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Games Like Pocket Academy

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Simulation, Strategy, Singleplayer, Building.

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Make your dream school in this management simulation game! School got you down?

Reviews: Very Positive — 83% — of 203 reviews
Released: 2022-06-12
Developer: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.1 hrs
Mean playtime: 10.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 63%

Overview

Pocket Academy is a charming management simulation that tasks players with building and nurturing a successful school environment through addictive pixel-art gameplay. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same satisfying loop of building, managing, and watching your virtual community thrive, ranging from direct school-management alternatives to broader tycoon and simulation games.

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  1. #1 Pocket Academy 3
    97% matchVery Positive94% of 221 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    After 12 long years, we're back and bringing the school festival with us!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 18.6%, Life Sim 11.3%, Dating Sim 11.2%, City Builder 11.1%, Education 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, offering refined mechanics and expanded features for school management.

  2. #2 Let's School
    96% matchVery Positive93% of 7,094 reviews2023
    Dev: Pathea Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Dive into the exhilarating role of a headmaster entrusted to revive your alma mater! Beyond just bricks and mortar, train teachers, recruit students. Sculpt your school into a unique educational haven! Let's School!

    Why similar: City Builder 25.3%, Education 18.5%, Management 14.4%, Economy 13%, Building 12.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep and comprehensive school management experience that allows for detailed curriculum and facility planning.

  3. #3 Two Point Campus
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 7,816 reviews2022
    Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 19.6 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 24.7%, Management 19.7%, Building 16.5%, Simulation 9.1%, Education 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This game provides a humorous and highly polished take on building and managing an academic institution.

  4. #4 Academia : School Simulator
    95% matchVery Positive86% of 3,008 reviews2021
    Dev: Squeaky Wheel Studio IncPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Design, build, and manage a high school with terrific teachers and fantastic facilities or simply let your students poop in the bushes? Academia : School Simulator is a management/tycoon game where you get to decide!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 22.6%, City Builder 19%, Economy 12.5%, Management 11.3%, Education 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the logistical and administrative challenges of running a school, from hiring staff to managing student needs.

  5. #5 Dream House Days DX
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 305 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Make the dwelling of your dreams a reality in this apartment management sim!

    Why similar: Life Sim 16.5%, City Builder 14.7%, Management 8.8%, Simulation 8.5%, Colony Sim 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This Kairosoft title shares the same charming pixel-art style and life-simulation mechanics as the seed game.

  6. #6 Dream Town Island
    94% matchVery Positive96% of 450 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    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: Colony Sim 21.7%, City Builder 18.8%, Life Sim 13.1%, Building 7.8%, Simulation 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar city-building and management experience with the signature Kairosoft aesthetic.

  7. #7 Game Dev Tycoon
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 44,663 reviews2013
    Dev: Greenheart Games 💚
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.

    Why similar: Management 44.4%, Simulation 21.4%, Economy 19%, Strategy 8%, Casual 2.4%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the addictive management loop and progression style found in Kairosoft games but focuses on the video game industry.

  8. #8 Venture Towns
    92% matchMostly Positive79% of 131 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Make your own metropolitan utopia! Stores, mansions, towers--anything goes!

    Why similar: City Builder 24%, Colony Sim 20.9%, Life Sim 12.5%, Simulation 9.2%, Building 8.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on growing a small town into a bustling city, mirroring the progression feel of Pocket Academy.

  9. #9 Project Highrise
    91% matchVery Positive85% of 4,730 reviews2016
    Dev: SomaSimPub: Kasedo Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 32.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Project Highrise is a skyscraper construction and management sim...

    Why similar: Management 27.8%, Building 24.6%, Simulation 14.2%, Economy 10.9%, City Builder 9%

    Why You'll Like It: This game captures the satisfying building and management aspects of simulation games in a vertical, urban setting.

  10. #10 Mega Mall Story
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 307 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Design a towering mega mall in this mall management simulation game.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 20.8%, City Builder 16.7%, Economy 11.4%, Life Sim 10.7%, Building 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It applies the management and building mechanics of the seed game to the retail industry.

  11. #11 Pocket Clothier
    90% matchVery Positive86% of 65 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    A clothing shop management sim. Go from quaint corner shop to world-class brand!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 31.6%, Life Sim 17.9%, Simulation 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Economy 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It brings the management simulation formula to the world of fashion retail with cute pixel graphics.

  12. #12 Dream Park Story
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 143 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Create your own amusement park with a variety of rides, mascots, and activities!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 25.9%, City Builder 15.9%, Life Sim 13.9%, Simulation 10.9%, Strategy 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This game tasks you with managing an amusement park, utilizing similar building and staff management systems.

