Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Jurassic World Evolution (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Jurassic World Evolution 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 Jurassic World Evolution on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: Jurassic World Evolution 2, which made by the same studio, Frontier Developments.
- Jurassic World Evolution is tagged Building, Dinosaurs, Simulation, Management, Strategy, Sandbox, Singleplayer, City Builder 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.
- 3 are from the same studio: Jurassic World Evolution 2, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo.
Why players value Jurassic World Evolution
The five things Steam players tag Jurassic World Evolution 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.
- Building
- Dinosaurs
- Simulation
- Management
- Strategy
| Reception | on Steam (87% of 55,272) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $44.99 |
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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Jurassic World Evolution 2
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Frontier Developments; both open world, survival, science fiction, atmospheric, strategy and relaxing; shares 13 player tags including Dinosaurs, Building and Simulation; released around the same time (2021).
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation.
Jurassic World Evolution 2 at a glance Released 2021 Studio Frontier Developments Player sentiment 90% positive of 47,023 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (90% of 47,023)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 5 of 5 — Building, Dinosaurs, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Dinosaurs, Building, Simulation, Management, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $59.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:DinosaursBuildingSimulationManagementSandboxStrategyCity BuilderEconomy
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Planetbase
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 9 player tags including City Builder, Strategy and Survival; released around the same time (2015).
Guide a group of space settlers trying to establish a base on a remote planet. Grow food, collect energy, mine resources, survive disasters and build a self-sufficient colony in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
Planetbase at a glance Released 2015 Studio Madruga Works Player sentiment 80% positive of 10,438 Price $7.49 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (80% of 10,438)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Colony Sim, City Builder, Base-Building, Space, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $7.49 — $37.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderStrategySurvivalSimulationSci-fiResource ManagementBuildingManagement
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Kingdoms and Castles
Why it matched: both open world, survival, strategy and relaxing; shares 10 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 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: City Builder, Colony Sim, Strategy, Medieval, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $19.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderStrategyBuildingSimulationSandboxResource ManagementSurvivalManagement
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Planet Coaster
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Frontier Developments; both open world, atmospheric, 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Management, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $44.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SimulationBuildingManagementSandboxStrategyEconomyGreat SoundtrackCity Builder
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Planet Zoo
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Frontier Developments; both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 10 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Management, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Nature — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $44.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:ManagementSimulationBuildingSandboxCity BuilderEconomyResource ManagementStrategy
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Surviving Mars
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction and strategy; shares 10 player tags including City Builder, Strategy and Survival; released around the same time (2018).
There will be challenges to overcome. Execute your strategy and improve your colony’s chances of survival while unlocking the mysteries of this alien world. Are you ready? Mars is waiting for you.
Surviving Mars at a glance Released 2018 Studio Haemimont Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 28,730 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (80% of 28,730)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Colony Sim, City Builder, Strategy, Survival, Space — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderStrategySurvivalSimulationSci-fiResource ManagementBuildingManagement
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Foundation
Why it matched: both open world, survival, atmospheric, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including City Builder, Simulation and Strategy.
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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Medieval, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $23.44 — $21.55 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderSimulationStrategySandboxResource ManagementManagementEconomyBuilding
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Fallout Shelter
Why it matched: both open world, survival, atmospheric, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Management and Simulation; released around the same time (2015).
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bethesda Game Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 82,585 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (88% of 82,585)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Free to Play, Base-Building, Survival, Post-apocalyptic, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: Free — free
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, monetisation inside the game, lost progress or broken saves (details)
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SurvivalManagementSimulationStrategyBuildingCasualSandboxGreat Soundtrack
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Dyson Sphere Program
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Building, Resource Management and Simulation; released around the same time (2021).
Build the most efficient intergalactic factory in space simulation strategy game Dyson Sphere Program! Harness the power of stars, collect resources, plan and design production lines and develop your interstellar factory from a small space workshop to a galaxy-wide industrial empire.
Dyson Sphere Program at a glance Released 2021 Studio Youthcat Studio Player sentiment 97% positive of 91,586 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (97% of 91,586)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Automation, Space, Base-Building, Building, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $19.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:BuildingResource ManagementSimulationSci-fiManagementSandboxCity BuilderStrategy
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Cities: Skylines II
Why it matched: both open world, atmospheric, 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 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $49.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderSimulationBuildingSandboxManagementEconomyStrategyResource Management
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Oxygen Not Included
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Survival, Resource Management and Building; 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Colony Sim, Base-Building, Survival, Resource Management, Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $24.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SurvivalResource ManagementBuildingManagementSimulationSandboxStrategySci-fi
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The Riftbreaker
Why it matched: both open world, survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Survival, Strategy and Resource Management; released around the same time (2021).
The Riftbreaker is a solo or Co-op base-building, survival game with Action-RPG elements for up to 4 players. Hack & slash countless hordes of enemies. Build up your base, craft powerful weapons and research new inventions to survive.
The Riftbreaker at a glance Released 2021 Studio EXOR Studios Player sentiment 90% positive of 24,729 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 24,729)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 3 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Strategy
Why players like it: Base-Building, Tower Defense, Survival, Strategy, Hack and Slash — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $8.99 — $36.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SurvivalStrategyResource ManagementSci-fiBuildingSandboxSimulation
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Dwarf Fortress
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and City Builder; released around the same time (2022).
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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Dwarf, Colony Sim, Strategy, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $29.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategySimulationCity BuilderSandboxManagementBuildingSurvivalResource Management
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Kingdom: Classic
Why it matched: both survival, atmospheric, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Building; released around the same time (2015).
