Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Gold Mining Simulator (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Gold Mining 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.
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The short version
- Closest match: House Flipper, which both open world, strategy and relaxing.
- Gold Mining Simulator is tagged Simulation, Mining, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World, Indie, Driving, Sandbox 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 Gold Mining Simulator
The five things Steam players tag Gold Mining 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
- Mining
- Singleplayer
- Realistic
- Open World
| Reception | on Steam (73% of 16,382) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $19.99 |
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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House Flipper
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Building and Relaxing; 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Design & Illustration, Building, Singleplayer, Relaxing — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $24.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationBuildingRelaxingSandboxFirst-PersonManagementEconomyRealistic
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Farming Simulator 15
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Realistic; 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Farming Sim, Automobile Sim, Simulation, Multiplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $12.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:Automobile SimSimulationRealisticRelaxingDrivingEconomyManagementSandbox
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Farming Simulator 19
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Farming Sim, Multiplayer, Agriculture, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $17.99 — $2.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationRealisticDrivingManagementAutomobile SimRelaxingFirst-PersonEconomy
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Driving; published by the same company; 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Building, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingBuildingRealisticFirst-PersonSandboxManagement
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Planet Zoo
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Management, Simulation and Building; released around the same time (2019).
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 Released 2019 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 91% positive of 97,527 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (91% of 97,527)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Management, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Nature — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $44.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:ManagementSimulationBuildingSandboxEconomyRealisticStrategyRelaxing
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Transport Fever
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Sandbox, Building and Driving; 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 Released 2016 Studio Urban Games Player sentiment 83% positive of 10,841 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (83% of 10,841)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Flight, City Builder, Sandbox, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SandboxBuildingDrivingEconomyManagementStrategyRelaxingSimulation
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Automobile Sim, Simulation and Building; published by the same company; 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Singleplayer, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:Automobile SimSimulationBuildingDrivingFirst-PersonManagementRealisticFunny
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Planet Coaster
Why it matched: both open world, 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 Released 2016 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 91% positive of 72,148 Price $44.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 72,148)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic
Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Management, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $44.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationBuildingManagementSandboxRelaxingStrategyEconomyRealistic
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Euro Truck Simulator
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 10 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Driving, Open World, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $4.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonIndieRelaxingManagement
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Construction Simulator 2015
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Building and Automobile Sim; released around the same time (2014).
In Construction Simulator 2015, you take the controls of 16 realistic construction machines made by LIEBHERR, STILL and MAN with high-quality 3D graphics.
Construction Simulator 2015 at a glance Released 2014 Studio weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH Player sentiment 82% positive of 6,852 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (82% of 6,852)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Multiplayer, Open World, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationBuildingAutomobile SimDrivingRealisticManagementStrategySandbox
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Oxygen Not Included
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Building, Management and Simulation; released around the same time (2019).
Oxygen Not Included is a space-colony simulation game. Deep inside an alien space rock your industrious crew will need to master science, overcome strange new lifeforms, and harness incredible space tech to survive, and possibly, thrive.
Oxygen Not Included at a glance Released 2019 Studio Klei Entertainment Player sentiment 97% positive of 143,589 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (97% of 143,589)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Open World
Why players like it: Colony Sim, Base-Building, Survival, Resource Management, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $24.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:BuildingManagementSimulationSandboxStrategyIndieDifficultExploration
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Kerbal Space Program
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Sandbox and Building; 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Open World
Why players like it: Space, Simulation, Sandbox, Physics, Science — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationSandboxBuildingIndieExplorationFunnyDifficultStrategy
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Car Mechanic Simulator 2021
Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Automobile Sim and Realistic; published by the same company; released around the same time (2021).
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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Automobile Sim, Realistic, Sandbox, Moddable — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $24.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticSandboxDrivingFirst-PersonIndieStrategy
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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 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Farming Sim, Simulation, Automobile Sim, Multiplayer, Agriculture — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationAutomobile SimRealisticEconomyDrivingManagementFirst-PersonSandbox
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Transport Fever 2
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Management; released around the same time (2019).
