Rank 01Why this
Also Trains and Driving, like Train Sim World 2020.
- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 5)
- Deck Playable
- 2020
The closest matches to Train Sim World® 2020: Train Sim World® 2, Train Simulator Classic, Train Sim World® 3, Transport Fever, and Derail Valley. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
Rank 01Why this
Also Trains and Driving, like Train Sim World 2020.
Rank 02
Rank 03Why this
Shares dlc driven content with Train Sim World 2020.



Why this: Also Trains and America, like Train Sim World 2020.


Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Train Sim World 2020.

Players highlight
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Train Sim World® 2020 at current Steam store prices.

Why this: Same relaxing mood as Train Sim World 2020.

Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Train Sim World 2020.



Other recommendable Steam games by Dovetail Games, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

Why this: Also Trains and Driving, like Train Sim World 2020.

Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Train Sim World 2020.

Why this: Shares dlc driven content with Train Sim World 2020.

Why this: Same relaxing mood as Train Sim World 2020.
The closest matches to Train Sim World® 2020: Train Sim World® 2, Train Simulator Classic, Train Sim World® 3, Transport Fever, and Derail Valley. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Train Sim World® 2020 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Train Sim World® 2, Train Simulator Classic and Train Sim World® 3 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as contemplative, immersive and nostalgic, and single out its dlc driven content and first person perspective. 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.
Train Sim World 2020 is a simulation game released in 2017 by Dovetail Games, currently priced at $12.99 USD and marked as Playable on Steam Deck. The core experience centers on operating trains using procedural systems, with first-person perspective cabs, free-mode exploration across open-world routes, and timetable services that provide hundreds of hours of gameplay. Players describe the atmosphere as contemplative and nostalgic, and highlight that locomotives feel like distinct characters with their own operational personalities. The game is solo-only with a chill difficulty profile and a massive length suited to sit-down sessions. Reviewers note the realistic controls and thorough tutorials help newcomers learn complex procedures. Content expands through DLC-driven additions, and the game holds a 72% positive rating from 2,721 Steam reviews.
About Train Sim World® 2020: 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.
Mostly recommended
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“This game was abandoned by the devs. Just like every year. Buyer beware, this Dev is committed to slapping a new number on their product every year a la Fifa”
“With a sequel coming out every few years and the amount of paid extra content it feels like FIFA now.”
People who play it also play: Train Sim World® 2, Train Simulator Classic, Train Sim World® 3
Train Sim World® 2020 is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
Train Sim World® 2020 is listed on Steam at 12.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Train Sim World® 2020 are Train Sim World® 2, Train Simulator Classic, Train Sim World® 3.
Train Sim World® 2020 was developed by Dovetail Games and published by Dovetail Games - TSW.