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Games like Paycheck to Paycheck

Games like Paycheck to Paycheck

Looking for games like Paycheck to Paycheck? Here are top casual simulation recommendations with a drama and comedy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Denizen, The Coin Game or Bus Simulator : Ultimate.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    81% User Score Based on 524 reviews

    Welcome to Cedar Shores Enter the bustling city of Cedar Shores and build your future! Apply for a job at a local business, open your own shop, and uncover new opportunities around every corner. Make Yourself at Home Choose from a variety of residences to make your own, from suburban houses to city apartments, and personalize every detail with your selection of furniture and finishes. Cli… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Denizen.

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  2. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 4,239 reviews

    A virtual ticket redemption arcade with realistic physics, silly prizes and a bunch of goofy robots. The Coin Game is made by a solo developer. Be sure to add us to your wishlist for new announcements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Coin Game.

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  4. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    75% User Score Based on 301 reviews

    TRADE In Used Cars Simulator you’re running your own car business. Look for cheap cars to buy, repair, flip them, make them look awesome, and sell them at a higher price. Order any missing car parts from the online car repair shop, create ads, and seek out customers who are looking for used cars for sale. You can also try some not-so-legal stuff to make extra cash. FIX & CUSTOMIZE Hammer out de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Used Cars Simulator.

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  6. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 3,760 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameTurn 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… Ev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Car Dealer Simulator.

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  7. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to manage a bustling store? In Town Market Simulator 2025, you take on the role of a market manager at a busy gas station, experiencing the joys and challenges of running your very own store. From stocking shelves and setting prices to handling customers and maintaining the shop’s cleanliness, this game offers a realistic and immersive management experience th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Town Market Simulator 2025.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    94% User Score Based on 6,129 reviews

    This is the ultimate sequel to the acclaimed My Summer Car.  My Winter Car is a first person survival game about owning, assembling and maintaining an old project car. You buy and sell all sorts of random parts for to build the car while trying to maintain your money situation. In the long run you might want to build it a regular every day car, or a race car for either Rallying or Circuit racing.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Winter Car.

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  9. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameEnter Pawnbroker Simulator, where every deal, appraisal, and choice forges your path to pawn shop greatness. Sharpen your instincts, unlock new talents, craft a storefront that turns heads, offer high-stakes loans, and stay one step ahead of cunning thieves. Dive into the core of the game: examine glittering treasures up close, negotiate deals, accept pawned goods, close… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pawnbroker Simulator.

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  10. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 2,117 reviews

    Crime Simulator is not a stealth-focused simulation like Thief Simulator. Instead, it's a fast-paced, roguelite grind character game, designed around risk, reward, and replayability. You’re out of jail, but the debt isn’t gone. Sneak, steal, and break into houses solo or in 4-player co-op. Use lockpicks, sleeping gas, and brute force to complete jobs, outsmart security, and make enough money befo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crime Simulator.

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  13. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    81% User Score Based on 275 reviews

    After her mother's unexpected death, Megan receives a call about a mysterious inheritance awaiting her in the town of Pineville. With her work friend, Lenny, she embarks on a journey that should be simple, but quickly turns into a web of danger and deception. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tales Beyond the Tomb: Pineville Night Stalker.

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  14. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 843 reviews

    Storage Hustle is a game where you take risks and buy storages that are forgotten and contains many hidden treasures. Get in your truck, bring your luck and reveal the items in the storages you bought. But getting lucky won't be enough, you have to master your haggle ability to sell your foundings for great profit. So, what do you say? Are you ready to become the best dealer? Hunt for the be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storage Hustle.

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  15. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 152,092 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 6 reviews

    American Truck Simulator puts you in the seat of a driver for hire entering the local freight market, making you work your way up to become an owner-operator, and go on to create one of the largest transportation companies in the United States. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to American Truck Simulator.

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  16. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 448 reviews

    Hustle your way to the top as a train conductor in a city full of drug trade, cheap thrills, and luxury real estate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metro Sim Hustle.

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  17. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Bouncer Story, a retro-inspired film-noir featuring a protagonist working as a bouncer to pay off a gambling debt to the underground mafia controlling the city. As a bouncer you are seeing, hearing and experiencing all kinds of events in the your daily work controlling the entrance to a bar. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bouncer Story.