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 Released 2019 Studio Urban Games Player sentiment 90% positive of 32,509 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (90% of 32,509)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationStrategyManagementEconomySandboxBuildingRealisticIndie
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Hydroneer
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Mining, Sandbox and Building; released around the same time (2020).
Hydroneer is a mining and base building sandbox. Dig for gold and other resources to turn a profit and enhance your mining operation. Build a base of operations, forge weapons, go fishing, and dig deep!
Hydroneer at a glance Released 2020 Studio Foulball Hangover Player sentiment 86% positive of 28,407 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (86% of 28,407)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Mining, Singleplayer, Open World
Why players like it: Base-Building, Mining, Automation, Sandbox, Co-op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:MiningSandboxBuildingFunnySimulationIndieFirst-PersonStrategy
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My Summer Car
Why it matched: both open world and difficult; shares 10 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 Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Automobile Sim, Simulation, Driving, Open World, Survival — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:Automobile SimSimulationDrivingRealisticFirst-PersonBuildingFunnySandbox
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Who's Your Daddy?!
Why it matched: both open world, strategy, relaxing and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Funny, First-Person and Simulation; released around the same time (2016).
Who's Your Daddy is a casual multiplayer game featuring a clueless father attempting to prevent his infant son from certain death. Play with up to 7 of your friends, and test your parenting skills in a competitive setup with wacky physics and over 67 potentially ominous household items.
Who's Your Daddy?! at a glance Released 2016 Studio Evil Tortilla Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 31,936 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (80% of 31,936)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Funny, Multiplayer, First-Person, Comedy, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:FunnyFirst-PersonSimulationStrategyIndieDifficultSandbox
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Prison Architect
Why it matched: both open world, 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 Released 2015 Studio Introversion Software Player sentiment 89% positive of 73,744 Price $5.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (89% of 73,744)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer
Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $5.99 — $14.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationBuildingSandboxStrategyManagementEconomyFunnyIndie
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Dwarf Fortress
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Sandbox.
Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world. Keep your dwarves happy, grow their community and beware of digging too deeply. The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created.
Dwarf Fortress at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bay 12 Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 31,446 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (95% of 31,446)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Open World
Why players like it: Dwarf, Colony Sim, Strategy, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:StrategySimulationSandboxManagementBuildingEconomyDifficultExploration
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Foundation
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Strategy and Sandbox.
Foundation is a grid-less, laidback medieval city-building game with a focus on organic development, monument construction and resource management.
Foundation at a glance Released 2025 Studio Polymorph Games Player sentiment 87% positive of 24,163 Price $23.44 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (87% of 24,163)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Open World
Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Medieval, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $23.44 — $3.45 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationStrategySandboxManagementRelaxingEconomyBuildingIndie
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Cities: Skylines II
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Building and Sandbox.
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 Released 2023 Studio Iceflake Studios Player sentiment 56% positive of 91,995 Price $49.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: (56% of 91,995)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $49.99 — $30.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:SimulationBuildingSandboxManagementEconomyStrategyRealisticRelaxing
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Kingdoms and Castles
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, Building and Simulation; 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 Released 2017 Studio Lion Shield, LLC Player sentiment 94% positive of 31,404 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (94% of 31,404)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Open World
Why players like it: City Builder, Colony Sim, Strategy, Medieval, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:StrategyBuildingSimulationSandboxManagementEconomyRelaxing
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Youtubers Life
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Management, Simulation and Funny; 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 Released 2017 Studio UPLAY Online Player sentiment 77% positive of 15,413 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (77% of 15,413)
Matches Gold Mining Simulator on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World
Why players like it: Management, Singleplayer, Life Sim, Character Customization, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Gold Mining Simulator: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Gold Mining Simulator:ManagementSimulationFunnyIndieStrategyRealisticSandbox
Common questions
What game is most like Gold Mining Simulator?
House Flipper, 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 Gold Mining 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 Gold Mining 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.