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24 games like Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 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.
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The short version
- Closest match: Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, which made by the same studio, Red Dot Games.
- Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 is tagged Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable, Driving, Racing, 3D 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.
- 2 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 2 are from the same studio: Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, Car Mechanic Simulator 2015.
Why players value Car Mechanic Simulator 2021
The five things Steam players tag Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 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
- Automobile Sim
- Realistic
- Sandbox
- Moddable
| Reception | on Steam (96% of 38,510) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| 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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Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Red Dot Games; both open world and strategy; shares 10 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Building, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticRacingFirst-PersonSandboxEducation
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Red Dot Games; both open world, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Driving.
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Singleplayer, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingEducationRacingFirst-PersonPuzzleRealistic
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Teardown
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Sandbox, First-Person and Realistic; released around the same time (2022).
Prepare the perfect heist in a fully destructible, simulated voxel world. Tear down walls with vehicles or use explosives to create your own shortcuts. Shape the environment to your advantage in the most creative ways you can imagine. Play solo or with up to 12 players in multiplayer.
Teardown at a glance Released 2022 Studio Tuxedo Labs Player sentiment 96% positive of 135,539 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (96% of 135,539)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Destruction, Physics, Sandbox, Voxel, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SandboxFirst-PersonRealistic3DSimulationPuzzleDrivingIndie
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PC Building Simulator
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and puzzle; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Education and Immersive Sim; released around the same time (2019).
Build and grow your very own computer repair enterprise as you learn to diagnose, fix and build PCs. With real-world licensed components and comprehensive hardware and software simulation, you can plan and bring your ultimate PC to life.
PC Building Simulator at a glance Released 2019 Studio Claudiu Kiss Player sentiment 93% positive of 52,742 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (93% of 52,742)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Simulation, Education, Immersive Sim, Building, Management — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationEducationImmersive SimSandboxFirst-Person3DRealisticPuzzle
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House Flipper
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Sandbox and Education; published by the same company; released around the same time (2018).
House Flipper is a unique chance to become a one-man renovation crew. Buy, repair and remodel devastated houses. Give them a second life and sell them at a profit!
House Flipper at a glance Released 2018 Studio Empyrean Player sentiment 94% positive of 111,507 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (94% of 111,507)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Design & Illustration, Building, Singleplayer, Relaxing — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $24.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationSandboxEducationImmersive SimFirst-Person3DRealisticIndie
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Gold Mining Simulator
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Realistic and Indie; published by the same company; 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Simulation, Mining, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationRealisticIndieDrivingSandboxFirst-PersonStrategyAutomobile Sim
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Farming Simulator 19
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Simulation, Realistic and Driving; released around the same time (2018).
The best-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of the graphics engine, offering the most striking and immersive visuals and effects, along with the deepest and most complete farming experience ever.
Farming Simulator 19 at a glance Released 2018 Studio GIANTS Software Player sentiment 94% positive of 76,267 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (94% of 76,267)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Farming Sim, Multiplayer, Agriculture, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $17.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationRealisticDrivingAutomobile SimModdableFirst-PersonStrategy
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The Lab
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric, strategy and puzzle; shares 6 player tags including VR, First-Person and Sandbox.
Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve’s room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more. Still not sold? It’s free!
The Lab at a glance Released 2016 Studio Valve Player sentiment 95% positive of 6,671 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (95% of 6,671)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Sandbox
Why players like it: Free to Play, VR, Singleplayer, Action, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:VRFirst-PersonSandboxPuzzleStrategySimulation
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Ravenfield
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Sandbox, First-Person and Moddable; 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: FPS, War, Singleplayer, Shooter, Military — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $17.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SandboxFirst-PersonModdableStrategySimulationIndieRealistic
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MudRunner
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 8 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Offroad, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticModdableSandboxRacingFirst-Person
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SnowRunner
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2021).
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Adventure, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticSandboxFirst-PersonImmersive SimRacing
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Farming Simulator 17
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Realistic.
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Farming Sim, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Agriculture — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $14.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticDrivingModdableFirst-PersonSandboxStrategy
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Bus Simulator 18
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; released around the same time (2018).
Experience the job of a bus driver in a vast and freely drivable urban area. Drive original licensed city buses from the great brands: Mercedes-Benz, Setra, MAN, and IVECO BUS. Transport your passengers safely and punctually, either solo in single player mode, or in multiplayer mode.
Bus Simulator 18 at a glance Released 2018 Studio stillalive studios Player sentiment 81% positive of 13,663 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (81% of 13,663)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Multiplayer, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $14.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonStrategyModdableVR
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Used Cars Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Driving, Immersive Sim and Automobile Sim; published by the same company.
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Early Access, Driving, Immersive Sim, Trading, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $11.99 — $13.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:DrivingImmersive SimAutomobile SimSimulation3DRealisticRacingSandbox
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Train Simulator Classic
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Simulation, Driving and Realistic.
The ultimate railway hobby for more than 15 years! From historic steam locomotives to modern high-speed and heavy freight trains, and routes around the world, Train Simulator Classic is the simulation made by railfans for railfans.
