- #1 Wall Street Raider
97% matchVery Positive94% of 187 reviews2026
Dev: Ronin SoftwarePub: Hackjack Games
Windows
Wall Street Raider offers the deepest stock market simulations in gaming history. Control publicly traded corporations, futures, options, and even crypto. Whether you want to make billions in equities, short-sell overvalued stocks, or hedge risk using derivatives, the market is yours to conquer!
Why similar: Capitalism 26%, Text-Based 22.3%, Economy 16.2%, Strategy 15.2%, Management 12.1%
- #2 Economica
96% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: WellTide
Windows · Mac · Linux
Overproduction Crisis Simulator
Why similar: Capitalism 28.7%, Economy 19.4%, Strategy 14.4%, Management 13.6%, Resource Management 11.6%
- #3 OIL.EXE
96% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: Subroutine Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Drill the wells. Run the refinery. Read the market. OIL is a free text-based simulation of running a petroleum operation, played at a 1980s green-phosphor terminal. End each year richer or bankrupt. Mind the bear market. Climb the leaderboard.
Why similar: Text-Based 25.4%, Capitalism 22%, Strategy 13.9%, Economy 13.2%, Management 11.5%
- #4 Capital Island
95% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: WillDreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a Door-to-Door seller in this trade/management game.
Why similar: Capitalism 29.6%, Strategy 19.2%, Economy 18.3%, Management 13.7%, Inventory Management 13.4%
- #5 The Machine Stops
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tall Duck Studio
Windows
Make everyone obsolete with AI by managing resources on a Matrix-style interface. Grow the Machine in this fast-paced, challenging game.
Why similar: Text-Based 23.8%, Capitalism 18.7%, Minimalist 17.1%, Resource Management 14.4%, Economy 11.1%
- #6 Operator
94% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2020
Dev: 30 Matches
Windows
Operator is a minimalist elevator management game. Your job is to get passengers to their destination before they stress out. Can you keep up with the demand?
Why similar: Strategy 31.3%, Capitalism 21.7%, Minimalist 19.3%, Management 13%, 2D 7.2%
- #7 Sudoku Vacation 2
93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Seven Sails Games
Windows
Play through more than 400 levels of Sudoku in 3 variants. Asterisk, Girandola and Center dot!
Why similar: Strategy 29%, Text-Based 24.3%, Puzzle 18.8%, Minimalist 17.6%, 2D 8.9%
- #8 BankingSim
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Loose Change Games
Windows · Linux
BankingSim puts you in charge of a growing bank. Issue loans, set interest rates, manage risk, and deal with defaults as you grow your financial empire.
Why similar: Capitalism 33.5%, Strategy 23.4%, Economy 18.5%, Management 13.2%, Resource Management 6.7%
- #9 Stalks Stalks Stalks
91% matchPositive93% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: FatRodziankoPub: Glacial Lake Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Stalks Stalks Stalks is a turned based, competitive, "stock simulation" where you hope to make more money than every one else. If you play by yourself, you'll always win! Try your luck against friends or strangers, and you'll likely lose!
Why similar: Capitalism 22.8%, Text-Based 15.2%, Strategy 14.6%, Economy 13.5%, Minimalist 11.6%
- #10 Manpower
91% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Codex Cataphractarii
Windows
Driven by thirst for fame and fortune, you take command of a merchant caravan, guiding it to the farthest reaches of the world – the legendary Port Helmia. Along the way, dozens of difficult decisions await you, and each one could mean your end.
Why similar: Strategy 38%, Text-Based 34.4%, Management 14.6%, Resource Management 12%, Singleplayer 1%
- #11 AI Protocol
90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Little Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
AI Protocol is a minimalist strategy game. Control an emerging AI through a single evolving interface. Grow too slowly and you’re left behind. Grow too fast and you’re discovered. Conquer all or lose everything to Detection or runaway AGI. How powerful can you become… without being seen?
Why similar: Strategy 28.3%, Minimalist 18.7%, Text-Based 18.4%, Capitalism 14.8%, Resource Management 9.1%
- #12 Income Roads
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kiara24
Windows
Factorio's logistics on a Mini Metro map. Create prosperity by connecting places.
