Games Like Tornado: Research and Rescue

Storm Chasing Simulator

Why similar: Science 28% ★, Destruction 19.3%, Nature 16.2%, Open World 13.7%, Simulation 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive storm chasing simulator that focuses on the same high-stakes weather tracking and vehicle navigation as the seed game.

Be one of those intrepid storm chasers in this online multiplayer video game. Your goal is to shoot the best twisters pictures without dying because of powerful winds and flying debris. Feel the challenge of correctly forecasting and intercepting storms with the optimal vantage points before other players.

Why similar: Driving 27.3%, Simulation 26.2%, Destruction 25.5%, Action 12.5%, First-Person 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It directly mirrors the storm-chasing profession, tasking players with tracking severe weather events in a realistic open-world environment.

A dynamic soft-body physics vehicle simulator capable of doing just about anything.

Why similar: Destruction 30.8%, Driving 29.7%, Physics 13.7%, Open World 12.5%, Simulation 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Its unparalleled soft-body physics engine provides the most realistic vehicle damage and environmental interaction available on Steam.

Join a world where you design, create and pilot your own air sea rescue service. Release your inner hero as you battle fierce storms out at sea to rescue those in need.

Why similar: Open World 44.8%, Physics 37.5%, First-Person 17.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep engineering simulation that focuses on building rescue vehicles to handle complex weather and maritime emergencies.

Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends!

Why similar: Driving 34.4%, Open World 16.2%, Nature 13.5%, Simulation 11.2%, Physics 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for off-road physics, offering challenging terrain and heavy vehicle management that feels essential for storm chasing.

Embark on scientific expeditions with this new off-road adventure game. Lead research missions as you drive a variety of all-terrain vehicles, using high-tech tools and managing your camp and crew to ensure your success in the wild.

Why similar: Science 25.9% ★, Driving 24.9%, Nature 19.8%, Open World 12.3%, Physics 11%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on scientific exploration and vehicle traversal through difficult, nature-heavy environments.

Prepare the perfect heist in a fully destructible, simulated voxel world. Tear down walls with vehicles or use explosives to create your own shortcuts. Shape the environment to your advantage in the most creative ways you can imagine. Play solo or with up to 12 players in multiplayer.

Why similar: Destruction 42.6%, Driving 22.4%, Physics 16.4%, First-Person 6.5%, Simulation 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a voxel-based destruction engine that allows for satisfying, physics-driven environmental manipulation.

Face the supernatural dangers of the Olympic Exclusion Zone with a car as your only lifeline in this driving survival adventure! Scavenge resources, load up your trusty station wagon, and drive like hell to make it through alive.

Why similar: Driving 58.4%, First-Person 11.2%, Simulation 9.4%, Atmospheric 7.7%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: This driving survival game features anomalous weather and environmental hazards that require careful vehicle maintenance and navigation.

Crash through walls and tear down buildings in Instruments of Destruction, a vehicle-action game featuring advanced physics-based demolition. Pilot 130+ unique vehicles across scores of challenge-packed missions or design your own contraptions and wreck highly-interactive sandbox worlds.

Why similar: Destruction 38.8%, Driving 28.2%, Physics 16.5%, Simulation 8.6%, Action 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features advanced physics-based destruction that allows players to build custom machines to demolish structures.

Pure Rock Crawling is a physics based off-road simulator. Featuring soft body tires, suspension customization that affects your handling, true to life drivetrain simulation and visual addons. Explore a variety of trails in free roam with multiple challenges.

Why similar: Driving 34%, Physics 16.2%, Nature 16%, Open World 13.1%, Simulation 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly technical driving experience that focuses on tire physics and terrain navigation, perfect for off-road enthusiasts.

Brave the challenging conditions of Alaskan life in the definitive trucker simulator. Be the master of your own destiny as you take jobs, transport cargo and experience a sense of freedom on foot and in your cab.

Why similar: Driving 43.3%, Open World 22.9%, Simulation 10.8%, First-Person 9.6%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines long-haul driving with survival mechanics and harsh weather conditions in a realistic, open-world setting.

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: Driving 28.9%, Destruction 27.3%, Open World 13.4%, Physics 12.4%, Simulation 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar emergency-response gameplay loop where players must navigate to incident sites to perform duties.

