game
    96% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: AlluGarage
    Windows

    Token Game is a puzzle game where you need to keep your mind with you all the time.

    Why similar: Card Game 24.4%, Simulation 23.2%, Strategy 20.3%, Real Time Tactics 17.7%, Tabletop 11%

  4. #4 浓缩的人生模拟器
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Abyss Studio
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    《浓缩的人生模拟器》是一款以人生体验为主题的Roguelike卡牌构筑游戏。在浓缩的抽象人生中,玩家将面现实世界中各种苦难和人物所映射而成的敌人,并最终体验一场完满的人生!击败敌人将其转化为伙伴,在各个关键时间点进行抉择,尝试精密设计的各种卡牌组合,这一切组成了独一无二的游戏体验!

    Why similar: Card Game 32.5%, Strategy 18.8%, Simulation 15.2%, Life Sim 14.1%, Stylized 8.7%

  5. #5 Missionary Simulator
    94% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 临港饿霸
    Windows

    This is a simulation management game featuring a Cthulhu-themed idle card gameplay. Players take on the role of the founder of a church, spreading their religion across a fictional continent.Choose different patrons, whether it be Cthulhu or cat to establish your own church!

    Why similar: Card Game 25.6%, Simulation 25.4%, Strategy 22%, Tabletop 12.4%, Hand-drawn 8.3%

  6. #6 Cheaters Blackjack 21
    93% matchMostly Negative34% of 29 reviews2016
    Dev: BlackOpzFXPub: BlackOpzFX Labs
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    CHEATERS BLACKJACK 21 adds the ‘Cheating’ twist to the classic game. Play 100% Fair or against Cheating CPU opponents to Win Match Play. Compete against Players Worldwide to Post the Best Match Totals. 6 Exciting Blackjack Game Modes.

    Why similar: Simulation 36.7%, Strategy 33.9%, Card Game 29.4%

  7. #7 Influencer Solitaire
    92% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: YuzuPulse StudioPub: Yuzupulse Studio
    Windows

    Play your cards and dice well to become an influencer! Start as nobody and choose your actions wisely to climb up the influence ladder.

    Why similar: Life Sim 27.7%, Card Game 26.1%, Simulation 25.2%, Deckbuilding 19.3%, Indie 1.1%

  8. #8 Durak!
    91% matchMostly Positive73% of 71 reviews2017
    Dev: Funghisoft
    Windows

    Durak is a classical Russian card game. While it requires strategical thinking, cheating is also a viable strategy as long as you don't get caught. In the same spirit pay attention to your opponents or else you might get tricked and be left as the Durak! The game is best enjoyed with 1 to 5 friends.

    Why similar: Card Game 57%, Simulation 20.7%, Strategy 19.7%, Indie 2.6%

  9. #9 Threshold: Choices at the Limit
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: SODA GAME STUDIO
    Windows

    A card-driven life sim where every swipe is a real decision. Manage cash, credit, and mental health across five regions—one wrong call can trigger a collapse. Survive, strategize, or gamble everything on a comeback.

    Why similar: Card Game 27%, Simulation 26.4%, Strategy 23.9%, Life Sim 22.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  10. #10 Eve Of The Storm
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Fursion Studio
    Windows

    Eve Of Storm is a village building game where you draw card, expand island, building structures, and more.

    Why similar: Real Time Tactics 32.3%, Card Game 24.2%, Strategy 17%, Simulation 14.9%, Deckbuilding 7.8%

  11. #11 Life and Debt: A Real Life Simulator
    89% matchMixed57% of 30 reviews2018
    Dev: Static City Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Life & Debt: A Real Life Simulator is a 2D pixel art game that challenges players to manage their finances and maintain their cashflow while navigating the challenges of new home ownership. Players must also overcome a shopping addiction and make decisions about how to furnish their home.

    Why similar: Life Sim 37.3%, Simulation 30.6%, Strategy 27.4%, 2D 2.8%, Indie 1.2%

  12. #12 PegPegBall
    89% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: PenguinPigeon
    Windows

    PegPegBall is a casual strategy game that blends pachinko-style ball dropping with roguelike mechanics. Buy plenty of balls and unleash rapid-fire shots without interruptions. Bounce through quirky pegs, stack multipliers, trigger wild effects, and create satisfying chain reactions to score big!

