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24 games like BeamNG.drive (2026)
Every game below overlaps with BeamNG.drive on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like BeamNG.drive on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: MudRunner, which both open world.
- BeamNG.drive is tagged Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic, Destruction, Automobile Sim, Sandbox, Open World by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
Why players value BeamNG.drive
The five things Steam players tag BeamNG.drive with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Simulation
- Driving
- Physics
- Realistic
- Destruction
| Reception | on Steam (97% of 416,293) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes, will not launch or install |
| Price | $24.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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MudRunner
Why it matched: both open world; shares 11 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2017).
MudRunner is the ultimate off-road experience putting the players in the driver seat and dares them to take charge of incredible all-terrain vehicles, venturing across extreme Siberian landscapes with only a map and compass as guides!
MudRunner at a glance Released 2017 Studio Saber Interactive Player sentiment 92% positive of 44,003 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (92% of 44,003)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Offroad, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticPhysicsModdableSandboxExploration
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Wreckfest
Why it matched: both open world; shares 11 player tags including Racing, Destruction and Automobile Sim.
Wreckfest is a demolition derby themed racing game with soft-body damage modeling, sophisticated driving dynamics and in-depth vehicle upgrading, featuring both demolition derbies and more traditional track races. It’s all about fun, breakneck racing and over-the-top crashes.
Wreckfest at a glance Released 2018 Studio Bugbear Player sentiment 88% positive of 41,452 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (88% of 41,452)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic, Destruction
Why players like it: Racing, Destruction, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:RacingDestructionAutomobile SimSimulationDrivingPhysicsRealisticFunny
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Brick Rigs
Why it matched: both open world; shares 10 player tags including Sandbox, Destruction and Physics.
Do whatever you want in a physics sandbox full of chaotic destruction, endless player-made creations and unpredictable adventures. Build, destroy, roleplay and mess around solo or with friends!
Brick Rigs at a glance Released 2023 Studio Fluppisoft GmbH Player sentiment 95% positive of 59,321 Price $13.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (95% of 59,321)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Destruction
Why players like it: Sandbox, Destruction, Building, Multiplayer, LEGO — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $13.99 — $11.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SandboxDestructionPhysicsDrivingSimulationFunnyEarly AccessRacing
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SnowRunner
Why it matched: both open world; shares 10 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving.
Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends!
SnowRunner at a glance Released 2021 Studio Saber Interactive Player sentiment 90% positive of 55,755 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 55,755)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Adventure, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingExplorationRealisticSandboxFirst-PersonThird Person
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Used Cars Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 10 player tags including Early Access, Driving and Automobile Sim.
Used Cars Simulator - trade used or stolen cars, fix and customize them, drive around, and explore the open world! Grow your business, complete quests, and have fun with a physics-based sandbox!
Used Cars Simulator at a glance Released 2026 Studio DreamWay Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 1,206 Price $11.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (80% of 1,206)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Early Access, Driving, Immersive Sim, Trading, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $11.99 — $13.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:Early AccessDrivingAutomobile SimSimulationRealisticPhysicsExplorationRacing
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2017).
Build and expand your repair service empire in this incredibly detailed and highly realistic simulation game, where attention to car detail is astonishing. Find classic, unique cars in the new Barn Find module and Junkyard module. You can even add your self-made car in the Car Editor.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Red Dot Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 56,552 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (91% of 56,552)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Building, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticRacingFirst-PersonSandboxModdable
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Euro Truck Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2013).
The original Euro Truck Simulator - the game which has become the classic of the genre and is still relevant today. The first truck simulation game in a European setting, with European long haul trucks!
Euro Truck Simulator at a glance Released 2013 Studio SCS Software Player sentiment 84% positive of 7,665 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (84% of 7,665)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $4.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonModdableThird PersonExploration
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My Summer Car
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Driving.
My Summer Car is the ultimate car owning, building, fixing, tuning, maintenance AND permadeath life survival simulator. You start the game with hundreds of loose parts and assemble both car and engine.
My Summer Car at a glance Released 2025 Studio Amistech Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 117,158 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (95% of 117,158)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Driving, Open World, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $14.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonRacingFunnySandbox
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Flashing Lights - Police, Firefighting, Emergency Services (EMS) Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Driving, Simulation and Automobile Sim.
