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24 games like Construction Simulator 2015 (2026)

Recomputed 2 September 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Construction Simulator 2015 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 short version

  • Closest match: Farming Simulator 15, which both open world, strategy and relaxing.
  • Construction Simulator 2015 is tagged Simulation, Building, Multiplayer, Open World, Automobile Sim, Driving, Singleplayer, Casual 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.

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

  1. 1

    Farming Simulator 15

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 10 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
    Released2014StudioGIANTS Software
    Player sentiment93% positive of 15,855Price$12.99

    Automobile SimSimulationModdableRealisticDrivingManagementSandboxMod

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  2. 2

    Transport Fever 2

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 10 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management.

    The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way!

    Transport Fever 2 at a glance
    Released2019StudioUrban Games
    Player sentiment90% positive of 32,509Price$39.99

    SimulationStrategyManagementCity BuilderSandboxBuildingRealisticModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  3. 3

    Cities: Skylines II

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 10 player tags including City Builder, Simulation and Building.

    Raise a city from the ground up and transform it into a thriving metropolis with the most realistic city builder ever. Push your creativity and problem-solving to build on a scale you've never experienced. With deep simulation and a living economy, this is world-building without limits.

    Cities: Skylines II at a glance
    Released2023StudioIceflake Studios
    Player sentiment56% positive of 91,995Price$49.99

    City BuilderSimulationBuildingSandboxManagementStrategyRealisticModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  4. 4

    Transport Fever

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including City Builder, Sandbox and Building; released around the same time (2016).

    Transport Fever is a railroad-focused tycoon game. Players start in 1850 and build up a thriving transport company. As an emerging transport tycoon, the player constructs stations, airports, harbors and makes money by connecting areas requiring transport services. Build up your own Empire!

    Transport Fever at a glance
    Released2016StudioUrban Games
    Player sentiment83% positive of 10,841Price$29.99

    City BuilderSandboxBuildingDrivingManagementStrategySimulationRealistic

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  5. 5

    Train Simulator Classic

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Driving and Realistic; released around the same time (2015).

    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
    Released2015StudioDovetail Games
    Player sentiment72% positive of 29,408Price$29.99

    SimulationDrivingRealisticCasualBuildingModdableSandboxCity Builder

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  6. 6

    Car Mechanic Simulator 2018

    Why it matched: 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
    Released2017StudioRed Dot Games
    Player sentiment91% positive of 56,552Price$19.99

    SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingBuildingRealisticSandboxCraftingModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  7. 7

    RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Platinum

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Management and Sandbox.

    Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 Platinum combines the excitement of rollercoasters with the fun of a great strategy simulation. RCT3 Platinum combines the roller coaster theme park fun of the Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 with included expansion packs Soaked! and Wild! Now enjoy more options than ever.

    RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Platinum at a glance
    Released2008StudioFrontier
    Player sentiment92% positive of 5,244PriceNot listed

    SimulationManagementSandboxBuildingStrategyFamily FriendlyModdableCity Builder

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  8. 8

    Planet Zoo

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Management, Simulation and Building.

    Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.

    Planet Zoo at a glance
    Released2019StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 97,527Price$44.99

    ManagementSimulationBuildingSandboxCity BuilderRealisticFamily FriendlyStrategy

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  9. 9

    Farming Simulator 19

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 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
    Released2018StudioGIANTS Software
    Player sentiment94% positive of 76,267Price$17.99

    SimulationRealisticDrivingManagementAutomobile SimModdableFamily FriendlyStrategy

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  10. 10

    Gold Mining Simulator

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; 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
    Released2017StudioCode Horizon
    Player sentiment73% positive of 16,382Price$19.99

    SimulationRealisticDrivingSandboxBuildingStrategyManagementAutomobile Sim

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  11. 11

    SimCity 4

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 10 player tags including City Builder, Building and Sandbox.

    SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition includes the bestselling SimCity 4 and the all-new SimCity 4 Rush Hour Expansion Pack. Create the most massive region of cities ever, with a farming town, bedroom community, high-tech commercial center, and industrial backbone.

    SimCity 4 at a glance
    Released2003StudioMaxis
    Player sentiment82% positive of 9,833Price$19.99

    City BuilderBuildingSandboxManagementStrategySimulationCasualRealistic

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  12. 12

    Euro Truck Simulator 2

    Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Driving, Simulation and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2012).

    Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.

