- #1 Let's Build a Zoo
97% matchVery Positive89% of 4,050 reviews2021
Dev: SpringloadedPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
It's time to Build a Zoo! Construct and decorate enclosures, buy and breed animals, hire zookeepers and vets... then try your hand at DNA splicing, and stitch together over 300,000 different types of animal. This can only go smoothly...
Why similar: City Builder 31%, Simulation 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Building 10.7%, Management 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar management experience with a focus on animal breeding and park customization in a charming pixel-art style.
- #2 Dream Park Story
96% matchVery Positive89% of 157 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create your own amusement park with a variety of rides, mascots, and activities!
Why similar: Colony Sim 27.1%, City Builder 13.9%, Life Sim 11.7%, Simulation 11.7%, Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Another Kairosoft title that captures the exact same addictive management loop and visual style as Zoo Park Story.
- #3 Parkasaurus
96% matchVery Positive93% of 3,094 reviews2020
Dev: Washbear Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Parkasaurus is a dinosaur tycoon management simulation where you take care of your dinosaurs by constructing well-designed exhibits, researching specialized technologies, and maximizing profits to expand into the ultimate dinosaur theme park. Do you favor development for guests or your dinosaurs?
Why similar: City Builder 35.4%, Building 13.7%, Management 12.1%, Simulation 11.3%, Economy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a cute, colorful aesthetic and focuses on building and managing a zoo specifically for dinosaurs.
- #4 Hot Springs Story
95% matchVery Positive85% of 274 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Build and manage the ultimate Japanese hot springs inn.
Why similar: City Builder 18.8%, Colony Sim 16.4%, Life Sim 14.6%, Building 10.5%, Simulation 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: This classic Kairosoft management sim shares the same pixel-art charm and strategic building mechanics.
- #5 Mega Mall Story 2
94% matchVery Positive95% of 115 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A brand new business sim! Build cafés, movie theaters, aquariums, and more!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.9%, Life Sim 13.6%, City Builder 12.7%, Simulation 11.3%, Strategy 8%
Why You'll Like It: It features the signature Kairosoft management style, focusing on building a thriving business with satisfying progression.
- #6 Tropical Resort Story
94% matchVery Positive92% of 180 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 57%
It's vacation time! Try your hand at managing a lush tropical resort!
Why similar: Colony Sim 30.8%, City Builder 20.7%, Simulation 9.7%, Nature 9.3%, Casual 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a relaxing, management-heavy experience that mirrors the casual yet strategic gameplay of Kairosoft's zoo sim.
- #7 Forest Camp Story
93% matchVery Positive84% of 220 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Create and customize your own campground in this charming pixel art sim game.
Why similar: Colony Sim 23.3%, City Builder 18%, Simulation 11%, Life Sim 10%, Strategy 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the nature-themed management vibe of Zoo Park Story while maintaining the developer's iconic pixel aesthetic.
- #8 Megaquarium
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,695 reviews2018
Dev: Twice Circled
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
The public aquarium simulator. Design your displays, look after your fish, manage your staff and keep your guests happy! It's all in a day's work as the curator of your very own Megaquarium.
Why similar: Building 21.4%, Simulation 18.9%, Management 16.1%, Cute 11.8%, Economy 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep management simulation experience centered on building and maintaining an aquarium, sharing the same strategic focus as Zoo Park Story.
- #9 Planet Zoo
91% matchVery Positive91% of 94,593 reviews2019
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.
Why similar: City Builder 22.5%, Nature 20%, Building 12.3%, Simulation 12.1%, Management 12%
Why You'll Like It: As the gold standard for zoo management sims, it offers unparalleled depth in animal welfare and habitat construction.
- #10 Dungeon Village 2
91% matchVery Positive87% of 660 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Recruit adventurers and monsters to create your own RRG-style town!
Why similar: Colony Sim 27.2%, City Builder 18.8%, Life Sim 11.5%, Simulation 7.8%, Strategy 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: While fantasy-themed, it utilizes the same addictive Kairosoft management systems and cute pixel-art style.
