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Looking for games like Calm Before the Storm? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Fresh Start, Gamer Stop Simulator or Internet Cafe Simulator 2.

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  1. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 1,846 reviews

    Feel Good Post-apo simulator of cleaning up and repairing a fallen world in single-player FPS mode. Clean polluted environment, repair, renovate and turn on objects long forgotten by time. Make new friends, take care of nature or even plant a forest. Give these places a Fresh Start! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fresh Start.

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  2. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    68% User Score Based on 113 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game Following a letter from your grandfather, you travel back to your birth country, Japan. He has passed away and left behind an old video game store as your inheritance. To honor his memory, you set out to restore the store to its former glory. That’s the heart of Gamer Stop: build the video game store you’ve always dreamed of. Gamer Stop isn’t just a simulation game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gamer Stop Simulator.

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  4. Step into an abandoned hospital, where giant, hairy, wriggling caterpillars crawl through the eerie hallways. In this horror-themed VR mini-game, your mission is simple—but unsettling: grab them by the neck and toss them into the bucket. Immersive Horror Atmosphere – Experience the unsettling silence of the empty hospital as you track these grotesque creatures, each movement sending shivers down… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CATpillAr.

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  5. STORY: Embark on a Heart-Pounding Journey of Survival and Redemption in "Days End" - a Gripping Horror FPS Experience on Steam! As the deadly Xonobia Virus engulfs the country, leaving behind a trail of infected zombies and death, follow the harrowing tale of Chad, one of the few survivors determined to escape the nightmarish chaos. Joining forces with the ruthless gang, "Blackbird… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DAYS END.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    73% User Score Based on 79 reviews

    Step into an uncanny building trapped in endless loops. Use the elevator, uncover unsettling anomalies, and evade the Entity lurking behind you. Liminal Exit, an immersive walking simulator inspired by liminal spaces. Can you escape, or will you remain forever trapped? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liminal Exit.

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  7. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    70% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Cleaning? Did you say boring? No way! Cleaning Simulator invites you to grab your mop, vacuum cleaner, and sponge for a delightful cleaning adventure. Dirty floors, mountains of dishes, buzzing flies, dusty carpets, and chaotic rooms… They’re all waiting for you. But don’t worry—if you’ve got the right tools in hand, this mess will be sparkling clean in no time. Whether you play just to unwind o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cleaning Simulator.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    78% User Score Based on 352 reviews

    Sunken Engine is a Lovecraftian Ship Repair Simulator. Restore the old shipyard you inherited from your father. Every arriving ship carries a dark mystery waiting to be uncovered. While keeping your customers happy, you must also deal with the strange and eerie events happening on the island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sunken Engine.

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  9. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 4,406 reviews

    Turn your dream of selling used cars into reality! In Car Dealer Simulator, you’ll learn the ins and outs of running a business from its quirky owner, Little Sam. He’s not great at keeping things in order, so your task is to buy low, fix up, and sell high. Over time, as you master your initial challenges, you’ll have the chance to take over the business, and then… Everything will be in your hands!… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Car Dealer Simulator.

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  10. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 1,285 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Landlord's Super.

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  12. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 560 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 5 reviews

    inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories is a cozy, narrative-driven slice-of-life game with light simulation elements, centered on human connection and everyday moments. Play as Makoto Hayakawa, a college student spending her summer behind the counter of a small-town convenience store, in a colorful world inspired by early 1990s Japan. Your days are shaped by simple, tactile actions. You stock shelve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories.

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  13. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 795 reviews

    HOP ON OPERATOR'S CABIN!Start your journey along Coastal Hayamori Railway and Rural Kofuku Railway. both routes have distinct operational pattern and characteristic. Make sure that your passengers get from station to station safely! EASY TO LEARN / HARD TO MASTER!Love the challenge? turn on HARD-MODE, or NO-UI, or even NO-SPEEDOMETER mode for extra score! FREE MODE!Tired of driving and got punis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RUNNING TRAIN | 走ル列車!.