Why similar: Strategy 21.7%, Capitalism 20.5%, Minimalist 16%, Puzzle 12.1%, Economy 11.8%
- #13 Capitalism Plus
89% matchVery Positive83% of 120 reviews2016
Dev: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Play the strategy game of money, power and wealth.
Why similar: Capitalism 36.2%, Strategy 31.1%, Management 17%, Economy 15.8%
- #14 Undertaker's
88% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Hyeson
Windows
Inspired by the economy simulation games oft the mid 90s, Undertaker's let's you manage your very own funeral home.
Why similar: Strategy 38.9%, Capitalism 24.7%, Economy 14.5%, Management 11.2%, Indie 4.9%
- #15 ParallHex
87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Waezen Games
Windows
ParallHex is a puzzle game where you'll navigate increasingly challenging levels. Solve puzzles simultaneously in two distinct worlds, interconnected by your every move.
Why similar: Strategy 40.2%, Minimalist 28.6%, Puzzle 22.2%, 2D 5.6%, Indie 1.9%
- #16 Microbrewery Tycoon
86% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Slava Victorov
Windows
Economic strategy about microbrewery management. Your craft beer should become famous all over the world!
Why similar: Strategy 36.7%, Minimalist 19.5%, Economy 12.4%, Management 11.3%, Capitalism 9.7%
- #17 College Dept - The Game
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: GamesNoSun
Windows
You have graduated, but you won't get your degree until you pay off your debt. Study and work to make money.
Why similar: Text-Based 24.2%, Capitalism 23.3%, Minimalist 19.4%, Puzzle 15.9%, Strategy 8.9%
- #18 Streaming Platform Manager
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Empera Games
Windows
Streaming Platform Manager is a tycoon game, where you can build your own streaming empire.
Why similar: Capitalism 24.9%, Text-Based 21.7%, Strategy 20.5%, Economy 12.8%, Management 11.8%
- #19 Trading Simulator
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: metayildizoyun
Windows
Build your financial empire in Trading Simulator by strategically investing in businesses, navigating a dynamic market, and using realistic trading mechanics. Are you ready to turn your financial dreams into reality?
Why similar: Capitalism 35%, Strategy 20.3%, Economy 19.3%, Management 13.8%, Resource Management 10.7%
- #20 Line Goes UP
82% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Slag Games
Windows
Line Goes UP is an idle game where you watch a line go up. Even though it starts simple enough, soon you will unlock new lines, tools and challenges to complete, that will allow you to reach unmatched heights. Will you uncover all the misteries of the grid?
Why similar: Strategy 30%, Capitalism 22.9%, Minimalist 20.4%, Puzzle 14.9%, Resource Management 9.4%
- #21 DeadLock
83% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: LLL games
Windows · Mac
In DeadLock, the player must connect the processor and the resources it needs in the appropriate order to prevent 'DeadLock' from occurring. More and more targets need to be scheduled, and new kinds of resources emerge. It's up to the player to efficiently schedule without generating 'Deadlock'.
Why similar: Strategy 39%, Puzzle 22.7%, Minimalist 17.6%, Resource Management 9.7%, 2D 8.2%
- #22 Hollywood Mogul 4
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 47 reviews2025
Dev: HMdesignerPub: My Indie Game Company LLC
Windows
Own the studio. Run the studio. Make the movies. Play Hollywood Mogul 4 and run your own Hollywood movie studio in a complex, immersive, business strategy simulation that is TEXT-BASED with NO GRAPHICS and MINIMAL SOUND.
Why similar: Text-Based 39.4%, Capitalism 28.9%, Management 17.3%, Strategy 11.9%, Indie 1.4%
- #23 Don't Block My Ads!
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DBMA team
Windows
At the head of your own advertising agency, generate maximum conversions! Customize your campaigns, leverage social media, and master the latest trends to attract more and more clients and build a true commercial empire. Will you be able to seize every opportunity?
Why similar: Strategy 36.6%, Economy 18.8%, Minimalist 12.8%, Capitalism 11.5%, Management 8.9%
- #24 Killer Sudoku
81% matchVery Positive88% of 130 reviews2020
Dev: Studio Goya
Windows · Mac
In Killer Sudoku, every puzzle features cages that tell you the sum of the numbers inside. This extra information leads to beautiful logic that you will master as you progress through our handmade puzzles.
