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24 games like Transport Fever 2 (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

Every game below overlaps with Transport Fever 2 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: Transport Fever, which made by the same studio, Urban Games.
  • Transport Fever 2 is tagged Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains, City Builder, Economy, 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.
  • 1 are from the same studio: Transport Fever.

Why players value Transport Fever 2

The five things Steam players tag Transport Fever 2 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.

  1. Simulation
  2. Strategy
  3. Management
  4. Transportation
  5. Trains
Transport Fever 2 at a glance
ReceptionVery Positive on Steam (90% of 32,509)
Watch-outsno widespread problems reported by players
Price$39.99

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

  1. 1

    Transport Fever

    Why it matched: made by the same studio, Urban Games; both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 13 player tags including Flight, City Builder and Sandbox; 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 10,841)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains

    Why players like it: Flight, City Builder, Sandbox, Building, Driving — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $29.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:FlightCity BuilderSandboxBuildingEconomyTrainsManagementTransportation

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  2. 2

    Cities: Skylines II

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 13 player tags including City Builder, Simulation and Building; released around the same time (2023).

    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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: Mixed (56% of 91,995)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation

    Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $49.99 — $10.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:City BuilderSimulationBuildingSandboxManagementEconomyStrategyRealistic

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  3. 3

    OpenTTD

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 13 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
    Released2021StudioOpenTTD
    Player sentiment95% positive of 16,952PriceNot listed

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 16,952)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains

    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 Transport Fever 2:SimulationBuildingEconomySandboxManagementTrainsTransportationResource Management

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  4. 4

    Prison Architect

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 11 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 73,744)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $5.99 — $34.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationBuildingSandboxStrategyManagementCity BuilderResource ManagementEconomy

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  5. 5

    Planet Zoo

    Why it matched: 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
    Released2019StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 97,527Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 97,527)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Management, Simulation, Building, Sandbox, Nature — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $44.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:ManagementSimulationBuildingSandboxCity BuilderEconomyRealisticResource Management

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  6. 6

    Airport CEO

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 12 player tags including Flight, Resource Management and Moddable; released around the same time (2021).

    Build and manage an international airport!

    Airport CEO at a glance
    Released2021StudioApog Labs
    Player sentiment83% positive of 8,337Price$24.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 8,337)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation

    Why players like it: Flight, Resource Management, Moddable, Management, Simulation — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $24.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:FlightResource ManagementModdableManagementSimulationBuildingStrategySandbox

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  7. 7

    Train Simulator Classic

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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (72% of 29,408)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Transportation, Trains

    Why players like it: Simulation, Trains, Singleplayer, Driving, Realistic — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $29.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationTrainsRealisticCasualBuildingModdableSandboxTransportation

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  8. 8

    Construction Simulator 2015

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

    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
    Released2014Studioweltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH
    Player sentiment82% positive of 6,852Price$14.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 6,852)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Multiplayer, Open World, Automobile Sim — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $14.99 — $25.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationBuildingCasualRealisticManagementStrategySandboxCity Builder

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  9. 9

    Dyson Sphere Program

    Why it matched: both open world, 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
    Released2021StudioYouthcat Studio
    Player sentiment97% positive of 91,586Price$19.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (97% of 91,586)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Automation, Space, Base-Building, Building, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:BuildingResource ManagementSimulationManagementSandboxCity BuilderStrategyIndie

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  10. 10

    Jurassic World Evolution 2

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Building, Simulation and Management; 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
    Released2021StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment90% positive of 47,023Price$59.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 47,023)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Dinosaurs, Building, Simulation, Management, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $59.99 — $20.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:BuildingSimulationManagementSandboxStrategyCity BuilderEconomyResource Management

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  11. 11

    Jurassic World Evolution

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 55,272)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Building, Dinosaurs, Simulation, Management, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $44.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:BuildingSimulationManagementStrategySandboxCity BuilderEconomyResource Management

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  12. 12

    SimCity 4

    Why it matched: both open world, 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (82% of 9,833)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: City Builder, Immersive Sim, Base-Building, Building, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install (details)

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:City BuilderBuildingSandboxEconomyManagementStrategySimulationCasual

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  13. 13

    Factorio

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 10 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
    Released2016StudioWube software
    Player sentiment98% positive of 233,978Price$35.00

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (98% of 233,978)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 4 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Trains