Play solo or in up to 10-player multiplayer co-op! Flashing Lights is an open world police, firefighting and EMS simulator game with plenty of opportunity for role-play or more relaxed fun with friends. Become the law or save lives! Discover leagues of player-created mods!
Flashing Lights - Police, Firefighting, Emergency Services (EMS) Simulator at a glance Released 2023 Studio Nils Jakrins Player sentiment 79% positive of 18,679 Price $3.74 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (79% of 18,679)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic, Destruction
Why players like it: Adventure, Driving, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Physics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $3.74 — $21.25 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:DrivingSimulationAutomobile SimPhysicsRealisticDestructionSandboxThird Person
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Farming Simulator 17
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Realistic; released around the same time (2016).
Take on the role of a modern farmer in Farming Simulator 17! Explore farming possibilities in a new North American environment. Drive over 250 farming vehicles and equipment from over 75 manufacturers, including new brands such as Challenger, Fendt, Valtra or Massey Ferguson.
Farming Simulator 17 at a glance Released 2016 Studio GIANTS Software Player sentiment 93% positive of 25,933 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (93% of 25,933)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Farming Sim, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Agriculture — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $14.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticDrivingModdableFirst-PersonThird PersonSandbox
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SimplePlanes
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Flight, Sandbox and Physics; released around the same time (2015).
Build airplanes by snapping parts together, designing wing sections, and attaching engines. At any time, you can strap yourself into the cockpit and see how it flies with realistic physics. If you're not in the mood for building, over 100,000 airplanes are available to download for free.
SimplePlanes at a glance Released 2015 Studio Jundroo, LLC Player sentiment 93% positive of 10,901 Price $12.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (93% of 10,901)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 1 of 5 — Physics
Why players like it: Flight, Sandbox, Automation, Physics, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $12.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:FlightSandboxPhysicsExplorationRacingAutomobile SimFunnyModdable
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Driving; released around the same time (2015).
New cars, new tools, new options, more parts and much more fun in the next version of Car Mechanic Simulator! Take your wrench! Create and expand your auto repairs service empire. Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 will take you behind the scenes of daily routine in car workshop.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Red Dot Games Player sentiment 92% positive of 14,625 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (92% of 14,625)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Singleplayer, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingRacingFirst-PersonRealisticFunnySandbox
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Gold Mining Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Realistic and Driving; released around the same time (2017).
Become a gold miner. Work hard, dig deep, explore the world, and you’ll become the wealthiest person in Alaska. Use a variety of specialist machines to find as much gold as you can.
Gold Mining Simulator at a glance Released 2017 Studio Code Horizon Player sentiment 73% positive of 16,382 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (73% of 16,382)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Mining, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationRealisticDrivingSandboxFirst-PersonExplorationAutomobile SimFunny
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X-Plane 11
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Flight and Realistic; released around the same time (2017).
The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.
X-Plane 11 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Laminar Research Player sentiment 93% positive of 20,259 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (93% of 20,259)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Flight, Realistic, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationFlightRealisticPhysicsFirst-PersonSandboxThird PersonExploration
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Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Sandbox, Physics and Simulation.
Do you like hot dogs? How about horseshoes? Hand grenades? (everyone likes hand grenades) Anyway, we've got all that, and guns. SO MANY GUNS. So if you like ordnance, meat, and far too many groan-worthy puns, this is the VR sandbox game for you.
Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades at a glance Released 2026 Studio RUST LTD. Player sentiment 97% positive of 23,882 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (97% of 23,882)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Physics, Realistic, Destruction
Why players like it: Sandbox, VR, Physics, Shooter, FPS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SandboxPhysicsSimulationFirst-PersonFunnyModdableRealisticDestruction
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Burnout Paradise: The Ultimate Box
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Destruction; released around the same time (2009).
Download Burnout™ Paradise: The Ultimate Box today. Paradise City is the largest and most dangerous setting yet for the best-selling Burnout series. The massive setting gives players an open-ended world to explore, as they race their vehicles through hundreds of miles of roads and underground passages with more than 70 different cars.