- #11 Burger Bistro Story
90% matchVery Positive83% of 313 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Open your own diner and create custom burgers in this management sim game.
Why similar: City Builder 19.4%, Life Sim 14.5%, Colony Sim 11.6%, Simulation 11.1%, Strategy 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same management-focused gameplay and charming visual identity found in other Kairosoft titles.
- #12 Jumbo Airport Story
89% matchVery Positive92% of 357 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Just imagine: your own world-famous airport! A game with sky-high levels of fun!
Why similar: Colony Sim 28.2%, City Builder 18.8%, Simulation 9%, Strategy 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 5%
Why You'll Like It: It applies the Kairosoft management formula to an airport setting, offering the same level of strategic depth.
- #13 Prehistoric Kingdom
89% matchVery Positive90% of 6,006 reviews2022
Dev: Blue MeridianPub: Crytivo
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Take on the role of park manager and design the ultimate zoo for nature's greatest creations.
Why similar: Building 22.5%, Simulation 19.8%, Management 19%, Economy 17.1%, Strategy 16.4%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the creative design and management of a zoo featuring extinct animals, perfect for fans of animal-centric sims.
- #14 Cafe Master Story
88% matchVery Positive95% of 304 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Serve up food, drinks, and smiles in this retro cafe management sim!
Why similar: Colony Sim 27.5%, City Builder 17.2%, Life Sim 13%, Simulation 8.1%, Strategy 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: This Kairosoft game provides a similar satisfying loop of building and optimizing a business in a casual setting.
- #15 Jurassic World Evolution 2
86% matchVery Positive90% of 46,005 reviews2021
Dev: Frontier Developments
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation.
Why similar: City Builder 27.8%, Building 19.7%, Simulation 14.8%, Management 14.1%, Strategy 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a more intense, high-fidelity approach to managing a park filled with prehistoric creatures.
- #16 Venture Towns
87% matchMostly Positive80% of 132 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Make your own metropolitan utopia! Stores, mansions, towers--anything goes!
Why similar: Colony Sim 23.5%, City Builder 22.6%, Life Sim 11.4%, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on city-building and management, sharing the same pixel-art charm and addictive progression as Kairosoft's other works.
- #17 Pool Slide Story
86% matchVery Positive90% of 193 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Make a fantastic, dazzling water park!
Why similar: City Builder 26.3%, Simulation 11.1%, Life Sim 10.9%, Colony Sim 10.5%, Strategy 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a casual management experience centered on a water park, sharing the same lighthearted tone as Zoo Park Story.
- #18 Shiny Ski Resort
84% matchVery Positive94% of 111 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Enjoy building and running a ski resort in this cool simulation game!
Why similar: Colony Sim 31%, City Builder 21%, Simulation 8.2%, Strategy 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a relaxing management experience that mirrors the casual, nature-focused vibe of Zoo Park Story.
- #19 8-Bit Farm
84% matchMixed66% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Farm management simulation game! Create the most awesome farm!
Why similar: Colony Sim 26.6%, City Builder 14.7%, Life Sim 12.6%, Simulation 8.2%, Strategy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on agricultural management with the same charming, retro-inspired visual style.
- #20 Convenience Stories
82% matchVery Positive94% of 248 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Customize your own store with a wide variety of products and business goals.
Why similar: Colony Sim 33.3%, City Builder 12.9%, Simulation 11.6%, Life Sim 10.7%, Strategy 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a straightforward and highly addictive management loop consistent with the Kairosoft catalog.
- #21 Wildlife Park 3
85% matchMixed59% of 522 reviews2014
Dev: b-alive gmbh
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Do you have what it takes to be a zoo tycoon? You are responsible for your very own and unique zoo. Choose from numerous types of enclosures, park buildings and plants to design an environment appropriate to each species. Take home a part of wilderness with Wildlife Park 3!
