The most interesting simulation games released in 2020
All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.
Table Manners
Simulation 14 February 2020
Table Manners is a similar to Cooking Simulator, a humorous arcade game that is also a dating simulator. Echo Chamber Games is responsible for the creation of the title.
Besiege
Simulation 18 February 2020
An original mix of simulation and logic game from the British developer Spiderling, which lets players construct inventive siege weapons that will help them annihilate enemy troops and fortifications. The game puts you up against various challenges, starting with crushing ordinary civil buildings, to besieging heavily fortified strongholds defended by brave knights.
Tank Mechanic Simulator
Simulation 20 February 2020
Another mechanic simulator published by PlayWay – a studio known for publishing such games as Car Mechanic Simulator, Train Mechanic Simulator, and Space Mechanic Simulator. The game has been developed by Degenerals and allows the player to assume the role of an owner of the museum exhibiting tanks from the period of World War II. The gameplay is divided into several stages.
Ciel Fledge
Simulation 21 February 2020
A simulator of life in which we become the title educator - Ciel; our actions determine how our client will cope with the actions taken, what kind of acquaintances she will make, and in what direction she will finally develop.
Great British Railway Journeys
Simulation 05 March 2020
A spin-off of the Dovetail Games studio's Train Simulator series - a train simulator based on the licence of a TV show broadcast by the BBC. While playing in Great British Railway Journeys, the player, as a train driver, discovers the most famous British railway routes.
Avorion
Simulation 09 March 2020
A sandbox space simulator, in which we find ourselves in a distant future and try to learn the truth about the great cataclysm. This gives us an excuse to explore the vast galaxy on ships made up of modules, alone or together behind friends.
Medieval Engineers
Simulation 17 March 2020
A sandbox action game set in an open medieval world. The title was developed by a team at Keen Software House and, as far as the general idea is concerned, it resembles the previous production from the studio: Space Engineers. The gameplay focuses on building, and the player’s task is to erect various defensive structures (including fortifications, castles, and even whole cities) and construct different machines capable of repelling enemy attacks.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Simulation 20 March 2020
Animal Crossing is the next installment of the hit simulation series from Nintendo, which allows the player to try life in a fairytale village inhabited by anthropomorphic animals.
X4: Split Vendetta
Simulation 31 March 2020
The first big addition to the X4 space simulator: Foundations. X4: Split Vendetta introduces the cruel Split race into the game, enlarges the available area and brings new ships, weapons, space station modules or previously absent quests.
Totally Reliable Delivery Service
Simulation 01 April 2020
A humorous pseudo-simulation game in which we play the role of a rag doll distributing packages around the sandbox world. You can play alone or with up to three friends (on a split screen or through a network).
Deadliest Catch: The Game
Simulation 14 April 2020
A simulation game in which we play the role of a fisherman engaged in crab fishing in the Bering Sea. In the course of the game, we not only have to operate the specialized tools installed on board our boat ourselves, but also demonstrate our knowledge of the laws that govern marine life or the regulations that the Bering Sea is subject to.
Drug Dealer Simulator
Simulation 16 April 2020
Drug Dealer Simulator is a simulation game that allows us to play the role of a drug dealer who is gradually building his criminal business. The game was developed by Polish company Byterunners Game Studio and released by PlayWay.
Stranded Deep
Simulation 21 April 2020
A realistic survival game created by a debuting Australian studio Beam Team Games. The player assumes the role of a plane crash survivor who struggles to remain alive on one of the uninhabited islands of the Pacific. Unlike most games of this genre, this production is focused not only on the exploration of the island itself, but it also encompasses the ocean floor around it. Both areas are randomly generated before each game.
112 Operator
Simulation 23 April 2020
Continuation of the Polish game 911 Operator - strategic and simulation production, in which we play the role of an emergency phone operator. Our tasks in 112 Operator include answering calls and helping those in need by giving instructions and sending emergency services to the place of the incident. The game takes place on three-dimensional maps of real cities, including Warsaw, Paris, Moscow and London.
SnowRunner
Simulation 28 April 2020
Continuation of an advanced simulator of heavy off-road vehicles from Saber Interactive studio. MudRunner 2 develops the ideas of its predecessor, again focusing on working with heavy equipment in extreme conditions.
