The most interesting simulation games released in 2003
All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.
Pro Bass Fishing 2003
Simulation
January 21, 2003
Fishing simulator, thanks to which the player is able to test their skills in hunting for "big fish". We fish for 25 types of fish on one of the ten lakes which are virtual equivalents of famous real locations such as Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.
Freelancer
Simulation
March 4, 2003
Continuation of adventures in the universe known from Stanlancer, where this time the player plays the role of a civilian crossing the space in search of fame and money. Unlike its predecessor, Freelancer offers an open structure of the world and a free choice of ways of earning money.
IL-2 Sturmovik: The Forgotten Battles
Simulation
March 4, 2003
The first official addition to one of the best flight simulators of recent years. The extension does not require a basic version of IL-2 Sturmovik. The authors introduced 27 new aircraft and two campaigns. We can also fly over previously inaccessible areas in the form of a part of Finland and around Lake Balaton in Hungary.
Battle of Britain
Simulation
April 15, 2003
Battle of Britain is one of the many additions to Combat Flight Simulator 3. The product was developed in JustFlight laboratories and its action takes us into one of the most turbulent periods of the last century - until 1940, functioning in history as the beginning of the Second World War.
EVE Online
Simulation
May 6, 2003
Set in science fiction realities, an MMO simulator developed by Crowd Control Productions from Iceland. The action of EVE Online takes place in a universe called New Eden, which consists of over 5,000 star systems. On the beginning of the adventure you create your own hero by choosing his/her e.g. face, past, and origin. At first you get just a small spaceship and some credits. Your mission is to explore remote places of the universe in order to complete various story missions given by NPCs. These independent characters represent a broad spectrum of factions in which you gradually build up your position. With progress, you successively develop your avatar by acquiring new skills. The game also features ship customization. You can also upgrade vessels with new modules that influence performance, weaponry, and armor. There is no idleness in space, as creators constantly add new missions and challenges.
Homeplanet
Simulation
May 11, 2003
Futuristic space simulator. The player as a pilot belonging to the Troiden clan must discover new, unknown areas of space and find a new home for him. More than 20 missions await us in the game, among which we will find both small and dynamic battles, as well as great battles. Interestingly, battles take place both in space and over the planets' surfaces.
The Sims: Superstar
Simulation
May 12, 2003
The sixth expansion to the popular game The Sims. The base game is a humoristic life simulator in which the player takes care of virtual characters and organizes their time. The Sims: Superstar expansion enables the Sims to start a movie, model or pop star career. The mysteries of the show business are revealed to them by the assistant who sets specific objectives to achieve. A new district appears in The Sims: Superstar. In that district the player can encounter virtual versions of famous stars like Avril Lavigne, Andy Warhol, Christina Aguilera, Jon Bon Jovi and Marilyn Monroe. The progress in career is achieved by participating in activities like karaoke, studio song recordings, recording movie scenes and presenting clothes on fashion shows. The expansion introduces a fame meter that determines how recognizable the Sims are. The Sims: Superstar also offers wide variety of luxury items and accessories, as well as new ways to spend free time.
Second Life
Simulation
June 20, 2003, Early Access
Second Life is a MMORPG, which is a simulation of the society. Linden Research is responsible for its creation. The player creates his own avatar from scratch and moves in a vast, modeled on the real, virtual world. The essence of the game is to interact with thousands of other participants in the game.
Operation: Air Assault
Simulation
July 8, 2003
A combat helicopter simulator from InterActive Vision, an experienced developer of helicopter simulation games. Operation: Air Assault lets us take control of a heavily armed machine based on the American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter. As a member of the peacekeeping forces, we take part in the fight against terrorism: we blow up key elements of the enemy's infrastructure, provide air support to allies and escort humanitarian aid convoys for the civilian population.
Operation Barbarosa
Simulation
August 1, 2003
Operation Barbarossa is a proposal of Just Flight programmers and designers extending the IL-2 Sturmovik game with additional missions and campaign. Thanks to it, all fans of this excellent simulator have the opportunity to take part in one of the biggest operations of World War II - the title operation of Barbaros.
