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The most interesting simulation games released in 2012

All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.

Oil Platform Simulator 2011
Oil Platform Simulator 2011

Simulation 05 January 2012

Drilling Platform Simulator is a simulation game with elements of economic strategy, produced by Chinese Linksolutions Games studio. The player has the opportunity to prove himself as the head of a company dealing with oil extraction, and his task is, among other things, to build drilling platforms and ensure their efficient functioning.

PC

TrainStation
TrainStation

Simulation 11 January 2012

A social game aimed at railway enthusiasts. We manage the station by setting up a train set, letting them go on the route and trying to earn as much money as possible on transport. Gradually we move from nineteenth-century steam locomotives to modern electric locomotives which significantly speed up the exchange of goods.

WWW

Evochron Mercenary
Evochron Mercenary

Simulation 17 January 2012

Extended space simulator emphasizing the freedom of gameplay. We sit at the helm of a futuristic ship and shape our own career by doing mercenary missions, trading in goods, expanding a space station, extracting raw materials or exploring the vast expanses of the Sapphire planetary system.

PC

Baumaschinen Simulator 2012
Baumaschinen Simulator 2012

Simulation 24 January 2012

Construction Machinery Simulator 2012 is a simulation game produced by the German Visual Imagination Software studio. The player can try their hand in the cabin of the operator of various vehicles and construction equipment, including excavators, bulldozer, concrete mixer and crane. The creators have prepared more than 50 building challenges that can be faced while playing.

PC

The Sims 3: Master Suite Stuff
The Sims 3: Master Suite Stuff

Simulation 27 January 2012

The Sims 3: Master Suite Stuff is an extension to the third part of the best-selling life simulator. Master Suite Stuff offers sim fans new luxury items, clothes and hairstyles. The game requires the basic version of The Sims 3 to work.

PC

Depth Hunter
Depth Hunter

Simulation 01 February 2012

Realistic diving simulator, developed by the Russian Biart Company studio, which specializes in similar productions (Diver, Check Dive).

PCPS3

Woodcutter Simulator 2012
Woodcutter Simulator 2012

Simulation 04 February 2012

Sawmill Simulator 2012 is the third installment of a series of simulation games developed by the German development studio UIG Entertainment, in which players can play the role of a lumberjack. The creators have prepared a number of missions related to, among others, cutting, log transport and operation of woodworking and cutting machines.

PC

The Sims 3: Lunar Lakes
The Sims 3: Lunar Lakes

Simulation 17 February 2012

Another package with new content for The Sims 3. This time the developers sent Sims to an alien planet. In the newly formed colony we can visit many mysterious places and start a new career as a scientist. A special addition is a mysterious plant, the so-called "prosperity tree", which provides various bonuses for Sims.

PC

The Whitakers Presents Milton & Friends 3D
The Whitakers Presents Milton & Friends 3D

Simulation 17 February 2012

Another title that allows you to breed the animal on your mobile console. This time the player has at his disposal several types of horses which require careful care from the users of the Nintendo portable razor.

3DS

Microsoft Flight
Microsoft Flight

Simulation 29 February 2012

Restart of the oldest series of flight simulations. The game focuses on civil flights, so we are mainly involved in transporting passengers and goods, as well as performing various missions, including rescue missions. The authors focused on realism, both in terms of control and flight physics. However, for beginner pilots there are a number of optional simplifications.

PC

The Sims 3: Showtime
The Sims 3: Showtime

Simulation 06 March 2012

The Sims 3: Become a star is the official extension to the popular life simulation of The Sims 3. The add-on was created by EA The Sims Studio's development team responsible for brand development. Players have the opportunity to lead the stage career of title Sims, who can try their hand as a musician, acrobat, magician or DJ. Plugin introduces a number of new social features, including the ability to export and import heroes.

PC

Wing Commander Saga
Wing Commander Saga

Simulation 22 March 2012

Free space simulator which is a fan version of the legendary Wing Commander cycle. We play the role of a young pilot fighting on the side of mankind in the war against the cat race Kilrathi. The game consists mainly of spectacular space battles. The fictional aspect also plays a huge role.

