Games like Game Dev Story

90% positive from 1,441 reviewsReleased 202229% finish itSteam Deck Verified$8.99

What it is

Simulation game where you manage a game studio, develop games, and train staff. Focuses on creating hit games and building a successful company.

What players liked

Players praise its addictive management gameplay and unique charm, comparing it to other Kairosoft titles like Dreamhouse Days.

The catch

It is an unchanged phone port, with smartphone menus and no PC interface work.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 90% positive, but with 1,441 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Mad Games Tycoon 2

94% positive from 7,685 reviews20235% finish itDeck Playable

A business simulation game where you build a game studio, research tech, and develop games. Compete or cooperate with friends in a deep management loop.

What players likedPlayers say it's like an upgraded Game Dev Tycoon or Two Point Hospital Lite, praised for its depth and multiplayer.

Both are tagged Game Development, City Builder and Management.

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Stronghold Legends: Steam Edition

88% positive from 2,691 reviews201618% finish itDeck Unsupported

Castle building RTS with fantasy heroes and mythical beasts. Build, siege, and battle online or against AI in legendary campaigns.

What players likedPlayers praise its nostalgic RTS gameplay, reminiscent of "Battle for Middle-Earth."

The catchThe fantasy units are wildly unbalanced, with bats and giants wrecking any defence.

Both are tagged Real Time Tactics, City Builder and Management.

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City Game Studio: Your Game Dev Adventure Begins

92% positive from 1,834 reviews2021Deck Verified

Deep management simulation game. Manage studios, create games, and grow your company.

What players likedPlayers praise the dedicated developer and constant updates, finding it a perfect blend of Game Dev Tycoon's simplicity and Software Inc's freedom.

The catchThe mechanics lack depth, leaving a repetitive, too easy Game Dev Tycoon clone.

Both are tagged Game Development, Management and Building.

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Dungeons 4

88% positive from 3,245 reviews202327% finish itDeck Verified

Dungeons 4 is a real-time strategy game where players build and manage a dungeon. The core loop involves expanding territory, recruiting monsters, and defending against heroes. It offers a dark fantasy feel.

What players likedPlayers praise Dungeons 4 as a fun, easy-to-pick-up base builder that expands on the spirit of Dungeon Keeper.

The catchNearly every change from the previous game makes it worse and more micro heavy.

Both are tagged Real Time Tactics and City Builder.

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Cardboard Town

80% positive from 2,262 reviews202313% finish itDeck Playable

Cardboard Town is a city-building card game focused on resource management and navigating random events. Players draw cards to build, upgrade, and react to challenges in a charming, hand-drawn world.

What players likedPlayers praise this challenging and strategic roguelike town builder for its satisfying depth, excellent visuals, and easy-to-understand mechanics.

The catchCard draws decide runs, leaving you stuck with unplayable cards and no roads.

Both are tagged City Builder, Building and Casual.

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Go-Go Town!

95% positive from 2,174 reviews202425% finish itDeck Verified

A town-building simulation game where players manage resources and optimize systems to grow their town. Players can also customize their mayor's appearance.

What players likedPlayers praise "Go-Go Town!" as a cozy, cute, and relaxing town management game with exploration, akin to Animal Crossing, Two Point, and Cult of the Lamb.

The catchAutomation arrives hours in, so early play is manual hauling of resources and garbage.

Both are tagged City Builder, Management and Building.

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