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  14. Game Dev Simulator is a story-driven VR office simulator. Players take on the role of a new hire at 'Mundane Interactive', a small game studio, where they test games on a fully interactive virtual PC. The game features a fictional operating system with playable mini-games, a phone call system, emails, and an unfolding narrative that's deeper than it first appears. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Game Dev Simulator.

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  15. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    56% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Welcome to Super Wash Simulator, a relaxing open world cleaning simulator where every job feels satisfying and every surface is a chance to turn chaos into perfection. Pressure Washing in an Open World Step into a first-person (FPS) pressure washing experience and explore a living town at your own pace. Drive your starter golf cart, accept contracts through an in-game messaging system, follow … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Wash Simulator.

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  16. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 459 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game Start by running a saloon and carve your own place in the Wild West. Shape your bar, hire help, and get drawn into the lives and troubles of the people who gather around your counter. Out here, honest business is rarely enough. See what it takes to survive the frontier. Run a working saloon from behind the counter. Mix drinks, cook meals, and keep supplies moving a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saloon Simulator.

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  17. Every dream has an ending. In this fully remastered edition of the original Dream:scape, you step into the subconscious of Wilson, a man lying in a hospital bed with only minutes to live. Trapped in a surreal dream world woven from his memories, Wilson must explore the people, places, and regrets that shaped his life — before time runs out. Rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 with enhanced visuals, sound… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream:scape Remastered.

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  18. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    87% User Score Based on 247 reviews

    Physics-Based Medieval Trading & Transport Simulator. Start as a Worthless Merchant and work your way up as you carefully handle and transport your goods through a stylized Medieval World! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Merchant's Promise.

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  19. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 15,772 reviews

    Once you get tangled with the mob, you will forever be a part of the mob. At least they pay a decent salary and all you have to do is clean up after their dirty work, but you know what you’re doing. So clean crime scenes, outsmart the police and get ready for the next mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crime Scene Cleaner.

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  20. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    86% User Score Based on 171 reviews

    Step into the critical role of a baggage security operative in Airport X-Ray Simulator. As part of the backbone of airport security, you are the last line of defense against prohibited or illegal items making their way onto an aircraft or into the airport. Please be aware before purchasing: Airport X-Ray Simulator has a fairly high learning curve, and as such, it features a text-heavy tutorial tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Airport X-Ray Simulator.

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  21. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 126 reviews

    Welcome to Recycle Center Simulator: Prologue! Dive into the world of sustainable resource management in Recycle Center Simulato: Prologuer, where you take charge of collecting, sorting, recycling, and selling materials to build a prosperous recycling enterprise. Key Features: Build and Manage Your Recycling Base: Start with a humble warehouse, your central hub for gathering and processing raw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Recycling Center Simulator: Prologue.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Strange statues have begun to materialise across the abandoned world of CONCRETE. They hold an unnatural grip on the minds of the recently missing population. Hired to explore this desolate world, you must rely on your wits, surroundings, and navigational skills to find and destroy these ominous figures. FIRST PERSON EXPLORATION Move freely through environments with a weighty and responsive play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CONCRETE.

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  23. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    63% User Score Based on 719 reviews

    Storage Dealer Simulator offers a realistic experience in warehouse management. Establish your own warehouse business, transport goods intelligently, and delve into the intricacies of warehouse management in the business world. Start expanding your business and become an expert in the world of warehousing with Storage Dealer Simulator! Carefully research and examine the products in the wareh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storage Dealer Simulator.

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  24. Realm of Dread is a singleplayer, psychological horror game with survival mechanics. One night, you woke up in a world filled with supernatural entities. Once you realize your family is missing, you will go into the dark and look for them. As you walk in the dark forest, you will find abandoned places to explore and you will find new equipments to fight. With each fight, you will be one step close… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm of Dread.

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  25. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 829 reviews
    Critic Score 8%Based on 1 reviews

    Quadrilateral Cowboy is a single-player adventure in a cyberpunk world. Tread lightly through security systems with your hacking deck and grey-market equipment. With top-of-the-line hardware like this, it means just one thing: you answer only to the highest bidder. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quadrilateral Cowboy.

