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Games like Train Mechanic Simulator 2017

If Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Train Simulator 1890, Transport Fever and City Transport Simulator 2026 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, chill and cozy. 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 Train Mechanic Simulator 2017: Take your opportunity as real Train Mechanic. Find locomotives around game world that needs your help and repair them in one of 3 workshops localized in huge 25 km2 open world. You will be face all types of damages in all genres of trains: Diesel, Electric and even Old-School Steam units.

2017StrategyIndieSimulationCasual7.99 USDWindowsby Si7 Studio
Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 — Steam game cover
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Cheap price makes it accessibleCovers diesel electric and steam locomotivesRepairing trains feels hands on and satisfyingAtmosphericChillCozy

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Steam players who put hours into Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 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. Train Simulator 1890

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Run your own railway business! Restore your main station, keep it clean, stock shop shelves, and check tickets. Buy new wagons, decorate them inside and out, and transport passengers or cargo. Throw coal, push levers, control the steam, and drive your train to grow your railway empire.

    IndieAdventureSimulationSteam ↗
  2. Transport Fever

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Transport Fever is a railroad-focused tycoon game. Players start in 1850 and build up a thriving transport company. As an emerging transport tycoon, the player constructs stations, airports, harbors and makes money by connecting areas requiring transport services. Build up your own Empire!

    2016Simulation29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. City Transport Simulator 2026

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Third-strongest match for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Step into the next generation of urban public transport with City Transport Simulator 2026! Experience the most immersive bus and tram simulation yet, with a dynamic city that reacts to your every decision.

    2026Simulation39.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Transport Fever 2

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way!

    2019StrategyIndieSimulation39.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Rally Mechanic Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Take your opportunity as a real Rally Mechanic. Overcome all the obstacles that the reckless racers throw at you - including unrepairable parts, time limitations and more. Take good care of your rally cars so that on the next special they will perform as good as if they came out of the factory.

    2025SportsIndieSimulation17.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Coal Mining Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Ranked #6 for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Strategy and Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Welcome to the world of Coal Mining! Start with almost nothing and get to the top - develop your mine, sell coal, buy new machines and avoid dangers in this sandbox simulator. Take control of numerous mining machines. Destroy, mine, drill, transport and blow things up.

    2023StrategyIndieAdventure14.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Train Simulator Classic

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Ranked #7 for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    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 ↗
  8. Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021

    WHY THIS

    Shares a relaxing mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Ranked #8 for Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Become a motorbike mechanic and build your empire. Buy, repair, renovate, and create your own dreamed custom motorcycle.

    2021IndieSimulationCasual19.99 USDSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Train Mechanic Simulator 2017

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Tank Mechanic Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Reviewers of Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Renovate & build II World War tanks. Experience highly detailed & realistic simulation game. Take tanks fully apart by using different tools. Transform them from rusty and ruined to fully working. Check them on the training ground, sell or put into your own museum.

    2020ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Plane Mechanic Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Shares an atmospheric mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Reviewers of Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    England, 1940. The Luftwaffe is preparing for the invasion of Britain and the RAF need every man to stop it. They need you. Join the ground crews as they struggle to keep the aircraft flying. Repair engine, patch bullet holes, rearm machine guns and more.

    2024IndieAdventureSimulation11.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Car Mechanic Simulator VR

    WHY THIS

    Shares a chill mood with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Reviewers of Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Become a real car mechanic in a very realistic, highly detailed simulator in a fully VR World. REPAIR, PAINT, TUNING with dozens of different tools and almost thousands of parts. BUY old vehicles, restore them, and SELL them at a profit. DRIVE and test all rebuilt cars.

    2021SimulationRacing19.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

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

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. GRIS

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~53% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

    2018IndieAdventure3.74 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    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 ↗
  5. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~81% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Crypt of the NecroDancer

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

    2015ActionIndieRPG2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. A Short Hike

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

    2019IndieAdventure3.99 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. Shares Indie and Casual with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    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. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

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

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

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

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    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 ↗
  5. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Simulation with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

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

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

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    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 ↗
  7. The Looker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

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

    2022IndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Sheepy: A Short Adventure

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Train Mechanic Simulator 2017.

    A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.

    2024IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Train Mechanic Simulator 2017

How much does Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 cost?
Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 is listed on Steam at 7.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Train Mechanic Simulator 2017?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 are Train Simulator 1890, Transport Fever, City Transport Simulator 2026.
Who developed Train Mechanic Simulator 2017?
Train Mechanic Simulator 2017 was developed by Si7 Studio and published by Atomic Jelly, PlayWay S.A..

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