Why similar: Strategy 43.4%, Minimalist 24%, Puzzle 19.8%, 2D 9.3%, Indie 2.1%
- #25 MAZE LORD
80% matchMostly Positive87% of 408 reviews2016
Dev: Jetdogs Studios
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Become the part of the legend and save the stolen princess!
Why similar: Strategy 57.6%, Puzzle 23.3%, 2D 11.2%, Indie 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #26 Studio Sim
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PrattDesign
Windows
Build a film and television empire in a living entertainment industry beginning in the 1980s. Create and manage productions, cast unique talent, outmaneuver rival studios, climb the box office and grab television ratings in this immersive, old-school tycoon sim.
Why similar: Text-Based 26.5%, Capitalism 18.6%, Management 14.3%, Economy 12.6%, Inventory Management 8.6%
- #27 Pixel Shopkeeper
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 160 reviews2017
Dev: Pixel Prototype
Windows · Mac · Linux
Be a Pixel Shopkeeper! Collect items using inventory management puzzle mechanics. Sell your wares, decorate your shop, craft new products, and expand! Train to beat tougher dungeons, unlock new classes and decor, and furnish your shop smartly to maximize profits!
Why similar: Capitalism 24.1%, Management 16.9%, Economy 13.7%, Resource Management 13.4%, Strategy 13.1%
- #28 Freight Tycoon Inc.
78% matchMixed51% of 492 reviews2014
Dev: NikitaPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Freight Tycoon is an economic simulation game which challenges players’ management skills. It puts one into the shoes of an owner of a cargo transportation company. One has to evaluate the profitability of contracts, contact customers, and appoint drivers to deliver goods.
Why similar: Strategy 59.8%, Management 19.6%, Economy 19.6%, Singleplayer 1%
- #29 CoffeeBiz Tycoon
78% matchMixed64% of 66 reviews2018
Dev: The Sociopath Software
Windows
CoffeeBiz tycoon is a mix of entrepreneurship fun and complicated business simulation. Start your first coffee kiosk, brew, expand, hire, deal with competitors, build a well-known brand, risk, and do everything else needed to build prosperous and profitable business.
Why similar: Strategy 29.8%, Management 21.1%, Economy 17.9%, Capitalism 16.3%, Resource Management 7.3%
- #30 Investment Fund Game
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 57 Software
Windows
Investment Fund Game is a singleplayer sandbox simulation where you become the manager of an investment fund. Buy stocks, bonds, commodities. Test different investment strategies, track your performance, and compete with AI-driven funds using their own approaches.
Why similar: Capitalism 28.8%, Economy 20.2%, Strategy 19.9%, Management 13.5%, Resource Management 8.5%
- #31 ROWROW
77% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: Wayway Studio
Windows · Mac
“RowRow” is a unique sliding puzzle game with more than 100 level of hand crafted stages and diverse puzzle logics. This simple but challenging puzzle will tap into your creative mind.
Why similar: Strategy 40.5%, Minimalist 30.7%, Puzzle 23.6%, Indie 5.2%
- #32 Project manager SIM
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Escapismogames
Windows
Manage the most unpredictable resource - people - in this WASD tycoon! Plan projects, hire a dream team, assign tasks to specialists, and monitor the budget while upgrading your office. Balance between team burnout, complex contracts, and the wrath of upper management.
Why similar: Capitalism 29.7%, Economy 20%, Management 18.4%, Strategy 15.8%, Resource Management 14.7%
- #33 StockUp
76% matchMostly Negative30% of 43 reviews2017
Windows
StockUp is a fun stock simulation game. Start from the bottom and become a stock market king!
Why similar: Text-Based 30.8%, Strategy 24.8%, Economy 22.9%, Management 18.5%, Indie 2.3%
- #34 Hidden Square
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rapid Rabbit
Windows
Hidden Square can be both easy and tricky. With its minimalistic design, the game presents a unique challenge of uncovering hidden squares.