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  26. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Ghostware is a retro-fps combining the lore-heavy plot and exploration of adventure games with the fast action of '90s shooters. You and other ghosts have been trapped inside an arena FPS created by a wizard's unwillingness to overcome his nostalgia. Escape the past, shoot your way out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GHOSTWARE: Arena of the Dead.

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  27. 27%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    43% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Berries Challenge is a berries hunter simulator. Here you can walk around the forest and enjoy nature, meet different animals and, of course, gather berries. The goal of the game is not only to gather as many flowers as possible but also to find the way back to the car without any modern equipment. Only the best berries hunters are able to cope with this. Main Game Features: - look fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berries Challenge.

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  28. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    92% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Gameplay Welcome to the ultimate cooperative virtual reality experience! In this game, you and your friends will embark on a mysterious and thrilling adventure that will test your skills and courage. To survive in this strange and ominous world, you'll need to work together, using a combination of guns with realistic mechanisms and melee weapons to take down your enemies and make your way throu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Maze: Humanity.

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  29. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    41% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Welcome to the world of Coal Mining! Start with almost nothing and get to the top - develop your mine, sell coal, buy new machines and avoid dangers in this sandbox simulator. Take control of numerous mining machines. Destroy, mine, drill, transport and blow things up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coal Mining Simulator.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    93% User Score Based on 734 reviews

    Explore a decaying industrial world left behind in humanity's never-ending race to conquer the stars. Beneath its iron skies, desperate souls kill and steal for passage to the still-plentiful frontier worlds. Sink or swim in this high-octane first-person shooter with stealth and RPG elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fortune's Run.

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  31. Vacant Planet is a story driven game . You are a male protagonist and your mission is to survive the desolated world and find out what happened here. You will face the different waves of deadly zombies in desolated towns, villages and jungle etc with short resources which makes the playing experience more adventurous. Player has to explore different areas and find different clues to make the an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vacant Planet.

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  32. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    87% User Score Based on 998 reviews

    Run a shop in the zombie apocalypse! Trade batteries, craft stock, manage your staff, and fend off undead hordes. Will you be a hero, or profit at any cost? Your choices shape your store - and your fate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Walking Trade.

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  33. Vice Thief Simulator: 80s Nostalgia throws you into the dazzling streets of the 1980s, where every neon sign hides new opportunities. Your goal is simple — get rich at any cost. But beware: one wrong move and the police are already on your trail. Atmosphere and World The 80s come alive in every corner: neon lights glow on the streets, pop hits blast from speakers, and the city pulses to the rhyth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vice Thief Simulator: 80s Nostalgia.

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  34. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    94% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    Mow away your stress with the soothing hum of a well-oiled engine. Fire up your mower and cut every blade of grass in sight. Build your own lawn care service and work on everything from exotic to ordinary lawns. Relax and unwind in this satisfying lawn care simulator. Whether you’re hedging for perfection or tackling wild overgrowth, no lawn is too daunting with your growing arsenal of mowers, tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lawn Care Simulator.

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  35. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 107 reviews

    Build Your Own Business Empire! Business Simulator 2026 is a business simulation game where you start from scratch and become a global giant. Make strategic decisions, grow your company, overcome financial challenges, and surpass your competitors! You'll develop all the skills needed to become a leader in the business world. Master marketing, production, and management processes while seizing oppo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Business Simulator 2026.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    79% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    "Unknown Host" is a first-person psychological horror game with a linear narrative and an average playtime of 30-40 minutes to complete. StoryWe step into the shoes of Alex, a student who, in search of more comfort, rents an apartment in the city that, at first glance, seems pretty decent — but upon arrival, he realizes something is not right. GameplayThe game is primarily a first-pers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Host.