    Why similar: Card Game 29.7%, Simulation 26.8%, Strategy 26.7%, Deckbuilding 10.7%, 2D 4.1%

  13. #13 からぱりうぉーず
    87% matchVery Positive98% of 261 reviews2022
    Dev: こおりみず
    Windows

    "Colorful Party Wars" is a RTS (real-time simulation) game based on "Colorful Party" (a.k.a. "Color-pari") the group in the virtual reality social game VRChat ! Select your favorite club and prove you’re the best to the rest of the members in Color-pari!

    Why similar: Real Time Tactics 33.6%, Strategy 30.2%, Simulation 28.5%, 2D 4.9%, Indie 2%

  14. #14 Past in DinningHall
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SolariiX
    Windows · Mac

    "Past in DinningHall" is a 2D RPG where players, as students, navigate a Chinese school cafeteria's busy environment to compete for food. The goal is to not only endure until semester's end but also to manage health during cafeteria hours for a balanced diet.

    Why similar: Card Game 22.2%, Life Sim 18.1%, Real Time Tactics 17.9%, Strategy 15.8%, Simulation 14.3%

  15. #15 War of Omens Card Game
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 703 reviews2019
    Dev: Fifth Column Games
    Windows · Mac

    War of Omens is a CCG with a unique Deckbuilder combat system and deep strategy. Set in a masterfully crafted dark fantasy world, it features fast, strategic battles with 4 distinct factions and over 20 heroes. Challenge the online ladder, conquer the story mode, or compete in a cross faction draft!

    Why similar: Card Game 47.2%, Strategy 36.1%, Deckbuilding 12.1%, Indie 4.6%

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    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: PlayLifeGame
    Windows · Mac

    A card-based life simulation where every choice is a card. Build your deck, shape your destiny, and explore multiple paths with 21 skills and 22 careers. Marry, stay single, get rich, or start over—every run tells a new life story.

    Why similar: Card Game 34.9%, Simulation 33%, Life Sim 28.9%, 2D 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  17. #17 Blooming Cards
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cattus Games
    Windows

    Grow plants, craft new cards, and manage your dream flower shop. Stack cards to discover new seeds, serve charming customers, and uncover your own story through heartfelt conversations and dialogue choices. Grow your shop, your garden, and yourself one stack at a time.

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    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Sinopia House
    Windows

    Step into the bohemian world of early 20th-century France in Canvas Attack! This roguelike deckbuilder transforms the act of painting into a tactical puzzle battle. Fill empty canvas cells before despair overwhelms you, and juggle your finances and sanity to survive.

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  19. #19 Brewmatics
    82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: Nova Makes Games
    Windows

    An Incremental Deck builder where you build decks, collect artifacts and upgrade your skills to brew the best potions Possible and discover crazy combos and live the fantasy of Number Go Up.

    Why similar: Card Game 43.8%, Strategy 29.3%, Deckbuilding 20.6%, 2D 3.6%, Indie 1.4%

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    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ShaneGame
    Windows

    Inspired by Slay the Spire, combine marble ball with card deck-building. This game is for players who like to experience more luck and randomness but less strict strategy card game.

    Why similar: Card Game 42.5%, Strategy 30.4%, Deckbuilding 16.6%, Stylized 8.3%, Indie 1.4%

  21. #21 Ground War
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
    Dev: YuniGame
    Windows

    The Ground-War is a 3D-RTS Game use special to the artillery unit.

    Why similar: Simulation 43.2%, Strategy 40.4%, Real Time Tactics 16.4%

  22. #22 Amelorn
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Retrobright
    Windows · Mac

    Recruit unique units, cast powerful spells, and conquer your enemies in a 2D fantasy strategy adventure. Tackle a challenging campaign or dive into Skirmish Mode to create and customize your own battles.

    Why similar: Simulation 30.5%, Real Time Tactics 28.6%, Strategy 26.5%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, 2D 3.9%

  23. #23 S.A.L.A.M.E.
    79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews
    Dev: LTP Argentina
    Windows

    Decidí qué se autoriza y qué se rechaza. Gozá de tener toda la autoridad del estado y llevá el país para donde sabés que tendría que ir. Eso sí, acordate que esto es Argentina y no va a ser tan fácil.

    Why similar: Card Game 26.9%, Simulation 25%, Strategy 22.7%, Life Sim 22.4%, 2D 2.8%

  24. #24 Pixel Puzzles 4k: Japan
    81% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2020
    Dev: Pixel Puzzles
    Windows

    Pixel Puzzles 4k: Japan, Bringing puzzles to the digital age.