Train Simulator Classic at a glance Released 2015 Studio Dovetail Games Player sentiment 72% positive of 29,408 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (72% of 29,408)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Trains, Singleplayer, Driving, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $29.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationDrivingRealisticModdableSandboxVRStrategy
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Dorfromantik
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and puzzle; shares 6 player tags including Puzzle, Strategy and Sandbox; released around the same time (2022).
Dorfromantik is a peaceful building strategy and puzzle game where you create a beautiful and ever-growing village landscape by placing tiles. Explore a variety of colorful biomes, discover and unlock new tiles and complete quests to fill your world with life!
Dorfromantik at a glance Released 2022 Studio Toukana Interactive Player sentiment 96% positive of 29,565 Price $9.09 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 29,565)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Sandbox
Why players like it: Puzzle, Relaxing, City Builder, Turn-Based Strategy, Board Game — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $9.09 — $15.90 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:PuzzleStrategySandboxSimulationIndie3D
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Assetto Corsa Competizione
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Racing, Automobile Sim and Simulation; released around the same time (2019).
Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame. Thanks to the extraordinary quality of simulation, you will experience the atmosphere of the GT3 championship. Compete against official drivers, teams, cars and official circuits reproduced to the highest quality ever seen.
Assetto Corsa Competizione at a glance Released 2019 Studio Kunos Simulazioni Player sentiment 93% positive of 48,018 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (93% of 48,018)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Moddable
Why players like it: Racing, Automobile Sim, Simulation, VR, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $39.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:RacingAutomobile SimSimulationVRDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonModdable
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Drug Dealer Simulator
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including Simulation, Indie and First-Person; released around the same time (2020).
Have you ever considered creating your own crime empire, without the legal and moral consequences? SIMULATE IT! Crawl into the dark alleys of the street business in this OG drug-dealing game, and make a fortune! A co-op sequel – DDS2 – is out NOW
Drug Dealer Simulator at a glance Released 2020 Studio Byterunners Player sentiment 86% positive of 21,029 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (86% of 21,029)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Simulation, Crime, Action, Indie, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationIndieFirst-PersonRealisticSandboxStrategy
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Hitman: Blood Money
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric, strategy and puzzle; shares 5 player tags including Sandbox, Puzzle and First-Person.
Money Talks. Silence Pays. Prepare to Make a Killing. When assassins from Agent 47's contract agency, The ICA, are eliminated in a series of hits, it seems a larger, more powerful agency has entered the fray. Sensing he may be a target, 47 travels to America, and prepares to make a killing.
Hitman: Blood Money at a glance Released 2006 Studio Feral Interactive Player sentiment 94% positive of 16,066 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (94% of 16,066)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Sandbox
Why players like it: Stealth, Action, Assassin, Singleplayer, Third Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $9.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SandboxPuzzleFirst-PersonStrategySimulation
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Moonbase Alpha
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and puzzle; shares 6 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Sandbox.
NASA has once again landed on the lunar surface with the goal of colonization, research, and further exploration. Shortly after the return to the Moon, NASA has established a small outpost on the south pole of the moon called Moonbase Alpha.
Moonbase Alpha at a glance Released 2010 Studio Virtual Heroes Player sentiment 91% positive of 12,875 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (91% of 12,875)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Space, Simulation, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationStrategySandboxRealisticFirst-PersonPuzzle
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Euro Truck Simulator
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving.
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $4.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonIndieModdableSandbox
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Stranded Deep
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric and strategy; shares 6 player tags including First-Person, Realistic and Sandbox; released around the same time (2022).
Take the role of a plane crash survivor stranded somewhere in the Pacific Ocean. Come face to face with some of the most life threatening scenarios that will result in a different experience each time you play. Scavenge. Discover. Survive.
Stranded Deep at a glance Released 2022 Studio Beam Team Games Player sentiment 74% positive of 47,793 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: (74% of 47,793)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Realistic, Sandbox
Why players like it: Open World Survival Craft, Survival, Multiplayer, Open World, Crafting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:First-PersonRealisticSandboxSimulationIndieStrategy
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City Car Driving
Why it matched: both open world; shares 10 player tags including Simulation, Driving and Automobile Sim.
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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Moddable
Why players like it: Simulation, Driving, Automobile Sim, Open World, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $24.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:SimulationDrivingAutomobile SimRealisticRacingVRFirst-PersonModdable
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The Escapists 2
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and puzzle; shares 5 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Indie; released around the same time (2017).
Craft, Steal, Brawl and Escape! It’s time to bust out of the toughest prisons in the world as you return to the life of an inmate in The Escapists 2, now with multiplayer! Have you got what it takes to escape?
The Escapists 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio Team17 Player sentiment 91% positive of 33,775 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 33,775)
Matches Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Sandbox
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Strategy, Pixel Graphics, Online Co-Op, Co-op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Car Mechanic Simulator 2021: $19.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Car Mechanic Simulator 2021:StrategySimulationIndieSandboxPuzzle
Common questions
What game is most like Car Mechanic Simulator 2021?
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Red Dot Games. 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021" 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 Car Mechanic Simulator 2021. 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.
What else did the makers of Car Mechanic Simulator 2021 do?
Car Mechanic Simulator 2018, Car Mechanic Simulator 2015 are also from Red Dot Games, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
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.