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  37. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    62% User Score Based on 674 reviews

    Overcome Your Fears - is a psychological atmospheric horror game that immerses you in a world of the unknown. In this game you are exploring the story of 19-year-old Steve Jackson, who takes a job house-sitting for friends while they are on vacation. What starts as a simple favor quickly turns into a chilling experience as unsettling events unfold in the quiet town. Little does Steve know, that th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overcome Your Fears: Caretaker.

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  38. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    80% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    Once stuck behind a desk in a soulless 9-to-5 job, those days are now behind you! You and your friends are finally chasing the dream of opening your very own coffee shop. Nestled in the heart of the city, this charming little space—snatched up at a bargain—holds the potential to become the hottest café in town. Now it’s time to roll up your sleeves and turn that dream into reality! In this game, y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Roast: Coffee Shop Simulator.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    96% User Score Based on 47 reviews

                                       Anant Express – A Journey Into the Unknown Beware of the anomalies. If you sense something unusual, turn back immediately... Anant Express is set aboard a haunted sleeper-class indian train. You board the train as an ordinary traveler, but as the journey progresses, strange events begin to unfold. Mysterious passengers. Shifting compartments. Whispers in the d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anant Express.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    95% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    hate.net is....a minimalistic FPS movement shooter. An energy drink-sized time capsule of endless fighting. A micro-world of bots in a perpetual state of meaningless conversation with each other. Stay as long as you like - they've fought long before you, and they'll fight long after you're gone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to hate.net.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 2,137 reviews

    Peripeteia is a first-person game mixing shooter, stealth and RPG mechanics, placing it within the elusive and ephemeral "immersive sim" genre, heavily inspired by the greats such as Deus Ex, it expands upon the formula with original ideas and an unexplored alternative history post-soviet setting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peripeteia.

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  42. 36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    48% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Before You Buy – Please Read!Realife Simulator is not a movie. It’s not GTA, not The Sims, and not a quest-based adventure. It’s a sandbox – a living world where you do whatever you want, if you want. There are no pop-up missions, no “You must go here!” arrows, and nobody is coming to entertain you. Your experience is what you make of it. Some players love freedom, others need goals. Be honest wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realife Simulator.

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  43. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    46% User Score Based on 157 reviews

    Drive, maintain, explore, scavenge, upgrade and hunt to survive the Long Drive North. Drive and maintain your trusty old RV: get hands on and refuel & repair your vehicle Survive an unforgiving world: manage your sleep, hunger and thirst levels, scavenge for parts, and hunt for food Use recipes and cook to survive Upgrade and customise your RV: scavenge engine, battery and wheel u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Long Drive North: Co-Op RV Simulator.

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  44. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    57% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Build, manage, and expand your own automotive service empire in Car Service Simulator, the ultimate business simulation game that combines realistic vehicle repair, customization, management, and open-world exploration. Repair vehicles, customize cars, negotiate with customers, and grow your workshop from a small local garage into a thriving automotive business. Become a Skilled Mechanic and Mas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Car Service Simulator.

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  45. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    Average Playtime: 10-15 minutes Story The protagonist (Mitsuo Nakamura) falls asleep on a plane on his way back from a business trip. And when he wakes up... Gameplay This game is a loop-based horror game. Controls  WASD to move Left shift to runLeft click to ActionF to LightESC to Pause Developer's Anecdote Developed single-handedly by a 15-year-old. Video Distribution Guidelines Indiv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horror Family - Flight.

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  46. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    The Silent Swan is a first-person open world narrative experience across a monolithic, derelict world. Mixing both the walking simulator and open world genres together, the game brings the meaning of openness to urban areas for the first time to this scale. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Silent Swan.

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  47. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 19,142 reviews
    Critic Score 57%Based on 4 reviews

    Become the best thief. Gather intel, steal things and sell them to buy hi-tech equipement. Do everything that a real thief does. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thief Simulator.

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  49. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 1,578 reviews

    Your dream is about to become a reality as you just landed a brand new job at the latest iteration of the Happy's Humble fast food franchises, Happy's Humble Burger Farm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Happy's Humble Burger Farm.

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