Why similar: Strategy 43%, Minimalist 30.1%, Puzzle 23.6%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #35 Kaya
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KirUn
Windows
Kaya is a colorful logic game with relaxing gameplay and beautiful ambient soundtrack.
Why similar: Strategy 57%, Minimalist 19.6%, Puzzle 14.5%, Indie 7.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #36 Wall Street 1929
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MindDream Game Studios
Windows
Wall Street 1929 is a business sim set in the Great Depression. Start before the crash and live through collapse and recovery. Found companies, acquire shares, buy real estate, run charities, and bid on collectibles to build your empire.
Why similar: Capitalism 28%, Text-Based 19.5%, Economy 16.8%, Strategy 13.4%, Management 10.7%
- #37 Wordrix
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tactical Codeworks
Windows
Crack hidden words using letter clues, play daily challenges, and progress through a campaign of short mission phrases across multiple difficulty levels.
Why similar: Strategy 41%, Text-Based 20.7%, Puzzle 15.5%, Minimalist 15.2%, 2D 6.7%
- #38 LightCells
73% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: SumFell
Windows · Mac
LightCells is an elegant and minimalist logic puzzle game that captivates players with its simplicity and depth.
Why similar: Strategy 44.7%, Puzzle 23.6%, Minimalist 18.7%, 2D 9.9%, Indie 1.9%
- #39 Capital Simulator
73% matchMixed62% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: chenjd
Windows · Mac
A game that simulates the use of capital to build a complex industrial chain, stock investment and business challenges
Why similar: Strategy 30.2%, Capitalism 16.5%, Management 15.1%, Minimalist 13.6%, Economy 12.5%
- #40 Capitalism 2
73% matchVery Positive82% of 568 reviews2017
Dev: Enlight Software LimitedPub: Enlight Software Limited
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Create and control the business empire of your dreams. This in-depth strategy game covers almost every aspect of business that could be encountered in the real world.
Why similar: Capitalism 34.4%, Economy 27.5%, Strategy 20.6%, Management 16.1%, Indie 1.4%
- #41 Equal to P (=P)
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 6-letter MUG
Windows · Mac
A puzzle game inspired by Boolean algebra and =P.
Why similar: Strategy 41.1%, Text-Based 20.2%, Puzzle 17.7%, Minimalist 9.8%, 2D 5.6%
- #42 Kidnapped
72% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Bundle LLCPub: Bundle
Windows
Solve the mysterious kidnapping of beloved actress Sebastiana Sax. In this one-player mystery game, you must decipher clues and interrogate witnesses to get to the bottom of this heinous crime. Can you solve the mystery in time?
Why similar: Strategy 62.3%, Puzzle 26%, 2D 8.2%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #43 The Hardest Game in Town
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pierluigi Pesenti
Windows · Mac · Linux
The most difficult math game will make you scream. Match numbers in a matrix to form correct math operations.
Why similar: Strategy 45.1%, Minimalist 23.6%, Puzzle 19%, 2D 9.2%, Indie 1.9%
- #44 Piatka
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: iwangr
Windows
The game get 490 words to guess. Try to uncover word simply by uncover every single letter. get lot of bonuses from teddy bear and parrot .Play on a single player or multiplayer mode. Have fun training your mind !
Why similar: Strategy 75.7%, Puzzle 20.9%, Indie 3.4%
- #45 LiS: Achados & Perdidos dos Confins do Universo
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: HybernationPub: H7 Games
Windows
How sharp are your organization skills? It’s time to discover!
Why similar: Strategy 36.4%, Inventory Management 21.4%, Puzzle 16.4%, Management 12.5%, 2D 5.6%
- #46 Yerba Mate Tycoon
70% matchVery Positive87% of 118 reviews2021
Dev: DonislawDev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Yerba Mate Tycoon is a unique management game. You are taking care of a yerba mate production shop/company, create, customize various yerba mates, unlock new upgrades, and grow your company. Don't know what yerba mate is? Let's say it's a coffee alternative in South American countries.
Why similar: Capitalism 24.9%, Strategy 18%, Economy 15.5%, Management 14.6%, Minimalist 13.1%
- #47 Professor Watts Word Search: Into The Ocean
70% matchMixed54% of 123 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 13%
Hello Professor Watts here and I need your help! I've been hard at work on my ocean expedition, collecting samples and documenting important research materials. Now that I have returned to my laboratory I find all of my research files has been jumbled about.