PC

Farming Simulator 2012 3D
Farming Simulator 2012 3D

Simulation 30 March 2012

A popular "farm simulator" for the Nintendo mobile console version. We play the role of a farmer who develops his farm. The game boils down to planting and harvesting as well as servicing various agricultural machines. In the 3DS version the graphics were simplified, but many features of the popular PC prototype were preserved.

3DS

Lunar Flight
Lunar Flight

Simulation 10 April 2012

Lunar lander simulator set in the near future. As an employee of a private company, we transport goods from base to base, find lost shipments and collect samples for scientific research. The authors combined simple control with demanding and realistic flight physics.

PC

Airport-Tower-Simulator 2012
Airport-Tower-Simulator 2012

Simulation 12 April 2012

Tower Control Tower Simulator 2012 is a simulation game produced by the development team of Astragon company. The player plays the role of a flight controller, and the safety of passengers arriving and departing from the airport depends on the decisions made by the player.

PC

THW Simulator 2012
THW Simulator 2012

Simulation 24 April 2012

Emergency Services Simulator 2012 is a simulation game produced by Crenetic development studio. The player has the opportunity to manage the rescue unit team and the specialized vehicles used by it (such as a crane, bulldozer and a motor boat). The production has been enriched with educational elements in the form of materials devoted to the history and equipment of THW (Technisches Hilfswerk) rescue services.

PC

Digital Combat Simulator World
Digital Combat Simulator World

Simulation 30 April 2012

A free gaming platform that integrates all installments of the popular Digital Combat Simulator simulation series into a single interface. It was developed by Eagle Dynamics, a Russian developer studio. Thanks to this solution, each game of the franchise is compatible with the rest and lets their users play on the same servers. The product works as a kind of an operating system for Digital Combat Simulator titles.

PC

Dragon City
Dragon City

Simulation 01 May 2012

Social dragon breeding simulator. We take control of four airborne islands and strive to provide the best possible conditions for the development of these legendary creatures. Over time, we cross species by combining dragons representing different elements, thanks to which we get unique alumni able to fight with other players.

WWW

Pony World 2
Pony World 2

Simulation 07 May 2012

Targeted at young audiences, this is a puzzle-arcade game with nice, hoofed heroes in the main roles. Players have the opportunity to direct the actions of the inhabitants of Ponyków and get to know the most charming surroundings of the town. Rhema Press's production is characterized by a total absence of violence and brightly coloured visual setting.

PCANDiOS

Bus Simulator 2012
Bus Simulator 2012

Simulation 10 May 2012

Bus Simulator 2012 is a simulation game, which is the next installment of the cycle developed by the German TML studio. The player has the opportunity to try his hand as a bus driver and transport the inhabitants of a virtual metropolis according to an extensive network of transport connections including more than 450 stops.

PC

Fahr-Simulator 2012
Fahr-Simulator 2012

Simulation 10 May 2012

Road vehicle simulator 2012 is a simulation game produced by the German Lightrock Entertainment studio. The player has the opportunity to try their hand at the wheel of various cars, including special vehicles (bus, radio, ambulance, trailer and others), driving on the roads of three virtual metropolises and their surroundings.

PC

Winx Club: Rewia na lodzie
Winx Club: Rewia na lodzie

Simulation 11 May 2012

A family game in which, together with the wizards from the Winx Club, we go to a fabulous winter resort, where we will present our shows on ice to the public. The game is the responsibility of Rainbow studio, experienced in creating productions for the youngest players.

PC

Winx Club: Pierwsza randka
Winx Club: Pierwsza randka

Simulation 11 May 2012

Winx Club: First Dating is a game for children based on the popular animated series. This time we help the sorceress Bloom plan the perfect first date. The game was created by the Italian studio Rainbow.

PC

Farming Simulator 2011: Maszyny klasyczne
Farming Simulator 2011: Maszyny klasyczne

Simulation 18 May 2012

Farming Simulator 2011: Classic machines is the second official extension to the popular agricultural simulation by Giants Software. According to the title, the extension introduces classic vehicles and tools for tillage into the game. Players have the opportunity to work with 20 models of devices manufactured by such companies as Bucher, Deutz, Fahr or Lemken.