Pilot a remotely operated submarine and explore the oceans! Defy the darkness and crushing pressure of the deeps as you chart unknown regions and study new species of ocean life.

Why similar: Science 35% ★, Open World 16.5%, Nature 16.3%, Physics 11.6%, Simulation 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the scientific data-gathering and exploration loop, though it trades tornadoes for deep-sea mysteries.

Work your way to a service empire. Get your hands dirty in a highly realistic simulation game that pays major attention to details. Pay a visit to a new Auction house and buy cars in various conditions. Expand your range of services by investing in a new work space and equipment.

Why similar: Driving 46.1%, Simulation 23%, Open World 12.8%, First-Person 8.6%, 3D 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Essential for players who enjoy the vehicle customization and maintenance aspects of the seed game.

Wreckfest is a demolition derby themed racing game with soft-body damage modeling, sophisticated driving dynamics and in-depth vehicle upgrading, featuring both demolition derbies and more traditional track races. It’s all about fun, breakneck racing and over-the-top crashes.

Why similar: Destruction 46.3%, Driving 27.3%, Physics 12.8%, Simulation 8.1%, Action 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-impact vehicle physics and destruction, providing a more arcade-leaning but still physics-heavy experience.

Take control of a Soviet locomotive and embark on a dangerous journey along the world's longest railway line. Face mafia rivals, bandits, wild animals, constant breakdowns, severe frosts, hunger, and... a hangover. How far will you get before your supplies run out?

Why similar: Driving 29.1%, Open World 14.4%, 1990's 12.9%, Physics 11.2%, Resource Management 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines train driving with survival and maintenance mechanics in a harsh, unforgiving climate.

Your quintessential construction simulator is here. Take a dodgy loan, restore a property, move in the locals, attend to their grievances, then celebrate with a pint in this fully-simulated, open-world 1980's Britain.

Why similar: Destruction 27.3%, Driving 22%, Open World 13.3%, Physics 11.5%, Simulation 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique physics-based world with a focus on building and maintenance in a gritty, atmospheric setting.

Equipped with cutting-edge salvaging tech, carve & slice spaceships to recover valuable materials. Upgrade your gear to take on more lucrative contracts and pay your billion credits debt to LYNX Corp!

Why similar: Destruction 46.9%, Physics 22.9%, Simulation 13.9%, First-Person 8.3%, Open World 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A work-based simulation that relies heavily on physics and careful environmental interaction to complete tasks.

Used Cars Simulator - trade used or stolen cars, fix and customize them, drive around, and explore the open world! Grow your business, complete quests, and have fun with a physics-based sandbox!

Why similar: Driving 44.4%, Open World 21.8%, Physics 17.7%, Simulation 11.1%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the acquisition and repair of vehicles, providing a grounded look at vehicle ownership.

Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.

Why similar: Driving 50.9%, Open World 26.4%, Simulation 13.6%, Atmospheric 7.9%, Adventure 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive long-distance driving simulator that captures the meditative and technical aspects of operating heavy vehicles.

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: Driving 38.2%, Open World 23.6%, Simulation 17%, Physics 14.5%, First-Person 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic look at operating heavy machinery, which shares the technical driving appeal of the seed game.

Create your farm and let the good times grow! Harvest crops, tend to animals, manage productions, and take on seasonal challenges.

Why similar: Nature 30.3%, Open World 27.4%, Simulation 21.7%, First-Person 14%, 3D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a deep simulation of nature-based work and vehicle management in a large, open-world environment.

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: Destruction 28%, Open World 25.2%, Physics 13.3%, Simulation 12.5%, First-Person 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A job-based simulation that requires driving and attention to detail in a tense, atmospheric setting.

THE LONG DARK is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.

Why similar: Open World 53.1%, First-Person 17.2%, Atmospheric 12.5%, Simulation 10.3%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A premier survival game that emphasizes the danger of extreme weather and the necessity of careful exploration.

Buy an abandoned gas station and restore it to its full glory. Renovate, upgrade and expand upon the offered services to keep up with your clients demands.

Why similar: Driving 28.9%, Open World 16.6%, Destruction 16.4%, Simulation 16.3%, Physics 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a management-focused experience that involves vehicle interaction and maintenance in a remote location.

