- #1 112 Operator
97% matchVery Positive89% of 7,334 reviews2020
Dev: Jutsu GamesPub: Games Operators
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Manage emergency services in any city in the world! Take calls and dispatch rescue forces. Handle difficult situations, now depending on the weather, and traffic. Help the citizens through cataclysms and natural disasters, becoming a better emergency number operator every day!
Why similar: Moddable 37.3% ★, Simulation 16.8%, RTS 12.2%, Realistic 12.1%, Real Time Tactics 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game captures the core management aspect of emergency services by tasking you with handling calls and deploying units across a city.
- #2 911 Operator
96% matchVery Positive89% of 19,768 reviews2017
Dev: Jutsu GamesPub: Games Operators
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Game about the difficult work of people that manage emergency lines and services. Answer incoming calls and react properly - give first aid instructions, advise, dispatch correct number of firemen / police / ambulances, or sometimes - just ignore the call. Play on ANY CITY in the world!
Why similar: Simulation 33.6%, Strategy 28.3%, Moddable 15% ★, Real Time Tactics 9.7%, Realistic 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar experience to the management side of the Emergency series, focusing on dispatching police, fire, and medical units to critical incidents.
- #3 Fire Commander
96% matchMixed67% of 374 reviews2022
Dev: Atomic WolfPub: Feel Good Games
Windows
See what it means to face the fire. Command a firefighting unit in an exciting tactical RTS. Save lives, manage your water supplies and care for your team in 30+ missions. Be a real hero!
Why similar: Real-Time 30.9% ★, RTS 16.1%, Real Time Tactics 15.2%, Simulation 13.4%, Strategy 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A real-time tactical game that focuses specifically on the challenges of firefighting and managing specialized crews in dangerous environments.
- #4 RESCUE 2: Everyday Heroes
95% matchMixed63% of 287 reviews2015
Dev: Fragment Production Ltd.Pub: astragon Sales & Services GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%
HOW MANY LIVES WILL YOU SAVE?Experience your city through the eyes of a lifesaver and find out what it means to be a genuine "Everyday Hero"! Keep track of several fire stations, a variety of vehicles, a wide range of equipment and specialized staff so that you're always prepared for anything.
Why similar: Strategy 38.8%, Simulation 36.4%, RTS 22.1%, Singleplayer 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes the tactical management of fire stations and the deployment of emergency vehicles to handle complex disasters.
- #5 Door Kickers
94% matchVery Positive94% of 10,059 reviews2014
Dev: KillHouse Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Door Kickers is an innovative realtime strategy game that puts you in charge of a SWAT team and lets you command them during a tactical intervention.
Why similar: Strategy 29.1%, Simulation 19%, Moddable 18.1% ★, RTS 11.5%, Real Time Tactics 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: While focused on SWAT operations, it shares the top-down tactical squad control and real-time planning mechanics found in Emergency 4.
- #6 Flashing Lights - Police, Firefighting, Emergency Services (EMS) Simulator
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 18,642 reviews2023
Dev: Nils JakrinsPub: Excalibur Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 38.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Play solo or in up to 10-player multiplayer co-op! Flashing Lights is an open world police, firefighting and EMS simulator game with plenty of opportunity for role-play or more relaxed fun with friends. Become the law or save lives! Discover leagues of player-created mods!
Why similar: Simulation 36.9%, Realistic 24.7%, Co-op 19.5%, Multiplayer 18.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game allows you to experience the multi-agency emergency response loop from a first-person perspective with multiplayer support.
- #7 Police Simulator: Patrol Officers
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 22,842 reviews2022
Dev: Aesir InteractivePub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Welcome to Brighton! Join the police force of this fictitious American city and experience the day to day life of a police officer.
Why similar: Simulation 26.9%, Online Co-Op 20%, Realistic 18.4%, Co-op 16%, Multiplayer 15.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a grounded, on-the-ground perspective of police work that complements the high-level management style of the Emergency series.
- #8 Emergency Call 112 – The Fire Fighting Simulation 2
92% matchMixed61% of 5,769 reviews2021
Dev: CreneticPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Median: 11.1 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Emergency Call 112 – The Fire Fighting Simulation 2 is the consequent further development of the successful first part, which lets every Firefighter Fan experience the way a professional fire brigade works.
