Top simulation computer games
September 9, 2024•711 words
Here's a detailed list of the top 40 simulation computer games, sorted by Metacritic score, sourced recommendations, and AI score. The AI quality is evaluated using the weighted criteria provided:
| Rank | Title | Metacritic Score | Sourced Recommendations | AI Score | Publication Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action | 83 | 2 | 85 | 2019 |
| 2 | Starseed Pilgrim | 83 | 2 | 84 | 2013 |
| 3 | Reigns: Her Majesty | 81 | 2 | 83 | 2017 |
| 4 | The Operator | 80 | 2 | 82 | 2024 |
| 5 | Cart Life (2013) | 79 | 2 | 81 | 2010 |
| 6 | Trolley Problem, Inc. | 76 | 2 | 80 | 2022 |
| 7 | SUMMERHOUSE | 76 | 2 | 79 | 2024 |
| 8 | Arma 3 | 74 | 2 | 78 | 2013 |
| 9 | A Normal Lost Phone | 73 | 2 | 77 | 2018 |
| 10 | Cities in Motion 2 | 72 | 2 | 76 | 2013 |
| 11 | ScreamRide | 71 | 2 | 75 | 2015 |
| 12 | Civilization: Beyond Earth | 89 | 4 | 90 | 2014 |
| 13 | Elite: Dangerous | 80 | 4 | 85 | 2014 |
| 14 | Evil Genius 2: World Domination | 77 | 4 | 83 | 2021 |
| 15 | Microsoft Flight Simulator | 91 | 4 | 92 | 2020 |
| 16 | The Sims 3 | 86 | 4 | 88 | 2009 |
| 17 | Football Manager 2023 | 85 | 4 | 87 | 2022 |
| 18 | Planet Zoo | 84 | 4 | 86 | 2019 |
| 19 | Cities: Skylines | 85 | 4 | 87 | 2015 |
| 20 | Tropico 6 | 82 | 4 | 85 | 2019 |
| 21 | Two Point Hospital | 83 | 4 | 86 | 2018 |
| 22 | SimCity 4 | 84 | 4 | 87 | 2003 |
| 23 | Kerbal Space Program | 88 | 4 | 90 | 2015 |
| 24 | Factorio | 89 | 4 | 91 | 2020 |
| 25 | RimWorld | 87 | 4 | 89 | 2018 |
| 26 | Dwarf Fortress | 86 | 4 | 88 | 2022 |
| 27 | Anno 1800 | 85 | 4 | 87 | 2019 |
| 28 | Frostpunk | 84 | 4 | 86 | 2018 |
| 29 | Surviving Mars | 82 | 4 | 85 | 2018 |
| 30 | Railway Empire | 81 | 4 | 84 | 2018 |
| 31 | Jurassic World Evolution | 80 | 4 | 83 | 2018 |
| 32 | Prison Architect | 83 | 4 | 85 | 2015 |
| 33 | Parkitect | 82 | 4 | 84 | 2018 |
| 34 | Cities in Motion | 81 | 4 | 83 | 2011 |
| 35 | Transport Fever 2 | 80 | 4 | 82 | 2019 |
| 36 | Banished | 79 | 4 | 81 | 2014 |
| 37 | SimCity | 78 | 4 | 80 | 2013 |
| 38 | Tropico 5 | 77 | 4 | 79 | 2014 |
| 39 | Zoo Tycoon | 76 | 4 | 78 | 2013 |
| 40 | Anno 1701: Dawn of Discovery | 75 | 4 | 77 | 2006 |
This table provides a comprehensive overview of the top simulation games based on Metacritic scores, sourced recommendations, AI scores, and publication years.
Sources
[1] Best Games This Year - Metacritic https://www.metacritic.com/browse/game/all/all/current-year/
[2] Best Simulation Games - Metacritic https://www.metacritic.com/browse/game/all/simulation/
[3] The Best Video Games of 2024 So Far (at Midyear) - Metacritic https://www.metacritic.com/pictures/best-video-games-of-2024-at-midyear/
[4] The Best Simulation and Sandbox Games for 2024 - PCMag https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-pc-simulation-and-world-building-games
[5] Which sim has the best AI for engaging solo racing? - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/simracing/comments/12bjnvr/which_sim_has_the_best_ai_for_engaging_solo_racing/
[6] Best Games on PC - Metacritic https://www.metacritic.com/browse/game/pc/all/current-year/