Republic: The Revolution
Simulation
August 26, 2003
Republic: Revolution is an elaborate economic strategy that allows you to play the role of a politician who wants to bring the poor post-Soviet republic of Novistran to flourish. The player's tasks include meeting the needs of the virtual inhabitants of the state, planning investments and repelling the attacks of enviable competition. Developers from the Elixir studio, under the direction of Demis Hassabis, took care of a three-dimensional graphic engine and complex scripts of artificial intelligence.
Wings of Honour
Simulation
September 6, 2003
Wings of Honour is an air simulator set in the realities of World War I, produced by City Interactive's development studio. Players have the opportunity to test their piloting skills of two- and three-plane airplanes in twenty extensive missions. Depending on individual preferences, the flight physics model may be more or less realistic.
Rebel Trucker
Simulation
September 10, 2003
Rebel Trucker is a truck driving simulator produced by studio 3 Romans. The player plays the role of a driver who travels between American cities transporting a variety of goods. The creators have prepared more than 160 km of realistic roads and motorways, as well as five models of tractors that can be driven.
The Sims: Double Deluxe
Simulation
September 23, 2003
A special set for fans of The Sims series, popular all over the world, whose task is to provide players just starting the game with a successful start in the virtual reality of the program. The Sims Double Deluxe consists of the original game The Sims and its first two additions, i.e. World Life and Balanga.
Deer Hunter 2004
Simulation
October 14, 2003
The next edition of the game, part of the famous series of deer hunting games - Deer Hunter. We are hunters hunting in different places at different times, be it day, night, dusk or dawn. We move through forests, meadows, wetlands and even mountains in several different authentic locations, such as Kentucky, Alberta and New Hampshire.
Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004
Simulation
October 21, 2003
Trainz Railroad Simulator 2004 is an extensive railway simulation, created by Auran, a development studio specializing in this type of productions. The player has the opportunity not only to drive more than 50 models of trains (from steam locomotives to electric locomotives), but also to design entire rail networks with their infrastructure and surroundings. The creators took care of the high realism of the simulation, which uses an advanced physical engine and is recommended by railway engineers.
The Sims Makin' Magic
Simulation
October 29, 2003
The seventh and final expansion to the first installment of the popular series of humoristic life simulators. The Sims: Makin’ Magic introduces magic and magic-related locations and accessories to the game. After installing the expansion, the Sims will learn how to cast spells that can impact other Sims’ feelings towards them. The spells also enable a Sim to have his revenge on a neighbor or to make daily work easier. A new location, Magic Town, was introduced in The Sims: Makin’ Magic. The inhabitants of that area train their skills in using the arcane powers, they participate in duels with other wizards and spend their free time on shopping and participating in various activities. The new currency enables the player to buy magic ingredients from which spells are crafted. The expansion offers more than 150 items and equipment, new characters, special quests, new kitchen decoration theme and other attractions.
Secret Weapons Over Normandy
Simulation
November 18, 2003
Secret Weapons Over Normandy is an impressive aerial simulation produced by Lawrence Holland and Totally Games' development team. The action of the game was set in the 30s and 40s of the last century, and the player has the opportunity to take part in a series of dangerous military operations, sitting at the helm of the legendary combat aircraft from that period.
World Championship Snooker 2003
Simulation
November 28, 2003
World Championship Snooker 2003 is an advanced snooker simulation prepared by Blade Interactive studio. Players have the opportunity to embody the best players in this sport and compete for the title of World Champion of the 2003 season. The game has an official license of the World Snooker Federation and is characterized by a very realistic model of the physics of strokes and ball movement.
X2 The Threat
Simulation
December 1, 2003
X2 The Threat is a continuation of the hit space simulator X Beyond the Frontier, created by German company Egosoft. The action of the game is again set in the X universe, and players have the opportunity to travel faraway galaxies on board futuristic spaceships. The creators took care of the captivating storyline, introducing at the same time more complex options related to fighting, trade and space exploration.
The Sims: Bustin' Out
Simulation
December 2, 2003
The Sims: Bustin' Out is a game combining elements of adventure and life simulator. The production is the responsibility of the Maxis development studio team. Players direct the actions of a teenager (boy or girl) who found himself on his uncle's farm to learn many useful skills in life.
