14 Multiplayer games like Prison Architect that you should try

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We filtered the 40 games similar to Prison Architect down to the 14 that fit the “Multiplayer” category. SimCity, Planet Coaster and Planet Zoo top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Prison Architect.

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

The best multiplayer games like Prison Architect

14 similar games foundUpdated July 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Prison Architect. Each one has been evaluated across 12 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.

#1SimCity

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerSandbox WorldBase BuildingIsometric

IGDB60· 13

Year 2013Dev Maxis · Electronic ArtsOn PC · Mac

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world.

≠ Missing: adventure storytelling.

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#2Planet Coaster

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldManagementBase BuildingIsometric

Steam👍 91%· 72KRAWG👍 74%· 294MC83IGDB83· 12OC85· 58

Year 2016Dev Frontier DevelopmentsPlaytime ~5hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of city builders: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and adventure storytelling

≠ Stands apart with vibe relaxing, strong narrative focus and visual third person, while skipping visual 2d

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldManagementBase Building

Steam👍 91%· 95KRAWG👍 82%· 135MC81OC81· 67

Year 2019Dev Frontier DevelopmentsPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Same family of city builders: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings cozy, relaxing feel, vibe relaxing and open world exploration, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagementIsometric

Steam👍 79%· 14KIGDB72· 14OC76· 52

Year 2014Dev Haemimont Games · Kalypso MediaOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are city builders — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with deep RPG systems, historical setting and co op, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldManagementBase Building

Steam👍 94%· 109KRAWG👍 76%· 351MC62IGDB62· 4OC62· 27

Year 2018Dev Ultimate Games · PlayWayPlaytime ~7hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are city builders — sharing deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: vibe relaxing, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping adventure storytelling

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

SoloMultiplayerBase BuildingIsometricCo-op

Steam👍 87%· 662RAWG👍 59%· 32MC76IGDB80· 3

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

✓ Fits the city builders cluster, with deep simulation, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, card game strategy and turn-based strategy, while skipping sandbox freedom

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#7Megastore Simulator

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

MultiplayerSoloCasualBase BuildingCo-op

Steam👍 81%· 14K

Year 2011Dev weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung · Astragon EntertainmentPlaytime ~5hOn PC

✓ Both are city builders — sharing deep simulation, vibe casual and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: vibe relaxing, strong narrative focus and open world exploration, while skipping sandbox freedom

GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim

SoloMultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagement2D

Steam👍 88%· 81KIGDB68· 9

Year 2015Dev Bethesda Game Studios · Bethesda SoftworksOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Shared with Prison Architect: deep simulation, adventure storytelling and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, survival mechanics and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping visual topdown

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#9RollerCoaster Tycoon 2

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GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloMultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldManagementIsometric

Steam👍 90%· 5.8KIGDB60· 1

Year 2002Dev Chris Sawyer Productions · InfogramesOn PC

✓ Like Prison Architect, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy and visual pixel, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#10Stronghold Crusader

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GenreStrategySubgenreTower Defense

SoloMultiplayerSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagementIsometric2D

Steam👍 98%· 21KIGDB80· 1

Year 2002Dev Firefly Studios · Take-Two InteractiveOn PC

✓ Shared with Prison Architect: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Its own twist: real-time strategy, tower defense planning and combat tactical, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#11Abalone

iRank61

GenreStrategySubgenreTurn-Based Strategy

SoloMultiplayerCasual

Steam👍 61%· 161

Year 2013Dev Asmodee DigitalPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Like Prison Architect, it's known for vibe casual, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy and card game strategy, while skipping deep simulation

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#12Victoria II

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GenreStrategySubgenreRTS

SoloMultiplayerSandbox WorldManagementTactical

Steam👍 92%· 20KIGDB76· 1

Year 2010Dev Paradox InteractiveOn Linux · PC · Mac

✓ Shared with Prison Architect: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and sandbox world

≠ Stands apart with real-time strategy, turn-based strategy and combat tactical, while skipping adventure storytelling

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#13Mad Games Tycoon 2

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GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

MultiplayerCasualSandbox WorldManagementBase Building

Steam👍 94%· 7.6KRAWG👍 85%· 33

Year 2021Dev EggcodePlaytime ~14hOn PC

✓ Fits the city builders cluster, with deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with setting cartoon, PvP competition and skill tree progression, while skipping adventure storytelling

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Steam

#14Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer

GenreStrategySubgenreCity Builder

MultiplayerCasualBase BuildingTop-DownPvP

Year 2025Dev FlugamesOn PC

✓ Same family of city builders: deep simulation, vibe casual and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, card game strategy and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping sandbox freedom

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