PC

Agrar Simulator: Historical Farming
Agrar Simulator: Historical Farming

Simulation 18 May 2012

Agrar Simulator: Historical Farming is an Actalogic simulator for agricultural machinery with elements of economic strategy. The player has the opportunity to test their skills in operating tractors and other agricultural vehicles from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. The creators took care of faithful representation of machines produced by John Deere, Lanz Bulldog, Fiat Trattori and Massey Ferguson, among others.

PC

Farm Machines Championships 2013
Farm Machines Championships 2013

Simulation 04 June 2012

In the game we take part in competitions with the participation of farmers, including collecting wheat on time. In the game we use a variety of agricultural machinery, which we can improve over time.

PCX360

The Sims 3: Katy Perry's Sweet Treats
The Sims 3: Katy Perry's Sweet Treats

Simulation 05 June 2012

Package of additional content, which was prepared with the help of famous singer Katy Perry. The set includes crazy furniture, decorative items, clothes, hairstyles and locations inspired by the singer's candy style. In order to expand the vocalist also recorded one of her songs in Simlish.

PC

Scania Truck Driving Simulator
Scania Truck Driving Simulator

Simulation 08 June 2012

Scania Truck Driving Simulator is a Scania truck simulator produced by the Czech SCS Software studio. In the course of the game, the player tests his driving skills in this type of vehicle, taking part in one of the many available game modes. Developers from the Czech Republic offer, among other things, such ways of conducting the game as Free Riding, Extreme Trucker or Young European Truck Driver races.

PC

The Sims 3 Diesel Stuff
The Sims 3 Diesel Stuff

Simulation 10 June 2012

Package of contents for The Sims 3 game, which contains clothes and furniture branded with Diesel. The extension includes about 35 men's and women's outfits and accessories such as a coffee table or a bed.

PC

Roller Coaster Rampage
Roller Coaster Rampage

Simulation 19 June 2012

Arcade simulator for mountain railway enthusiasts. We sit in a carriage and set off on a crazy roller coaster ride in a funfair. We constantly modify the shape of the route and earn points for the implementation of the most extreme ideas.

PC

Demolition Master 3D
Demolition Master 3D

Simulation 27 June 2012

Simulator of demolition of various buildings created by Insollo Entertainment studio. The player gets four different explosives at his disposal and tries to destroy as many objects as possible, travelling around the world on 90 missions.

PC

Let's Fish
Let's Fish

Simulation 03 July 2012

Browser fishing game, developed by the native studio Ten Square Games from Wroclaw. The authors reproduced nearly 40 characteristic fisheries from all over the world and over 400 species of fish - from the most common, to those exotic and unique. A wide range of angling equipment was also taken care of, used depending on the type of angling practiced and the species caught.

ANDiOSWWW

Cafeland
Cafeland

Simulation 08 July 2012

Casual game that allows you to play the role of the head of the café. We take care of our customers' well-being by serving them a variety of dishes and drinks, we collect tips, clean up, and for the money we earn we modernize the interior and broaden our offer. We take advantage of visiting friends and offer them help.

WWW

Mars Rover Landing
Mars Rover Landing

Simulation 16 July 2012

Mars Rover Landing is a free production using Kinect technology available for the Xbox 360 console, commissioned and financed by the National Agency for Aeronautics and Space - NASA. The game consists in the safe placement of a space rover, Curiosity, on the surface of Mars.

X360

Old Village Simulator 1962
Old Village Simulator 1962

Simulation 25 July 2012

Simulator of the Old Farm 1962 is an agricultural simulation, allowing players to try their hand at using tractors, combine harvesters and other machines from the 60s of the last century. Players can compete in 30 agility competitions related to working on the field, such as ploughing and sowing fields, mowing grain or pressing straw.

PC

River Simulator 2012
River Simulator 2012

Simulation 31 July 2012

The next installment of the simulator addressed to ship control enthusiasts. This time we have a number of orders to carry out on German rivers. We transport goods and people on the Rhine and the River Rhine and the River Rhine flowing into it. As the game progresses, we earn experience points to unlock more and more attractive ships.

