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Games Like World Ship Simulator

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Simulation, Singleplayer, Open World, Naval.

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Set in a fictitious environment inspired by ports from around the world. Captain a hovercraft, bulk carrier, yacht and other magnificent vessels in an expansive open world career

Reviews: Mostly Negative — 21% — of 270 reviews
Released: 2016-11-04
Developer: Odin Game Studio
Publisher: Excalibur Publishing
Genres: Simulation
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 24 min
Mean playtime: 2.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 31%

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  1. #1 European Ship Simulator
    97% matchMixed44% of 745 reviews2016
    Dev: ExcaliburPub: Excalibur Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    A speeding power boat, a humble tug to a luxury cruise liner. Captain eight highly detailed ships, fight against realistic water physics and take in spectacular vistas as you navigate famous European ports.

    Why similar: Naval 46.6%, Simulation 27.4%, Open World 21.6%, Singleplayer 2.7%, Adventure 1.8%

  2. #2 Fishing: Barents Sea
    96% matchVery Positive80% of 2,651 reviews2018
    Dev: Misc Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Commercial fishing on the Barents Sea! Take the helm of your very own fishing boat in Fishing: Barents Sea and explore the vastness of the Barents Sea in search for the best fishing zones. Start out small and earn officially licensed Scanmar Equipment and the officially licensed Hermes trawler.

    Why similar: Fishing 38%, Naval 29.7%, Open World 16%, Simulation 11.8%, Realistic 2.3%

  3. #3 Seafarer: The Ship Sim
    96% matchMixed68% of 1,733 reviews2025
    Dev: astragon DevelopmentPub: astragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Embark on the ultimate maritime experience with Seafarer: The Ship Sim. Choose between careers, take the helm of a variety of ships, and expand your fleet. Navigate a vast open world and become immersed in the beautiful expanses and rolling waves.

    Why similar: Naval 62.3%, Open World 11.6%, Realistic 10.1%, Simulation 9.8%, Management 4.9%

  4. #4 Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition
    94% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,710 reviews2020
    Dev: Misc Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Commercial fishing in North Atlantic! Discover majestic world of Canadian Nova Scotia while admiring the vast diversity of ocean life. Search for the ocean gold with upgradable fishing boats and various fishing gear as you progress in your fisherman career.

    Why similar: Naval 45.9%, Fishing 26.8%, Simulation 12%, Open World 9.6%, Realistic 4.5%

  5. #5 Ship Simulator Extremes
    95% matchMixed51% of 2,296 reviews2010
    Dev: VStepPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    VSTEP and Paradox are proud to announce the next installment of the acclaimed Ship Simulator series. With over 550K copies sold, the series returns to take you into the most extreme conditions on earth… Ever wonder how it feels to sail a half-million-ton supertanker through the perfect storm?

    Why similar: Naval 57.3%, Simulation 21.3%, Realistic 11.7%, Open World 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  6. #6 Ship Graveyard Simulator
    94% matchMixed65% of 2,179 reviews2021
    Dev: Games Incubator
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Visit the largest ship graveyard in the world. A dozen kilometers of beach filled with wrecks. Hundreds of ships wrecked on the coast. Thousands of tons of steel. Choose the most valuable ship for you and start the adventure. Play as one of the workers during the most dangerous work in the world!

    Why similar: Naval 62.9%, Management 11.9%, Realistic 11.2%, Simulation 10.1%, Singleplayer 2.2%

  7. #7 Deadliest Catch: The Game
    93% matchMixed52% of 1,586 reviews2020
    Dev: 4FishingPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Enter the dangerous world of king crab fishing in the deadly Bering Sea! Take command of your own fishing vessel, use realistic equipment, combat hazardous Alaskan waters and become the world's best crab catcher!

    Why similar: Naval 36.5%, Fishing 30.4%, Open World 14.5%, Simulation 13.2%, Adventure 3.2%

  8. #8 Ships At Sea
    91% matchMixed68% of 2,491 reviews2024
    Dev: Misc Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Experience the thrill of navigating a wide range of ships. In single- and multiplayer modes, immerse yourself in tasks such as service, cargo transport, and commercial fishing as you explore the breathtaking open world of Norway´s Islands and its stunning scenery. The ocean is within your reach!