    Why players like it: Automation, Base-Building, Resource Management, Sandbox, Crafting — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $35.00 — $4.99 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:Resource ManagementSandboxStrategyManagementBuildingModdableTrainsSimulation

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  14. 14

    House Flipper

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 9 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 111,507)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 2 of 5 — Simulation, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Design & Illustration, Building, Singleplayer, Relaxing — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $24.99 — $15.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationBuildingSandboxCasualManagementEconomyRealisticIndie

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  15. 15

    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
    Released2016StudioFrontier Developments
    Player sentiment91% positive of 72,148Price$44.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (91% of 72,148)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Building, Management, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $44.99 — $5.00 pricier

    Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationBuildingManagementSandboxStrategyEconomyRealisticCity Builder

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  16. 16

    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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 5,244)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Management, Sandbox, Building, Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationManagementSandboxBuildingStrategyEconomyModdableCity Builder

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  17. 17

    Foundation

    Why it matched: both open world, 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
    Released2025StudioPolymorph Games
    Player sentiment87% positive of 24,163Price$23.44

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (87% of 24,163)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: City Builder, Simulation, Medieval, Strategy, Sandbox — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $23.44 — $16.55 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:City BuilderSimulationStrategySandboxResource ManagementManagementEconomyBuilding

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  18. 18

    Kingdoms and Castles

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 31,404)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: City Builder, Colony Sim, Strategy, Medieval, Building — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:City BuilderStrategyBuildingSimulationSandboxResource ManagementManagementEconomy

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  19. 19

    Railway Empire

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 10 player tags including Strategy, Simulation and Management; released around the same time (2018).

    In Railway Empire, you will create an elaborate and wide-ranging rail network, purchase over 40 different trains modelled in extraordinary detail, and buy or build railway stations, maintenance buildings, factories and tourist attractions to keep your travel network ahead of the competition.

    Railway Empire at a glance
    Released2018StudioGaming Minds Studios
    Player sentiment83% positive of 9,712Price$29.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 9,712)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 5 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management, Transportation, Trains

    Why players like it: Strategy, Simulation, Management, Trains, Economy — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $29.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:StrategySimulationManagementTrainsEconomyBuildingSandboxTransportation

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  20. 20

    Youtubers Life

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (77% of 15,413)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Management, Singleplayer, Life Sim, Character Customization, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $9.99 — $30.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:ManagementCasualSimulationIndieResource ManagementStrategyRealisticSandbox

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  21. 21

    Gold Mining Simulator

    Why it matched: both open world, strategy and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Simulation, Realistic and Indie; 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.5/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (73% of 16,382)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Mining, Singleplayer, Realistic, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationRealisticIndieSandboxEconomyBuildingStrategyManagement

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  22. 22

    Dwarf Fortress

    Why it matched: both open world 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
    Released2022StudioBay 12 Games
    Player sentiment95% positive of 31,446Price$29.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 31,446)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Dwarf, Colony Sim, Strategy, Simulation, Base-Building — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $29.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:StrategySimulationCity BuilderSandboxManagementBuildingResource ManagementEconomy

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  23. 23

    Against the Storm

    Why it matched: both open world and strategy; shares 9 player tags including Strategy, City Builder and Simulation; released around the same time (2023).

    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
    Released2023StudioEremite Games
    Player sentiment94% positive of 37,338Price$8.99

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 37,338)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Strategy, City Builder, Simulation, Base-Building, Colony Sim — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $8.99 — $31.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:StrategyCity BuilderSimulationManagementBuildingResource ManagementSandboxModdable

    Full entryGames like this oneStore page

  24. 24

    Two Point Hospital

    Why it matched: both open world, 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

    Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 34,935)

    Matches Transport Fever 2 on: 3 of 5 — Simulation, Strategy, Management

    Why players like it: Simulation, Management, Medical Sim, Building, Funny — the tags Steam players apply most

    Price vs Transport Fever 2: $29.99 — $10.00 cheaper

    Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players

    Shared with Transport Fever 2:SimulationManagementBuildingStrategySandboxIndieCasualCity Builder

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Common questions

What game is most like Transport Fever 2?

Transport Fever, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Urban Games. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.

How is "similar to Transport Fever 2" 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 Transport Fever 2. 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 Transport Fever 2 do?

Transport Fever is also from Urban Games, and appears 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.

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