Why similar: City Builder 21.2%, Simulation 17.6%, Strategy 14.8%, Management 12.5%, Building 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic zoo management sim that emphasizes animal care and park infrastructure development.
- #22 Zoo 2: Animal Park
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,646 reviews2020
Dev: KING ArtPub: upjers
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Zoo 2: Animal Park – Take care of wild and tame zoo animals in this animal game!
Why similar: City Builder 27.7%, Life Sim 17.6%, Building 11.9%, Simulation 9%, Management 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a casual, cute approach to zoo management that aligns well with the tone of Zoo Park Story.
- #23 Pocket Clothier
82% 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 34.1%, Life Sim 15.7%, Simulation 10.3%, Strategy 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This Kairosoft sim focuses on retail management with the same satisfying, easy-to-learn mechanics.
- #24 World Cruise Story
81% matchVery Positive96% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Captain a luxury cruise liner, sailing the entire world while entertaining VIPs!
Why similar: Colony Sim 30.5%, City Builder 15.5%, Simulation 13%, Strategy 11.9%, Casual 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title brings the Kairosoft management style to a maritime setting, focusing on customer satisfaction and facility upgrades.
- #25 Silver Screen Story
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 80 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Movie Studio Management Simulation Produce blockbusters and earn world-wide fame
Why similar: Colony Sim 31.1%, City Builder 13.4%, Life Sim 12.6%, Simulation 12%, Strategy 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: It allows players to manage a film studio with the same strategic depth and pixel-art aesthetic as other Kairosoft games.
- #26 The Pyraplex
80% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A pyramid-building adventure of historic proportions!
Why similar: Colony Sim 27.6%, City Builder 17.6%, Life Sim 13.7%, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This Kairosoft title focuses on building a massive shopping complex with the same addictive management mechanics.
- #27 Zoo Simulator
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 191 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
In Zoo Simulator, your main task is to run and manage your own zoo. Renew it and take care of all the animals' needs, ensuring them a peaceful life! Will you attract crowds of visitors? Create your own zoo!
Why similar: Life Sim 22.2%, Nature 17.5%, Simulation 16.1%, Economy 10.1%, Cute 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a more realistic, first-person perspective on managing a zoo and caring for animals.
- #28 Dream Town Island
78% matchVery Positive96% of 460 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 25.1%, City Builder 18.3%, Life Sim 12.2%, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 7%
Why You'll Like It: It combines city-building and management in a way that feels very similar to the progression systems in Zoo Park Story.
- #29 Mega Mall Story
77% matchVery Positive94% of 309 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Design a towering mega mall in this mall management simulation game.
Why similar: Colony Sim 28.2%, City Builder 19%, Life Sim 11.7%, Building 7.4%, Economy 6.7%
- #30 ZooKeeper
78% matchMixed69% of 61 reviews2022
Dev: ▲ Pyramid GamesPub: Gaming Factory
Windows
Become a Zoo Keeper, manage and build the zoo of your childhood dreams! Take care of the animals and create ideal conditions for them. Grow your zoo, add extraordinary species and prepare amazing attractions for visitors.
Why similar: Nature 23%, Building 15.1%, Simulation 13.6%, Strategy 13%, Management 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the day-to-day management tasks of running a zoo, offering a more grounded simulation experience.
- #31 Wildlife Park 2
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 560 reviews2014
Dev: b-alive gmbh
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Now’s the chance to build the Zoo of your dreams! Just like in a real Zoo, your animals must receive complete care. Feed them, train them, cure them and even relocate them. Observe their realistic interactions with one another, the landscape, the play equipment and even Zoo visitors.
Why similar: Horses 13.3% ★, Simulation 13.1%, City Builder 13%, Strategy 12.4%, Economy 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational zoo management game that emphasizes habitat design and animal welfare.
- #32 Pocket Arcade Story
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create the gaming paradise of your dreams! Reach 5-stars and host tournaments!