PC

Werks-Feuerwehr-Simulator
Werks-Feuerwehr-Simulator

Simulation 31 July 2012

Firefighting Simulator 2012 is a simulation game created by Visual Imagination Software in cooperation with Zikun firefighting equipment manufacturer. The player plays the role of a member of a firefighting team in a large industrial enterprise, and his tasks include fighting fires in factory halls and neutralizing oxidizing hazardous chemicals.

PC

Pou
Pou

Simulation 05 August 2012

Pou is a popular mobile game based on the cult toy-block Tamagotchi. The game is about taking care of the title creature: we have to feed our virtual pet, play with it or buy new outfits for it.

ANDiOS

Navy Field 2: Conqueror of the Ocean
Navy Field 2: Conqueror of the Ocean

Simulation 08 August 2012

Navy Field 2: Conqueror of the Ocean is an MMO real-time strategy (RTS) with elements of an action game, continuing the popular production of Navy Field: Resurrection of the Steel Fleet. Developers from the Korean studio SD EnterNet took care of a nicer visual setting and a greater variety of World War I and World War II ships, which can be commanded by players.

PC

Organ Trail: Director's Cut
Organ Trail: Director's Cut

Simulation 09 August 2012

Organ Trail: Director's Cut is a game simulating attempts to experience the world after the zombie apocalypse. We control a group of survivors travelling through the United States in a dilapidated car. Among other things, we must avoid worries and bandits, treat illnesses, collect petrol and food, and look for spare parts for cars.

PCANDiOS

Run 8 Train Simulator
Run 8 Train Simulator

Simulation 04 September 2012

Run 8 Train Simulator is a railroad network operation simulator. We can drive one selected train set or manage the movement of several trainsets at once. The game also offers multiplayer mode.

PC

The Sims 3: Supernatural
The Sims 3: Supernatural

Simulation 04 September 2012

The Sims 3: Not from this world is an official extension to the bestseller life simulation of The Sims 3. The addition was produced by EA The Sims Studio's development team and enables the transformation of Sims into beings endowed with supernatural powers (vampires, werewolves, witches, zombies, etc.), and also introduces many elements from classic horrors and horror stories.

PC

Dogfight 1942
Dogfight 1942

Simulation 05 September 2012

An arcade flight simulator created by CI Games (formerly City Interactive). In the game we can control a dozen or so models of British and American airplanes and take part in the most important battles of the Second World War, such as the Battle of Britain or the War in the Pacific. The developers have prepared 20 different missions, during which we participate in aerial clashes, bombing raids and reconnaissance and escort missions.

PCX360PS3Wii

Firefighters: The Simulation
Firefighters: The Simulation

Simulation 18 September 2012

A simulation game in which the player plays the role of a firefighter taking part in various rescue operations. Events are observed from the perspective of the first person, and during the game we have the opportunity to extinguish fires, remove toxic substances or even secure the transport of dangerous goods. All this takes place in an open world.

PCXONEPS4Switch

ABC-Schutz-Simulator
ABC-Schutz-Simulator

Simulation 18 September 2012

Pollution Removal Simulator is a simulation game produced by Visual Imagination Software from Germany. The player directs the activities of the chemical rescue unit, which deals with the removal of various types of radioactive and toxic substances. The creators prepared realistic scenarios of events that have to be tackled while playing.

PC

Werft-Simulator 2013
Werft-Simulator 2013

Simulation 19 September 2012

The Shipyard Simulator 2013 is a simulation game produced by the Ed Venture Studios development team. The player plays the role of a shipbuilder, whose tasks include servicing vehicles and equipment (e.g. forklifts, cranes, grinders) working in a modern shipyard, as well as supervising all processes related to the production of various types of vessels.

PC

RailWorks: Train Simulator 2013
RailWorks: Train Simulator 2013

Simulation 20 September 2012

Another installment of a popular series of railway simulators from Dovetail Games. This time, the developers introduced a number of major changes in many aspects of the gameplay. The amateur railwaymen can now expect streamlined controls (the authors introduced gamepad support), and various difficulty levels.

