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Looking for games like Groundwork Simulator? Here are top open world management recommendations with a economy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with PAYDIRT: Gold Mining Tycoon, Steam Colony or Out of Ore.

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  1. Your first pan pays for your next move. A tent beside the creek. A shovel. An empty wallet. In PAYDIRT: Gold Mining Tycoon, you grow a gold mine from the ground up, turning each hard-earned haul into better tools, a bigger crew and a more capable operation.Find your first goldStake your claim, pitch your tent and sample the ground. Clear trees, uncover paydirt and carry it to the wash. Pan, colle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PAYDIRT: Gold Mining Tycoon.

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  2. Build a steampunk colony, put robots to work and connect a growing network of steam-powered machines. Mine resources, research new technology and defend your Steam Core when night falls. Play solo or join friends in online co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steam Colony.

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  4. Truck Driving Cargo Simulator Truck Driving Cargo Simulator puts you in control of heavy truck across challenging offroad routes where skill, patience, and precision matter. Key Feature: Offroad Terrain Variety Vehicle Washing Refueling System Gameplay Experience Offroad Challenges Tyre Replacement Explore Night Driving in Rainy Weather with traffic vehicles Drive Loaded… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Truck Driving Cargo Simulator.

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  5. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Welcome to Shape TogetherShape Together blends factory-building with wave combat: lay mines, belts, and machines, automate shapes, and funnel your production to break the enemy heart. Build smart, adapt to new rules—and play solo or with friends on Steam. Build mines on ore, connect conveyor belts, and use splitters and teleport belts so your shapes always get where they need to go. Shape machine… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shape Together.

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  6. A co-op lawn game where you start with a nail cutter. Play as a budget robot, cut an enormous lawn, collect the clippings and earn better tools while searching for a lost wedding ring. Work alone or with up to three friends. Yes, scissors are an upgrade. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to That Damn Grass.

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  7. From a single tree to an entire industry! Manage and automate your lumber business in this relaxing, yet challenging Sawmill Simulator. Start small, grow rich, dominate the market. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timberflow: Sawmill Simulator.

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  9. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    38% User Score Based on 229 reviews

    Have you always dreamed of going on a gold hunt yourself? And to bring the valuable metal to light with small or large equipment and hard work? Then you now have the chance to show what you're made of and experience the different ways of finding and digging for gold with Gold Hunter.However, all beginnings are difficult. You start your adventure with some money and a metal detector. And when you h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gold Hunter.

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  10. Dig into the next exciting evolution of the Construction Simulator series and experience the biggest construction playground ever. Control numerous licensed machines, take on manual labor, and master both construction and demolition. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Construction Simulator: Evolution.

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  11. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    91% User Score Based on 4,863 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 17 reviews

    Features: Over 100 vehicles and tools Over 40 licensed brands including New Holland, Case IH, Deutz-Fahr, Ponsse and many more Discover the freedom of woodcutting,with all new tools and equipment Play with your friends on the Internet in multiplayer mode If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Farming Simulator 15.

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  12. OFFROAD Recovery: Yoho Trails is a terrain‑first off‑road simulation about keeping remote mountain routes open through recovery work, cargo hauling, and keeping remote sites accessible. Every job begins with the route ahead. Mud, rock, water, weather, and damaged roads determine how you approach the work and whether you can reach the destination at all. Recover stranded vehicles, deliver essenti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OFFROAD Recovery: Yoho Trails.

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  13. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Explore an Infinite WorldDive into a procedurally generated world with endless possibilities. Every region you explore offers unique landscapes, resources, and challenges. From rolling plains to rugged mountains, adapt your rail-building strategy to conquer any terrain. Discover new stations and routes as you expand your network. No two worlds are ever the same, ensuring a fresh experience every t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinite Rails.

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  14. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    60% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Heavy Works puts you in an openworld town where its up to you to rebuild. Powerstations, houses bridges, Gun Shops, Food stalls and more are around the town that you can accept in almost any order. Earn money and buy new equipment but be carefull not to go overbudget and have to sell assets or take out a costly loan to complete a job. Many Physicaly Simulated Vehicles, Cranes, Excavators, Tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heavy Works.

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  15. Humanity is expanding into the stars, and rival corporations are racing to claim it. Land on a hostile alien world as a frontier contractor: mine, build, power your base, pilot mechs, aircraft and vehicles and keep your supply lines running, as the planet and your rivals fight back. Humanity has outgrown its worlds. Colonies, ships and entire civilizations now run on energy that only the frontier… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CLAIM.

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  16. BUILD YOUR OWN HOSTING COMPANYStart with an empty business and take your first step into the world of hosting. You begin with a limited budget, a small workspace, and only a few pieces of equipment. Your first goal is to build your own hosting startup by creating the basic infrastructure needed to serve customers. Buy server cases, place rack systems, and prepare your first working systems. Over… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hosting Simulator: 2026.