Why similar: Moddable 36.6% ★, Simulation 19.2%, Realistic 13.4%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Co-op 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A highly realistic simulation that focuses on the technical aspects of firefighting and equipment management.
- #9 EMERGENCY 20
91% matchVery Positive84% of 2,165 reviews2017
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Coordinate your team of first responders in the anniversary edition of EMERGENCY! Featuring 10 remastered classic EMERGENCY missions and three full campaigns, EMERGENCY 20 is the complete package for both experienced and new rescue commanders!
Why similar: Mod 42.7% ★, Moddable 8.5% ★, Real-Time 8.5% ★, Simulation 6.7%, Strategy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A compilation entry in the series that retains the classic real-time tactical gameplay of the original titles.
- #10 EmergeNYC
91% matchMixed63% of 4,244 reviews2016
Dev: FlipSwitch Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 237.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
EmergeNYC is a simulation of New York City's Emergency Services. Drive over 30 different Emergency Vehicles with up to 32 of your friends through busy City Streets with blazing sirens and air horns. Take the role of a firefighter, medic, or police officer and ride with your friends to emergencies
Why similar: Simulation 31.4%, Strategy 21.1%, Realistic 17.3%, Multiplayer 15.1%, RTS 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: An open-world emergency simulator that focuses on the realistic operation of fire and EMS vehicles in a dense urban environment.
- #11 Notruf 112 | Emergency Call 112
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 4,502 reviews2016
Dev: Crenetic GmbH StudiosPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Emergency Call 112 – The Fire Fighting Simulation is an exciting, fully detailed simulation of the eventful life of a big city fire department. It was developed in cooperation with and modelled on the fire brigade of Mülheim, Germany. Mülheim has one of the largest and most modern fire stations in Europe.
Why similar: Simulation 32.6%, Mod 23.7% ★, Realistic 15.2%, Moddable 11.6% ★, Multiplayer 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title provides a detailed look at the daily operations and emergency response procedures of a professional fire department.
- #12 Firefighting Simulator - The Squad
89% matchVery Positive81% of 5,311 reviews2020
Dev: Chronos UnterhaltungssoftwarePub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Simulation 28.1%, Realistic 15.4%, Online Co-Op 14.9%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Co-op 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes team-based tactical firefighting, requiring players to coordinate with AI or human teammates to suppress complex fires.
- #13 EMERGENCY 3
89% matchVery Positive81% of 172 reviews2017
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows
Their lives are in your hands - can you take the pressure? In this re-release of the classic EMERGENCY 3 it's your job to save lifes! Command many different first responder units in an exciting mix of simulation and real-time strategy.
Why similar: Mod 32% ★, Simulation 10.6%, Moddable 9.8% ★, Cult Classic 9.5% ★, Strategy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: An earlier entry in the series that established the core real-time tactical mechanics and unit management style.
- #14 Emergency 2014
88% matchMixed64% of 374 reviews2013
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
You have command of paramedics, fire brigades, police and disaster relief. Send your teams out on tense real-time missions to deal with disasters in Europe's major centres.
Why similar: Simulation 46.6%, Strategy 19%, RTS 18.1%, Realistic 9.3%, Multiplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: This version expands on the tactical mission structure with additional scenarios and updated emergency response units.
- #15 This Is the Police
86% matchVery Positive82% of 11,217 reviews2016
Dev: Weappy StudioPub: THQ Nordic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
This Is the Police is a strategy/adventure game set in a city spiraling the drain. Taking the role of gritty Police Chief Jack Boyd, you'll dive into a deep story of crime and intrigue. Will Jack reach his retirement with a nice stack of bills, or will he end up broken ... or worse?
Why similar: Strategy 62.4%, Simulation 32.1%, Singleplayer 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: It combines resource management with high-pressure decision-making, forcing you to balance limited police resources against city-wide crises.
- #16 EMERGENCY
85% matchMixed70% of 6,906 reviews2023
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Save lives – be a hero! Join forces against the chaos in the newest title of the award-winning EMERGENCY series. Take up your shift as incident commander and coordinate with other players to fight fires, arrest gangsters and rescue injured civilians. Your city needs you!
Why similar: Real-Time 16.1% ★, RTS 15.3%, Strategy 12.3%, Real Time Tactics 12.2%, Simulation 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: The modern free-to-play iteration that brings the series' classic emergency response gameplay to a new generation.