    Why similar: Naval 64.1%, Driving 17.6%, Management 12.9%, Family Friendly 5.4%

  9. #9 Following Seas
    90% matchVery Positive81% of 110 reviews2025
    Dev: Whipstaff Games
    Windows

    Following Seas is a game about ships and the sea. Transport cargo, fish, and fight the weather in an unforgiving open world. Featuring elements of realistic ship management, you can use the stars to navigate, batten the hatches, and get lost beyond the edges of the map.

    Why similar: Naval 53.1%, Fishing 25.9%, Open World 10.6%, Simulation 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  10. #10 TransOcean: The Shipping Company
    91% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,313 reviews2014
    Dev: Deck13 HamburgPub: astragon Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    TransOcean – The Shipping Company is your ticket to the world of gigantic ships and transnational transport empires. Build a mighty fleet of modern merchant ships and conquer the seven seas.

    Why similar: Naval 51.7%, Simulation 24.8%, Management 23.5%

  11. #11 Ships 2017
    92% matchMostly Negative35% of 186 reviews2016
    Dev: FragOutPub: Games Box
    Windows

    Take control over 3 special purpose naval vessels. Complete various missions on dangerous waters of Baltic Sea. Take part in recovery of objects from the bottom of the sea. Transport heavy cargo to its final destination, also including rescue and transport missions.

    Why similar: Naval 46.2%, Management 11.9%, Open World 9.9%, Driving 9.8%, Realistic 9.7%

  12. #12 Sail the Seas
    89% matchVery Positive81% of 114 reviews2024
    Dev: Viking Game Studio
    Windows

    Sail the Seas is a sailing, trading simulator set in 18th century, spanning whole world

    Why similar: Naval 58.9%, Simulation 18.7%, Realistic 9.8%, Open World 8.9%, Adventure 2.6%

  13. #13 Ship Handling Simulator
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 134 reviews2021
    Dev: Aleksandr Turkin
    Windows

    Ship handling, maneuvering and mooring with tugboats simulator. Feel like the captain of a passenger ships, cruise liners, cargo ships, battleships or aircraft carrier.

    Why similar: Simulation 92.2%, Singleplayer 7.8%

  14. #14 Ship Simulator Realistic
    88% matchMixed58% of 78 reviews2022
    Dev: Gregory Nikolaidis
    Windows

    Ship Simulator Realistic experience the real simulation. The game will be based on a free roam aspect to explore the Greece Scenery in a physics based game , realistic handling and many more features.

    Why similar: Simulation 61.5%, Open World 34.4%, Singleplayer 4.1%

  15. #15 The Fisherman - Fishing Planet
    86% matchMixed63% of 1,429 reviews2019
    Dev: Fishing Planet LLC
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    The Fisherman – Fishing Planet is for all fans of nature and sport fishing! This simulation, made by and for fishing enthusiasts, recreates all the finer details of the art of fishing with unrivalled authenticity.

    Why similar: Fishing 47.8%, Open World 16.9%, Realistic 15.4%, Simulation 10.9%, Family Friendly 6.5%

  16. #16 Train Life: A Railway Simulator
    86% matchMixed63% of 1,628 reviews2022
    Dev: SimteractPub: Nacon
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    For the first time in railroad simulation, play as both the driver and company director! Take the controls of your locomotives and grow your railway empire by negotiating deals and developing your network.

    Why similar: Open World 22.5%, Realistic 18.7%, Management 17.3%, Driving 15.1%, Simulation 15%

  17. #17 Yacht Mechanic Simulator
    87% matchMostly Negative22% of 204 reviews2022
    Dev: Punch Punk GamesPub: Image Power S.A.
    Windows

    Build your own yacht empire! Renovate old yachts, patch their hulls, fix their engines, and add new parts. Design and install beautiful interiors of your vessels. Pilot your ships and check how they handle the water. A completely new installment in the famous ‘Mechanic Simulator’ universe!