Burnout Paradise: The Ultimate Box at a glance Released 2009 Studio Criterion Games Player sentiment 87% positive of 13,473 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (87% of 13,473)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 2 of 5 — Driving, Destruction
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Destruction — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:RacingAutomobile SimDestructionDrivingExplorationSandboxThird PersonFunny
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2021
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Realistic.
Work your way to a service empire. Get your hands dirty in a highly realistic simulation game that pays major attention to details. Pay a visit to a new Auction house and buy cars in various conditions. Expand your range of services by investing in a new work space and equipment.
Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 at a glance Released 2021 Studio Red Dot Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 38,510 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 38,510)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $24.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticSandboxModdableDrivingRacingFirst-Person
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City Car Driving
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Driving and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2016).
City Car Driving – realistic car driving simulator, which will help you master the basic skills of the car driving in various traffic conditions, with plunging into the environment most closely resembling the real one.
City Car Driving at a glance Released 2016 Studio Forward Development, Ltd. Player sentiment 83% positive of 36,073 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (83% of 36,073)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Driving, Automobile Sim, Open World, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $24.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SimulationDrivingAutomobile SimRealisticRacingFirst-PersonModdablePhysics
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Project CARS
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Simulation and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2015).
THE ULTIMATE DRIVER JOURNEY delivers the soul of motor racing in the world’s most beautiful, authentic, and technically-advanced racing game.
Project CARS at a glance Released 2015 Studio Slightly Mad Studios Player sentiment 79% positive of 14,438 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (79% of 14,438)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Racing, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:RacingSimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticPhysicsFirst-PersonThird Person
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The Crew 2
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Driving.
Take on the American motorsports scene as you explore and dominate the land, air, and sea across the entire USA. New: play The Crew 2 offline or online with the new Hybrid mode, available now!
The Crew 2 at a glance Released 2018 Studio Ivory Tower Player sentiment 78% positive of 99,588 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (78% of 99,588)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Driving
Why players like it: Racing, Open World, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:RacingAutomobile SimDrivingFlightFirst-PersonThird PersonSimulationSandbox
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Ravenfield
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, First-Person and Early Access; released around the same time (2017).
Fight upon the Ravenfield together with your Blue allies! Take down those pesky Reds using helicopters, tanks, guns, and active ragdoll physics!
Ravenfield at a glance Released 2017 Studio SteelRaven7 Player sentiment 97% positive of 79,971 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (97% of 79,971)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: FPS, War, Singleplayer, Shooter, Military — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $17.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SandboxFirst-PersonEarly AccessFunnyModdableSimulationPhysicsRealistic
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Farming Simulator 15
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Moddable; released around the same time (2014).
Welcome to the new generation of Farming Simulator!With a brand new graphics and physics engine, Farming Simulator 15 offers an immense open world, filled with details and visual effects transporting the Farming Simulator franchise to a new era.
Farming Simulator 15 at a glance Released 2014 Studio GIANTS Software Player sentiment 93% positive of 15,855 Price $12.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (93% of 15,855)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Driving, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Farming Sim, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $12.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with BeamNG.drive:Automobile SimSimulationModdableRealisticDrivingPhysicsSandbox
- 23
Garry's Mod
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, Moddable and Physics.
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
Garry's Mod at a glance Released 2006 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 97% positive of 1,261,793 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (97% of 1,261,793)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Physics, Realistic
Why players like it: Sandbox, Moddable, Multiplayer, Physics, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $9.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with BeamNG.drive:SandboxModdablePhysicsFunnyFirst-PersonSimulationRealisticExploration
- 24
Grand Theft Auto V
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Third Person, First-Person and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2013).
Experience entertainment blockbusters Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online — now upgraded for a new generation with stunning visuals, faster loading, 3D audio, and more, plus exclusive content for GTA Online players.
Grand Theft Auto V at a glance Released 2013 Studio Rockstar Toronto Player sentiment 83% positive of 218,663 Price $19.79 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (83% of 218,663)
Matches BeamNG.drive on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Open World, Action, Multiplayer, Crime, Mature — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs BeamNG.drive: $19.79 — $5.20 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with BeamNG.drive:Third PersonFirst-PersonAutomobile SimRacingSandboxFunnyModdable
Common questions
What game is most like BeamNG.drive?
MudRunner, on the evidence we have. It both open world. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to BeamNG.drive" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with BeamNG.drive. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.