- #17 Radio Commander: Vietnam '64
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,060 reviews2019
Dev: Serious SimPub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Use the radio to give commands to the soldiers on the battlefield. Keep track of the situation based on their voice reports only. Lead US platoons to clash with Vietcong in a realistic, innovative approach to the RTS genre. Make hard choices in a narrative driven experience, and face the outcome.
Why similar: Simulation 26%, RTS 25.7%, Real Time Tactics 25.7%, Strategy 19.1%, Singleplayer 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the tactical communication aspect of command, requiring you to manage units through radio reports rather than direct visual control.
- #18 Firefighting Simulator: Ignite
83% matchVery Positive80% of 2,571 reviews2025
Dev: weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbHPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 39.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Face unpredictable dangers, fight perilous fires with your crew, and save lives in Firefighting Simulator: Ignite. Step into the boots of a U.S. firefighter and play with up to 3 friends or with the help of your NPC controlled crew members.
Why similar: Simulation 43%, Realistic 20.5%, Multiplayer 12.9%, Co-op 10.9%, Online Co-Op 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on firefighting tactics that emphasizes realistic physics and equipment usage in emergency situations.
- #19 Contraband Police
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 25,591 reviews2023
Dev: Crazy RocksPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Take over the duties of a border guard inspector in a communist country of the 80's. Smuggling, corruption and forgery are the order of the day here. Be vigilant and earn the respect of your superiors.
Why similar: Simulation 56.1%, Realistic 35.9%, Singleplayer 8%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends law enforcement management with investigative gameplay, capturing the feeling of being an officer on the front lines.
- #20 EMERGENCY 2
84% matchVery Positive84% of 83 reviews2018
Dev: Sixteen Tons Entertainment
Windows
Save Lives! When disaster strikes it all comes down to you! Take command of firefighters, doctors and more in this EMERGENCY Classics re-release of EMERGENCY 2. Now playable on modern operating systems!
Why similar: Cult Classic 22.5% ★, Simulation 18.8%, Real-Time 17.7% ★, Strategy 16.3%, RTS 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that provides the foundational real-time strategy elements seen in the later Deluxe version.
- #21 Rescue HQ - The Tycoon
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 932 reviews2019
Dev: stillalive studiosPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Build up your headquarters from scratch and design your own masterpiece. In Rescue HQ you build, organize and manage a joint station for firefighters, police and ambulance. Manage your resources wisely and master challenging emergencies to keep your city safe! Are you up to the challenge?
Why similar: Simulation 45.9%, Strategy 38.5%, Retro 10.7%, Singleplayer 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the management and expansion of emergency stations, providing a different angle on the emergency services theme.
- #22 Global Rescue
77% matchVery Positive86% of 1,799 reviews2026
Dev: PeDePe GbR Pub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Build your own base and take command of firefighting, police, EMS, and SWAT operations. Thanks to real map data, you can play right in your hometown - or anywhere in the world! Manage your fleet, hire staff, and take on a variety of authentic operations. In which city are you taking command?
Why similar: Simulation 46.3%, Strategy 40.1%, Realistic 9.2%, Singleplayer 4.4%
- #23 Ambulance Life: A Paramedic Simulator
79% matchMixed49% of 1,317 reviews2025
Dev: Aesir InteractivePub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Dedicate your life to saving others. As soon as you receive the emergency call, speed off to the site of the accident in your ambulance, sirens wailing. Apply first aid and transport the seriously injured to hospital. Every second counts!
Why similar: Simulation 64.7%, Realistic 30.5%, Singleplayer 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the medical response aspect of emergency services, providing a detailed simulation of paramedic duties.
- #24 Police Tactics: Imperio
81% matchMixed62% of 423 reviews2016
Dev: CyberphobX Ltd.Pub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
In POLICE TACTICS: IMPERIO you start your career as an aspiring police chief in Newport Falls, a city that is dirty and corrupt to its core. You are responsible for upholding law and order. Coordinate the emergency vehicles and personnel of the municipal precinct and put a stop to crime.
Why similar: Strategy 50.1%, Simulation 49.9%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the strategic management of a police force, requiring you to handle crime and emergencies across a city.
