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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

We filtered the 32 games similar to The Universim down to the 20 that fit the “Casual” category. Forager, Fallout Shelter and Stacklands top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to The Universim.

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GenreStrategySubgenreColony Sim
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CasualSolo
Year 2024Dev Crytivo

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Within the “Casual” category, the closest game to The Universim is Forager — scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. Fallout Shelter and Stacklands follow close behind.

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The best casual games like The Universim

20 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to The Universim. Each one has been evaluated across 14 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.

#1Forager
Forager
StrategyColony Sim
SoloCasualOpen WorldSandbox WorldExplorationBase BuildingManagementIsometric
Steam👍 90%· 43KIGDB71· 4OC76· 28
Year 2019Dev Hop Frog · Humble BundleOn PS4 · Linux · Android

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing survival mechanics, deep simulation and sandbox freedom

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and puzzle design, while skipping procedural generation

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: setting and visuals.

Genre100World79Progression78Game mode70Tone60Visuals47
#2Fallout Shelter
Fallout Shelter
StrategyColony Sim
SoloCasualSandbox WorldSci-FiBase BuildingManagement
Steam👍 88%· 81KIGDB68· 9
Year 2015Dev Bethesda Game Studios · Bethesda SoftworksOn PS4 · Android · PC

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and sandbox freedom

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and post-apocalyptic world, while skipping open world exploration

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: visuals and setting.

It predates The Universim by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Tone100Game mode85Progression83World46Setting34
#3Stacklands
Stacklands
StrategyColony Sim
SoloCasualProceduralManagementBase BuildingIsometric
Steam👍 96%· 29KRAWG👍 70%· 60
Year 2022Dev Sokpop CollectivePlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Both are colony sims — sharing deep simulation, survival mechanics and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings card game strategy, roguelike runs and turn-based strategy, while skipping sandbox freedom

Stacklands is a village builder where you stack cards to collect food, build structures, and fight creatures. For example, dragging a 'Villager' card on top of a 'Berry Bush' card will spawn 'Berry' cards which the villagers can eat to survive!

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: setting.

Genre100Game mode100Progression90Tone73Visuals73World54
#4Songs of Syx
Songs of Syx
StrategyGrand Strategy
SoloCasualSandbox WorldOpen WorldBase BuildingExplorationManagementIsometric
Steam👍 95%· 8.2K
Year 2020Dev Jake the Dev · Jakob de LavalPlaytime ~6hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Like The Universim, it's known for deep simulation, sandbox freedom and survival mechanics

≠ Stands apart with turn-based strategy, combat tactical and fantasy world, while skipping procedural generation

Inspired by Nordic mythology and fused with nostalgia from the ’80s-’90s, Songs of Syx aims to deliver a unique city-builder experience on an epic scale. You start off as a colony-sim, and tend to your minions, micromanage your assets and try to stay off your neighbor’s radar.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: setting and visuals.

Game mode100Tone100Progression100World80Genre50Visuals34
#5Dwarfs!?
Dwarfs!?
StrategyTower Defense
SoloCasualOpen WorldSandbox WorldProceduralBase BuildingManagementIsometric
Steam👍 78%· 1.1KRAWG👍 18%· 56
Year 2011Dev Power of 2 · Tripwire InteractivePlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

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

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning, precision platforming and strong narrative focus, while skipping setting space

Dwarfs!? is a two-dimensional RTS developed by Power Of Two. ###Gameplay The players control a mining colony of dwarves, who dig for treasures. The players have to mine the resources and to protect the colony from environmental hazards, such as water and lava and different enemies.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: setting and visuals.

It predates The Universim by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

Game mode100World100Progression90Tone75Genre50Visuals29
shapez
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldOpen WorldProceduralBase BuildingManagementExplorationIsometric
Steam👍 96%· 15K
Year 2020Dev Tobias Springer · PrismatikaOn PC · iOS · Android

✓ Like The Universim, it's known for sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, crafting mechanics and visual 2d, while skipping survival mechanics

Do you like automation games? Then you are in the right place! shapez is a relaxed game in which you have to build factories for the automated production of geometric shapes. As the level increases, the shapes become more and more complex, and you have to spread out on the infinite map.

Game mode100Tone100World100Progression84Visuals77Genre50
#7Townscaper
Townscaper
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldProceduralOpen WorldBase BuildingExplorationIsometric
Steam👍 95%· 21KIGDB80· 1OC73· 16
Year 2020Dev Oskar Stålberg · Raw FuryOn Xbox · Android · PC

✓ Shared with The Universim: sandbox freedom, deep simulation and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: vibe relaxing, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping survival mechanics

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: tone.

