Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Dude Simulator (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Dude Simulator 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 Dude Simulator on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: BONEWORKS, which both open world.
- Dude Simulator is tagged Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Funny, Indie, Sandbox, Action, Multiplayer 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.
Why players value Dude Simulator
The five things Steam players tag Dude Simulator 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
- Adventure
- Open World
- Funny
- Indie
| Reception | on Steam (62% of 2,068) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $4.99 |
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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BONEWORKS
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Physics, Sandbox and Shooter; released around the same time (2019).
BONEWORKS is an Experimental Physics VR Adventure. Use found physics weapons, tools, and objects to fight across dangerous playscapes and mysterious architecture.
BONEWORKS at a glance Released 2019 Studio Stress Level Zero Player sentiment 92% positive of 36,454 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (92% of 36,454)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: VR, Physics, Action, Sandbox, Shooter — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:PhysicsSandboxShooterFirst-PersonSimulationViolentIndieGore
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Garry's Mod
Why it matched: both open world; shares 9 player tags including Sandbox, Physics and Funny.
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 Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Sandbox, Moddable, Multiplayer, Physics, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $9.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxPhysicsFunnyFirst-PersonSimulationComedyShooterIndie
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Hot Dogs, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, Physics and Shooter.
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 Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Sandbox, VR, Physics, Shooter, FPS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxPhysicsShooterSimulationFirst-PersonFunnyComedyIndie
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Ravenfield
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Shooter, Sandbox and First-Person; 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 Dude Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: FPS, War, Singleplayer, Shooter, Military — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $17.99 — $13.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:ShooterSandboxFirst-PersonFunnySimulationIndiePhysics
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Kerbal Space Program
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Sandbox and Physics; released around the same time (2015).
In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.
Kerbal Space Program at a glance Released 2015 Studio Squad Player sentiment 96% positive of 146,438 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (96% of 146,438)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Space, Simulation, Sandbox, Physics, Science — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $39.99 — $35.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationSandboxPhysicsIndieExplorationFunnyReplay ValueComedy
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Just Cause 4 Reloaded
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Sandbox, Shooter and Physics; released around the same time (2018).
Rogue agent Rico Rodriguez journeys to Solis, a huge South American world home of conflict, oppression and extreme weather conditions. Strap into your wingsuit, equip your fully customizable grappling hook, and get ready to bring the thunder!
Just Cause 4 Reloaded at a glance Released 2018 Studio Avalanche Studios Player sentiment 62% positive of 32,247 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.1/10 · Steam: (62% of 32,247)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Adventure, Open World, Funny
Why players like it: Open World, Action, Destruction, Singleplayer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxShooterPhysicsViolentFunnyGoreComedy
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People Playground
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, Gore and Physics; released around the same time (2019).
Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.
People Playground at a glance Released 2019 Studio mestiez Player sentiment 98% positive of 317,401 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.9/10 · Steam: (98% of 317,401)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Sandbox, Gore, Physics, Blood, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $9.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxGorePhysicsViolentSimulationFunnyIndieComedy
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The Forest
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including First-Person, Exploration and Sandbox; released around the same time (2018).
As the lone survivor of a passenger jet crash, you find yourself in a mysterious forest battling to stay alive against a society of cannibalistic mutants. Build, explore, survive in this terrifying first person survival horror simulator.
The Forest at a glance Released 2018 Studio Endnight Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 680,814 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (96% of 680,814)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Indie
Why players like it: Open World Survival Craft, Survival, Open World, Horror, Crafting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Dude Simulator:First-PersonExplorationSandboxSimulationGoreIndie
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Wreckfest
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Simulation, Physics and Indie; released around the same time (2018).
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 Dude Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Open World, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Racing, Destruction, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationPhysicsIndieFunnyArcadeSandbox
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Thief Simulator
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Simulation, First-Person and Indie; released around the same time (2018).
Become the best thief. Gather intel, steal things and sell them to buy hi-tech equipment. Do everything that a real thief does.
Thief Simulator at a glance Released 2018 Studio Noble Muffins Player sentiment 88% positive of 39,806 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (88% of 39,806)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Simulation, Stealth, Singleplayer, Crime, First-Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationFirst-PersonIndieSandboxFunnyExploration
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Blade and Sorcery
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Sandbox, Gore and Violent.
Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies.
Blade and Sorcery at a glance Released 2024 Studio WarpFrog Player sentiment 97% positive of 62,074 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (97% of 62,074)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: VR, Swordplay, Moddable, Sandbox, Gore — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxGoreViolentPhysicsSimulationFightingFirst-PersonIndie
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GoreBox
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 7 player tags including Gore, Sandbox and Violent.
GoreBox is a chaotic physics-driven sandbox where creativity meets destruction. Use the Reality Crusher to spawn, manipulate, and obliterate anything. Customize, roleplay, or face devious creatures. In this world, your imagination rules, and chaos is your playground!
GoreBox at a glance Released 2023 Studio F2Games Player sentiment 84% positive of 24,769 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (84% of 24,769)
Matches Dude Simulator on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Gore, Sandbox, Violent, Physics, FPS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $8.99 — $4.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:GoreSandboxViolentPhysicsShooterFirst-PersonExploration
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Insurgency: Sandstorm
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Shooter, First-Person and Gore; released around the same time (2018).
Insurgency: Sandstorm is a hardcore tactical FPS built on lethal close-quarters combat and ruthless intensity. Every bullet count, every step matters, and teamwork is your only path to survival in the brutality of modern warfare.
