- #1 Game Dev Story
97% matchVery Positive90% of 1,452 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 21.0 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Work hard and you may reach the top of the video game industry!
Why similar: Game Development 16.3% ★, Programming 14.8% ★, City Builder 10%, Software 10% ★, Real Time Tactics 9.7%
- #2 Star of Games
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Velo GamesPub: Infini Fun
Windows
Ever dreamed of creating a genre-defining masterpiece? Star of Games is a next-gen simulation management game centered on game dev. You'll act as an aspiring developer, starting from a humble garage startup and embarking on a glorious journey—from recreating classics to forging your own legends.
Why similar: Game Development 32.3% ★, Programming 14.4% ★, Management 10.3%, Building 10.2%, Life Sim 9.7%
- #3 Hot Springs Story
96% matchVery Positive84% of 282 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Build and manage the ultimate Japanese hot springs inn.
Why similar: City Builder 18.6%, Building 16.4%, Life Sim 14%, Real Time Tactics 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #4 Dream House Days DX
95% matchVery Positive84% of 315 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Make the dwelling of your dreams a reality in this apartment management sim!
Why similar: Life Sim 17.6%, City Builder 16.6%, Management 10.9%, Building 9.3%, 2D Platformer 9%
- #5 Crapht Box
94% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Tony Wang
Windows
Crapht Box is a Fantasy Physics Sandbox, inspired by the Fantasy Console genre. It brings a simulated world with a number of disks and tools, and leaves you to play, program, create and share disks.
Why similar: Game Development 29.5% ★, Software 21.6% ★, Programming 19.7% ★, Building 7.2%, Sandbox 7.1%
- #6 Dungeon Village 2
94% matchVery Positive87% of 683 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Recruit adventurers and monsters to create your own RRG-style town!
Why similar: City Builder 20.7%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, Life Sim 12.3%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, Building 6.2%
- #7 Mad Games Tycoon 2
93% matchVery Positive94% of 7,699 reviews2023
Dev: Eggcode
Windows · Mac
Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Start your own game development studio in 1976. Build your own offices, production facilities and server rooms. Develop the games of your dreams and produce the next next-gen console. Rise from a small garage company to a huge corporation.
Why similar: Game Development 30.2% ★, Programming 19.5% ★, City Builder 14.5%, Management 14%, Building 9.1%
- #8 DevTycoon
92% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Nova Spark Interactive
Windows · Linux
DevTycoon is a software development business simulation with a charming pixel art style, which challenges you to build and manage your own company in a world where competition is fierce and the challenges reflect real life.
Why similar: Game Development 31% ★, Building 13.4%, Life Sim 12.3%, Management 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11%
- #9 Mitrapunk
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: snowman647
Windows · Mac · Linux
Manage software development in tech giants such as Apple or Facebook. Figure out how to get promoted by choosing standout features, negotiating architecture solutions, and crafting impeccable code. Work overtime to outpace peers in the career race, but also avoid burnout.
Why similar: Game Development 28.5% ★, Software 22.1% ★, Programming 13% ★, Management 10.5%, Building 8.5%
- #10 MOENTO - Modular Environment Toolkit
91% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: Jonas OppligerPub: Voronoi Studios
Windows · Linux
This toolkit accelerates the invention of unique structures for games using well-known purchasable assets or individual game specific DLC's and allows developers to give their audience a tool to actively participate in the development of the game world.
Why similar: Game Development 25.4% ★, Programming 23.5% ★, Software 19.7% ★, City Builder 14.2%, Building 7.8%
- #11 Pool Slide Story
90% matchVery Positive90% of 195 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Make a fantastic, dazzling water park!
Why similar: City Builder 27.4%, Building 11.5%, Life Sim 11.1%, Management 9.9%, 2D Platformer 8.8%
- #12 Game Builder Tycoon - Prologue
89% matchMixed61% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: AM PlayhousePub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Game Builder Tycoon - Prologue is a free simulation game in which you begin your journey as an indie game developer. Personalize your character, craft hit games, manage marketing and research stuff. Create best game on the planet!