    Why similar: Simulation 25.4%, Strategy 22.6%, Card Game 19.5%, Life Sim 13.6%, Tabletop 10.2%

  25. #25 CardAttack-Gabee's Roads
    80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Flyingstone
    Windows

    Card Attack is a Card Deck Building based roguelike game. Collect cards, enhance them with relics and skills, and defeat your enemies!

    Why similar: Card Game 29%, Strategy 28.2%, Simulation 26%, Deckbuilding 6.7%, Stylized 5.4%

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    81% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Follow the fun
    Windows

    It's rock paper scissors, but as an incremental roguelike deck builder.

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  27. #27 Funeral Manager
    78% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: Adrien De Nève
    Windows

    Run a funeral business in this management sim. Organize ceremonies, support grieving families, manage staff and resources, and protect your reputation. Balance empathy and business to succeed.

    Why similar: Simulation 32.1%, Strategy 27.8%, Card Game 20.8%, Real Time Tactics 15.9%, 2D 2.1%

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    79% matchMixed67% of 39 reviews2021
    Dev: Finol Digital LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: IGA Studio
    Windows

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  30. #30 Black Cat
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Cat Maid Cafe L.L.C.
    Windows

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  31. #31 Geyserlands
    76% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Blazing Nebula
    Windows

    Geyserlands is a deck-building game of modern otherworldly mystery. Gain new cards and upgrade your deck as you explore the mystery of Geyserlands. Unlock secret powers and gain special advantages. How will your story end in Geyserlands?

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    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vampirie Eleison
    Windows

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    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Fat Cat Interactive
    Windows

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    Why similar: Card Game 34.5%, Strategy 17.3%, Deckbuilding 16.1%, Simulation 12.5%, Tabletop 6.9%

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    75% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2021
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    Windows

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    74% matchMostly Negative29% of 153 reviews2018
    Dev: KittehfacePub: Toplitz
    Windows

    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.

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    74% matchMostly Negative20% of 15 reviews2017
    Dev: Trend Redaktions- und Verlagsgesellschaft mbH
    Windows

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    73% matchMostly Negative38% of 34 reviews2016
    Dev: santasco.comPub: IV Productions
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 54.1%, Strategy 45.9%

  38. #38 Carpe Deal 'Em
    73% match9 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2016
    Dev: DDD Wares
    Windows · Linux

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    73% matchNegative7% of 15 reviews2015
    Dev: United Independent Entertainment
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 54.4%, Strategy 45.6%

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    72% matchMixed64% of 39 reviews2016
    Dev: Totem GamesPub: Strategy First
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Strategy 47.6%

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    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 166 reviews2018
    Dev: QLOCPub: Toplitz Productions
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Strategy 47.6%

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    71% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2018
    Dev: Ghost ClustersPub: Funbox Media Ltd
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Strategy 47.6%

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    71% matchMixed45% of 29 reviews2016
    Dev: Eversim
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 52.4%, Strategy 47.6%

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    70% matchMixed71% of 24 reviews2019
    Dev: QLOCPub: Toplitz Productions
    Windows

    Become the ultimate hotel-mogul! You now have the chance to prove your managerial and planning skills in the hotel industry.

    Why similar: Simulation 51.8%, Strategy 48.2%

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    69% matchPositive84% of 37 reviews2018
    Dev: AgeodPub: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

    Ageod’s Wars of Succession is a new game designed to cover two major wars that consumed Europe at the eve of the 18th Century.

    Why similar: Simulation 51.8%, Strategy 48.2%

  46. #46 Nature Zen
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Octane
    Windows · Linux

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    69% matchMixed50% of 12 reviews2019
    Dev: LemoNeko Software
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 51.2%, Strategy 48.8%

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    70% matchMixed41% of 190 reviews2010
    Dev: Realmforge StudiosPub: Kalypso Media Digital
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%

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    Why similar: Simulation 52%, Strategy 48%

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    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 181 reviews
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    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%

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    67% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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  51. #51 Cosmic Cash
    67% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: Rabbit Hole Studios
    Windows

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    Why similar: Simulation 51.2%, Strategy 48.8%

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    67% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: JNA Game
    Windows

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    67% matchMixed44% of 16 reviews2018
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