PC

Full Bloom
Full Bloom

Simulation 26 September 2012

A social game that combines gardening elements with Bejeweled-type logical productions that combine three of the same elements on a small board. Most of the time we spend on acquiring coins necessary to buy new seedlings and decorate the garden. To this end, we carry out missions and integrate with friends via facebook.

WWW

Spezialtransport-Simulator 2013
Spezialtransport-Simulator 2013

Simulation 27 September 2012

Specialized Transport Simulator 2013 is a simulation game, which allows the player to try his hand as a driver of vehicles carrying bulky loads. The title was created by German studio ToxSickLabs on behalf of Astragon, a company specializing in this kind of productions.

PC

Disaster Response Unit: THW Simulator
Disaster Response Unit: THW Simulator

Simulation 28 September 2012

Simulator of a rapid response unit allowing you to become a member of the team, bringing help to the civilian population affected by various accidents, catastrophes and natural disasters. The game was prepared in close cooperation with the German emergency management institution THW and reproduces authentic vehicles and equipment used by rescuers.

PC

Helicopter Simulator: Search & Rescue
Helicopter Simulator: Search & Rescue

Simulation 01 October 2012

The rescue helicopter simulator is an aeronautical arcade simulation. The player has the opportunity to play the role of a helicopter pilot and take part in 45 rescue missions. The creators of the game prepared eight machines at the controls of which you can sit down and large boards with a total area of about 200 square kilometers.

PC

Digital Combat Simulator: P-51D Mustang
Digital Combat Simulator: P-51D Mustang

Simulation 08 October 2012

The third installment of the Digital Combat Simulator cycle. This time the authors bet on P-51D Mustang, a WWII fighter also known as "Cadillac przestworzy". At the same time it is the first game in the series, which instead of a modern machine focuses on a historical aircraft.

PC

Aerofly FS 1 Flight Simulator
Aerofly FS 1 Flight Simulator

Simulation 17 October 2012

Advanced air simulator offering a realistic physics system and a range of options to customize the gameplay to suit the player's preferences. We sit at the helm of various machines - from gliders to jets - and set off to conquer the skies, admiring the picturesque landscapes of Switzerland.

PCANDiOS

Euro Truck Simulator 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2

Simulation 18 October 2012

A sequel to the popular truck simulation game. Just like its predecessor from 2008, the game was developed by Czech developer SCS Software. Euro Truck Simulator 2 lets you play as a truck driver and owner of a delivery company. The core gameplay has you transport cargo between towns and cities. The game’s map comprises of a large part of Europe, and features a significant number of cities you can visit.

PC

Farming Simulator 2013
Farming Simulator 2013

Simulation 25 October 2012

Another installment in a popular simulation game series, developed by Switzerland studio Giants Software. The game puts you in the boots of a professional farmer, who needs to properly manage and develop his farm. This requires you to cultivate land and breed stock, spending the money you earn on new, more efficient machines. The new edition traditionally brings about a score of innovations and improvements.

PCX360PS3

Trains Vs Zombies 2
Trains Vs Zombies 2

Simulation 25 October 2012

A spin-off of the Railworks: Train Simulator series, created by Dovetail Games. Once again, the player receives an extensive train simulator that casts them in the role of a train driver, though this time the circumstances are rather unfavorable, for the world has come to a zombie apocalypse. All the five in-game scenarios require the player to travel a route within a specified period of time.

PC

Eisenbahn.exe Professional 9.0
Eisenbahn.exe Professional 9.0

Simulation 26 October 2012

Eisenbahn.exe Professional 9.0 is another part of the professional train simulator. The production of the German Software Untergrund is aimed at all railway enthusiasts and offers a wide range of locomotives, wagons and scenery.

PC

The Good Life (2012)
The Good Life (2012)

Simulation 02 November 2012

The Good Life is a game developed by independent immersionFX Games studio combining elements of life simulation, ship simulator and economic strategy. The player plays the role of heir to a small tourist company in an exotic corner of the world, and his task is to meet the expectations of customers and develop the business into a serious enterprise.

