Games like Pumping Simulator 2

92% positive from 1,674 reviewsReleased 2023Steam Deck Playable$11.99

What it is

This is a business simulation game where you manage and upgrade a gas station. The core loop involves serving customers, diversifying services, and strategic expansion.

What players liked

Players praise this gas station simulator for its quick progression and real-life sim aspects, like family and gambling.

The catch

Game breaking bugs and crashes block progress and force restarts from scratch.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 92% positive, but with 1,674 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Pumping Simulator 2

Timeflow – Life Sim

93% positive from 1,622 reviews201923% finish itDeck Playable

Life simulation game where players manage a character's finances and life goals. It teaches financial literacy and career planning through decision-making.

The catchRandom forced expenses scale with your wealth and can wipe out careful play.

Both are tagged Time Management, Economy and Life Sim.

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Recycling Center Simulator

86% positive from 2,879 reviews202423% finish itDeck Playable

This is a business simulation game where players manage a recycling center. The core loop involves acquiring waste, sorting it, and processing it into new products to expand the business.

What players likedPlayers praise this addictive, chill simulator for its satisfying progression, automation, and engaging mini-games.

The catchManual repetitive sorting, not the automation game expected

Both are tagged Time Management, Life Sim and Simulation.

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CHANGE: A Homeless Survival Experience

91% positive from 2,813 reviews202010% finish itDeck Playable

This is a rogue-like survival simulation game focused on character development and resource management. It offers an emotional, serious experience exploring themes of homelessness and resilience.

What players likedPlayers praise the realistic survival mechanics and rewarding progression, similar to other games where small achievements feel meaningful.

The catchBugs and crashes routinely wreck runs hours in, wiping progress and saves.

Both are tagged Time Management, Life Sim and Simulation.

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Motel Manager Simulator

85% positive from 1,513 reviews2024Deck Playable

A business simulation game where you manage a motel, shop, and gas station. The core loop involves building, decorating, stocking, and managing staff to maximize profit.

What players likedPlayers praise its addictive, relaxing business simulation with decorating options, running well on most devices.

The catchThe dev abandoned it, leaving progress blocking bugs that will never be fixed.

Both are tagged Economy, Life Sim and Simulation.

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STONKS-9800: Stock Market Simulator

97% positive from 1,389 reviews2023Deck Verified

Text-based stock market simulator with retro 80s Japanese vibes. Players buy/sell stocks, manage company, and balance work with health.

What players likedPlayers praise this retro Japanese stock market simulator for its addicting, fun, and laid-back "line go up" gameplay with minigames.

The catchStock prices swing on random events, so trading rewards luck rather than analysis.

Both are tagged Economy, Life Sim and Simulation.

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Wanderstop

93% positive from 3,069 reviews202530% finish itDeck Verified

A narrative cozy game where you manage a tea shop, brew tea for travelers, and explore themes of change and acceptance.

What players likedPlayers praise this cozy tea shop simulator for its beautiful story about burnout, letting go, and healing, reminiscent of a visual novel.

The catchEvery season reset wipes the decorations and items you gathered, killing motivation.

Both are tagged Life Sim, 3D and Simulation.

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