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SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeTacticalSci-FiPost-Apocalyptic
IGDB84· 9OC86· 121
Year 2019Dev Vanillaware · AtlusOn PS4 · Switch
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More about this game →Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.
We filtered the 25 games similar to Deskworm down to the 10 that fit the “PlayStation” category. 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Always Sometimes Monsters and This Is the Police top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Deskworm.
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Within the “PlayStation” category, the closest game to Deskworm is 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim — scoring 68/100 on our similarity scale. Always Sometimes Monsters and This Is the Police follow close behind.
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The best games like Deskworm on PlayStation
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Deskworm. Each one has been evaluated across 3 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeCasualIsometricThird Person
Steam👍 75%· 2.4KRAWG👍 26%· 76MC73IGDB81· 5OC73· 30
Year 2014Dev Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · iOS
✓ Like Deskworm, it's known for deep simulation, strong narrative focus and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and vibe casual
###Sad story Made by two developers from Canada in the RPG Maker, the game tells the story of the author who receives a note that the love of his life marries another on the other side of the country.
It predates Deskworm by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Tone77
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeDarkManagementIsometric
Steam👍 82%· 11KIGDB61· 14OC64· 58
Year 2016Dev Weappy Studio · EuroVideo MedienOn PS4 · Linux · Android
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeDarkManagement2D
Steam👍 93%· 12KIGDB75· 1OC77· 21
Year 2018Dev Fictiorama Studios · BadLand PublishingOn PS4 · Linux · Android
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeDarkHorrorSci-Fi
Steam👍 78%· 5.1KIGDB82· 11OC76· 81
Year 2019Dev No Code · Devolver DigitalOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeDarkCasualHardcore
Steam👍 97%· 79KRAWG👍 91%· 1.8KMC85IGDB82· 5
Year 2013Dev Lucas Pope · 3909Playtime ~4hOn PC · PS · iOS
✓ If you enjoyed Deskworm, expect deep simulation, strong narrative focus and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, puzzle design and dark, oppressive atmosphere
The creator of the game often travelled through Asia and made the observation that the work of an immigration officer checking documents for entry is simultaneously very monotonous and very responsible.
It predates Deskworm by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Tone51
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeDarkCasualHardcore
Steam👍 97%· 79KRAWG👍 91%· 1.8KMC85IGDB82· 5
Year 2013Dev Lucas Pope · 3909Playtime ~4hOn PC · PS · iOS
✓ Like Deskworm, it's known for deep simulation, strong narrative focus and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, puzzle design and dark, oppressive atmosphere
The creator of the game often travelled through Asia and made the observation that the work of an immigration officer checking documents for entry is simultaneously very monotonous and very responsible.
It predates Deskworm by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Tone51
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeTacticalCasualDark
Steam👍 89%· 19KIGDB76· 1OC57· 14
Year 2017Dev Jutsu Games · SONKAOn PS4 · Linux · Android
SimulationJob Sim
SoloNarrativeCasualFantasyHorror
Steam👍 88%· 326
Year 2015Dev 8Floor · 8Floor GamesPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Like Deskworm, it's known for deep simulation, strong narrative focus and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, adventure storytelling and horror tension
A wonderful garden had always brought joy to all the people of the kingdom and all the residents of the castle. But a dry summer withered the king’s beloved garden and the surrounding gardens of the kingdom alike. The ruler has fallen ill and the kingdom is in danger.
Where it drifts furthest from Deskworm: tone.
Genre100Game mode100Tone38
SimulationJob Sim
SoloFirst PersonThird Person
Steam👍 89%· 1.1KRAWG👍 40%· 36IGDB67· 2
Year 2008Dev SEGAPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Shared with Deskworm: deep simulation and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with sports simulation, visual first person and visual third person, while skipping strong narrative focus
Explore the exciting sport of Bass fishing! Based on the Dreamcast hit, motor out to eight different fishing locations to catch the biggest and baddest Bass possible! Choose between fourteen different lures, and compete in four tournaments.
It predates Deskworm by 14 years, with what that implies technically.