Game mode100World100Visuals100Progression80Genre50Tone38
shapez 2 - Factory
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldProceduralSpaceManagementBase Building
Steam👍 97%· 14K
Dev tobspr Games · Gamera GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with The Universim: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe relaxing and crafting mechanics, while skipping survival mechanics

Dive into a factory-building game where the focus is on just that — building huge factories! Construct sprawling multi-level factories and min-max your layouts without limits. Shapez 2 is tailor-made for enthusiasts who crave the thrill of optimizing production lines and perfecting automation.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: visuals.

Game mode100World84Setting83Progression75Tone67Genre50
Cities: Skylines
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldBase BuildingManagementIsometric
Steam👍 93%· 289KRAWG👍 87%· 1.5KMC85IGDB76· 13OC83· 91
Year 2015Dev Colossal Order · Paradox InteractivePlaytime ~9hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual.

≠ Missing: survival mechanics.

Cities: Skylines is a traditional city-building game, which allows players to experience urban planning in all aspects including zoning, road placement, transportation, taxation, and improvement of welfare.

It predates The Universim by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Progression89World56Genre50
Two Point Hospital
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldManagementBase BuildingIsometric
Steam👍 92%· 35KIGDB87· 10OC84· 127
Year 2018Dev Two Point Studios · SegaOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Nearly identical: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual.

≠ Missing: survival mechanics.

Game mode100Tone100Visuals100Progression88Genre50World50
Dorfromantik
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualSandbox WorldProceduralBase BuildingManagement
Steam👍 96%· 29KRAWG👍 80%· 220OC83· 30
Year 2022Dev Toukana InteractivePlaytime ~3hOn PC · Nintendo

✓ Shared with The Universim: deep simulation, sandbox freedom and vibe casual

≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, turn-based strategy and card game strategy, while skipping survival mechanics

Dorfromantik is a relaxing building strategy and puzzle game in which you place tiles to create ever-growing, idyllic village landscapes. With Dorfromantik, you can immerse yourself in a quiet, peaceful world at any time and take a break from everyday life.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: visuals.

Game mode100Progression90World86Tone56Genre50Visuals0
The Mims Beginning
StrategyRTS
SoloCasualSci-FiSpaceBase BuildingManagement
Steam👍 76%· 290
Year 2016Dev Squatting Penguins · Ultimate GamesPlaytime ~2hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Shared with The Universim: deep simulation, vibe casual and setting scifi

≠ Where it differs: brings real-time strategy, adventure storytelling and fantasy world, while skipping sandbox freedom

Previews:Video game news outlets had this to say on 2 years old beta demo - bear in mind that the game underwent dramatic development since then: "The gameplay so far feels pretty solid, and is very much in line with what you’d expect from a city builder.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: visuals.

It predates The Universim by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Game mode100Tone100Progression90Setting83Genre50Visuals0
The Promised Land
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualBase BuildingManagementCozy
Steam👍 87%· 775IGDB40· 1
Year 2014Dev Alawar Entertainment · Buka EntertainmentPlaytime ~4hOn PC · Apple Macintosh

✓ Shared with The Universim: deep simulation, vibe casual and single-player focus

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

Darkestville Castle Coming Soon About the Game Become a leader of a little group of settlers to create a thriving colony which will envy even the developed nation! Who says it would be easy?!

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

Game mode100Progression88Tone80Genre50
Mini Motorways
StrategyCity Builder
SoloCasualManagementBase BuildingRelaxing
Steam👍 96%· 24KRAWG👍 92%· 132MC83OC81· 30
Year 2021Dev Dinosaur Polo ClubPlaytime ~5hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed The Universim, expect deep simulation, vibe casual and single-player focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe relaxing and visual topdown, while skipping sandbox freedom

Have you ever been stuck in traffic and wished you could do something to fix it? In Mini Motorways, the city’s traffic problems are in your hands. From the makers of Mini Metro, Mini Motorways is a game about drawing the roads that drive a growing city.

Where it drifts furthest from The Universim: visuals.

Game mode100Progression87Tone71Genre50Visuals0
#15Unstoppable Gorg
Unstoppable Gorg
StrategyTower Defense
SoloCasualSci-FiSpaceIsometric
Steam👍 79%· 307MC73IGDB73· 2
Year 2012Dev FuturemarkPlaytime ~1hOn PC · iOS · Apple Macintosh

✓ Like The Universim, it's known for vibe casual, setting scifi and setting space

≠ Stands apart with tower defense planning and melee combat, while skipping deep simulation

Get ready to experience a revolution in tower defense that will send you spinning. Unstoppable Gorg challenges you to defend the solar system from fearsome aliens by sending satellites into orbit. Unlike other tower defense games, in Unstoppable Gorg you can move your towers by rotating the orbits that surround planets, moons and space stations.

It predates The Universim by 12 years, with what that implies technically.

Game mode100Tone100Setting100Visuals100Genre50

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