Games like Aquarium Designer

85% positive from 1,198 reviewsReleased 202114% finish itSteam Deck Playable

What it is

Simulation game where players design and manage aquariums for clients. Core loop involves fulfilling briefs, decorating tanks, and caring for fish.

What players liked

Players praise the game as a casual, short experience for creating fun aquarium designs, despite limited tools.

The catch

The fish and decoration selection is thin, so tanks start repeating after a few builds.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 85% positive, but with 1,198 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Aquarium Designer

Iron Lung

92% positive from 10,927 reviews202243% finish itDeck Playable

You pilot a one-man submarine through an ocean of blood with the porthole sealed, navigating by an incomplete map, proximity sensors and sound. The job is photographing marked sites with a grainy external camera.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive atmosphere, tension, and claustrophobia, comparing it to "Subnautica" and other slow-burn horror experiences.

The catchVery short with minimal gameplay, little happens

Both are tagged Submarine, Underwater and Indie.

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Feeding Frenzy 2 Deluxe

97% positive from 1,224 reviews2006Deck Unsupported

Arcade action game. Eat smaller fish to grow, avoid larger predators. Fast-paced underwater survival.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a timeless, satisfying arcade classic, akin to an Xbox 360 classic.

The catchThe camera sits too close, so unseen bigger fish swallow you at the screen edge.

Both are tagged Underwater, Family Friendly and Casual.

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Scoot

90% positive from 1,453 reviews2020Deck Playable

Scoot is a simcade scooter riding game featuring realistic physics and diverse environments. Players can perform tricks, explore street spots, and build custom parks.

The catchConstant bugs and glitches, from falling through the floor to random wipeouts.

Both are tagged Realistic, Family Friendly and Relaxing.

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Loddlenaut

98% positive from 2,907 reviews202312% finish itDeck Verified

Ocean cleanup adventure game. Explore, collect trash with a bubble gun, and raise creatures.

What players likedPlayers praise Loddlenaut as a cute, cozy, and relaxing cleaning sim, often compared to Powerwash Simulator or a simpler Subnautica.

The catchVery short and shallow for the price, with only a few hours of content.

Both are tagged Underwater, Relaxing and Casual.

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Cold Waters

87% positive from 4,715 reviews2017Deck Playable

This is a real-time naval combat simulation game. Players command a nuclear submarine in a dynamic campaign, using realistic sonar and weaponry to engage enemy forces.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, enjoyable submarine simulation with pleasing visuals, despite a steep learning curve.

The catchEnemy AI always knows your position and fires torpedoes seconds into a mission.

Both are tagged Submarine and Indie.

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IronWolf VR

94% positive from 1,182 reviews2022Deck Playable

Roomscale VR submarine simulator with co-op multiplayer. Players man stations to attack ships and planes, feeling immersed through physical controls and detailed feedback.

The catchEnemy destroyers track the sub perfectly at any depth, making escape nearly impossible.

Both are tagged Submarine and Indie.

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