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  17. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 647 reviews

    Ore Factory Squad is a co-op mining and factory-building game with procedural mining and fun at its core! Play alone or with friends, buy properties, dig deep for valuable resources, complete contracts, upgrade and automate production lines and grow your factory from zero to industry! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ore Factory Squad.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 3,388 reviews

    Experience the romance of the transition era as you take the reins of vintage locomotives, master intricate operations, and witness the beauty of a bygone era brought to life. Railroader is an operations-focused railroad simulator set in transition era Appalachia. Manage and run your railroad to your desire while using period steam and diesel locomotives and rolling stock.Trains with Purpose in a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Railroader.

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  19. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 31,858 reviews

    Hydroneer is a low-realism mining sim sandbox. Dig for gold and other resources to turn a profit and enhance your mining operation. Build a base of operations, forge weapons, go fishing, and dig deep! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hydroneer.

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  20. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    64% User Score Based on 152 reviews

    Specialised forestry and logging simulator game is here. Play in open world with realistic vehicle and tree physics, deformable terrain and specialised forestry vehicles! You'll be driving off-road getting logs to their destination, playing in first person and handling chainsaw and axe! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lumberjack Simulator.

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  21. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    64% User Score Based on 137 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. Coal Mining Simulator is a sandbox experience in which it's up to you to create new tunnels and pathways. Make your mine truly yours, as you go deeper and deeper in order to mine more coal. Take control of numerous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coal Mining Simulator: Prologue.

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  22. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 553 reviews

    Important note about this prologue versionThis version of Beer Factory is a demo. You will have free access to about 1 hour of the game. To access the rest of the content, please go to the full version available here: About the GameBeer Factory - Prologue is a business simulation and management game. Take the challenge and manage your own beer factory, employees, production lines, as well as th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beer Factory - Prologue.

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  23. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    61% User Score Based on 92 reviews

    Do you love that moment when the engine starts and that rich diesel sound fills the air? Do you get a kick out of moving earth with a variety of high-powered diggers, bulldozers and dump trucks? Do you yearn for the feeling of power that flows through you as the hard steel of the bucket digs into the earth while you remain in keep complete control? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DIG IT! - A Digger Simulator.

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  24. From first shift to qualified disasterStart with the basics, then work your way through fourteen short campaign shifts. New prescriptions, equipment, tighter routes, and increasingly awkward repairs give the crew more to juggle as you learn the job. Earn stars, open the next contract, and return to earlier shifts to improve your score. Friendly Pharmacy is a career in making questionable decision… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Friendly Pharmacy.

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  25. An old-school RPG where you run the whole guild solo or with friends. Gather, craft, farm, fight, loot and explore with a growing crew. Switch heroes while the others keep working, turn shared supplies into better gear, and prepare your adventurers to face a deadly fire-breathing dragon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guild Master.

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  26. Offroad Frontiers is an off-road driving experience that combines realistic vehicle physics with vast, immersive environments designed for exploration, challenge, and freedom. Drive your favorite 4x4 vehicle and push it to the limit across different terrains. From dense Colorado mountain forests and deep mud trails to Nevada scorching deserts, Alaskan ice roads and Utah spectacular Canyons. Ev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Offroad Frontiers.

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  27. History remembers only the bones. Long before recorded history, humans lived beneath giants. Dinosaurs ruled the land, while scattered tribes fought simply to survive. Now those tribes are disappearing. Their settlements have fallen, their stories have been lost, and every trace of humanity is slowly being erased. You are one of the last survivors. Begin with nothing. Shape stone into tools, m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evolve - First Age.

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  28. ENTER THE FRONTLINE Frontline 2042 is a fast-paced online first-person shooter set across modern battlefields. Choose your soldier, prepare your loadout, and enter intense PvP matches where sharp aim, quick reactions, and coordinated teamwork determine the outcome. Fight alongside your squad or prove yourself against players from around the world. Every match is a new opportunity to improve your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontline 2042: Modern War Shooter.

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  29. The Economic West is a western survival open-world game set in the 1890s. Build businesses, trade, and craft in a dynamic world where every decision impacts your survival and the economy. Play solo or multiplayer, manage resources and rise to prominence—or be left behind in the harsh frontier. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Economic West.

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  30. Dig deep, build big, and let science do the smashing! TerraMachina is a 2D mining and factory sandbox. Turn mountains of ore into powerful drills, weapons, and automated factories across diverse biomes. Play solo or in co-op for up to 4 players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terra Machina.

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  32. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    74% User Score Based on 117 reviews

    Experience the first few hours of “Bakery Cafe Simulator” solo or with up to 4 players online. In this prologue you'll find 10 recipes to cook for your customers, including various coffee recipes and a few pastries such as cookies and cakes. Thirty or so customization elements for your store will also be available, allowing you to let your imagination run wild as you personalize your store. Ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bakery Cafe Simulator: Prologue.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    66% User Score Based on 1,593 reviews

    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! Features Cargo: Take charge as a cargo transporter, loading and unloading goods and navigating across d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ships At Sea.

