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Looking for a new simulation game to try? During Steam Next Fest 2022, you have endless options no matter what kind of simulation games you like. Here are our picks for the best simulation games featured during Steam Next Fest 2022.
Pasha Roots
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Stardew Valley fans who want something new to try should consider checking out Roots of Pacha. Manage a Stone Age community and farm in single player or co-op with friends. The game is not only limited to farming, but also caring for animals, interacting with your community, and more in this civilization simulator.
Monster Prom 3 : Monstre Roadtrip
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Although this franchise has moved away from the high school prom, there's still a lot to love about Monster Prom 3: Monster Roadtrip. Follow a large group of anthropomorphic beings in a co-op story simulation game. The narrative you follow will change depending on the decisions you and your second player make. There's a degree of resource management and strategy to the game, but it's also a fun ride even if you just want a funny, heartwarming story.
Dome Guardian
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If you're looking for a simulation game that focuses heavily on resource management, consider checking out Dome Keeper. Use a combination of mining, selective equipment upgrades, and more to defend your dome against enemy alien forces. It's a great option for a detailed single-player simulation experience.
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Alaskan Truck Simulator
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There's nothing quite like a classic truck simulator game because it offers one of the purest experiences in the genre. Alaskan Truck Simulator promises to be another entry into the realistic simulation genre, especially when it comes to the level of detail provided. See if you're up to the challenge of managing a big rig on dangerous Alaskan roads, while keeping track of small details like gas, truck weight, and more.
Flight Neko Delivery
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In Flying Neko Delivery, play as the adorable wizard cat Onigiri in charge of making many daily deliveries. This game offers a soothing and aesthetically pleasing experience with fun extras like a customizable cottage. If you like simulation games like centering on decorating your home base and completing daily quests, you should check this one out.
Great ambitions
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Play as the manager of a city and several companies in the simulation game Big Ambitions. This game combines games like Two Point Hospital, Cities: Skylines and Game Dev Tycoon into one package. Tinkering with this capitalist world for the express purpose of total domination and economic prosperity. The overall style of the game is very reminiscent of games like Skylines and Sim City.
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Kaichu – The Kaiju Dating Simulator
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Have you ever wanted to play as a giant monster that just wants to find its soul mate? It's a bit specific, so maybe you haven't, but you should still consider checking out Kaichu – The Kaiju Dating Sim. Travel around the world, play compatibility test mini-games and follow scenarios that are affected by your choices in this simulation game. The goal here is to find your one true monster companion.
Brewmaster: Beer Brewing Simulator
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The title, Brewmaster: Beer Brewing Simulator, is still in development, but is currently very descriptive of what you can expect while playing this simulation game. Brew your own beer in your simulated in-game home, while doing so at a leisurely pace. This game isn't one that rushes you, which makes it perfect for a lazy day of play.
nil earth
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If you're a veteran of the simulation genre, you've probably played several games that involve building a city or community from scratch. But have you done the opposite? This is what is at the center of Terra Nil, a simulator where you try to repair the damage caused by humans to the environment. Try to restore the area to its former glory by cleaning up, planting native flora and reintroducing endangered wildlife.
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