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  19. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 1,539 reviews

    Change is an emotional homeless survival experience set in a randomly generated city with rogue-like elements. Explore, survive, earn perks, find items and more to develop your character and escape to a new life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHANGE: A Homeless Survival Experience.

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  20. Unemployment Simulator is a first-person life simulation game that immerses you in the challenging world of navigating life without a steady income. Set in a modern-day environment, this game puts you in the shoes of someone newly unemployed, where every decision you make could determine your survival. From managing your basic needs like food, hygiene, and sleep to engaging with the digital world … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unemployment Simulator.

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  21. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 143 reviews

    Take a night shift job in a place that runs on habit, not purpose. Restock shelves, take deliveries, clean the mess, and try to make it till morning. Not everything feels right and you’re never quite alone. Something waits in the dark. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corner Shop: NightShift.

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

    Build your car from scratch... and hope it actually starts. Race against different types of cars Work to earn money. From a rusty junker to a forged, turbocharged engine packed with body kits. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Sleeper.

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  23. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 5,909 reviews

    Relive the golden ages of video rentals by opening your very own video store. Rent, sell, organize and build your business from the ground up. Hire staff, manage your team and become the best rental destination in town!      From taking reservations and charging late fees to recommending movies and preparing delicious snacks, there’s never a dull moment when running your store!     … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Rewind - Video Store Simulator.

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  24. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Turn scrap into fortune and build your junk empire! Left with nothing but debt, you take over your grandfather’s old scrapyard. The place is falling apart, but it’s your only chance to start fresh. With rusty machines and a pile of junk, you must collect scrap, dismantle old items, and create valuable materials to sell at the second-hand shop. Survival won’t be easy—you must manage hunger and th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Dealer Simulator.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    73% User Score Based on 666 reviews

    KEEP GAMBLING is a hostile friendslop gamble-em-up where you and your friends gamble hard, overdose often, and sabotage each other to be the first outta debt. FEATURES: MULTIPLAYER CHAOS - Compete or cooperate with up to 4 friends to get rich quick. LOTTO TICKET SIMULATION - Hyper-realistic lotto tickets with holographic effects, grime, and foil dust that make every scratch feel filth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KEEP GAMBLING.

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  27. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,370 reviews

    Inspect and process parcels and packages in this parcel inspection simulator! Receive and sort deliveries, examine labels for mistakes, and automate to maximise warehouse efficiency. Upgrade and expand your warehouse to build your parcel empire! Examine parcel labels for weight, destination, cargo type and more. Key-in or scan barcodes, and dissect parcels for contraband. Approve or deny… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Parcel Simulator.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    54% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Driving Life is a hardcore driving survival game set in rural America. Earn money by driving manual cars, vans, and trucks, transport tourists, pay rent, buy fuel, and survive on a tight budget. Every dollar counts - spend wisely or go broke! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Driving Life.

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  30. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 5,466 reviews

    Easy Delivery Co. is a relaxing driving game with strange secrets. Chill out, make deliveries and get to know the mysterious residents of this scenic mountain town, all while earning well below minimum wage. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Easy Delivery Co..

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  31. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    80% User Score Based on 479 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameCar Dealer Simulator Early Days is a free prologue to the full Car Dealer Simulator game.Little Sam, the quirky owner of the business, will introduce you to its secrets. He’s not great at keeping things in order, so your task is to buy low, fix up, and sell high. In the full game, if you handle the initial tasks well, you’ll have the chance to take over the business, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Car Dealer Simulator: Prologue - Early Days.

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  32. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    67% User Score Based on 1,960 reviews

    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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alaskan Road Truckers.

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  33. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    59% User Score Based on 86 reviews

    Wishlist The Full Version About the GameNote: This is a free prologue version. In this unique simulation game, grow your business by starting with the auto trade and make a profit by selling it. But your business isn't just limited to the car trade; At the same time, you can buy and manage car washes, parking lots, and many other businesses. Auto Sale Life. This game is not only about tradin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Auto Sale Life: Fresh Start.