- #25 Men of War™
79% matchVery Positive90% of 3,859 reviews2009
Dev: Best WayPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Men of War is a stunning Real-Time Strategy game that takes place during the height of World War II. Intense battles span Europe and North Africa as gamers play as Soviet, Allied or German forces across 19 massive single-player missions.
Why similar: Mod 22.4% ★, Strategy 22%, RTS 13.6%, Moddable 12.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 8%
Why You'll Like It: While set in a military context, its deep real-time tactical squad control is highly reminiscent of the unit management in Emergency 4.
- #26 Firefighters 2014
81% matchMixed61% of 600 reviews2014
Dev: VIS - Visual Imagination SoftwarePub: rondomedia GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
House fires, traffic accidents and large-scale emergencies: Experience the day-to-day life of the fire department in “Firefighters 2014 – The Simulation Game”! Finally, what firefighter simulation fans have been waiting on for a long time – play and immerse yourself in the daily operations of a fire department: traffic accidents on the...
Why similar: Simulation 98.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-focused title that explores the challenges of fire suppression and rescue operations.
- #27 Command: Modern Operations
78% matchVery Positive85% of 1,636 reviews2019
Dev: Command Development TeamPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 32.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Command: Modern Operations is the next generation in cross-domain modern wargaming. It enables you to simulate every military engagement from post World War II to the present day and beyond. The scale is primarily tactical/operational, although strategic scale operations are also possible.
Why similar: Simulation 45.9%, Strategy 23.8%, RTS 21.5%, Realistic 5.3%, Co-op 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-level tactical simulation that shares the complex, real-time command-and-control feel of managing large-scale emergency operations.
- #28 Into The Flames
76% matchVery Positive81% of 1,752 reviews2023
Dev: Fully Involved Game StudiosPub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Into The Flames is a Solo/Co-op firefighting game that focuses on the intensity of being a real life firefighter. Drive emergency vehicles, bust down doors, fight raging fires, and do whatever it takes to bring the chaotic scene under control!
Why similar: Simulation 53.3%, Multiplayer 29%, Co-op 17.6%
- #29 Emergency Call - The Firefighting Simulation 3
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 346 reviews2026
Dev: Crenetic GmbH StudiosPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Be part of a professional fire department and prepare for your operations. Complete training courses and drills during your 24-hour shifts to qualify for roles from attack crew member to engineer across various emergency vehicles.
Why similar: Simulation 63.6%, Realistic 36.4%
- #30 Transport Fever 2
75% matchVery Positive90% of 32,451 reviews2019
Dev: Urban GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 66.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way!
Why similar: Mod 26.5% ★, Simulation 24.7%, Moddable 20.8% ★, Strategy 19.5%, Realistic 6.9%
- #31 Bus Simulator 16
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,782 reviews2016
Dev: stillalive studiosPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 93.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Get behind the wheel of 13 realistic city buses licensed by known city bus manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz and MAN. Keep an eye on the traffic code and drive your passengers safely to their destinations through five characteristic city districts.
Why similar: Mod 56.1% ★, Moddable 16.2% ★, Simulation 11.6%, Realistic 5.4%, Multiplayer 3.8%
- #32 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
75% matchVery Positive95% of 15,848 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: RTS 25.3%, Strategy 25.2%, Classic 22.9% ★, Real-Time 9.3% ★, Simulation 7.9%
- #33 Cities: Skylines
74% matchVery Positive93% of 291,638 reviews2015
Dev: Colossal OrderPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 65.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Cities: Skylines is a modern take on the classic city simulation. The game introduces new game play elements to realize the thrill and hardships of creating and maintaining a real city whilst expanding on some well-established tropes of the city building experience.
Why similar: Mod 49.3% ★, Moddable 20.1% ★, Simulation 16%, Strategy 9.7%, Realistic 3.5%
- #34 Wargame: European Escalation
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,402 reviews2012
Dev: Eugen Systems
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 62%
The New Fatal Error DLC includes a new 5-mission Operation and touch-screen controls.
Why similar: Strategy 26.3%, RTS 23.9%, Real-Time 15.5% ★, Real Time Tactics 10.7%, Simulation 9.7%
- #35 Bus Simulator 18
74% matchVery Positive81% of 13,660 reviews2018
Dev: stillalive studiosPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Experience the job of a bus driver in a vast and freely drivable urban area. Drive original licensed city buses from the great brands: Mercedes-Benz, Setra, MAN, and IVECO BUS. Transport your passengers safely and punctually, either solo in single player mode, or in multiplayer mode.