  13. #13 Hot Springs Story
    89% matchVery Positive86% of 272 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    Build and manage the ultimate Japanese hot springs inn.

    Why similar: City Builder 19%, Life Sim 15.2%, Building 15%, Colony Sim 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This classic Kairosoft title focuses on building and maintaining a relaxing resort with the same addictive management style.

  14. #14 Prison Architect
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 73,112 reviews2015
    Dev: Introversion SoftwarePub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 27.4%, City Builder 20.6%, Building 14.2%, Management 12.3%, Economy 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a complex and rewarding management experience that requires careful planning of facilities and character needs.

  15. #15 Big Ambitions
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 12,519 reviews2023
    Dev: Hovgaard Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Big Ambitions is a revolutionary role-playing business sim. Go from nothing to the biggest entrepreneur in New York by opening small businesses or slowly building huge corporations any way you like.

    Why similar: Economy 33%, Management 31.4%, Life Sim 24.2%, Simulation 10.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This business simulation allows you to build a commercial empire with a level of detail that appeals to fans of management games.

  16. #16 Burger Bistro Story
    87% matchVery Positive83% of 306 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Open your own diner and create custom burgers in this management sim game.

    Why similar: City Builder 18.4%, Life Sim 14.2%, Economy 9.7%, Colony Sim 9.2%, Simulation 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers a focused management experience centered on running a restaurant with the familiar Kairosoft charm.

  17. #17 Software Inc.
    86% matchVery Positive94% of 7,637 reviews2015
    Dev: Coredumping
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 45.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Construct and design buildings for optimal working conditions. Hire people to design and release software, so you can defeat the simulated competition and take over their businesses. Manage and educate your employees to make sure they are skilled and satisfied with their job.

    Why similar: Economy 31.3%, Management 24.8%, Building 24%, Simulation 12%, Strategy 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep simulation of running a business, focusing on office layout and employee management.

  18. #18 Mega Mall Story 2
    85% matchVery Positive95% of 111 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    A brand new business sim! Build cafés, movie theaters, aquariums, and more!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 26.9%, Life Sim 15.1%, City Builder 13.6%, Simulation 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the original mall management concept with more depth and modern features.

  19. #19 Pool Slide Story
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 189 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    Make a fantastic, dazzling water park!

    Why similar: City Builder 25%, Life Sim 10.7%, Building 9.4%, Simulation 8.6%, Colony Sim 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on building and managing a water park, sharing the same core simulation DNA as the seed game.

  20. #20 Home Run High
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 160 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Train your baseball players and create a winning team!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 25.1%, City Builder 14.8%, Education 13.6%, Life Sim 12.6%, Simulation 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It combines school-themed management with sports team building, making it a perfect thematic match.

  21. #21 Pocket Harvest
    83% matchVery Positive90% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Reap the joys of country life and cultivate your farm and fame!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 26.4%, City Builder 17.2%, Life Sim 15.8%, Simulation 7.6%, Building 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It adapts the management simulation genre to farming, maintaining the same accessible and cute aesthetic.

  22. #22 Convenience Stories
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 242 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Customize your own store with a wide variety of products and business goals.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 33%, City Builder 15.2%, Life Sim 13.1%, Simulation 11.2%, Strategy 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the management of a retail store, emphasizing inventory and customer satisfaction.

  23. #23 Dungeon Village
    82% matchVery Positive89% of 781 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Build a heroic hamlet that warriors and merchants can call home!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 27.3%, City Builder 21.6%, Life Sim 11.5%, Building 11.1%, Management 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It blends city-building with RPG elements, creating a unique management experience that feels very similar to the seed game.

  24. #24 Cafeteria Nipponica
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 154 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Find ingredients, make menus, and run your own restaurant in this sizzling sim!

    Why similar: City Builder 19.2%, Colony Sim 18.6%, Life Sim 14.7%, Building 9.6%, Management 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on restaurant management and recipe creation, appealing to fans of the seed game's simulation depth.

  25. #25 The Ramen Sensei
    81% matchMostly Positive76% of 181 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Build the ultimate bowl to leap past your ramen rivals and achieve greatness!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 26.1%, Life Sim 17.8%, Building 9.3%, Simulation 8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: It provides a specialized management experience centered on running a ramen shop with deep customization options.

  26. #26 The Pyraplex
    79% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    A pyramid-building adventure of historic proportions!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 22%, City Builder 16.7%, Life Sim 13.5%, Education 9.8%, Building 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: It challenges players to build a massive shopping complex in ancient Egypt with the classic Kairosoft management loop.

