Whisper of the House Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 27
E-Home Entertainment Development's puzzle simulation game, Whisper of the House, arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 27.
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Iron Nest: Why Strategy Fans Are Calling It a Top Battleship Game
Iron Nest is earning praise as a standout strategy title on PC. Here is why players are comparing the simulation to Battleship despite the lack of boats.
Witcher 3 Designer Discusses NPC Simulation Challenges
A Witcher 3 designer shares how difficult it was to convince players that the game's NPC simulation wasn't just fakery, and why details continue to haunt them.
Aether Wizard Life Launches in Fall 2028 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Vonder Games and Kinetic Publishing announce Aether Wizard Life, a cozy wizard life simulation game launching in fall 2028 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC.
PROFITS 2167: Managing Asteroid Mining and Space Bug Infestations
An overview of PROFITS 2167, a PC simulation game blending incremental mechanics, roguelite upgrades, and tower defense against space bug swarms.
Over the Hill Confirms PC Release Date After Crossing One Million Wishlists
The high-wishlist offroading driving simulation game Over the Hill has locked in its official release date for PC via Steam.
ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs Hits 100,000 Sales on Steam
Developer Mandragora's new cozy simulation game ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs has reached over 100,000 sales with 96% positive reviews on Steam.
Pigeon: A Love Story Launches on PC, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck
Wristwork's open-world bird simulation game Pigeon: A Love Story is out now on Steam and itch.io for $7.99 with native Linux and Steam Deck support.
Heartopia Gets Gilded Acorn Exhibition: Lost in The Forest
Heartopia developer XD has announced the Gilded Acorn Exhibition: Lost in The Forest update for the PC life simulation game, arriving on August 15, 2026.
Mistfall Hunter Reaches One Million Players on Xbox Game Pass
The multiplayer soulslike Mistfall Hunter has hit one million players on Xbox Game Pass shortly after its August 2026 release.
PC Flight Sticks of the 90s: A Look Back at Iconic Hardware
A look at the legacy of 90s PC flight sticks and their enduring influence on modern flight simulation hardware and PC gaming setups.
Dispatch Review Roundup: A Narrative Adventure Masterpiece on Xbox
Explore critic findings for Dispatch on Xbox Series X, detailing its story, voice cast, simulation gameplay, and platform availability.
Rideshare Stimulator Announced for PC by Publisher Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive and developer Unigine have announced Rideshare Stimulator for PC, a simulation game about driving a rideshare in a city full of oddballs.
New PC Trucking Simulation Announced for 2026
A new trucking simulation game is coming to PC in 2026, aiming to innovate within the simulation genre with a focus on realistic delivery mechanics.
Synaptic Simulations Launches A220 Airliner for Microsoft Flight Simulator
The A220 airliner from Synaptic Simulations and iniBuilds is now available on the Microsoft Flight Simulator Marketplace for $64.99.
Volcano Princess Available Now on iOS and Android
Volcano Princess is available on iOS and Android for $10.99. Discover the daughter-raising simulation and visual novel with 50 different endings.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Arrives August 13 on PC and Console
Expression Games has confirmed the release date for Hell Let Loose: Vietnam. Find out when this hardcore military simulation hits PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X.
Steam Faces Influx of Low-Quality Retail Simulators in 2026
PC Gamer reports a surge of janky, low-effort retail simulation games flooding the Steam store in 2026, raising concerns about platform quality control.
Die or Dive Launches Today: A Roguelite Scuba Sim for PC
Drop Rate Studio and Dear Villagers have released Die or Dive, a 2D roguelite scuba simulation, on PC. Explore the abyssal pool and manage sanity in this game.
Sweet Hamster Days Creator Credits GTA 5 for Unique Gameplay Concept
The developers behind the viral hit Sweet Hamster Days reveal how Rockstar's GTA 5 inspired its multi-perspective hamster life simulation mechanics.
Erenshor Adds Raids to Its Solo-Simulated MMO Experience
The solo-simulated MMO Erenshor has officially added raid content. Learn what this update brings to the simulation-based RPG on PC.
Nine Features That Transformed Football Video Games
A look at the nine most influential technical advancements in soccer simulation history, from CPU-assisted passing to the modern Playstyles system.
Eric Barone Reflects on Stardew Valley's Decade-Long Journey
As Stardew Valley hits its 10-year mark, creator Eric Barone looks back on the life-changing development of the hit farming simulation game.
Palworld Was Originally Designed as a Factory Simulation Game
Pocketpair reveals that Palworld began development as a factory-building game similar to Satisfactory before evolving into the creature-collecting survival hit.
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Screen Rant Highlights Animal Crossing-Style Games for Non-Nintendo Users
Screen Rant provides a list of life simulation games for PC and other platforms for players seeking an Animal Crossing-style experience.
Seed Early Access Guide: How to Download and Play on PC
Learn how to install Seed early access on PC. Find out where to buy access packs, download the launcher, and start playing the simulation on Avesta.
Aquapark Tycoon Early Access Guide: How to Get Started
Aquapark Tycoon is now available in early access. Learn how to manage your waterpark, design custom slides, and handle staff in this simulation guide.
Subway Builder: Getting Started with Hyperrealistic Transit Simulation
Learn how to master transit planning in Subway Builder. Borough Studio's new simulation is now live on Steam for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
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Whisper of the House Coming to PS5 and Xbox Series on August 27
E-Home Entertainment Development's puzzle simulation game, Whisper of the House, arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 27.
Aether Wizard Life Launches in Fall 2028 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Vonder Games and Kinetic Publishing announce Aether Wizard Life, a cozy wizard life simulation game launching in fall 2028 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC.
Over the Hill Confirms PC Release Date After Crossing One Million Wishlists
The high-wishlist offroading driving simulation game Over the Hill has locked in its official release date for PC via Steam.
Pigeon: A Love Story Launches on PC, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck
Wristwork's open-world bird simulation game Pigeon: A Love Story is out now on Steam and itch.io for $7.99 with native Linux and Steam Deck support.