Why similar: Strategy 45.3%, Text-Based 26.5%, Puzzle 16.2%, 2D 6.8%, Indie 4%
- #48 MHL
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcotte
Windows
Recruit, train, equip, and build the ultimate team.
Why similar: Strategy 69.4%, Text-Based 18.3%, Management 11.1%, Indie 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #49 CD Market - Music Label Sim
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lost Star Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
CD Market is a music industry management sim where you build a record label on your own terms, from vinyl to digital. Stay small, or grow into something bigger. Discover artists, shape careers, and survive decades of changing formats, trends, rivals, and crises.
Why similar: Capitalism 25.9%, Strategy 18.9%, Text-Based 16.9%, Economy 15.4%, Management 14.8%
- #50 Brewer
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 87 reviews2019
Dev: Slava Victorov
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Economic strategy about managing your own brewery and pubs. Brew and sell beer. Ruin your competitors. Become a monopolist in the beer market of the city!
Why similar: Strategy 20.5%, Economy 18.9%, Capitalism 15.4%, Management 15.1%, Minimalist 14.5%
- #51 Individual Invest Tycoon 2
67% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: chenjd
Windows
A single betrayal shattered your father’s business empire, leaving behind five public companies. Years later, you return from the bottom of the market, building capital through long-term investment. Your ultimate goal is simple: buy out and take full control of all five companies.
Why similar: Capitalism 31.8%, Economy 18.9%, Strategy 15.2%, Minimalist 13.7%, Management 12.9%
- #52 Would You Love Me If I Was a Snake?
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Andrea Boroni Grazioli
Windows
A puzzle game where you play as a snake. Push objects, block lasers, teleport, and bite your tail off to escape dreamy puzzle rooms.
Why similar: Strategy 55%, Puzzle 29%, 2D 11.6%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 2%
- #53 Barter & Blades
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DT Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a medieval odyssey in Barter & Blades! As a budding adventurer, trade goods, shape your reputation, and amass wealth. Engage in dynamic trading, epic quests, and unforeseen events. Are you ready to thrive in the realm?
Why similar: Capitalism 32.9%, Strategy 21.4%, Economy 19.7%, Inventory Management 11.8%, Resource Management 7.6%
- #54 Devices Company Tycoon Inc
66% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: ArraGames
Windows
Step into "Devices Company Tycoon Inc"! Lead your tech company to greatness by creating innovative devices like smartphones, laptops, and more. Customize every detail, hire top talent, and expand globally. Host product launches, study market trends, and outshine competitors. Enjoy the game!
Why similar: Strategy 35.5%, Capitalism 18.8%, 2D 13.3%, Economy 12%, Management 10.2%
- #55 49 Squares
67% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Jim Bame
Windows
Simplistic, relaxing puzzle game. Click boxes to create patterns. Make patterns to complete 100 achievements.
Why similar: Strategy 34%, Minimalist 29.9%, Puzzle 25.2%, 2D 6.9%, Indie 2.1%
- #56 Flict
66% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Promeduz
Windows
A minimalist strategic puzzle game where you navigate grid-based levels with limited movement points and vision, to solve challenges that demand tactical thinking and foresight.
Why similar: Strategy 45.1%, Minimalist 23.6%, Puzzle 19%, 2D 9.2%, Indie 1.9%
- #57 The Loopholes Chronicles
68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Jérémy BeuchotPub: Scroow
Windows
The Loopholes Chronicles is an escape game in virtual reality. In a futuristic fantasy universe, you will travel through time and time to solve unique riddles.
Why similar: Strategy 78.3%, Puzzle 21.7%
- #58 Criterion
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nouille StudioPub: The Bueno Interactive
Windows
Criterion is a space optimisation puzzle game about designing efficient solutions under constraint. Process the color fluxes. Control their strength. Solve increasingly complex networks where every tile matters. There is always a solution, the question is how elegant yours will be.
Why similar: Strategy 31.3%, Minimalist 27%, Management 19.5%, Puzzle 19%, Indie 2.4%