Firewatch is a single-player first-person mystery set in the Wyoming wilderness, where your only emotional lifeline is the person on the other end of a handheld radio.

Why similar: Open World 33.4%, First-Person 23.2%, Atmospheric 20.3%, Thriller 13.4%, Adventure 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the atmosphere of being a lone professional in a vast, nature-filled environment, focusing on observation and reporting.

A challenging arcade simulator of transporting dangerous cargo on heavy trucks along a complex and unpredictable route. A short but extendable adventure.

Why similar: Driving 31.4%, Thriller 15.6%, Physics 15.1%, Simulation 10.2%, First-Person 7.1%

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: Simulation 54%, Tactical 27.9%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on disaster management and coordinating emergency vehicles to handle large-scale crises.

You. Your car. And world under the sand.

Why similar: Driving 41.9%, Open World 20%, Physics 13.2%, Simulation 10.2%, First-Person 6.9%

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: Driving 38.8%, Open World 24.5%, Simulation 15.1%, RPG 7%, First-Person 6.8%

Random generated open world semi-post apocalyptic survival car driving game.

Why similar: Driving 49%, Open World 26.1%, Simulation 10.9%, First-Person 10.7%, Adventure 3.3%

Dinosaur Fossil Hunter is a story telling simulator where you play as a paleontologist, exploring different lands and searching for dinosaur fossils. The Prologue tells a story about a young Paleontology enthusiast and his passionate pursuit of success and self-determination.

Why similar: Science 32.9% ★, Driving 24.2%, Nature 17%, Simulation 10.5%, First-Person 8.7%

Responding is an upcoming open-world Emergency Services simulator sandbox that offers a realistic and in-depth Police, Fire, and EMS experience that is set in a fictional version of New York State.

Why similar: Driving 35.2%, Open World 20.8%, Physics 15.8%, Simulation 10.9%, First-Person 8.7%

Rev up your engines and venture into the unknown with Drive Beyond Horizons! Conquer dynamic landscapes, customize your ride, and unearth hidden treasures. Get ready for heart-pounding challenges and endless excitement. Your adventure starts now !

Why similar: Driving 48.8%, Open World 19.2%, Simulation 13.1%, First-Person 8.8%, Action 5.9%

Drive massive trains and build your career in a vast open railway network. For both PC and VR.

Why similar: Driving 34.7%, Open World 18%, Physics 15.2%, Simulation 11.8%, Resource Management 9.8%

Join the adventure and become the master of the metro in our game, which takes you into the underground world. Overcome challenges on the tracks from the cabin of a historic train. Can you complete the route, transport all passengers, and avoid delays?

Why similar: Driving 46.6%, 1990's 14.1%, First-Person 9.8%, Simulation 9.8%, Retro 7.3%

A comet is hurtling toward the planet! Sneak, scavenge and blast your way through an immersive prehistoric world filled with Humans, Dinosaurs, Droids and Mother Nature’s fury!

Why similar: Action 61.7%, Adventure 38.3%

Arm your vehicle with deadly weapons and roam endless wastelands in this fast-paced single-player car combat game. Collect upgrades for your car to melt enemies and giant bosses in this bizarre world. Retro vibe. Retro cars. Retro gameplay!

Why similar: Driving 49%, Open World 25.6%, Retro 16%, Action 5.9%, Adventure 3.4%

All aboard the fun and addicting Tornado! Enjoy a rail-shooter style arcade game where you play as the courageous paper airplane. Can you survive through each of the Tornado’s trials? Or will you fall and get back up again!

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Force of Nature is a Sandbox game that combines Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy and Management genres

Why similar: Open World 54.4%, Simulation 20.1%, RPG 12%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 6.2%

Deliver At All Costs is a thrilling action game where destruction, absurdity and intrigue collide! Step into the shoes of Winston Green — a down-on-his-luck courier with a fiery temper and a mysterious past — as he delivers highly unconventional cargo, leaving a trail of havoc and chaos behind him.

Why similar: Destruction 28.4%, Driving 25.7%, Open World 13.1%, Physics 12.8%, Retro 7.1%

Take On Mars places you right in the middle of mankind’s most exciting undertaking. Start out in the seat of a rover operator, finish as the first human to have ever set foot on the Red Planet.