    Euro Truck Simulator 2 at a glance
    Released2012StudioSCS Software
    Player sentiment97% positive of 940,049Price$19.99

    DrivingSimulationAutomobile SimRealisticModdableManagementControllerFamily Friendly

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  13. 13

    Farming Simulator 17

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 9 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
    Released2016StudioGIANTS Software
    Player sentiment93% positive of 25,933Price$14.99

    SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticDrivingModdableManagementFamily FriendlySandbox

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  14. 14

    Car Mechanic Simulator 2015

    Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Building; 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
    Released2015StudioRed Dot Games
    Player sentiment92% positive of 14,625Price$19.99

    Automobile SimSimulationBuildingDrivingManagementRealisticCasualMod

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  15. 15

    Planet Coaster

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Building and Management; released around the same time (2016).

    Planet Coaster® - the future of coaster park simulation games has arrived! Surprise, delight and thrill incredible crowds as you build your coaster park empire - let your imagination run wild, and share your success with the world.

    Planet Coaster at a glance
    Released2016StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 72,148Price$44.99

    SimulationBuildingManagementSandboxFamily FriendlyStrategyRealisticCity Builder

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  16. 16

    Bus Simulator 18

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; published by the same company; 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
    Released2018Studiostillalive studios
    Player sentiment81% positive of 13,663Price$14.99

    SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticManagementStrategyModModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  17. 17

    Kingdoms and Castles

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including City Builder, Strategy and Building; released around the same time (2017).

    Kingdoms and Castles is a city-building simulation game about growing a kingdom from a tiny hamlet to a sprawling city and imposing castle. Make trade agreements, alliance, and war with neighboring AI controlled kingdoms. Each villager and resource is individually simulated.

    Kingdoms and Castles at a glance
    Released2017StudioLion Shield, LLC
    Player sentiment94% positive of 31,404Price$19.99

    City BuilderStrategyBuildingSimulationSandboxManagementCrafting

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  18. 18

    Jurassic World Evolution

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Building, Simulation and Management; released around the same time (2018).

    Place yourself at the heart of the Jurassic franchise and build your own Jurassic World. Bioengineer dinosaurs that think, feel and react intelligently to the world around them and face threats posed by espionage, breakouts and devastating tropical storms in an uncertain world where life always finds a way.

    Jurassic World Evolution at a glance
    Released2018StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment87% positive of 55,272Price$44.99

    BuildingSimulationManagementStrategySandboxCity BuilderCasual

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  19. 19

    Youtubers Life

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Management, Casual and Simulation; released around the same time (2017).

    Become the most successful youtuber on the planet! Create videos, get subscribers, attend events, interact with your fans… and grow your channel. Live a youtuber’s life!

    Youtubers Life at a glance
    Released2017StudioUPLAY Online
    Player sentiment77% positive of 15,413Price$9.99

    ManagementCasualSimulationFamily FriendlyStrategyRealisticSandbox

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  20. 20

    Factorio

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, Crafting and Strategy; released around the same time (2016).

    Factorio is a game about building and creating automated factories to produce items of increasing complexity, within an infinite 2D world. Use your imagination to design your factory, combine simple elements into ingenious structures, and finally protect it from the creatures who don't really like you.

    Factorio at a glance
    Released2016StudioWube software
    Player sentiment98% positive of 233,978Price$35.00

    SandboxCraftingStrategyManagementBuildingModdableSimulationCity Builder

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  21. 21

    American Truck Simulator

    Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Automobile Sim, Driving and Simulation; released around the same time (2016).

    Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.

    American Truck Simulator at a glance
    Released2016StudioSCS Software
    Player sentiment97% positive of 195,613Price$19.99

    Automobile SimDrivingSimulationRealisticModdableManagementCasualFamily Friendly

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  22. 22

    House Flipper

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Building and Sandbox; 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
    Released2018StudioEmpyrean
    Player sentiment94% positive of 111,507Price$24.99

    SimulationBuildingSandboxCasualManagementFamily FriendlyRealisticModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  23. 23

    Two Point Hospital

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Management and Building; released around the same time (2018).

    Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County.

    Two Point Hospital at a glance
    Released2018StudioTwo Point Studios
    Player sentiment92% positive of 34,935Price$29.99

    SimulationManagementBuildingStrategySandboxCasualCity BuilderFamily Friendly

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  24. 24

    Prison Architect

    Why it matched: both strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Building and Sandbox; released around the same time (2015).

    Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.

    Prison Architect at a glance
    Released2015StudioIntroversion Software
    Player sentiment89% positive of 73,744Price$5.99

    SimulationBuildingSandboxStrategyManagementCity BuilderModdableCasual

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

Common questions

What game is most like Construction Simulator 2015?

Farming Simulator 15, on the evidence we have. It both open world, strategy and relaxing. 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 Construction Simulator 2015" 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 Construction Simulator 2015. 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.

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