Why similar: Colony Sim 31.3%, City Builder 12.7%, Simulation 12.2%, Life Sim 9.9%, Strategy 9.8%
- #33 Dungeon Village
76% matchVery Positive89% of 794 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Build a heroic hamlet that warriors and merchants can call home!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.3%, City Builder 19.5%, Nature 11.3%, Life Sim 10%, Building 7.1%
- #34 Pocket Academy
76% matchVery Positive83% of 208 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Make your dream school in this management simulation game! School got you down?
Why similar: Colony Sim 24.8%, City Builder 18.4%, Life Sim 12.9%, Simulation 6.8%, Building 6.7%
- #35 Hot Springs Story 2
75% matchVery Positive85% of 181 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A "hot" new hot springs resort sim with a ton of new exclusive features!
Why similar: Colony Sim 31.1%, City Builder 16.5%, Life Sim 14.8%, Simulation 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #36 The Sushi Spinnery
75% matchVery Positive93% of 410 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Revolutionize the revolving sushi bar in this fresh new sim!
Why similar: Colony Sim 25.6%, City Builder 13.5%, Life Sim 13.3%, Simulation 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #37 Dream House Days DX
74% matchVery Positive85% of 307 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Make the dwelling of your dreams a reality in this apartment management sim!
Why similar: Life Sim 18.2%, City Builder 16.8%, Simulation 11.9%, Colony Sim 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #38 Game Dev Story
73% matchVery Positive91% of 1,391 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Work hard and you may reach the top of the video game industry!
Why similar: City Builder 25.5%, Life Sim 16.8%, Building 10.6%, Management 8.8%, Strategy 7.6%
- #39 Beastie Bay DX
73% matchVery Positive83% of 104 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Develop a deserted island and collect rare monsters!
Why similar: Colony Sim 35.6%, City Builder 21.8%, Simulation 10%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%, Casual 5%
- #40 Tennis Club Story
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 92 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Attract customers, train stars, and win the Grand Slam in this tennis club sim!
Why similar: Colony Sim 33.1%, City Builder 14%, Simulation 13.6%, Life Sim 11%, Casual 5.9%
- #41 The Ramen Sensei
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 185 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Build the ultimate bowl to leap past your ramen rivals and achieve greatness!
Why similar: Colony Sim 29.8%, Life Sim 16.5%, Simulation 9.3%, Strategy 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #42 Pocket Harvest
72% matchVery Positive91% of 116 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Reap the joys of country life and cultivate your farm and fame!
Why similar: Colony Sim 26.2%, City Builder 14.3%, Life Sim 12.7%, Simulation 7.7%, Strategy 7.3%
- #43 Two Point Museum
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,825 reviews2025
Dev: Two Point StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 25.6 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 23.9%, Life Sim 15.3%, Building 10.4%, Simulation 10.3%, Strategy 8.7%
- #44 Basketball Club Story
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 198 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 23.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Basketball Team Management Sim Coach a custom team and dunk your way to glory!
Why similar: Colony Sim 31.8%, Simulation 14.9%, City Builder 14.5%, Life Sim 11.7%, Casual 5.7%
- #45 Oh! Edo Towns
71% matchVery Positive86% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Plunge into the past for a rousing romp through Edo period Japan!
Why similar: Colony Sim 24.6%, City Builder 17.6%, Life Sim 11.8%, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 6.1%
- #46 Forest Golf Planner
71% matchVery Positive83% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Create and customize your own golf course in this charming management sim.
Why similar: City Builder 24.1%, Life Sim 18.1%, Simulation 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Nature 6.7%
- #47 Pocket League Story
71% 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 21.4%, Life Sim 16.8%, Simulation 12.7%, Strategy 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #48 Zoo Simulator: Prologue
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 249 reviews2024
Dev: Games Incubator
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 32%
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version. In Zoo Simulator: Prologue, your main task is to run and manage your own zoo. Renew it and take care of all the animals' needs, ensuring them a peaceful life! Will you attract crowds of visitors? Create your own zoo!