Why similar: Game Development 34.5% ★, Programming 20.5% ★, Management 12.8%, Building 11.5%, Sandbox 5.4%
- #13 Missing Features: 2D
89% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2020
Dev: High Level
Windows
Missing Features: 2D is a platformer game that, as the name implies, the features are missing! Look how crazy!
Why similar: Game Development 31.3% ★, Programming 28.3% ★, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Cute 6.3%, 1990's 6.3%
- #14 City Game Studio: Your Game Dev Adventure Begins
86% matchVery Positive92% of 1,841 reviews2021
Dev: Binogure Studio 🐺
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Manage a game studio from the dawn of the gaming industry in 1976. Your journey starts with small indie titles and grows into a gaming empire. Develop, design, and conquer the industry. From humble beginnings to gaming legend, it’s your story, your studio, your legacy!
Why similar: Game Development 29.5% ★, Programming 25.2% ★, Management 11.6%, Life Sim 9.5%, Building 7.6%
- #15 DevLife
87% matchMixed64% of 66 reviews2020
Dev: Roman StudioPub: Mesote Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In DevLife you start your career just before hitting 18. It's up to you to choose who you want to be - a graphic designer or maybe a programmer? Will it be a Website design or Mobile Applications? It is up to you to decide! And what if you chose wrong? Well... You will have to live with that!
Why similar: Game Development 30.8% ★, Programming 29.2% ★, Life Sim 12.2%, Management 10.7%, Building 10.5%
- #16 MonTamer Maker
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Craft and play monster tamer RPGs with the newest game creation engine, MonTamer Maker!
Why similar: Programming 24.2% ★, Software 21.5% ★, City Builder 16.2%, Building 11.2%, 1990's 5.7%
- #17 BrickWorks
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BrickWorks Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
BrickWorks is a game creation platform, with a focus on ease-of-use, accessibility and community.
Why similar: Game Development 31.3% ★, Programming 28.8% ★, Software 20.4% ★, Building 12.4%, Cute 3.7%
- #18 programming-factory-2
84% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: KUOKUO
Windows
Programming Factory 2 is an educational and entertaining algorithmic puzzle game! Players solve algorithmic challenges ranging from simple mathematical operations to complex operations by building a network of processing modules.
Why similar: Programming 38.5% ★, City Builder 17.1%, Game Development 14.8% ★, Building 13.2%, Simulation 4.2%
- #19 RAX
82% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: leegons
Windows · Mac
RAX is a puzzle sandbox about light paths, logic, and modular construction. Place and rotate optical components to control the direction, color, and timing of light, activate targets, and package complex circuits into reusable blueprint chips.
Why similar: Programming 38.7% ★, Software 28.8% ★, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Sandbox 8.8%, Simulation 5.7%
- #20 Platform Game Maker
83% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Playstige Interactive
Windows
Platform Game Maker is exciting tool to make your dream Platform Game!
Why similar: Game Development 48% ★, Software 29.5% ★, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%, Casual 3.4%
- #21 Game Dev Company
84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Quark Game
Windows
Game Dev Company is a simulation of game dev company, where you can build company, add furniture,build develop department ,Develop your own games to make money and make your company the most famous game company.
Why similar: Game Development 52.8% ★, Building 14.6%, Management 12.8%, Strategy 9.2%, Simulation 8%
- #22 5YN-OS
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 5 Years Now
Windows · Linux
Dive into a sandbox operating system simulator and learn to code with FantasyLang. Personalise your desktop, build and tweak apps, uncover hidden secrets, and venture into the darknet. Shape the system however you like. Your OS, your rules.
Why similar: Game Development 31.1% ★, Programming 30.2% ★, Software 20% ★, Sandbox 6.5%, Simulation 4.7%
- #23 Runeline
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gnostic Games
Windows · Mac
Design, build, and code a factory within the magical world of Runeline! Work on producing increasingly complex products, which will require you to write not just functional but optimized code, all within the simple instructions of the machine core.
Why similar: Programming 40.2% ★, City Builder 24.1%, Building 13.6%, Sandbox 7.6%, Strategy 5.8%
- #24 Cozy Game Company
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Ones
Windows
A cozy management sim where you build and run a tiny game development studio. Decorate your workspace, manage employee needs, design custom game covers, and publish your creations in a charming village — all wrapped in warm pixel art and relaxing ASMR ambience.