    Why similar: Naval 62.4%, Realistic 11.3%, Management 10.8%, Simulation 9.2%, Family Friendly 4.4%

  18. #18 Farming Simulator 15
    85% matchVery Positive92% of 15,703 reviews2014
    Dev: Giants Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 91.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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: Simulation 34%, Open World 23%, Realistic 14.5%, Driving 14.1%, Management 9.1%

  19. #19 Sailwind
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 2,133 reviews2021
    Dev: Raw Lion Workshop
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sailing simulator featuring realistic sailing physics and a vast open world to explore. Embark on cargo delivery missions, customize your boat, try fishing and cooking. A relaxing day sail, or an epic ocean voyage? Your sailing adventure starts here!

    Why similar: Fishing 51%, Open World 24.3%, Simulation 15.1%, Family Friendly 6.7%, Adventure 3%

  20. #20 Ship Graveyard Simulator: Prologue
    84% matchVery Positive86% of 906 reviews2021
    Dev: Games Incubator
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Visit the largest ship graveyard in the world. A dozen kilometers of beach filled with wrecks. Hundreds of ships wrecked on the coast. Thousands of tons of steel. Choose the most valuable ship for you and start the adventure. Play as one of the workers during the most dangerous work in the world!

    Why similar: Naval 58.4%, Realistic 16.7%, Simulation 16.6%, Management 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  21. #21 Train Sim World® 2020
    83% matchMostly Positive77% of 6,995 reviews2017
    Dev: Dovetail GamesPub: Dovetail Games - TSW
    Windows
    Median: 11.2 hrsMean: 105.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Train Sim World is an immersive first-person simulator perfect for everyone, with complete in-cab interactivity, accurate detail on locos, real-world routes and hours of gameplay. Take to the rails with the brand-new Train Sim World 2020 Edition and find everything you need to master new skills.

    Why similar: Driving 26.3%, Open World 23.4%, Simulation 23.2%, Realistic 22.6%, Singleplayer 3.5%

  22. #22 Fishing Planet
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 73,403 reviews2017
    Dev: Fishing Planet LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Fishing Planet® is a free-to-play and highly realistic first-person online multiplayer fishing simulator. Developed by avid fishing enthusiasts to bring you the full thrill of actual angling on your PC.

    Why similar: Fishing 69.5%, Simulation 10.2%, Realistic 8.7%, Open World 8.2%, Family Friendly 1.7%

  23. #23 Worldwide Sports Fishing
    82% matchPositive84% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Lotte|EoDPub: Agger Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    Worldwide Sports Fishing is a 3D fishing simulation with fishing waters all around the globe. Special feature: you can recommend your dream fishing water and if possible it will get into the game! The Game is constantly evolving.

    Why similar: Fishing 35.8%, Simulation 27%, Open World 14.4%, Realistic 11.8%, Adventure 5.9%

  24. #24 Cruise Ship Manager
    82% matchMixed41% of 128 reviews2023
    Dev: Image Power S.A.
    Windows

    Take the challenge of managing a cruise ship! Maintain your vessel, plan your route, and sell tickets to the wealthiest passengers. Give tasks to your crew and keep their morale high. Choose the ship's layout and the offered amenities. Keep the prices right, passengers happy, and your wallet full!

    Why similar: Naval 64.9%, Management 13.4%, Open World 12.8%, Simulation 7.9%, Singleplayer 1%

  25. #25 Heavy Cargo - The Truck Simulator
    81% matchMixed52% of 222 reviews2024
    Dev: tox² interactive GmbHPub: Aerosoft GmbH
    Windows

    Transport oversized cargo in a variety of missions across a 175km² open world. Drive customisable, highly detailed trucks through dynamic weather and day and night. The official cooperation with Gruber Logistics allows you to get behind the wheel of real-life heavy cargo transports.