Insurgency: Sandstorm at a glance Released 2018 Studio New World Interactive Player sentiment 85% positive of 133,079 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (85% of 133,079)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Open World, Indie
Why players like it: FPS, Realistic, Shooter, Military, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:ShooterFirst-PersonGoreViolentSimulationIndie
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Just Cause 3
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Shooter, Sandbox and Exploration; released around the same time (2015).
With over 1000 km² of complete freedom from sky to seabed, Rico Rodriguez returns to unleash chaos in the most creative and explosive ways imaginable.
Just Cause 3 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Avalanche Studios Player sentiment 84% positive of 127,859 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (84% of 127,859)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Adventure, Open World, Funny
Why players like it: Open World, Action, Destruction, Third-Person Shooter, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:ShooterSandboxExplorationPhysicsFunnyComedy
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NightClub Simulator
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Physics, Sandbox and Violent.
Step into the wild world of Nightclub Simulator VR! Experience an exclusive party where you can dance, mingle, fight, or flirt your way through a chaotic nightclub scene. Interact with lifelike NPCs, build relationships, cause a little mayhem, or just enjoy the music. Your night, your rules..
NightClub Simulator at a glance Released 2026 Studio mandegames Player sentiment 92% positive of 907 Price $7.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (92% of 907)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Open World, Indie
Why players like it: VR, Action, Physics, 3D Fighter, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $7.99 — $3.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:PhysicsSandboxViolentIndieGoreSimulationShooter
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Saints Row: Gat out of Hell
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Comedy, Funny and Shooter; released around the same time (2015).
Join Johnny Gat & Kinzie Kensington as you tear apart Hell in a quest to save the Boss’ soul. Historical icons, old friends, older enemies, a talking gun, a full length musical number & a whole lot more shenanigans await!
Saints Row: Gat out of Hell at a glance Released 2015 Studio Deep Silver Volition Player sentiment 75% positive of 9,775 Price $3.74 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (75% of 9,775)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Adventure, Open World, Funny
Why players like it: Action, Open World, Comedy, Co-op, Third Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $3.74 — $1.25 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:ComedyFunnyShooterSandboxGoreViolent
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Will To Live Online
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 6 player tags including Shooter, First-Person and Exploration; released around the same time (2018).
Will To Live is a MMORPG-shooter whose action takes place in a severe post-apocalyptic world. Explore the world, engage in fights with mutants and other survivors, join the clans in the struggle for existence and prove your right to Live.
Will To Live Online at a glance Released 2018 Studio AlphaSoft LLC Player sentiment 69% positive of 18,389 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (69% of 18,389)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 2 of 5 — Open World, Indie
Why players like it: Survival, Free to Play, Multiplayer, Open World, Post-apocalyptic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:ShooterFirst-PersonExplorationGoreViolentIndie
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Anarchy Arcade
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including Sandbox, Indie and Simulation; released around the same time (2014).
Turn your entire digital life into a game. AArcade is a 3D desktop that launches shortcuts to absolutely anything you like. Join the anarchy of the persistent online metaverse, or remain in your own private reality. Casual in-game building features, plus hundreds of thousands of addons.
Anarchy Arcade at a glance Released 2014 Studio Elijah Newman-Gomez Player sentiment 68% positive of 2,197 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.8/10 · Steam: (68% of 2,197)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Free to Play, Sandbox, Indie, Multiplayer, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxIndieSimulationArcadeFunnyFirst-PersonComedy
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Universe Sandbox
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Sandbox, Simulation and Physics; released around the same time (2015).
Create & destroy on an unimaginable scale with a realistic physics-based space simulator. Explore the beauty of our universe and the fragility of our planet. Use science to bend the laws of gravity, collide planets, boil away oceans, fire epic space lasers, and customize your universe.
Universe Sandbox at a glance Released 2015 Studio Giant Army Player sentiment 96% positive of 32,082 Price $20.09 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 32,082)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Open World, Indie
Why players like it: Sandbox, Space, Simulation, Physics, Science — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $20.09 — $15.10 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SandboxSimulationPhysicsIndieExploration
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X-Plane 11
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Physics and First-Person; 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 Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Flight, Realistic, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationPhysicsFirst-PersonSandboxExploration
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MudRunner
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Physics and Sandbox; 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 Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World
Why players like it: Offroad, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationPhysicsSandboxExplorationFirst-Person
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SnowRunner
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Simulation, Exploration and Sandbox; 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 Dude Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Adventure, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $29.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationExplorationSandboxFirst-PersonPhysics
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Drug Dealer Simulator
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 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 Dude Simulator on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Funny, Indie
Why players like it: Simulation, Crime, Action, Indie, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $19.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Dude Simulator:SimulationIndieFirst-PersonSandboxFunny
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No Man's Sky
Why it matched: both open world and atmospheric; shares 5 player tags including Exploration, First-Person and Sandbox; released around the same time (2016).
No Man's Sky is a game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.
No Man's Sky at a glance Released 2016 Studio Hello Games Player sentiment 85% positive of 414,641 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (85% of 414,641)
Matches Dude Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Adventure, Open World, Indie
Why players like it: Open World, Open World Survival Craft, Space, Exploration, Sci-fi — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Dude Simulator: $59.99 — $55.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Dude Simulator:ExplorationFirst-PersonSandboxIndieSimulation
Common questions
What game is most like Dude Simulator?
BONEWORKS, 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 Dude Simulator" 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 Dude Simulator. 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.