Why similar: Game Development 43.4% ★, Programming 12.6% ★, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Strategy 6.2%, Management 6.1%
- #25 Notemon
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Croaking Kero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Monster-taming turn-based RPG. Explore Nyoo Owtearowa to befriend Notemon, build them a home, investigate the recent Notemon aggression, help the townsfolk and discover everything that awaits you in this delightful and mysterious New Zealand-inspired place.
Why similar: Game Development 34.5% ★, Programming 31.4% ★, 2D Platformer 9.5%, 1990's 5.7%, Retro 5.6%
- #26 Mini Mayor: 12 Years
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Symbolic
Windows
Build your city and survive elections in this city-building management sandbox. Choose campaign promises, manage approval, and aim for three terms. Your choices shape the story and outcome. Will you develop the city or use your power to build your personal fortune?
Why similar: City Builder 31.7%, Life Sim 14%, Strategy 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Sandbox 8.3%
- #27 游戏梦之路 / game dream journey
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StarTraceark
Windows
Forge Your Dream Games, Build a Legendary Studio! Unearth and cultivate talented employees, leading your team through countless critical decisions as you rise from obscurity to claim the coveted Game of the Year award. This is your path to becoming a legend. Are you ready to write your own chapter?
Why similar: Game Development 39.1% ★, Programming 22.8% ★, Management 13%, Strategy 8.9%, Simulation 8.6%
- #28 Dream Town Island
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 510 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
A town sim where you raise generations of residents. Unlock new stores and facilities, help your residents find love, or cash in on the stock market!
Why similar: City Builder 24.2%, Life Sim 15.7%, Building 11.2%, 2D Platformer 6.8%, Management 6.8%
- #29 Carprogram
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Strong Tree(HusHucHu Rice)Pub: Strong Tree
Windows · Mac · Linux
An application that lets you lay down roads, this is your future non-fictional story.
Why similar: Software 36.3% ★, Programming 27.2% ★, City Builder 26.2%, Simulation 9.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #30 Anime Studio Story
77% matchVery Positive81% of 104 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Step into the studio and produce yourown hit anime with an original hero!
Why similar: Life Sim 16.3%, Management 14.9%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Simulation 9.6%
- #31 ATLASPIA: The Tower Manager
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IGM Studio
Windows · Mac
This is a tower-building simulation where you place offices, homes, shops, restaurants, hotels, and more inside a growing high-rise. People move autonomously toward their destinations, using elevators as the building comes to life. Balance profit and expansion as you create a busy tower of your own.
Why similar: City Builder 26.2%, Building 15.6%, Real Time Tactics 15.5%, Strategy 9.6%, Simulation 8.8%
- #32 My Tiny Park
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cold Cabin
Windows
My Tiny Park is a management sim where you design and manage parks of all kinds - from schoolyard playgrounds to sprawling nature reserves. Balance budgets, attract visitors, and craft the perfect outdoor space in this relaxing yet strategic game!
Why similar: City Builder 30.1%, Management 15.6%, Building 15.4%, Simulation 9.5%, Sandbox 9.4%
- #33 Programming Simulator
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Bunny Bit
Windows
you are a game developer who writes game code according to the tasks assigned by the company. You need to drag and drop nodes and connect them to build a complete behavioral logic!
Why similar: Programming 44.7% ★, Game Development 37.3% ★, 2D Platformer 5.9%, Simulation 5.1%, Strategy 4.8%
- #34 Two Point Museum
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,692 reviews2025
Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Curate and manage incredible museums! Explore to discover amazing artifacts. Design and refine the layout, keep staff happy, guests entertained, donations plentiful… and children off the exhibits
Why similar: City Builder 25.5%, Building 17.7%, Life Sim 15.7%, Management 12.2%, Sandbox 7.8%
- #35 HANDMADE CARPROGRAM
75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: ストロングツリー(HusHucHuライス)
Windows
Develop software with fun, game-like programming. You’ll set up things like houses and tools, without using hardly any words, just like a simulation game. This becomes an act of programming, and as a result, you’ll be able to develop software. “Programs are toys.”