    Why similar: Driving 24.7%, Open World 22.8%, Simulation 16.4%, Realistic 16.1%, Management 13.8%

  26. #26 Ultimate Fishing® Simulator 2
    78% matchMixed68% of 2,151 reviews2025
    Dev: Silent Bear StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Fish around the globe using float, bottom, spinning, or casting gear, and catch over 60 realistic fish species. Play solo or online in normal, realistic, or sandbox mode! Explore stunning locations, switch to an underwater cam, and fill your trophy room!

    Why similar: Fishing 56.3%, Realistic 18.2%, Simulation 13.7%, Family Friendly 6.1%, Singleplayer 3.3%

  27. #27 Fishing Sim World®: Pro Tour
    80% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,162 reviews2018
    Dev: Dovetail Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 33.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour features an authentic career mode where you work your way up to an elite angler competing against over 100 of the best anglers in the world across Bass, Carp and Predator fishing whilst unlocking sponsorship opportunities, gaining career earnings and social media followers as you go.

    Why similar: Fishing 57.3%, Simulation 21.8%, Realistic 16.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%, Family Friendly 1.9%

  28. #28 SeaOrama: World of Shipping
    79% matchMixed59% of 402 reviews2023
    Dev: Hidden TowerPub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac

    Experience the challenges of running a successful shipping company with Seaorama: World of Shipping.

    Why similar: Simulation 43.7%, Realistic 33.3%, Open World 21.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%

  29. #29 Farming Simulator 17
    78% matchVery Positive93% of 25,603 reviews2016
    Dev: GIANTS Software
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 87.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Take on the role of a modern farmer in Farming Simulator 17! Explore farming possibilities in a new North American environment. Drive over 250 farming vehicles and equipment from over 75 manufacturers, including new brands such as Challenger, Fendt, Valtra or Massey Ferguson.

    Why similar: Simulation 25.1%, Open World 21.2%, Driving 19.4%, Realistic 16.8%, Management 12%

  30. #30 Euro Fishing
    79% matchMixed65% of 1,820 reviews2015
    Dev: Dovetail Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Euro Fishing immerses you deep into the adrenaline-packed action, fun and beauty of Europe’s most famous lakes. Master your rod, line and tactics, and refine your technique to become a top angler. This is the closest you can get to real fishing from the comfort of your own couch.

    Why similar: Fishing 59.1%, Open World 14.1%, Simulation 13.6%, Realistic 11%, Singleplayer 2.3%

  31. #31 Ship Explorer
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 118 reviews2025
    Dev: Turbine Room StudioPub: Seabank Digital Productions
    Windows

    You know their stories. Now it's time to step aboard! Board iconic ocean liner and warships from history like SS United States, Morro Castle and more as you explore and learn about the secrets that made them into legends.

    Why similar: Naval 76%, Simulation 12.6%, Realistic 8%, Adventure 3%, Singleplayer 0.5%

  32. #32 Alaskan Road Truckers
    75% matchMixed62% of 3,202 reviews2023
    Dev: Road Studio S.A.Pub: Green Man Gaming Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 24.1%, Open World 22.9%, Realistic 18.5%, Management 16.3%, Simulation 12.4%

  33. #33 Vehicle Simulator
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 277 reviews2015
    Dev: Ilan Papini
    Windows

    Vehicle Simulator is an open world flying/sailing simulator with accurate physics and dynamics, simulating well the various boats, planes and land vehicles included. The game allows the user to modify and experiment with scenery making and vehicle design by way of extreme modability, with a large library of existing mods and add-ons.

    Why similar: Simulation 100%

  34. #34 Mystical Maritime Adventure
    74% matchMostly Positive79% of 63 reviews2024
    Dev: Ze_Yu
    Windows

    Here, you can freely sail your ship, explore the endless ocean, and find hidden islands and treasures!