  27. #27 Tropical Resort Story
    79% matchVery Positive92% of 175 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    It's vacation time! Try your hand at managing a lush tropical resort!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 29.5%, City Builder 23.6%, 2D Platformer 10%, Simulation 9.1%, Building 8.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on building a vacation destination, offering a relaxing and rewarding management experience.

  28. #28 Jumbo Airport Story
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 354 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Just imagine: your own world-famous airport! A game with sky-high levels of fun!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 25.4%, City Builder 20.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Simulation 7.9%, Building 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It applies the Kairosoft management formula to the complex logistics of running an airport.

  29. #29 8-Bit Farm
    80% matchMixed66% of 56 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Farm management simulation game! Create the most awesome farm!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 28.1%, City Builder 18.4%, Life Sim 16.5%, Simulation 8.4%, Building 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: This farming simulation uses the same pixel-art style and management mechanics found in the seed game.

  30. #30 Dungeon Village 2
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 653 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Recruit adventurers and monsters to create your own RRG-style town!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 24.5%, City Builder 20.1%, Life Sim 12.9%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Simulation 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands upon the original dungeon-town management concept with more variety and depth.

  31. #31 Game Dev Story
    77% matchVery Positive91% of 1,365 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Work hard and you may reach the top of the video game industry!

    Why similar: City Builder 23%, Life Sim 15.6%, Building 13.6%, Management 13.4%, 2D Platformer 10.4%

  32. #32 Forest Camp Story
    77% matchVery Positive84% of 217 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Create and customize your own campground in this charming pixel art sim game.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 24.7%, City Builder 22.8%, Life Sim 13.1%, Simulation 11.4%, Strategy 7.7%

  33. #33 The Sushi Spinnery
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 406 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Revolutionize the revolving sushi bar in this fresh new sim!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 21.4%, Life Sim 13.8%, City Builder 13.4%, Simulation 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  34. #34 The Manga Works
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 209 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Make history with manga! Turn your work into anime, drama, and even movies!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 21.7%, Education 16.5%, Life Sim 12.7%, Economy 12.4%, Management 10.3%

  35. #35 Pocket League Story
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 181 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Train your team to battle to the top in this sensational soccer team simulation!

    Why similar: City Builder 20.1%, Life Sim 16.4%, Economy 9.7%, Simulation 9.7%, Building 8.5%

  36. #36 Zoo Park Story
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Well, what are you waiting for? Build a top-ranking zoo, set social media ablaze, and show the world your wild side!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 24.7%, City Builder 18.3%, Life Sim 13%, Simulation 6.8%, Building 6.7%

  37. #37 Forest Golf Planner
    74% matchVery Positive82% of 68 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Create and customize your own golf course in this charming management sim.

    Why similar: City Builder 23%, Life Sim 17.9%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Building 8%, Simulation 7.8%

  38. #38 March to a Million
    75% matchMostly Positive70% of 60 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Run a music talent agency and make platinum-selling records!

    Why similar: Life Sim 28.2%, Simulation 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Education 10.3%

  39. #39 Oh! Edo Towns
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 100 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 21.6%, City Builder 18.4%, Life Sim 12.7%, Building 8.9%, Management 8.3%

  40. #40 Tennis Club Story
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 89 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Attract customers, train stars, and win the Grand Slam in this tennis club sim!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 29.9%, City Builder 15.1%, Life Sim 12.2%, Simulation 12%, Education 7.7%

  41. #41 Silver Screen Story
    73% matchMostly Positive76% of 79 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Movie Studio Management Simulation Produce blockbusters and earn world-wide fame

    Why similar: Colony Sim 30.8%, City Builder 15.8%, Life Sim 15.4%, Simulation 11.6%, Strategy 7.2%

  42. #42 Pocket Stables
    71% matchVery Positive91% of 184 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Manage a ranch while training your racehorses to race for a Triple Crown.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 21.1%, Life Sim 20.8%, Simulation 14.7%, Strategy 7.7%, Economy 7.4%

  43. #43 Basketball Club Story
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 196 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Basketball Team Management Sim Coach a custom team and dunk your way to glory!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 31.2%, City Builder 16.9%, Simulation 14.2%, Life Sim 14.2%, Building 6%

  44. #44 Anime Studio Story
    72% matchVery Positive80% of 96 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Step into the studio and produce yourown hit anime with an original hero!