Why similar: Nature 26.1%, Life Sim 17.8%, Simulation 13.1%, Building 10.4%, Management 10.1%
- #49 Station Manager
70% matchVery Positive83% of 207 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Build your own spectacular, multi-story station for your favorite trains!
Why similar: City Builder 30.1%, Simulation 15%, Building 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Life Sim 7.4%
- #50 Heian City Story
67% matchVery Positive89% of 152 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
A city-building sim with a historical twist
Why similar: City Builder 30.7%, Simulation 12.3%, Strategy 12%, Building 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #51 Anime Studio Story
69% matchVery Positive81% of 98 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Step into the studio and produce yourown hit anime with an original hero!
Why similar: Life Sim 16.8%, Simulation 16.4%, Strategy 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Casual 9.2%
- #52 Pocket Academy 3
67% matchVery Positive94% of 225 reviews2023
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
After 12 long years, we're back and bringing the school festival with us!
Why similar: Colony Sim 28.9%, City Builder 14.4%, Life Sim 14.4%, Simulation 8.1%, Strategy 6.8%
- #53 Bunny Park
68% matchVery Positive90% of 859 reviews2020
Dev: Cozy Bee Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Manage your own bunny park! Give snacks and toys to your bunnies. Improve and decorate your park to increase its popularity and collect all the bunnies!
Why similar: Colony Sim 23.6%, City Builder 18.7%, Nature 12.3%, Building 11.2%, Simulation 10.5%
- #54 Ratopia
64% matchVery Positive88% of 4,696 reviews2025
Dev: Cassel Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Ratopia is a new game that has combined elements of both strategic survival and city building. With plenty of content available, and more planned, enjoy a vast world to adventure and populate with citizens! Build your own economical system to sustain your ideal city of Ratopia.
Why similar: Colony Sim 33%, City Builder 20.3%, Building 9.8%, Strategy 7%, Management 6.5%
- #55 Cafeteria Nipponica
67% 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: Colony Sim 25.3%, City Builder 21.8%, Life Sim 16.2%, Simulation 7.9%, Building 7.7%
- #56 Pocket Stables
67% matchVery Positive91% of 192 reviews2022
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Manage a ranch while training your racehorses to race for a Triple Crown.
Why similar: Colony Sim 20.5%, Life Sim 16.5%, Simulation 14.8%, Horses 12.7% ★, Strategy 10%
- #57 Tiny Pasture
63% matchVery Positive93% of 8,348 reviews2025
Dev: CaveLiquidPub: Gamersky Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 26.0 hrsMean: 59.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Meet your new little desk buddies! They’ll snooze, scratch, and scamper around while you work or study (don’t worry, they’ve been trained not to invade your workspace). If you’re good at animal management, they will occupy the bottom of your screen with different kinds and colors!
Why similar: Nature 26.8%, Building 14%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Simulation 12.4%, Management 12%
- #58 My Free Zoo
69% matchMixed62% of 717 reviews2017
Dev: upjers
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 94.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A small zoo needs your help! As the new manager, it's your job to boost business. Design the zoo of your dreams. From wolves and polar bears all the way to prehistoric beasts – the further you progress in the game, the more exotic the animals you'll be able to keep in your zoo. Play now and save the zoo!
Why similar: City Builder 32.2%, Building 12.9%, Nature 11.4%, Simulation 11.1%, Strategy 8.7%
- #59 Zoo Park
70% matchMixed57% of 313 reviews2014
Dev: ExcaliburPub: Excalibur Publishing
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Care for over 40 different animals from all four corners of the Earth whilst running a professional programme of rescue, rehabilitation, research and conservation.
Why similar: Simulation 24.4%, Strategy 18.2%, City Builder 15.6%, Management 13.3%, Nature 11.1%
- #60 Skating Rink Story
64% matchVery Positive95% of 83 reviews2025
Dev: Kairosoft Co.,Ltd
Windows
Make your wildest ice dreams come true with this skating rink management game.
Why similar: City Builder 29.6%, Life Sim 22.6%, Simulation 18.1%, Casual 10.2%, Strategy 5.6%