    Why similar: Naval 82.5%, Open World 11.5%, Adventure 3.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%

  35. #35 Construction Simulator 2015
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 6,829 reviews2014
    Dev: weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbHPub: astragon Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 18.2 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 35.8%, Open World 19.9%, Driving 17.4%, Management 12%, Realistic 11.8%

  36. #36 Truck & Logistics Simulator
    74% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,408 reviews2023
    Dev: Simula GamesPub: Aerosoft GmbH
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 33.8 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: Open World 22.7%, Driving 22.2%, Realistic 18.3%, Management 18.2%, Simulation 15.7%

  37. #37 Terror of the Seven Seas
    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 99 reviews2024
    Dev: Cutthroat Games
    Windows

    Become a Mighty Captain in a Age of sail naval combat game, set in all of the Seven Seas! Sail the entire world: conquering, boarding, plundering, exploring and trading along the way! Gather your crew, ready your ship, hoist your sails and enter a world of swashbuckling and piracy!

    Why similar: Naval 68.2%, Open World 21.2%, Simulation 6.1%, Adventure 2.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%

  38. #38 Russian Fishing 4
    73% matchMixed59% of 84,285 reviews2021
    Dev: FishSoft LLC
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 72.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.

    Why similar: Fishing 57.6%, Realistic 14%, Simulation 12.9%, Open World 11.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  39. #39 Carp Fishing Simulator
    75% matchMixed60% of 228 reviews2021
    Dev: Dangerous Derk Interactive
    Windows

    Carp Fishing Simulator aims to be the most advanced, authentic fishing experience on the market.

    Why similar: Fishing 55.3%, Simulation 15.2%, Realistic 14.1%, Open World 9.5%, Family Friendly 5.8%

  40. #40 Airship: Kingdoms Adrift
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,027 reviews2023
    Dev: Revolution IndustryPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Welcome to Suthseg! As the newly commissioned airship captain, forge a mercantile empire across the archipelago, until the great powers of Europa turn their attention toward it. Build up a fleet, chart trade routes, establish industries, and explore the frontier at your airship's helm!

    Why similar: Naval 61.7%, Open World 14.1%, Management 13.5%, Simulation 8%, Adventure 2.8%

  41. #41 Virtual Sailor NG
    72% matchVery Positive89% of 114 reviews2022
    Dev: Ilan Papini
    Windows

    Virtual Sailor NG is an open world sailing simulator with accurate physics, simulating well the various boats included. The game allows the user to modify and experiment with scenery making and vehicle design by way of extreme mod ability, with a large library of existing mods and add-ons.

    Why similar: Simulation 65.3%, Open World 31.8%, Singleplayer 2.9%

  42. #42 Train Sim World® 4
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,970 reviews2023
    Dev: Dovetail GamesPub: Dovetail Games - TSW
    Windows
    Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Feel the power of simulation in your hands. Experience immense velocity and express unrivalled creativity with Train Sim World 4! Expand your rail hobby and discover the raw emotion of driving a diverse array of iconic routes and trains. From training center to mountain pass, this is your journey.

    Why similar: Driving 24.6%, Simulation 21.8%, Realistic 20.4%, Open World 20.2%, Family Friendly 7.3%

  43. #43 Stormworks: Build and Rescue
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 57,601 reviews2020
    Dev: Geometa
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 111.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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: Naval 76.9%, Open World 23.1%

  44. #44 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: Simulation 92.9%, Singleplayer 7.1%

  45. #45 Transport Fever 2
    70% matchVery Positive91% of 31,208 reviews2019
    Dev: Urban GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 65.7 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: Naval 29.4%, Management 25.5%, Simulation 21%, Open World 10.9%, Realistic 10.9%

  46. #46 Bus World
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,978 reviews2023
    Dev: KishMish Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Bus World is a game about passenger transportations in various conditions, starting from standard days of a bus driver and ending with rescuing people who suffered from disasters.

    Why similar: Driving 28.5%, Open World 25.2%, Realistic 20.9%, Simulation 17.7%, Singleplayer 4%

  47. #47 Truck World: Australia - First Haul
    67% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,466 reviews2025
    Dev: Truck World StudioPub: HypeTrain Digital
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 48 min≥1hr: 17%

    Become a truckie in the heart of Australia! Brave the scorching desert, conquer a sandstorm and support the local industry by delivering vital cargo across the continent’s treacherous terrain.