Why similar: Software 30.7% ★, Game Development 27.9% ★, 2D Platformer 11%, Programming 10.9% ★, City Builder 6%
- #36 happiness market
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: luolei
Windows
A simple simulation and management game. Build different shops and earn money from passing customers.
Why similar: City Builder 30.7%, Building 18.3%, Life Sim 17.1%, 2D Platformer 17%, Simulation 6%
- #37 VirtualSociety
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cats & Foxes
Windows · Mac · Linux
VirtualSociety is a multiplayer sandbox game where you can create anything, from your own cozy little room to an entire universe. Create unique characters and let them live unforgettable experiences. Everything made in a really cute hand-painted art-style.
Why similar: Game Development 33.1% ★, City Builder 20.5%, Life Sim 13.5%, Building 12.9%, Sandbox 6.9%
- #38 Pocket Arcade Story
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 54 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create the gaming paradise of your dreams! Reach 5-stars and host tournaments!
Why similar: Game Development 21% ★, City Builder 16.4%, Life Sim 12.4%, Simulation 9.2%, Strategy 8.9%
- #39 锡安避难所 - 逃离
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 游戏脑
Windows
The perfect combination of game and learning creates the ultimate learning experience! Welcome to join the player QQ group: 749042893.
Why similar: Game Development 26% ★, Programming 23.3% ★, City Builder 16.8%, Life Sim 11.5%, Building 9%
- #40 Settlemoon
71% matchVery Positive86% of 284 reviews2023
Dev: Lepioid LLC
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 32.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
After the moon vanished, the fantasy world of Settlemoon lays abandoned in darkness. Re-light the skies, and provide a rest stop for adventurers in a town that updates in real time. Grow your town to attract strange visitors, and discover happened to this world.
Why similar: Game Development 28.5% ★, City Builder 26.6%, Building 12.9%, Management 9.4%, Simulation 5.9%
- #41 Venture Towns
72% matchMostly Positive80% of 132 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Make your own metropolitan utopia! Stores, mansions, towers--anything goes!
Why similar: City Builder 28.6%, Life Sim 14%, Building 10.8%, Real Time Tactics 8.2%, Strategy 8%
- #42 Retro Gadgets
71% matchVery Positive90% of 512 reviews2022
Dev: Licorice ehf
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 62.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Retro Gadgets is a sandbox where you build, code, and customize gadgets inspired by old-school electronics.
Why similar: Game Development 36.3% ★, Programming 24.7% ★, Building 14.2%, 1990's 6.4%, Sandbox 5.8%
- #43 SPARQ
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SPARQ Worlds Ltd
Windows · Linux
Play with friends - or 100+ players at once. SPARQ is a universe of multiplayer games, all in one place: co-op, PvP, total chaos. Smash zombie hordes, race rivals, win a tournament - then build your own and share it with everyone. No manual coding required.
Why similar: Game Development 33.1% ★, Programming 24.4% ★, Software 21% ★, Building 11.2%, Sandbox 7.3%
- #44 Cafe Master Story
70% matchVery Positive96% of 343 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Serve up food, drinks, and smiles in this retro cafe management sim!
Why similar: City Builder 22.8%, Life Sim 16.8%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Sandbox 8.5%, Building 8%
- #45 Hundred Nights: DIFU
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PixelsCove Games
Windows
Run the Eastern Underworld in this cozy city builder simulation! Design land layout, hire quirky soulkeepers, and punish sinful souls. Give souls a place to call home. Encounter legends from myths, explore worlds above...
Why similar: City Builder 28%, Building 16.7%, Management 13.4%, Strategy 10.2%, Simulation 9.7%
- #46 Algorithmically
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pipera Games
Windows
Visual programming. Design algorithms with intuitive flowcharts instead of typing code. Experiment with variables, build expressions, and see exactly how your logic flows. No syntax errors—just pure algorithmic thinking.