PC

Heavyweight Transport Simulator 2
Heavyweight Transport Simulator 2

Simulation 09 November 2012

Heavy Transport Simulator 2 is a sequel to a simulation game released in 2010 by UIG Entertainment, a developer studio. Once again, the player has the opportunity to plan routes and transport heavy loads, with modern truck-tractors and a wide range of specialty trailers at their disposal.

PC

The Sims 3: Seasons
The Sims 3: Seasons

Simulation 13 November 2012

Appendix to The Sims 3, which introduces changing seasons and related consequences. Thanks to it, Sims can participate in seasonal festivals and enjoy the attractions offered by summer, autumn, winter and spring. Among the new attractions are snowboarding, building a igloo, or the possibility of equipping the house with ice furniture.

PC

Iron Sky: Invasion
Iron Sky: Invasion

Simulation 22 November 2012

A combination of a cosmic simulator with a strategy, based on the motifs of a film about the Nazis from the Moon - Iron Sky. The title is a project by Miroslaw Dymek and Reality Pump studio. It is modelled on the classics of the genre - X-Wing, Freespace and X-Com series. The player's task is to repel the invasion of Earth and destroy the enemy's main base on the moon.

PCX360PS3ANDiOS

Grand Mer
Grand Mer

Simulation 22 November 2012

MMO game dedicated to fishing. The action takes place in 2018, in the aftermath of a great disaster, when most of the Earth's surface was covered by oceans. For good fishing we are rewarded with cash, which we spend on the purchase of better rods and more advanced boats. The whole is based on a free model with voluntary micropayments.

PC

Agrar Simulator 2013
Agrar Simulator 2013

Simulation 23 November 2012

Another of the annual installments of one of the most popular agricultural simulations, developed by German studio ActaLogic. It allows players to take on the role of a modern farmer, dealing with crop cultivation, animal husbandry and various jobs using an arsenal of specialized machinery.

PC

New York Taxi: The Simulation
New York Taxi: The Simulation

Simulation 01 December 2012

Taxi simulator: New York is a simulation game produced by an independent studio Little Freedom Factory. The player plays the role of a New York taxi driver, and his task is to carry passengers safely and as quickly as possible to the specified areas of the American metropolis.

PC

Woodcutter Simulator 2013
Woodcutter Simulator 2013

Simulation 05 December 2012

Woodcutter Simulator 2013 is a simulation game produced by the German company UIG Entertainment for players who would like to test themselves as a modern lumberjack. During the game you can try your hand at cutting down trees, transporting trunks and processing wood by means of various types of machines and equipment.

PC

Flight Unlimited Las Vegas
Flight Unlimited Las Vegas

Simulation 17 December 2012

Continuation of the mobile simulator Flight Unlimited, resurrecting the legend of the cult series of games from the 90s. In the game you can fly over Las Vegas using nine different aircraft models - from avionets to military fighters, or take part in a GTA-inspired fiction campaign.

PCANDiOS

Combat Pilot
Combat Pilot

Simulation 19 December 2012

A MMO flight simulator released as an expansion for Microsoft Flight Simulator X. In opposition to other dedicated add-ons, Combat Pilot offers the ability to take control of one of fifty combat planes and engage in aerial battles with other players. All machines were recreated with due piety, while the controls and handling of individual machines correspond with their real life counterparts. Combat Pilot values teamwork - a skilled and cooperating team is the key to beating our opponents.

PC

Bridge Constructor Playground
Bridge Constructor Playground

Simulation 20 December 2012

A casual logic and simulation game created by the Clockstone Software development team in cooperation with Headup Games publishing house. The player has the opportunity to play the role of an engineer and build bridges on which cars and trucks will move. The production is characterized by simplicity of gameplay mechanics and cartoon visual setting.

PCANDiOSWP

Riding Stables 3D
Riding Stables 3D

Simulation 20 December 2012

A breeding game in which the owners of the portable Nintendo console can take care of the previously created foal and play with it in several available mini-games.

3DS

Fantasy Life
Fantasy Life

Simulation 27 December 2012

Original production, which consists of both the characteristics of the RPG genre, as well as elements borrowed from various life simulators. The player takes on the role of the hero of his choice, and his task is to guide him through the next stages of development.

3DS