38 Simulation games like Gnomoria that you should try

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We filtered the 46 games similar to Gnomoria down to the 38 that fit the “Simulation” category. Dwarf Fortress, Songs of Syx and Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Gnomoria.

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The best simulation games like Gnomoria

38 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Gnomoria. Each one has been evaluated across 16 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.

#1Dwarf Fortress

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GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldProceduralFantasyBase BuildingManagementCraftingIsometric

Steam👍 95%· 31KIGDB84OC90· 13

Dev Bay 12 GamesOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ If you enjoyed Gnomoria, expect deep simulation, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, open world exploration and stealth mechanics, while skipping real-time strategy

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyBase BuildingManagementIsometric2DPixel Art

Steam👍 95%· 8.2K

Year 2020Dev Jake the Dev · Jakob de LavalPlaytime ~6hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like Gnomoria, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and turn-based strategy

≠ Stands apart with vibe casual, open world exploration and combat tactical, while skipping roguelike runs

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#3Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville

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GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagement2D

Steam👍 86%· 2.0KRAWG👍 48%· 25MC75

Year 2015Dev Northway GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Like Gnomoria, it's known for deep simulation, survival mechanics and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, horror tension and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping roguelike runs

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldManagementIsometricMultiplayer

Steam👍 90%· 140KRAWG👍 89%· 465MC86IGDB91· 3OC90· 94

Year 2020Dev Paradox Developement Studios · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~12hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Gnomoria, expect deep simulation, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

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#5Shelter

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GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloStealthNarrativeCozyCasual

Steam👍 85%· 3.7KRAWG👍 62%· 128MC69IGDB75· 2

Year 2013Dev Might and Delight · 4EversGamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Gnomoria: deep simulation, survival mechanics and turn-based strategy

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloSandbox WorldProceduralFantasyBase BuildingManagementPixel Art2D

Steam👍 88%· 7.7KRAWG👍 68%· 40

Year 2019Dev Raymond Doerr · SixtyGig GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with Gnomoria: deep simulation, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: tower defense planning and early access, while skipping turn-based strategy

GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloProceduralFantasyManagementBase BuildingIsometric2D

Steam👍 96%· 29KRAWG👍 70%· 60

Year 2022Dev Sokpop CollectivePlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with Gnomoria: deep simulation, survival mechanics and roguelike runs

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldProceduralFantasy2DIsometricPixel Art

Steam👍 80%· 992RAWG👍 14%· 21

Year 2016Dev TriverskePlaytime ~4hOn PC · Linux

✓ Like Gnomoria, it's known for turn-based strategy, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings horror tension, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus, while skipping survival mechanics

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloFantasyCraftingManagementTactical

Steam👍 72%· 1.9KRAWG👍 36%· 131MC73IGDB70· 3OC74· 32

Year 2015Dev Double Fine ProductionsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Gnomoria, expect deep simulation, turn-based strategy and roguelike runs

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and combat tactical, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyIsometricMultiplayer

Steam👍 91%· 74KRAWG👍 64%· 755MC82IGDB84· 2

Year 2012Dev Paradox Development Studio · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Gnomoria, expect turn-based strategy, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, historical setting and setting medieval, while skipping survival mechanics

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#11Your Only Move Is HUSTLE

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GenreStrategySubgenreGrand Strategy

Sandbox World2DPixel ArtMeleeTactical

Steam👍 96%· 42K

Year 2023Dev Ivy SlyPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Like Gnomoria, it's known for deep simulation, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with strong narrative focus, cozy, relaxing feel and melee combat, while skipping survival mechanics

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#12Dwarfs!?

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GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloSandbox WorldProceduralFantasyBase BuildingManagementPixel Art2DIsometric

Steam👍 78%· 1.1KRAWG👍 18%· 56

Year 2011Dev Power of 2 · Tripwire InteractivePlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ If you enjoyed Gnomoria, expect deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, precision platforming and vibe casual, while skipping turn-based strategy

GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloSandbox WorldFantasyIsometric

IGDB73· 3

Year 2005Dev Lionhead Studios · Feral InteractiveOn PC · Mac

✓ Shared with Gnomoria: real-time strategy, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling, while skipping survival mechanics

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#14Dorfromantik

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloSandbox WorldProceduralBase BuildingManagement

Steam👍 96%· 29KRAWG👍 80%· 220OC83· 30

Year 2022Dev Toukana InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Gnomoria: deep simulation, turn-based strategy and sandbox freedom

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, card game strategy and vibe casual, while skipping survival mechanics

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#15Tropico 4

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GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 92%· 13KRAWG👍 67%· 511MC78IGDB74· 4

Year 2011Dev Feral Interactive · Kalypso MediaPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Nearly identical: real-time strategy, deep simulation and sandbox freedom.

≠ Missing: survival mechanics.

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