Why similar: Simulation 37.6%, Mod 15.8% ★, Multiplayer 15.6%, Realistic 15.1%, Co-op 7.1%
- #36 Men of War II
73% matchMixed61% of 7,460 reviews2024
Dev: Best WayPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Experience warfare like never before! Men of War II, the anticipated sequel to the highly acclaimed RTS franchise is here with all-new units, locations, campaigns, game modes and true trademarks of the series: historical fidelity and action-filled gameplay on the Eastern and Western Fronts of WWII.
Why similar: Moddable 26.8% ★, RTS 15.1%, Real Time Tactics 12.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Online Co-Op 9.2%
- #37 Fernbus Simulator
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 12,128 reviews2016
Dev: TML-StudiosPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 97.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The world of coach drivers awaits you! Drive along motorways and country roads to the bus stations in over 40 cities in Germany. Thanks to the cooperation with FlixBus and true-to-the-original MAN buses, you will experience the game world in a realistic way.
Why similar: Moddable 39.1% ★, Simulation 38.8%, Realistic 18.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%, Online Co-Op 1%
- #38 Emergency Call 112 - The Attack Squad
72% matchMixed50% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: CreneticPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Take on the role of the attack squad and complete a variety of diverse missions ranging from apartment fires to rescuing people and many more. Get an overview of the situation at the scene and decide strategically how to tackle the upcoming tasks depending on the situation!
Why similar: Simulation 41.5%, Strategy 38.3%, Realistic 19.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #39 Train Simulator Classic
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 29,402 reviews2015
Dev: Dovetail GamesPub: Dovetail Games - Trains
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The ultimate railway hobby for more than 15 years! From historic steam locomotives to modern high-speed and heavy freight trains, and routes around the world, Train Simulator Classic is the simulation made by railfans for railfans.
Why similar: Simulation 60.3%, Moddable 19.6% ★, Realistic 14.9%, Singleplayer 3%, Strategy 2.2%
- #40 Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition
67% matchVery Positive92% of 11,558 reviews2025
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 12.0 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Gird your loins and sharpen your steel! Besiege 20 unique enemy lords and battle friends online, in this expanded remaster of the classic 'castle sim'. Relive history with new units, opponents, visuals, audio, campaigns, skirmish trails, co-op and larger maps.
Why similar: Strategy 30.2%, Real Time Tactics 29.9%, RTS 26.5%, Simulation 13.4%
- #41 SimCity™ 4 Deluxe Edition
71% matchVery Positive82% of 9,827 reviews2010
Dev: EA - MaxisPub: Electronic Arts
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 13.4 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: Moddable 25.4% ★, Simulation 23.7%, Strategy 22.6%, Classic 13.4% ★, Realistic 7.8%
- #42 Construction Simulator 2015
71% matchVery Positive82% of 6,849 reviews2014
Dev: weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbHPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
In Construction Simulator 2015, you take the controls of 16 realistic construction machines made by LIEBHERR, STILL and MAN with high-quality 3D graphics.
Why similar: Simulation 43.1%, Mod 20.5% ★, Multiplayer 10%, Realistic 7.6%, Co-op 7.1%
- #43 Riot Operator
71% matchMostly Negative27% of 152 reviews2024
Dev: Beta 2 GamesPub: Side Quest Publishing
Windows
The Riot Police need great operators like you. Protect the peace in real places and manifestations. Your ability, perception, and skills will be tested. Control the Uncontrollable!
Why similar: Moddable 30.4% ★, Real Time Tactics 15.4%, RTS 14.9%, Simulation 14.8%, Strategy 12.2%
- #44 Truck & Logistics Simulator
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,465 reviews2023
Dev: Simula GamesPub: Aerosoft GmbH
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 33.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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: Moddable 39.8% ★, Simulation 22%, Realistic 13.8%, Multiplayer 11.3%, Co-op 10.7%
- #45 Farming Simulator 15
70% matchVery Positive92% of 15,852 reviews2014
Dev: GIANTS Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 91.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Welcome to the new generation of Farming Simulator!With a brand new graphics and physics engine, Farming Simulator 15 offers an immense open world, filled with details and visual effects transporting the Farming Simulator franchise to a new era.