Change: A Homeless Survival Experience
Simulation 01 May 2020
Change: A Homeless Survival Experience is a mix of survival and RPG. During the game, the player takes on the role of homeless man and his task is to survive in the urban jungle. In order to do so, it is necessary to satisfy the needs of the character and build his reputation.
Hydroneer
Simulation 08 May 2020
Hydroneer is a sandbox FPP game, awarded second place at the 2020 Indie of the Year Awards. Find the right location, create a unique base, and manage the mining of precious metals and gems in one of 2020's most acclaimed indie games.
The Sims 4: Eco Lifestyle
Simulation 05 June 2020
Another add-on to The Sims 4, a hit life simulator developed by EA Maxis studio. DLC Eco Lifestyle allows you to participate in ecological life together with other residents of Evergreen Harbour, which changes its appearance under the influence of the Sims.
Truck and Logistics Simulator
Simulation 25 June 2020
Truck and Logistics Simulator is a simulation game in which we play the role of an employee / owner of a logistics company. The player is responsible for transporting goods, loading, as well as developing the fleet and infrastructure. The game was developed by Simula Games company.
Hunting Simulator 2
Simulation 25 June 2020
The second part of the hunter simulator series, developed by Neopica studio. In Hunting Simulator 2 we hunt, making use of a wide range of weapons and gadgets and with the help of one of the three dogs.
The Catch: Carp & Coarse
Simulation 30 June 2020
Fishing simulator offering the possibility of catching several dozen different species of fish - both ordinary and special variants - in several different locations. Dovetail Games studio is responsible for creating The Catch: Carp & Coarse.
American Truck Simulator: Idaho
Simulation 16 July 2020
Fifth large add-on to the American Truck Simulator. It implements to the game state of Idaho, famous for its wildlife. The creation and release of DLC is again the responsibility of SCS Software studio.
SpaceBourne
Simulation 18 July 2020
SpaceBourne is a space sandbox with RPG elements. The Earth was ravaged by a plague sent by aliens. The player takes on the role of "Commander" - the last representative of the human race, who sets out to conquer the galaxy.
VTOL VR
Simulation 03 August 2020
A flight simulation game by Boundless Dynamics, developed for VR gear and motion controllers. The game is set in the near future, and you play as the pilot of the eponymous VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) aircraft. During the game, you have many missions to complete, including e.g. transporting land units, escorting and protecting other planes, and fighting enemies. Combat may take place in the air or involve bombing ground facilities.
PC Building Simulator: Esports Expansion
Simulation 04 August 2020
Esports Expansion is an add-on to the PC Building Simulator game. In the expansion, the gameplay revolves around building PCs for the Esports teams and helping players during the tournaments. The game was created by FuturLab studio.
IL-2 Sturmovik: Desert Wings - Tobruk
Simulation 06 August 2020
The first add-on to the IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition. Desert Wings - Tobruk extends the content of the basic version of the game with new planes, vehicles, map of North Africa and improves some aspects of graphics.
EVE Echoes
Simulation 13 August 2020
Extended MMO, prepared for mobile devices. EVE: Echoes tries to offer on the screen of a phone or tablet the depth that is associated with EVE: Online. The production was created by NetEase Games studio (in cooperation with CCP Games).
Microsoft Flight Simulator
Simulation 18 August 2020
A realistic civil aircraft simulator. Microsoft Flight Simulator faithfully recreates a rich set of licensed machines and an area of the entire globe, using satellite data, artificial intelligence processing power and the Azure data cloud.
Train Sim World 2
Simulation 20 August 2020
A sequel to the simulation game released in 2017 from the Dovetail Games studio, which allows players to take on the role of drivers. In addition to the following tracks and trains, Train Sim World 2 introduces a number of new features, including an advanced physical engine and a paint editor.
The Sims 4: Star Wars - Journey to Batuu
Simulation 08 September 2020
The Sims 4: Star Wars - Journey to Batuu is another add-on to the hit life simulator from EA Maxis. Thanks to the DLC we will get a chance to move to the world of Star Wars, going to the distant planet Batuu, where we meet the movie characters of the star saga.
Train Simulator 2021
Simulation 17 September 2020
Train Simulator 2021 is the next part of the Train Simulator series developed by Dovetail Games. The whole game is based on driving trains on various routes - real or created in the editor.
