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Games like Ship Simulator Extremes

If Ship Simulator Extremes is your kind of game, the closest matches are World Ship Simulator, Fishing: Barents Sea and Train Simulator Classic — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, challenging and contemplative. 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 Ship Simulator Extremes: VSTEP and Paradox are proud to announce the next installment of the acclaimed Ship Simulator series. With over 550K copies sold, the series returns to take you into the most extreme conditions on earth… Ever wonder how it feels to sail a half-million-ton supertanker through the perfect storm?

2010Simulation19.99 USDMetacritic 49Windowsby VStep
Ship Simulator Extremes — Steam game cover
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Learn ship maneuverability like bow thrusters and speed managementModding potential would elevate the gameNostalgic value for long time fansAtmosphericChallengingContemplative

Players who liked Ship Simulator Extremes also play

Steam players who put hours into Ship Simulator Extremes 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. World Ship Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Top pick for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Set in a fictitious environment inspired by ports from around the world. Captain a hovercraft, bulk carrier, yacht and other magnificent vessels in an expansive open world career

    2016Simulation19.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Fishing: Barents Sea

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Second-strongest match for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Commercial fishing on the Barents Sea! Take the helm of your very own fishing boat in Fishing: Barents Sea and explore the vastness of the Barents Sea in search for the best fishing zones. Start out small and earn officially licensed Scanmar Equipment and the officially licensed Hermes trawler.

    2018Simulation24.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Train Simulator Classic

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Third-strongest match for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    The ultimate railway hobby for more than 15 years! From historic steam locomotives to modern high-speed and heavy freight trains, and routes around the world, Train Simulator Classic is the simulation made by railfans for railfans.

    2015Simulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Silent Hunter® III

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Ranked #4 for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    The king of submarine simulations returns with an all-new 3D engine, new crew command features, and more realistic WWII naval action than ever before. The movie-like graphics and simple, tension-filled gameplay make this the perfect game for the realism fanatic and the casual gamer.

    2008Simulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. UBOAT

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Ranked #5 for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    UBOAT is a simulator of a submarine from WWII era. It is a survival sandbox with crew management mechanics while its primary theme is life of German sailors. The boat is their home, but it can become their grave at any time.

    2024ActionStrategyIndie29.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Ranked #6 for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Commercial fishing in North Atlantic! Discover majestic world of Canadian Nova Scotia while admiring the vast diversity of ocean life. Search for the ocean gold with upgradable fishing boats and various fishing gear as you progress in your fisherman career.

    2020Simulation34.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Seafarer: The Ship Sim

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Ranked #7 for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Embark on the ultimate maritime experience with Seafarer: The Ship Sim. Choose between careers, take the helm of a variety of ships, and expand your fleet. Navigate a vast open world and become immersed in the beautiful expanses and rolling waves.

    2025SimulationCasualEarly Access14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Train Sim World® 2020

    WHY THIS

    Shares a nostalgic mood with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Ranked #8 for Ship Simulator Extremes fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Train Sim World is an immersive first-person simulator perfect for everyone, with complete in-cab interactivity, accurate detail on locos, real-world routes and hours of gameplay. Take to the rails with the brand-new Train Sim World 2020 Edition and find everything you need to master new skills.

    2017Simulation12.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Ship Simulator Extremes at current Steam store prices.

  1. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    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. People Playground

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space.

    2019ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Kerbal Space Program

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    In Kerbal Space Program, take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals. You have access to an array of parts to assemble fully-functional spacecraft that flies (or doesn’t) based on realistic aerodynamic and orbital physics.

    2015IndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Cookie Clicker

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    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 ↗
  5. Noita

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.

    2020ActionIndieAdventure7.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. FTL: Faster Than Light

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    This "spaceship simulation roguelike-like" allows you to take your ship and crew on an adventure through a randomly generated galaxy filled with glory and bitter defeat.

    2012StrategyIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~85% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

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

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Don't Starve

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Ship Simulator Extremes on Steam right now. Shares Simulation with Ship Simulator Extremes.

    Don’t Starve is an uncompromising wilderness survival game full of science and magic. Enter a strange and unexplored world full of strange creatures, dangers, and surprises. Gather resources to craft items and structures that match your survival style.

    2013IndieAdventureSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

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

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Lab

    WHY THIS

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

    Welcome to The Lab, a compilation of Valve’s room-scale VR experiments set in a pocket universe within Aperture Science. Fix a robot, defend a castle, adopt a mechanical dog, and more. Still not sold? It’s free!

    2016Free To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  3. SuchArt: Creative Space

    WHY THIS

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

    Paint on any surfaces with numerous tools in Creative Space — a free sandbox version of SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator. Create masterpieces, complete commissions, and decorate your studio in the most advanced artist sim!

    2021ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Jigsaw Puzzle Dreams

    WHY THIS

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

    Beautiful Multiplayer Jigsaw Puzzle game where you can design the room you play in!

    2021IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Unturned

    WHY THIS

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

    You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.

    2017ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Sims™ 4

    WHY THIS

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

    Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.

    2020AdventureSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Aimlabs

    WHY THIS

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

    Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 45 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!

    2023ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Where Winds Meet

    WHY THIS

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

    Step into an open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China. Uncover the secrets of your own identity as you rise from a humble village wanderer to the sword master of the imperial capital. Learn martial arts and build your reputation as a hero or a bringer of chaos in this free wuxia world.

    2025ActionAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Ship Simulator Extremes

Does Ship Simulator Extremes work on Steam Deck?
Ship Simulator Extremes is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Ship Simulator Extremes cost?
Ship Simulator Extremes is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Ship Simulator Extremes have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Ship Simulator Extremes supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player).
What games are most similar to Ship Simulator Extremes?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Ship Simulator Extremes are World Ship Simulator, Fishing: Barents Sea, Train Simulator Classic.
Who developed Ship Simulator Extremes?
Ship Simulator Extremes was developed by VStep and published by Paradox Interactive.

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