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  35. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    59% User Score Based on 87 reviews

    Excavator Simulator VR is a short showcase of what it feels like to operate a giant 90 tonne excavator in either ISO or SAE control patterns. This includes real-time digging, boom/bucket movement, and tank-like movement. Explore levels to climb up hills or dig a mega hole to the ocean. There are no limits even if you prefer not to complete the levels. Ever wondered what the difference between h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Excavator Simulator VR.

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  36. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 2,616 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    19 realistic construction vehicles, including original machines and trucks manufactured by Liebherr, MAN, and STILL, as well as various trailers for the true-to-life MAN tractor truck are all included together in one package for the first time in the Gold Edition. The already extensive motor pool of the core game has been significantly expanded with the Liebherr LB 28 drilling rig, complete with n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Construction Simulator 2015.

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  37. Turn a wild island into a thriving, self-running production network. Gather resources, build farms and machines, automate with drones and conveyor belts, process goods, manage interconnected production, earn profits from trading, and ship your products across the sea in this cozy automation game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Islandry.

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  38. The next signal could change everything.The Nugget is a first-person gold-prospecting simulation set in the Australian outback. Pack your tools, plan your supplies and explore promising ground. Your finds fund better equipment and your next expedition. Learn the signalSweep the ground with different detectors and settings. Narrow down a signal, dig with your tools and recover the target. Not … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nugget.

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  39. Explore and mine in procedural caves. Master using struts to delve deeper and support the ceiling before it falls. Build automation chains to process ores. Then manipulate lava and trigger Dormancy to crystallise new ore where lava once flowed. Same world. New cave. New dangers. The world remembers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mithril.

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  40. A cooperative driving challenge for 1–4 players. Transport unstable cargo across dangerous roads, meet your delivery quota, and try not to destroy each other before reaching the destination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Short Fuse!.

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  41. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    86% User Score Based on 183 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game Rest Area Simulator can be enjoyed solo or with up to 4 friends. Share tasks, manage different businesses, and tackle crises together. Good coordination will take your operations to the next level! Operate your facility in various weather conditions such as clear skies, fog, and storms. ️ Your facility opens in the morning, visitors arrive throughout the day, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rest Area Simulator.

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  43. Transform a neglected island into the ultimate holiday escape in this cozy island resort tycoon. Clean, repair and build the island getaway of your dreams, then pack it with everything guests could want, from peaceful campsites to jet skis and ferris wheels. Your island. Their paradise. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Camp Paradise: Island Resort Tycoon.

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  44. A shopping mall to bring back to life… and friends to compete against! Take charge of an abandoned shopping mall and breathe new life into its aisles. In Grand Reopening: Shopping Center Simulator, you manage your stores from a first-person perspective: from unpacking the very first box to filling your stores with customers, your success is built on the ground. Grow your business solo, share… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Reopening : Shopping Center Simulator.

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  45. Car For Sale Together is a co-op car trading simulation where you and your friends build a dealership from scratch. Explore the town, find cars, negotiate deals, complete side activities, uncover mysteries, and grow your shared business together. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Car For Sale Together.

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  46. Digging Up is a relaxing yet rewarding digging adventure where every shovel strike uncovers new mysteries hidden beneath the surface. Start with basic tools, dig deeper into the earth, discover valuable resources, ancient artifacts, forgotten treasures, and strange underground locations waiting to be explored. Upgrade your equipment, unlock powerful drills, improve your backpack capacity, and dis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Digging Up.

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  47. A CUT ABOVE: MOW & GROWA Cut Above: Mow & Grow is a lawn-care business simulator built around actually mowing the grass yourself. Take on contracts, choose the right mower for the job, work around ponds and obstacles, manage fuel and equipment, and use the money you earn to grow your business. The mowing is the main part of the game. Everything around it is there to give you another reas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Cut Above: Mow & Grow.

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  48. You are the dispatcher and the engineerIron Trails gives you a port, a connecting railroad and a valley full of customers. Everything between them is yours to build, signal and run, from the first spur to a busy main line with its own classification yard. Build the railway Surveyed track that follows the ground, held to a 3% ruling grade, with measured curves and terrain tools to cut and fill. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Trails.

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  49. Step into Desolate Frontiers, a realistic, solarpunk-inspired MMO set a half-century after a climate catastrophe caused the United States to collapse. Manage convoys of land vehicles that link isolated settlements, navigating a world full of both human and environmental hostilities, as your convoys drive around in real time. Help people survive through strategic trade and resource management, endu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desolate Frontiers.

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  50. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    85% User Score Based on 365 reviews

    The disc golf game built for people who actually play disc golf. Throw real licensed discs, pick your angles, play online, and chase the leaderboards. Made by disc golfers. Updated constantly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disc Golf Masters.

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