    Why similar: Driving 23%, Open World 20.8%, Management 17%, Realistic 16.4%, Simulation 12.4%

  48. #48 Nautical Life
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 58 reviews2018
    Dev: Alphaquest GamesPub: Alphaquest Games
    Windows

    Buy yachts and customize the interior with furniture, besides fishing around the world!

    Why similar: Fishing 68.3%, Simulation 16.5%, Management 11.4%, Adventure 3.8%

  49. #49 Bus Simulator 18
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 13,398 reviews2018
    Dev: stillalive studiosPub: astragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 58.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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: Driving 31.2%, Simulation 23.9%, Open World 19.4%, Realistic 17.8%, Management 5.2%

  50. #50 Sail Forth
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 625 reviews2022
    Dev: Festive VectorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?

    Why similar: Simulation 67.1%, Singleplayer 17.6%, Adventure 15.4%

  51. #51 American Truck Simulator
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 188,991 reviews2016
    Dev: SCS Software
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 95.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.

    Why similar: Driving 23.1%, Open World 22.1%, Management 18%, Realistic 17.5%, Simulation 12.9%

  52. #52 Collector's Cove
    65% matchVery Positive91% of 114 reviews2026
    Dev: VoodooDuck
    Windows

    All aboard! Collector’s Cove is a cozy farming adventure on the high seas. Sail with your animal friend to uncharted waters, cultivate your floating farm, and discover new islands, crops and fish on your quest to become a Named Collector!

    Why similar: Fishing 65.1%, Simulation 17.8%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Singleplayer 6.6%

  53. #53 Global Magnates: Shipping Tycoon
    66% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2025
    Dev: Aquila ChengduPub: Aquila Interactive
    Windows

    Global Magnates: Shipping Tycoon is a simulation game where you take on the role of a shipping entrepreneur. Carefully plan shipping routes, balance supply and demand across ports, and maximize profits to fuel your expansion. Build a worldwide network and rise as the definitive global magnate.

    Why similar: Management 58.8%, Simulation 35.8%, Singleplayer 5.3%

  54. #54 Worldwide Rush
    66% matchVery Positive80% of 487 reviews2025
    Dev: Memel Games
    Windows

    Worldwide Rush lets you experience passenger transportation and management on a global scale. Expand your company, meet the growing travel demand, compete against other companies, and discover new continents with its unique vehicles. The entire world is yours to control.

    Why similar: Management 35.6%, Simulation 28.2%, Realistic 23%, Open World 12.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%

  55. #55 Pancake Sailor
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 185 reviews2020
    Dev: MarineVerse
    Windows · Mac

    Relaxing sailing experience. Discover Akalana Islands.

    Why similar: Simulation 42.7%, Open World 39.1%, Family Friendly 18.2%

  56. #56 Ship Simulator: Maritime Search and Rescue
    70% matchMixed60% of 186 reviews2014
    Dev: Reality Twist GmbHPub: rondomedia GmbH
    Windows · Mac

    You set sail as others return to dry land. Wind force 12. Breakers beat on the bow deck, spray blows across the bridge. On the high seas: face the sheer force of the elements! And you’re steering them – the most powerful rescue vessels of the Maritime Search and Rescue Service in search of castaways.

    Why similar: Simulation 100%

  57. #57 Train Mechanic Simulator 2017
    69% matchMixed67% of 815 reviews2017
    Dev: Si7 StudioPub: Atomic Jelly
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Take your opportunity as real Train Mechanic. Find locomotives around game world that needs your help and repair them in one of 3 workshops localized in huge 25 km2 open world. You will be face all types of damages in all genres of trains: Diesel, Electric and even Old-School Steam units.

    Why similar: Driving 21%, Open World 19.2%, Simulation 18.7%, Realistic 18.4%, Management 13.7%

  58. #58 PRO FISHING SIMULATOR
    69% matchMixed57% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    An authentic sport fishing simulation for both beginners and avid anglers. Explore the most beautiful fishing spots in the world and reel in the best catches by combining technique and the best official equipment.

    Why similar: Fishing 59.6%, Simulation 40.4%

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