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  34. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    91% User Score Based on 236 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game You’ve inherited the family cleaning business, and now it’s your turn. Clean homes, workplaces, and even unusual places like space stations, preparing them for use. Scrub dirt, wash away stains and restore order with sponges, vacuums, steam cleaners and the pressure washer. Complete jobs to earn money and unlock new tools that strengthen your cleaning arsenal. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emergency Cleanup Co..

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  36. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 18,284 reviews

    G’Day! Get ready to start a new fair Dinkum life and build your new home out in the bush. Explore tropical eucalyptus forests, scorching deserts and cool billabongs on an Island inspired by the wild Australian outback. Take care of giant wombats, play with friends and get ready for a ripper time! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dinkum.

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  37. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 10,510 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

    "Recettear is an item-shop-focused role-playing game. That means that the core gameplay revolves around running your item store. You will find or purchase items, sell them to townsfolk, and manage your store with an eye toward repaying a debt each week. The game is beaten when the debt is completely repaid." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 2,192 reviews

    My Garage is a car simulation game with main focus being simulating real car repair, maintenance, and physics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Garage.

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  39. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    57% User Score Based on 75 reviews

    Dating Simulator is a simulation game where you meet and interact with different people. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dating Simulator.

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  40. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    77% User Score Based on 14,084 reviews

    Create your own videos from your parents’ house and start getting your first subscribers, views, and likes. Meet well-known YouTubers, go to the wildest parties, share your life through social media, and deal with your haters. Monetize your content, sign with exclusive networks, and customize your place with the coolest stuff. Grow until you can afford a mansion in outer space! Record gameplays,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Youtubers Life.

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  41. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    80% User Score Based on 2,258 reviews

    Ostranauts is a detailed simulation of owning and living aboard a spaceship, in a solar system where honest living is a slow death sentence. Set in the NEO Scavenger universe, where Earth has suffered cataclysmic collapse, the rest of the System lives on in a state of capitalistic dystopia. Players will create their captain, build or customize their starting ship from the spoils of their career h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ostranauts.

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  42. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 350 reviews

    Nobody – The Turnaround is a realistic survival simulator set in a parallel world that echoes modern society. Manage your time and resources carefully, strive to find a way through difficult times, and overcome the predicament you find yourself in. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nobody: The Turnaround.

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  43. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 1,301 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 5 reviews

    Monster management! Sim action gameplay. Unholy Heights is a combination of Tower Defense strategy and Apartment Management Simulation. Sucker monsters into moving into your building, charge them rent and keep them happy by buying them furniture. Heroes will attempt to attack your apartments so when they do, call on your monsters to take them out! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unholy Heights.

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  44. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 2,364 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 15 reviews

    Out of money and out of luck you find yourself heart broken and on the verge of collapse. Your landlord's taken the key back, you can't finish your manuscript, and your beloved is marrying someone else. With no choice but to handle whatever life throws at you, you set out on the open road on a mission to win back the love of your life. The story from there is up to you. Can your life be salvaged, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Always Sometimes Monsters.

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  45. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 7,690 reviews

    Big Ambitions is a revolutionary role-playing business sim. Go from nothing to the biggest entrepreneur in New York by opening small businesses or slowly building huge corporations any way you like. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Big Ambitions.

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  46. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 378 reviews

    Seiji Maruyama is a middle-aged yakuza recently released from prison. Known as "Gozuki" (one of the demon generals from Buddhist mythology) he is the power that his oyabun counts on. But there is one thing his aniki is not taking into account: Maruyama is getting old. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fading Afternoon.

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  47. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    89% User Score Based on 570 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 1 reviews

    Become a pilot! Immerse yourself in WW1 aerial combat like never before in a captivating VR experience. No matter whether you prefer arcade games or flight simulators - a variety of options will let you adjust the game to your preferences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warplanes: WW1 Fighters.

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  50. Love and Lie - Addictive as a woman, complicated as relationships.The most realistic digital dating experience ever made.Welcome to Love and Lie, where every message, glance, and silence can change everything. This isn’t just a dating simulator — it’s a living, breathing world of love, deception, and chaos, powered by AI personalities that actually think, feel, and react like real people. If The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love and Lie.

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