Kingdom is a 2D sidescrolling strategy/resource management hybrid with a minimalist feel wrapped in a beautiful, modern pixel art aesthetic.
Kingdom: Classic at a glance Released 2015 Studio Noio Player sentiment 91% positive of 22,707 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (91% of 22,707)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Free to Play, Strategy, Singleplayer, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategySimulationBuildingManagementResource ManagementSurvivalCasualCity Builder
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Transport Fever 2
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 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 Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $39.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SimulationStrategyManagementCity BuilderEconomySandboxBuildingResource Management
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Against the Storm
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, City Builder and Simulation.
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Against the Storm at a glance Released 2023 Studio Eremite Games Player sentiment 94% positive of 37,338 Price $8.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 37,338)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Simulation, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $8.99 — $36.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategyCity BuilderSimulationManagementBuildingResource ManagementSurvivalSandbox
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Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and City Builder.
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic at a glance Released 2024 Studio 3Division Player sentiment 91% positive of 27,164 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (91% of 27,164)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Simulation, City Builder, Base-Building, Management — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $9.99 — $35.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategySimulationCity BuilderManagementBuildingSandboxSurvivalResource Management
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IXION
Why it matched: both survival, science fiction, atmospheric and strategy; shares 8 player tags including City Builder, Strategy and Survival; released around the same time (2022).
IXION is an unrelenting, city-building odyssey across the stars. As Administrator of the Tiqqun, DOLOS’ prototype space station, you are tasked with balancing preservation and exploration as you manage infrastructure, resources and crew. Can you keep the flame of humanity alight in the cold dark?
IXION at a glance Released 2022 Studio Bulwark Studios Player sentiment 79% positive of 17,614 Price $10.49 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: (79% of 17,614)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Space, City Builder, Strategy, Survival, Resource Management — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $10.49 — $34.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderStrategySurvivalResource ManagementBuildingSimulationEconomyManagement
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Manor Lords
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, City Builder and Simulation.
Manor Lords is a medieval strategy game featuring in-depth city building, large-scale tactical battles, and complex economic and social simulations. Rule your lands as a medieval lord – the seasons pass, the weather changes, and cities rise and fall.
Manor Lords at a glance Released 2024 Studio Slavic Magic Player sentiment 84% positive of 90,905 Price $25.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (84% of 90,905)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Simulation, Historical, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $25.99 — $19.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategyCity BuilderSimulationManagementBuildingResource ManagementSandboxSurvival
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Stronghold Crusader 2
Why it matched: both open world, survival, atmospheric and strategy; shares 7 player tags including Strategy, City Builder and Simulation; released around the same time (2014).
Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long awaited sequel to the original castle sim. After 12 years Stronghold returns to the desert with a new 3D engine and powerful Havok Physics. Crusader 2 recaptures the original game’s addictive, fast-paced gameplay and authentic castle simulation.
Stronghold Crusader 2 at a glance Released 2014 Studio Firefly Studios Player sentiment 72% positive of 18,080 Price $3.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: (72% of 18,080)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 3 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, Medieval, City Builder, RTS, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $3.99 — $41.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategyCity BuilderSimulationBuildingResource ManagementSandboxSurvival
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Anno 2205
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 9 player tags including City Builder, Strategy and Simulation; released around the same time (2015).
In Anno 2205™, you join humankind‘s next step into the future with the promise to build a better tomorrow. You conquer Earth, establishing rich, bustling cities and grand industrial complexes, but to secure the prosperity of your people, you must travel into space.
Anno 2205 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Blue Byte Player sentiment 70% positive of 6,335 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.4/10 · Steam: (70% of 6,335)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: City Builder, Strategy, Simulation, Futuristic, 4X — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $39.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:City BuilderStrategySimulationSci-fiEconomyResource ManagementManagementBuilding
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Anno 2070
Why it matched: both open world, science fiction and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Strategy, City Builder and Simulation.
Build your society of the future, colonize islands, and create sprawling megacities with multitudes of buildings, vehicles, and resources to manage.
Anno 2070 at a glance Released 2011 Studio Blue Byte Player sentiment 60% positive of 12,703 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.2/10 · Steam: (60% of 12,703)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Simulation, Futuristic, RTS — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $19.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:StrategyCity BuilderSimulationResource ManagementEconomyManagementSci-fiBuilding
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Factorio
Why it matched: both open world, survival and strategy; shares 8 player tags including Resource Management, Sandbox 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 Released 2016 Studio Wube software Player sentiment 98% positive of 233,978 Price $35.00 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (98% of 233,978)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Automation, Base-Building, Resource Management, Sandbox, Crafting — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Jurassic World Evolution: $35.00 — $9.99 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:Resource ManagementSandboxStrategySurvivalManagementBuildingSimulationCity Builder
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OpenTTD
Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Simulation, Building and Economy; released around the same time (2021).
OpenTTD is a business simulation game in which players earn money by transporting passengers and cargo via road, rail, water, and air. It is an open-source remake and expansion of the 1995 Chris Sawyer video game Transport Tycoon Deluxe.
OpenTTD at a glance Released 2021 Studio OpenTTD Player sentiment 95% positive of 16,952 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (95% of 16,952)
Matches Jurassic World Evolution on: 4 of 5 — Building, Simulation, Management, Strategy
Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Free to Play, Economy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Jurassic World Evolution:SimulationBuildingEconomySandboxManagementResource ManagementCity BuilderStrategy
Common questions
What game is most like Jurassic World Evolution?
Jurassic World Evolution 2, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Frontier Developments. 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 Jurassic World Evolution" 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 Jurassic World Evolution. 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 Jurassic World Evolution do?
Jurassic World Evolution 2, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo are also from Frontier Developments, 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.