Best Life Sim Old School Games on PC

Goalgetter

The first First-Person Football Manager gives you the chance to make your dream, of becoming a top striker in one of the major European leagues, come true.

You are a young and very gifted football player. Now you are getting the chance to play in the first league. Fight to achieve an essential position for yourself in your team, either by intensive training or by winning the sympathies of the fans and the trainer by other ways. Give interviews, make yourself seen in TV broadcasts and read your performance reviews in the papers.

Your private life is also an important factor. Do you want to get married, have kids, and buy a house? Do you want to buy fancy cars and try your luck in gambling, or do you rather want to fill up your bank account? Buy shares and monitor the stock market developments. Sign advertising deals and grow your popularity on social media.

Be careful not to make the wrong friends and keep concentrated on football.

Achieve the sympathy of the national team coach and be part of the World and European Cup. Participate in international and local cup matches as well as matches within your league. The game includes all major competitions. Transfer to other teams and employ your personal fitness coach.

Do you want to play fair, or do you prefer to cheat during the match? It is all up to you!

In addition to your career, you can also replay historical World Cup and European Championship tournaments.

Much content:

Simulate the entire career of your player from the first professional contract at the age of 17 to the end of the career
Replay historical World Cup and European Championship tournaments
More than 50 leagues around the world can be actively played
All national teams in the world can be played from you
Includes all major leagues and cup competitions such as World Cup, European Championship, U20 World Cup, U17 World Cup, Club World Cup, Olympic Games, U19 European Championship, U21 European Championship, Nations League, Champions League, European League, Conference League, and much more.
More than 1000 teams
More than 10,000 players
Play with up to 4 players on one PC or via Steam Remote Play
Full control over the game world. Edit players, leagues, countries, referees, and teams according to your needs!
Exchange your self-created editor- and community-content with other players via the Steam Workshop

Great presentation

Beautiful 3D graphics in realistic locations such as stadium, training ground, office, casino, living room, doctor’s office, etc.
Detailed statistics
Intensive 3D conversations with fellow players, friends, consultants, trainers, etc.
Action-packed football matches in first person perspective
Many realistic and sometimes funny events

Infinite possibilities

Make the right decisions in the live game and use the right shooting technique
The possibilities in the live game cover all facets of modern football
Improve your 15 skills in training - do you want to follow the instructions of the trainer or prefer to set your own priorities
Demand favors from your teammates or help them to win their place in the team
Give interviews in the newspaper and on TV
Organize fan festivals and parties for your teammates
Improve your popularity with teammates, fans, coaches, national coaches, the press with various conversations and actions
Get tips from legendary strikers and thus increase your scoring skill
Become a member of the team council and team captain and lead the national team onto the field as its team captain
Do you want to negotiate contracts yourself or do you hire a consultant?
Hire a private fitness coach or mental coach
Enjoy your private life, go on vacation, organize parties, have children, and make friends, but always make sure that your fitness does not suffer as a result
Keep your girlfriend happy, negotiate advertising contracts and donate money to charity
Become a social media star and increase the number of your followers with posts
Buy cars, houses, and other luxury goods
Visit the casino and play roulette or blackjack
Take care of your health to avoid injuries and conclude an appropriate insurance
Buy stocks and follow their development or do you want to invest your money differently?

Subsidized by the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure.

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Goalgetter on Steam

Compost

A fun little game that is a mix of tower defense and critter simulation.

There are many various critters in the game with each type having their own behavior and priorities,

some being peaceful, some preying on other types of critters, some plants having different ways to spread, some critters eating specific plants and so on, which makes for a surprising amount of artificial intelligence in the game.

You don’t control anything directly but instead are given power to generate a breeze that gently pushes stuff around.

– Real player with 2.6 hrs in game

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This is a great game! A retro style with a current social feel! Some things I like about it:

1. It feel like playing one of my arcade machines

2. Who doesnt want their garden to thrive?

3. The game is explained just enough that makes you think about what you need to do in order for your garden to stay healthy

4. While there are not tons of critters/plants/baddies to understand its great fun learning how they all interact and what they do

I really do enjoy playing this game and look forward to the next round of mouse clicking madness! (thank goodness for pause!)

