4 Simulation games like Katanaut that you should try

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We filtered the 49 games similar to Katanaut down to the 4 that fit the “Simulation” category. Hinterland, DAVE THE DIVER and 鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Katanaut.

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The best simulation games like Katanaut

4 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Katanaut. Each one has been evaluated across 20 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.

#1HinterlandClosest on genre

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Steam👍 80%· 255MC65

Year 2008Dev Tilted Mill EntertainmentPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Like Katanaut, it's known for deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, ranged combat and base building, while skipping sports simulation

June 11, 2009 - Update Two new playable Orc classes: Lord (Warrior) or Shaman. Expanded gameplay: Orcs consume twice as much food, learn martial skills faster, manufacture items slower, and the Shaman uses totems to summon creatures. Several new items regardless of character class.

Where it drifts furthest from Katanaut: progression and setting.

It predates Katanaut by 17 years, with what that implies technically.

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#2DAVE THE DIVERClosest overall match

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Steam👍 97%· 150KRAWG👍 87%· 188OC90· 87

Year 2023Dev MINTROCKET · NexonPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Nintendo

✓ Shared with Katanaut: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, vibe relaxing and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping action RPG combat

Welcome to 'DAVE THE DIVER', a marine adventure set in the mysterious Blue Hole. Explore the sea with Dave by day, and run a sushi restaurant at night. Uncover the secrets of the Blue Hole, and unwrap this deep sea mystery involving 3 friends, each with distinct personalities. New adventures await.

Where it drifts furthest from Katanaut: tone and progression.

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#3鬼谷八荒 Tale of Immortal

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SoloMeleeNarrativeProceduralExploration2D

Steam👍 55%· 226K

Year 2021Dev 鬼谷工作室 · Lightning GamesPlaytime ~13hOn PC

✓ If you enjoyed Katanaut, expect deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and deep simulation

≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, sandbox freedom and visual novel storytelling, while skipping sports simulation

Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox game based on Chinese mythology and cultivation. You will grow to become immortal, conquer the beasts from the Classic of Mountains and Season, make your choices carefully and grasp your own destiny.

Where it drifts furthest from Katanaut: setting and progression.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Katanaut.

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Steam👍 90%· 62KRAWG👍 23%· 592

Year 2015Dev PlaysaurusPlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Katanaut: deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and deep simulation

≠ Stands apart with vibe casual, multiplayer gameplay and resource management, while skipping action RPG combat

In the campaign mode you need to complete several missions and successfully reach the goal. There’s also a multiplayer mode where you can compete with other players online. Clicker Heroes is an idle game focused on grinding gold to upgrade your characters.

Where it drifts furthest from Katanaut: tone and progression.

It predates Katanaut by 10 years, with what that implies technically.

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