Why similar: Software 37.3% ★, Programming 35.2% ★, Game Development 15.6% ★, Retro 6.2%, Casual 3%
- #47 MMO RPG DEV Tycoon
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elindery
Windows · Linux
Forge the MMORPG of your dreams. Create cities, factions, raids and legendary world bosses. Build a living fantasy world driven by exploration, loot and war. Then join your own adventure!
Why similar: Game Development 28% ★, City Builder 20.6%, Management 15.6%, Building 14%, Sandbox 7.9%
- #48 Sufficiently Advanced Witchcraft
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: The Rook & The Raven
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic!" Practice witchcraft, summon daemons, harness crystal vibrations, and never EVER let the Magic Smoke escape as you help the villagers, protect the kingdom, and strive to unlock magic's deepest secrets in this cozy, witchy sim!
Why similar: Programming 49% ★, City Builder 16.4%, Management 10.5%, Building 8.2%, Simulation 7.5%
- #49 Heian City Story
67% matchVery Positive89% of 191 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A city-building sim with a historical twist
Why similar: City Builder 30.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Building 12.1%, Strategy 8.5%, Simulation 7.3%
- #50 Software Company
69% matchMostly Negative32% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: InkDevStudios
Windows
Build your own videogame-studio from the early days of videogaming to the future of the industry. Develop the games of your dreams, take care of your employees and mange your business.
Why similar: Game Development 43.1% ★, Programming 30.5% ★, Management 14.9%, Strategy 5.1%, Simulation 3.6%
- #51 PiM World
68% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: REVO team'sPub: STuNT
Windows
In the game you will lead your settlement. You will have to build various buildings starting with a castle and ending with an institute. Every decision you make should be balanced, because the economy of your settlement is growing, and the lack of resources can catch up instantly!
Why similar: City Builder 27.5%, Real Time Tactics 23.9%, Management 11.5%, 1990's 10.4%, Building 9.8%
- #52 Life of a Lonely Indie Game Developer
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: kan.kikuchi
Windows · Mac
"Create the games you want, at the time you want, and live doing only what you love." In this realistic life simulation game, an independent game developer dreams of such a life, struggling with money and time while paying taxes until death. Whether this life is happy or truly lonely, you decide.
Why similar: Game Development 35.7% ★, Programming 19.5% ★, Life Sim 17%, Management 7.2%, Cute 5.3%
- #53 Mnemonimov
66% matchPositive100% of 26 reviews2026
Dev: Reverie Foundry
Windows · Linux
Mnemonimov is a fantasy console where you program in ASSEMBLY like in the 80s. Build anything from games to operating systems and understand how computers work at a low level.
Why similar: Programming 35% ★, Game Development 32.8% ★, Building 10.2%, 1990's 6.1%, Sandbox 5.6%
- #54 Roller Coaster Park Simulator
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Frost Panda Studio
Windows
Switch between first- and third-person as you build your park, ride your coasters, and serve your guests. Design rides, manage staff, and keep the chaos under control in your very own roller coaster park!
Why similar: City Builder 26.6%, Management 19.9%, Building 19%, Life Sim 9.8%, Strategy 9.2%
- #55 RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition
68% matchVery Positive87% of 2,908 reviews2020
Dev: Frontier DevelopmentsPub: Atari
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Build the park of a lifetime and rediscover the critically acclaimed rollercoaster simulation bestseller. Feel the thrill of a genre-defining classic, complete with two huge expansion packs.
Why similar: City Builder 28.7%, Management 23.2%, Building 21.3%, Sandbox 8.8%, Strategy 8%
- #56 FYGameCompany
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Foryun
Windows
Build your game empire! Manage a company, develop hits, win honors. Recruit, innovate, cultivate, invest. Real exp, free dev, pers. cult., fun play.
Why similar: Game Development 39.5% ★, Programming 31.3% ★, Life Sim 11.2%, Simulation 5.2%, Cute 4.9%
- #57 Two Point Campus
66% matchVery Positive88% of 8,016 reviews2022
Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Build the university of your dreams with Two Point Campus, the sim with a twist from the makers of Two Point Hospital. Build, hire staff and run an academic institution packed with wild courses.
Why similar: City Builder 26.1%, Management 23.2%, Building 19.5%, Sandbox 8%, Strategy 7.1%