    Why similar: Life Sim 18.1%, Management 14.1%, Simulation 14%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

  45. #45 Heian City Story
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 148 reviews2025
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    A city-building sim with a historical twist

    Why similar: City Builder 29.5%, 2D Platformer 13%, Building 10.3%, Simulation 9.7%, Strategy 7.4%

  46. #46 Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story
    69% matchVery Positive99% of 486 reviews2024
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

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    Why similar: City Builder 29.5%, Life Sim 23.6%, Simulation 14.8%, 2D Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

  47. #47 Station Manager
    71% matchVery Positive83% of 204 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Build your own spectacular, multi-story station for your favorite trains!

    Why similar: City Builder 26.6%, Simulation 10.8%, Economy 10.5%, Building 9.5%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

  48. #48 World Cruise Story
    71% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Captain a luxury cruise liner, sailing the entire world while entertaining VIPs!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 31.3%, City Builder 18.9%, Simulation 13%, Strategy 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  49. #49 Cafe Master Story
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 294 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Serve up food, drinks, and smiles in this retro cafe management sim!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 25.7%, City Builder 19.1%, Life Sim 15%, 2D Platformer 8%, Simulation 7.3%

  50. #50 Shiny Ski Resort
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Enjoy building and running a ski resort in this cool simulation game!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 33.7%, City Builder 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Simulation 8.6%, Building 6.5%

  51. #51 Hot Springs Story 2
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 173 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    A "hot" new hot springs resort sim with a ton of new exclusive features!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 28.8%, City Builder 18.2%, Life Sim 16.9%, Building 8.4%, Simulation 7.3%

  52. #52 Two Point Museum
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 11,346 reviews2025
    Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 23.8%, Life Sim 15.9%, Building 14.7%, Economy 11.8%, Management 10%

  53. #53 Cavern Adventurers
    69% matchMixed66% of 119 reviews2025
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Build an underground network of caves in this fantasy-themed management sim.

    Why similar: Colony Sim 31%, City Builder 25.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Simulation 8.4%, Building 6.9%

  54. #54 Whimel Academy
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 206 reviews2025
    Dev: Impossible Home
    Windows

    Live the day-to-day of a magic school student! Whimel Academy is a cozy magic school simulation game. Manage your time and balance between studying magic, part-time jobs, and befriending (or romance) classmates in this wholesome and enchanting world!

    Why similar: Life Sim 27%, Dating Sim 26.4%, Management 15.4%, Romance 14.1%, Simulation 8.4%

  55. #55 Minami Lane
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,345 reviews2024
    Dev: DootPub: Doot Tiny Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Welcome to Minami Lane! Build your own street in this tiny cozy, casual management sim! Unlock and customize buildings, manage your shops, and maximize the happiness of your villagers to complete quests and fill your street with love!

    Why similar: City Builder 24.8%, Life Sim 21.1%, Management 14.9%, Building 12.2%, Cute 8.9%

  56. #56 Soul Academy
    68% matchMostly Positive74% of 463 reviews2023
    Dev: Master Games
    Windows

    "Soul Academy" is an academy simulator with automatic battle MOBA. You will manage a shabby soul academy, recruiting and training students. Your ultimate goal is to challenge various academies across the continent and reach the top.

    Why similar: City Builder 31.7%, Building 19.9%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Simulation 9.5%, Cute 8.5%

  57. #57 I Wanna Be A Game Dev!
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 204 reviews2024
    Dev: Lyko Studio
    Windows · Mac

    Live out your school days as you navigate the rocky world of game development! Can you make an amazing game, or will something get in the way?

    Why similar: Life Sim 29.8%, Dating Sim 24.7%, Romance 21.1%, Cute 11.4%, Simulation 6.9%

  58. #58 Boxing Gym Story
    68% matchMostly Positive73% of 90 reviews2023
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Create your own gym, train boxers, and aim for the championship!

    Why similar: Life Sim 20%, City Builder 18.2%, Education 16.9%, Simulation 9.7%, Management 8.1%

  59. #59 Beastie Bay DX
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 101 reviews2022
    Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
    Windows

    Develop a deserted island and collect rare monsters!

    Why similar: Colony Sim 37.6%, City Builder 27.5%, Simulation 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Cute 6.4%

  60. #60 Pocket City
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 268 reviews2022
    Dev: Codebrew Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    A casual city building game. Become the mayor and create your own metropolis! Create residential, commercial, and industrial zones. Build parks and recreation spots. Respond to crime and disasters. Watch your city come alive!

    Why similar: City Builder 37.2%, Economy 15.1%, Building 13.6%, Simulation 12.2%, Strategy 8%

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