– Real player with 0.4 hrs in game

Compost on Steam

Dreams Of Adventure

This is a game that’s still being worked on, that’s clear enough to see. There’s bugs and glitches galore, but that hasn’t taken away from my enjoyment of it! It’s a fun RPG with a surprisingly large map and I’ve already had hours and hours of gameplay. It’s a REALLY open world game with a lot to explore. I’m playing the free early access version, that’s likely affecting my opinion, but since it is free I think anyone should just give it a shot.

– Real player with 23.2 hrs in game

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Good game dude just keep going with that :D

– Real player with 3.5 hrs in game

Dreams Of Adventure on Steam

Hockey Manager 20|20

The game is as deep of a hockey sim as I’ve ever seen, however no NHL license is a bit of an immersion killer for me, because I spend more time editing than I do playing. Another downer for me is not having the ability to choose between Euros and Dollars or KG’s and LB’s. When there is a complete overhaul to the US and Canadian teams available in the workshop then I’ll be more interested in playing, but until then it’s FHM for me. If you don’t mind the lack of an NHL license and or editing for months, then the game might be for you. If you’re like me though, I can’t recommend it.

– Real player with 14.2 hrs in game

I like the editing options, there is a lot of play editing possibilities and you can even save and load edited databases. you can even get some addons here https://wasserlasser.com/

Although u might be spending a long time in the editor, the overall gameplay is nice and chill.

– Real player with 9.0 hrs in game

Hockey Manager 20|20 on Steam

Silk Roads: Caravan Kings

Here’s the deal, even if this game is not the most polished thing I have ever played, it shows potential. I mean the developer shows potential. It’s kind of like Oregon Trail, if you’ve ever played that. The thing that impressed me the most about this game however is the developer(s). They are willing to listen to a LOT of feedback. It’s very encouraging to have a developer who does this, especially in this day and age. While its not a huge grand strategy game like Hearts of Iron or an amazing role-playing game like Crusader Kings, it definitely deserves a place.

– Real player with 6.6 hrs in game

In any game there comes that particular crossroad point of is there enough to keep me interested or do i go back to the old faithful ones. Four hours of game time in i think i have hit that crossroads. I am now wondering if there is more to it or have i had my fill. I had this game on my wishlist, and part of my decision to purchase was based on its pricing.

I like the map set up, and the game icons are simple and to the point - which is a good thing. I concur about other reviewers statements about character development - the cat, the lute and the fishing rod. However, once the initial surprise of receipt is over, the actions around them seem disconnected and grindy. To be fair, the not wanting to disappoint my customers aspect of my gaming personality means I have not ventured too far to the East, as I want to meet my contract obligations.

– Real player with 4.3 hrs in game

Silk Roads: Caravan Kings on Steam

I Will Be There

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

You want to reach her. All you have is an RV. Hundreds of miles ahead in a post-apocalyptic, zombie-infested world. Take care of yourself and the vehicle, face random encounters and uncover the truth.

Features:

Story-rich gameplay: Feel the loneliness and longing for the loved one
Old-school adventure graphics: Immersive nostalgia with pixelated, 16-color objects and backgrounds
Fully operational vehicle: An RV in where you can eat, rest and get ready
Random encounters: Make each journey a unique experience
Day/Night cycle: Travel & explore in daylight and spend the night in safety
RPG elements: Invest skill points to improve your character
Official soundtrack

I Will Be There on Steam

Bountiful Life

About Bountiful Life

Bountiful Life is the next step in Farming & Life Simulator gaming. You’ve been tasked with the responsibility of taking over an abandoned rinky-dink farm. Maintain a source of income, create wholesome relationships with your friends and family, and discover yourself within Jubilee Village. Your time in Jubilee revolves around the three core aspects of life; your work, your friends and family, and your connection with the world.

Work - As the newest farmer, and member of Jubilee, you have a personal obligation to rejuvenate the farmland back to its former glory. Utilize a wide range of forms of labor such as the husbandry of farming crops and raising livestock, foraging, fishing, mining, and other mechanics.

Friends/Family - Jubilee is home to over 30 unique villagers who all have their own personalities, hopes, and dreams. Getting to know the villagers better can grow into close friendships enjoyed over bonding activities and common interests. Investing time into these relationships can lead to a fruitful outcome, such as marriage. You then have the option to raise or adopt children.