Stormworks: Build and Rescue
Simulation 17 September 2020
In Stormworks: Build and Rescue, we take on the role of a rescue service, for which missions on land, water and air are awaiting, carried out with the help of self-constructed machines. Sunfire Software and Green Man Gaming Publishing are responsible for the game.
Train Station Renovation
Simulation 01 October 2020
A simulation game in which we play the role of a conservator of abandoned railway stations and trains. At Train Station Renovation we restore devastated stations and repair, clean and paint old depots.
The Survivalists
Simulation 09 October 2020
Two-dimensional action adventure game, in which we can also find strategic and survival elements. The player takes on the role of a survivor who tries to live on a desert island. The well-known studio Team17 is responsible for the development of this production.
Space Commander: War and Trade
Simulation 14 October 2020
Space simulation game by Home Net Games, a Krakow-based studio. Space Commander: War and Trade puts us in the role of a spaceship pilot. Our task is to cooperate with the factions available in the game in order to gain reputation and money.
Professional Farmer: Cattle and Crops
Simulation 15 October 2020
A farming simulator developed by a German studio – Masterbrain Bytes. The gameplay revolves around running a farm, which requires the players to prove their skills in many agricultural fields. Because of the realistic weather system, on has to tend to sowing, soil fertilization and the crops’ condition – if, during a longer period of drought, one does not irrigate their crops, they will wither in an instant.
Fishing: North Atlantic
Simulation 16 October 2020
A simulation game focusing on commercial fishing in the Nova Scotia area on the North Atlantic. Fishing: North Atlantic is an extension of the formula presented to players in Barents Sea, the 2018 instalment.
Alchemist Simulator
Simulation 23 October 2020
Alchemist Simulator is a simulator in which the player takes on the role of an alchemist. During the game he develops his laboratory and discovers recipes for various potions. Art Games Studio and Polyslash are responsible for the game.
AGOS: A Game of Space
Simulation 28 October 2020
Game from the verge of adventure games and space simulators. In AGOS: A Game of Space we take control of a ship on board of which people set off on a space journey to find a new home. The game was prepared for virtual reality sets.
Car Trader Simulator
Simulation 04 November 2020
Car Trader Simulator is a simulator with an extensive economic layer, allowing the player to play the role of a car dealer. The game is produced by the Polish company Live Motion Games, and the publisher is PlayWay.
Rover Mechanic Simulator
Simulation 12 November 2020
A simulator, which allows us to become an engineer taking care of the condition of Martian rovers. Rover Mechanic Simulator is characterized by a high level of realism and offers a number of extensive options and tools. Polish company Pyramid Games is responsible for its development.
American Truck Simulator: Colorado
Simulation 12 November 2020
American Truck Simulator: Colorado is the sixth big add-on to the well-known game that allows you to become a truck driver. It adds the state of Colorado to the game. The DLC was created and released by SCS Software studio.
Farming Simulator 19: Alpine Farming Expansion
Simulation 12 November 2020
Alpine Farming Expansion is an expansion to the Farming Simulator 19. The add-on introduces a new mountain map - Erlengrat - and over 30 models of agricultural machinery. GIANTS Software is again responsible for the DLC.
The Sims 4: Snowy Escape
Simulation 13 November 2020
The Sims 4: Snowy Escape is another add-on to the popular life simulator. The DLC introduces, among others, Japan-inspired mountain village Mt. Komorebi and new mechanics influencing the behaviour of the Sims - lifestyle and feelings.
Firefighting Simulator: The Squad
Simulation 17 November 2020
Firefighting Simulator is another game from Astragon Entertainment, a studio that specializes in simulations. This time, we take the role of a firefighter and take part in various rescue operations where we have to put out fires and take care of the aftermath of other calamities. Action is presented from a first-person perspective. We do our job in many various locations: detached houses, mansions, public buildings, and factories.
IL-2 Sturmovik: Tank Crew - Clash at Prokhorovka
Simulation 20 November 2020
Il-2 Sturmovik: Tank Crew - Clash at Prokhorovka is an advanced simulator, set in the realities of World War II, that focuses on operating a tank. The game is a spin-off of the well-known series of aircraft simulators. 777 Studios and 1C are responsible for its creation.
Amazing Cultivation Simulator
Simulation 25 November 2020
A simulation game about creating your own sect, which mixes elements of survival, RPG and strategy. Amazing Cultivation Simulator has gained great popularity in China, and its creators were inspired by such games as Dwarf Fortress and Rimworld.