20 Games like The Sims

Ah, The Sims - the game that allows us to simulate a whole other life and ignore our real-life problems. For those who don't know, The Sims is a life simulation game where you can create your own Sim (aka virtual person) and guide them through their lives. You get to control their career, relationships, hobbies, and even their bathroom breaks. Sounds creepy, right? But that's the beauty of it. Players love The Sims because it offers a sense of control over something in a world where we often feel powerless. Plus, who doesn't love watching their Sims woohoo in a hot tub or start a heated fight with a neighbor? And on this website, you can find games similar to The Sims so you can continue living your virtual life to the fullest. Enjoy, my fellow Simmers!
Games like The Sims are shown below. The sorting is based on similarity which is highlighted on the left side.

Rating: 7.7/10

Platforms: PC, Mac, PS2

Release: 2000

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Games like The Sims general

In this list you find games that are similar to The Sims without any filter. The sorting is based on similarity which you see on the left side.

#1 The Sims 4

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, XSX, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 6.6/10

#2 SimCity 2000: Network Edition

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 1996
  • Rating: n/a

#3 The Sims 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, DS, Mac
  • Release: 2004
  • Rating: 8.3/10

#4 SimSafari

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 1998
  • Rating: 7/10

#5 SimCity BuildIt

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: n/a

#6 SimTown

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC
  • Release: 1995
  • Rating: 7/10

#7 School Tycoon

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 6.2/10

#8 The Sims 3

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android, 3DS, Wii, PS3, DS
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.3/10

#9 The Urbz: Sims in the City

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS2, Xbox 360, DS
  • Release: 2004
  • Rating: 7.1/10

#10 The Movies

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS2, Xbox 360, Mac, Console
  • Release: 2005
  • Rating: 7.4/10

#11 RollerCoaster Tycoon 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2002
  • Rating: 7/10

#12 Startup Company

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  • Platforms: Mac, PC, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: n/a

#13 SimCity 4

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 7.5/10

#14 SimCity Creator

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii, DS
  • Release: 2008
  • Rating: 7.2/10

#15 The Sims Bustin' Out

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS2
  • Release: 2003
  • Rating: 7.4/10

#16 Harvest Moon 64

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Wii U, Switch
  • Release: 1999
  • Rating: 7.1/10

#17 SimCity 3000 Unlimited

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2000
  • Rating: 7.2/10

#18 The Settlers II: Veni, Vidi, Vici

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC
  • Release: 1996
  • Rating: 8/10

#19 SimCoaster

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC
  • Release: 2001
  • Rating: 6.9/10

#20 SimCity 2000

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Console, Mac, PS3
  • Release: 1993
  • Rating: 7.3/10

5 Games like The Sims for iPhone / iPad

If you want to play a game like The Sims on your iOS system, so on iPhone or iPad, here is a list of five games that may fit.

Games like SimCity BuildIt
66% similar

SimCity BuildIt

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  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: n/a

Games like The Sims 3
65% similar

The Sims 3

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android, 3DS, Wii, PS3, DS
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.3/10

Games like Emergency HQ
58% similar

Emergency HQ

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: n/a

Games like RollerCoaster Tycoon: Classic
55% similar

RollerCoaster Tycoon: Classic

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, PC, Mac, Android
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 9.3/10

Games like High School Story
55% similar

High School Story

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  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2013
  • Rating: n/a

5 Games like The Sims for Android

If you are searching for a game like The Sims for your Android device like tablet or smartphone, this list may be interesting for you.

Games like SimCity BuildIt
66% similar

SimCity BuildIt

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: n/a

Games like The Sims 3
65% similar

The Sims 3

  • License: commercial
  • Platforms: PC, Xbox 360, Mac, iPhone / iPad, Android, 3DS, Wii, PS3, DS
  • Release: 2009
  • Rating: 8.3/10

Games like Emergency HQ
58% similar

Emergency HQ

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Switch, iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: n/a

Games like RollerCoaster Tycoon: Classic
55% similar

RollerCoaster Tycoon: Classic

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, PC, Mac, Android
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: 9.3/10

Games like High School Story
55% similar

High School Story

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: iPhone / iPad, Android
  • Release: 2013
  • Rating: n/a

5 Games like The Sims for Xbox

Here you find a list of games like The Sims that are playable on your Xbox or Xbox One.

Games like The Sims 4
71% similar

The Sims 4

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, XSX, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 6.6/10

Games like Startup Company
61% similar

Startup Company

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: n/a

Games like Zoo Tycoon
53% similar

Zoo Tycoon

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Xbox 360, Xbox One, PC
  • Release: 2001
  • Rating: 6.5/10

Games like Railway Empire 2
52% similar

Railway Empire 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS5, XSX, PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Industry Giant II
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Industry Giant II

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 7.7/10

5 Games like The Sims for PlayStation

Here you find a list of games like The Sims that are playable on your Playstation 3,4 or 5.

Games like The Sims 4
71% similar

The Sims 4

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, Mac, PS4, XSX, PS5, Xbox One
  • Release: 2014
  • Rating: 6.6/10

Games like Startup Company
61% similar

Startup Company

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: Mac, PC, Switch, XSX, PS5, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2017
  • Rating: n/a

Games like Harvest Moon: Back to Nature
52% similar

Harvest Moon: Back to Nature

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS4, PS5, PS3
  • Release: 1999
  • Rating: 7.4/10

Games like Railway Empire 2
52% similar

Railway Empire 2

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PS5, XSX, PC, Switch, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2023
  • Rating: 7/10

Games like Industry Giant II
50% similar

Industry Giant II

  • License: n/a
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One
  • Release: 2015
  • Rating: 7.7/10

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