Your Place in the World- An integral part of Bountiful Life’s story is determining how connected you are to the world around you. Explore the history of the Jubilee Village, its people, their myths, and their legends. Learn about the fate of the old spirits that once inhabited the lands of Jubilee, where they went, and how you’re connected to them; or advance the research and technologies to bring Jubilee Village to a new modern age.

Full Release Features:

Co-Op! - Play with up to a group of four players, with full cross-platform cross-compatibility support.

Farming, Fishing, and Foraging, Oh My! - Manage your own farm and create a steady source of income. Grow crops, raise cattle, catch fish, and forage forests at your own pace.

Upgrades, People, Upgrades! - Advance your tools and skills to make your work more efficient and have longer-lasting stamina throughout the day.

Find Yourself! - Find yourself in Jubilee Village by exploring the world around you and decide where you fit in this new land.

Mine All Day! - Discover new gems and ore to use for tool upgrades and jewelry, or make strides in scientific advancements by donating your finds to the Village’s Observatory. Just don’t mine at night or dig straight down.

Relationships! - Each villager has their own unique lifestyle and personality. Get to know them better by talking with them each day, learning about their interest. Soon, you may find yourself in a blossoming relationship with your favorite villager.

Let the Games Begin! - Jubilee Village hosts multiple festivals each month. Participate in engaging mini-games that test and hone your skills, and learn about the lore behind each festival.

Explore! - Get lost in Jubilee Village’s forests, stumble down through the mines, frolic through the fields, or feel the sand on your feet at the beach. There’s no limit to what you’ll find when you explore Jubilee.

Music! - Hours of original, professionally made music tailored to every setting and environment you’ll come across.

Controller Support! - Full support for generic, xbox, and playstation controllers.

What Makes Bountiful Life Unique?

Co-Op - Alcinous Studios is avoiding the pitfall of making their game single-player from the beginning. Bountiful Life is being developed with the end-goal of bringing you a cross-platform, co-op experience tailored to all mediums.

Artstyle - We have implemented a new standard in the creative direction of Farming and Life Simulators. The vibrant, stylized environment with stunning characters and precise attention to detail creates a more immersive atmosphere in the Village bringing our characters and the world around them to life.

Best Friend Mechanic - Romance is not the only reason to pursue relationships with others. In Bountiful Life, players can also unlock special events and dialogue that lead them to maintain a unique best friend relationship with one villager. Your best friend might even have an influence over your child! So choose carefully!

Mini-Games - Players will use engaging mini-games to complete part-time jobs, win festivals, fish, and cook.

Bountiful Life on Steam

Handball Manager 2021

Awesome game! Finally a good handball game, especially at times, when we can’t play real handball.

It’s fun to progress with your favourite club and create a team of all your favoutire players. You also learn a lot about managing / coaching a real club / team.

Unfortunately it only has the real players for German, Spanish and Czech leagues, but with the editor mode, the community can create the other teams. I will share a data set including all Championsleague teams as soon as I’m done.

There are still some little bugs and crashes in the game, but only one week after sending a bug report, most of them were already fixed.

– Real player with 184.6 hrs in game

The best handball simulator on the market! Although, to be fair, that’s sadly not saying much when looking at the handball games available currently.

The game offers all the options that one could want from being a handball coach. Additionally, the ability to customize your experience through the editor certaintely gives the game a lot more depth and replayability.

However, there are notable flaws. This mainly has to do with the sometimes poor English grammar as well as the fairly outdated graphics - both of these aspects really take you out of the experience. I have also experienced a few crashes from time to time which has resulted in a bit of loss in my game progression. Lastly, the lack of certain official team licenses as well as the sometimes seemingly inconsistent match simulation are also worth noting.

– Real player with 55.4 hrs in game

Handball Manager 2021 on Steam

STONKS-9800: Stock Market Simulator

A simulator of a businessman on the Japanese stock market in the 80s and 90s. Chill, catch a retro vibe, and watch your profits grow in the text-based game STONKS-9800.

Features:

Buy stocks, get dividends, monitor the stock price;
Your actions affect the market;
Keep an eye on your health and do not overwork, lest you end up in the hospital;
Take care of a lot of problems;
Buy your own real estate and cars, increasing your level of comfort;
Manage the company, having a controlling interest;
The opportunity to earn not only the legal way;
Mini-games: pachinko and betting on horse races;
Many other features and unexpected situations await you in STONKS-9800.