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Games like Nicotine Merchant Simulator™

If Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ is your kind of game, the closest matches are OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Game & Movie Store Simulator, Dice ’n’ Figurines: Business Life Simulator and Traders Life Simulator — picked from the ranked list below. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Nicotine Merchant Simulator™: You're a Nicotine Merchant. Start your production using improvised materials and grow it into a large enterprise. But be careful, just a few wrong moves and everything could fall apart!

2026SimulationEarly Access10.79 USDWindowsby pickaxe
Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ — Steam game cover

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Steam players who put hours into Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Game & Movie Store Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Build your own game & movie store — from retro VHS tapes to modern consoles. Fill your shelves with games, movies, and collectibles, attract customers, and grow your business into the ultimate entertainment shop — all while reliving the nostalgia of iconic eras.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual3.89 USDSteam ↗
  2. Dice ’n’ Figurines: Business Life Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Run a business in the figurines & board games sector, serve customers, build relationships with them, organize tabletop events, order stock and hire staff. But! that’s only half the story. After work, establish and foster bonds with key persons who can affect the direction of your business.

    SimulationCasualEarly AccessSteam ↗
  3. Traders Life Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Run your own shop in a first-person trading sim where you buy low, negotiate smart deals, and sell for profit.

    IndieSimulationCasualSteam ↗
  4. Chaos Cinema

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Take over a run-down cinema and bring it back to life. Sell tickets, schedule movies, serve snacks and drinks, manage supplies, clean up the chaos and improve your cinema step by step.

    SimulationEarly AccessSteam ↗
  5. Megastore Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Megastore Simulator is a first-person management & tycoon game. Start small and grow into a massive two-floor megastore with forklifts, pallet jacks, and staff. Unlock and manage departments like Bakery, Clothing, Electronics, Sports, Music, Toys, Grocery, Seafood, and Vending Machines

    2026IndieSimulationCasual13.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Winkeltje: The Little Shop

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Winkeltje: The Little Shop is all about building, decorating, and running your own old-world fantasy shop. Buy low, sell high - from nails and apples to swords and alchemic love potions. Impress your customers, craft items, and be the master of your very own shop.

    2022StrategyIndieSimulation14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Cafe Business Manager

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation and Early Access with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Build, design and manage your own café in this detailed cafe management simulator. Hire staff, craft your menu, serve customers and grow your coffee shop business in a lively island city.

    2026IndieSimulationCasual14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Cozy Keep: Farm, Craft, Manage

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Your father's life depends on your success. Run a medieval shop, craft goods, set prices, and build your reputation - because the King's debt collectors are coming. Farm, hunt, explore, and trade your way to freedom in this cozy but consequential shop simulation.

    2024IndieAdventureSimulation14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ at current Steam store prices.

  1. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~54% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.

    2006IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. How to Fish

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~54% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    A 1-4 player physics based fishing simulator. While drinking and boating you suddenly crash into a small island. To work your way back home you have to learn How to Fish.

    2026ActionIndieSimulation4.95 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Cookie Clicker

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~54% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~72% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Human Fall Flat

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~44% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Human Fall Flat is a hilarious, light-hearted platformer set in floating dreamscapes that can be played solo or with up to 8 players online. Free new levels keep its vibrant community rewarded.

    2016IndieAdventureSimulation5.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Your Only Move Is HUSTLE

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~54% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Master your technique, execute flashy combos, and outsmart opponents across the world, frame-by-frame. Slow down the clock to fine-tune your fighting style in this innovative, turn-based combat simulator. Pulverize your friends and choreograph spectacular fight scenes. No training mode required.

    2023ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~82% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~82% under Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  3. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Looker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.

    2022IndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Our Life: Beginnings & Always

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    A twenty-dollar bill, four summers, fifteen years, and a one of a kind life. Create an experience that’s all your own in this near-fully customizable visual novel where you grow from childhood to adulthood with the lonely boy next door.

    2020IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeSteam ↗
  8. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Simulation with Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

    ‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Nicotine Merchant Simulator™

How much does Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ cost?
Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ is listed on Steam at 10.79 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Nicotine Merchant Simulator™?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ are OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Game & Movie Store Simulator, Dice ’n’ Figurines: Business Life Simulator, Traders Life Simulator.
Who developed Nicotine Merchant Simulator™?
Nicotine Merchant Simulator™ was developed by pickaxe.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Nicotine Merchant Simulator™.

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