Why similar: Mod 31% ★, Simulation 23.6%, Moddable 20.9% ★, Multiplayer 7.5%, Realistic 5.4%
- #46 Call to Arms - Gates of Hell: Ostfront
68% matchVery Positive85% of 33,822 reviews2021
Dev: Barbedwire StudiosPub: Digitalmindsoft
Windows
Median: 15.0 hrsMean: 77.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2?
Why similar: Moddable 28.4% ★, RTS 16.6%, Real Time Tactics 16.3%, Strategy 13.4%, Online Co-Op 8.6%
- #47 Sudden Strike 4
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 8,319 reviews2017
Dev: Kite GamesPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Sudden Strike is back! The beloved Real Time Strategy series returns, this time with bigger battlefields, more units, better graphics, new scenarios and legendary commanders – making Sudden Strike 4 more tactical and realistic than ever before!
Why similar: Strategy 25.2%, RTS 22.3%, Real-Time 21.5% ★, Real Time Tactics 19.3%, Realistic 6.4%
- #48 Counter Terrorist Agency
70% matchMixed45% of 544 reviews2019
Dev: Play2ChillPub: Games Operators
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Counter Terrorist Agency lets you fight international terrorism and prevent attacks all over the world. Use modern invigilation techniques, discover connections, interrogate suspects, eliminate threats and dismantle terrorist networks.
Why similar: Real-Time 26.6% ★, Simulation 19.7%, Strategy 18.7%, Classic 12.2% ★, Real Time Tactics 11.7%
- #49 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
64% matchVery Positive91% of 27,069 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 71.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Why similar: Moddable 42.1% ★, Simulation 28.3%, Strategy 27.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #50 Flash Point: Fire Rescue
68% matchVery Positive82% of 175 reviews2018
Dev: RetroEpic Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Coordinate a squad of firefighters as they navigate the hazards of a structural fire in search of the survivors trapped inside. Flash Point: Fire Rescue is a turn-based strategy port of the acclaimed board game. A unique tactical firefighting experience to enjoy with your family and friends.
Why similar: Strategy 77.3%, Co-op 22.7%
- #51 Rebel Inc: Escalation
66% matchVery Positive82% of 7,522 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.
Why similar: Moddable 33.5% ★, Simulation 15.8%, RTS 15.5%, Strategy 15.1%, Co-op 9.4%
- #52 Incident Commander
69% matchMixed48% of 85 reviews2020
Dev: BreakAway Games
Windows · Mac
Sudden disaster has put the town at risk, and you are the Incident Commander! It is up to you to control the responder teams who can stop the growing threat and save the community. The mayor is watching. Can you keep the public safe and stay within budget?
Why similar: RTS 22%, Simulation 18.9%, Strategy 18.3%, Online Co-Op 14.6%, Co-op 12.7%
- #53 Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein
67% matchVery Positive83% of 83 reviews2020
Dev: Strategy 3 TacticsPub: Matrix Games
Windows
Close Combat is a pausable real-time wargame series, heavily focused on historical accuracy and realistic soldier psychological profiles. Team management is crucial as every man in your team matter.
Why similar: Simulation 43.3%, Strategy 41.9%, RTS 7.6%, Classic 7.1% ★
- #54 Stronghold: Definitive Edition
63% matchVery Positive86% of 10,331 reviews2023
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Greetings sire! Your stronghold awaits you. Build a castle economy, besiege unforgettable villains and return to the 'castle sim' that started it all. Experience this classic RTS with upgraded visuals, modernised gameplay, Steam multiplayer and a new campaign.
Why similar: Real Time Tactics 27.8%, RTS 25.7%, Strategy 23.9%, Simulation 15.8%, Multiplayer 6.8%
- #55 Construction Simulator
64% matchVery Positive81% of 14,403 reviews2022
Dev: weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbHPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Simulation 37.7%, Online Co-Op 23.8%, Multiplayer 18.9%, Realistic 18.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #56 Firefighters - The Simulation
69% matchMixed44% of 102 reviews2016
Dev: VIS-GamesPub: United Independent Entertainment
Windows
You and your team will experience the exciting work of the professional fire brigade, surviving realistic missions where you extinguish house fires, salvage and neutralize extremely toxic and hazardous substances, and accomplish many other fascinating tasks.
Why similar: Simulation 100%