Why similar: Science 54.7% ★, Simulation 27.1%, Open World 13.6%, First-Person 3.4%, Adventure 1.2%

Manage your own park facility in a huge open world in Park Ranger Simulator. Take on all the tasks that need to be completed as a park ranger - alone or together in cross-platform multiplayer! You have a variety of vehicles and equipment at your disposal to complete the challenges ahead!

Why similar: Nature 40.8%, Simulation 20.6%, Open World 11.8%, First-Person 11.3%, Physics 7.8%

Join the Early Access journey with this immersive driving-survival game. Explore the harsh American wilderness in the Long Drive North. Drive & repair your trusty RV, scavenge for parts, hunt & cook to survive; all alone or with up to 4 players in separate RVs.

Why similar: Driving 44%, Open World 24.8%, Simulation 11.6%, First-Person 10.1%, Atmospheric 5.8%

Begin your park ranger journey in Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator. Maintain trails, assist visitors, check permits and respond to emergencies. Explore diverse biomes and observe varied animal behaviors across a wide range of species.

Why similar: Nature 36.8%, Open World 33.4%, Simulation 18.2%, Atmospheric 6.4%, Adventure 5.2%

Hurricane is a 3rd person multiplayer survival game in open fantasy world.

Why similar: Open World 41.6%, RPG 26.5%, Action 18.7%, Adventure 13.2%

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: Action RPG 34.3%, Simulation 25.2%, First-Person 16%, Action 12.6%, 3D 7.7%

Dive into the exciting world of finding long forgotten treasures. Grab your metal detector and set off to explore the countryside. What today looks like a peaceful meadow might have been the scene of a fierce battle in the past, hiding now the valuable artefacts. Ready to dig in the past?

Why similar: Simulation 40.4%, First-Person 22.8%, Open World 21.5%, Atmospheric 12.3%, Adventure 3.1%

Get ready to paddle through some of the world's wildest, and most challenging rapids in breathtaking VR. With stunning graphics, realistic physics, and heart-pumping action, you'll race against the clock as you navigate through wild waters filled with obstacles and surprises.

Why similar: Nature 41.9%, Physics 23.7%, Simulation 21.6%, First-Person 5%, Action 5%

Rise as a drift master and missile car mechanic! DRIFT ISLAND is an open-world drift build-and-drive game. Create unique 'missile cars,' tune them, shred sideways, and test your skills! Earn cash, upgrade parts, and become a true drifting legend!

Why similar: Driving 38.8%, Open World 21.8%, Physics 17.7%, Simulation 9%, First-Person 9%

Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.

Why similar: Science 33.9% ★, Destruction 27.9%, Physics 17%, Simulation 10.1%, Open World 8.4%

Experience unparalleled off-road driving in Offroad Truck Simulator: Heavy Duty Challenge®. This game delivers an exhilarating off-road experience with an extensive fleet of massive and powerful trucks.

Why similar: Driving 42.7%, Open World 22.6%, Physics 12%, Simulation 11.8%, First-Person 5.3%

Dive into the ultimate moving experience in Moving Simulator! Manage chaotic house moves, carefully pack belongings, load trucks, and navigate through hilarious disasters. Precision, speed, and creativity will make you a moving master!

Why similar: Driving 38.9%, Physics 20%, Open World 15.2%, Simulation 12.5%, Resource Management 6.9%

Pilot deadly helicopter gunships, battle enemy forces and complete dangerous missions within a thrilling desert warzone!

Why similar: 1990's 42%, Simulation 36.3%, Action 13.4%, 3D 8.4%

Dive into DrainSim and seize control of the floods! Clear the city's submerged streets, with a huge range of different tools from rakes to submersible pumps. Embrace the satisfaction of restoring the water flow. Become the city's hero, one drain at a time.

Why similar: Nature 28.4%, Physics 23.6%, Simulation 18.9%, First-Person 15.7%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Service off-road vehicles and take them for a drive! Offroad Mechanic Simulator lets you modify many classic off-road vehicles and prepare them for daunting tasks that no normal car could ever hope to complete. Test your work and climb steep cliffs or drive through rivers and deep layers of mud.

Why similar: Driving 40.9%, Nature 24.4%, Physics 14.9%, Simulation 11.1%, Action 4.5%