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Simulation games are tasked to imitate activities that might either be real or fictional. These types of games don’t necessarily have a purpose and are virtually endless, yet there are many who enjoy this sort of play. There are several types of simulation games, ranging from truck simulation, car simulation, taxi simulation, flight simulation, and even games like goat simulation. The last one is mostly a spoof and not really an actual simulation game. While there are increasing number of utterly pointless and retarded simulation games on the rise, there are few who are brilliant as they five a very realistic sense of the event.This list consists of some of the best simulation games created till date.
#10 Spore
Spore is a game which allows the player to create their own world. In the game the player can create and evolve life, they can advance by creating their own tribes, establish civilisations, and ultimately create their own world. Almost every aspect of the game is customizable, these include the creatures, buildings, vehicles, and even space ships.
The game is made of five phases, and each phase has different challenges and goals. In the game, you can take a cell nurture it and evolve it from its aquatic roots to a superior species. The player can also directly start building their civilisation or tribe on multiple planets.
#9 Police Force 2
Police Force 2 is the sequel to the successful police simulation game Police Force. The purpose of the game is to act as a police officer and make the streets of the city a safer place to stay. The player takes on several assignments faced by police officers in real life to ensure the safety of the citizens in a metropolitan city.
The police will have to assignments such as questioning witnesses, pursuing criminals in cars, and using advanced forensic labs to determine the identities of criminals by analysing evidence from crime scenes. The player will have to be respond to incidents as fast as possible and arrest a variety of criminals ranging from kidnapping, traffic accidents and violence.
#8 Microsoft Flight Simulator X
Flight Simulator is one of the most realistic flight simulation games in the world. Although the game was made in 2006, it is still a very relevant game as it has very realistic features. The game allows the player to control several forms of aircrafts, ranging from a helicopter to a commercial plane.
The game features more than 55 missions that the player can choose from, the various missions will enable the player to test their skill. The game can be played by anyone, it is not necessarily limited to people who are well versed with flight simulation games, and even players who are starting the game for the first time can play the game.
#7 Farming Simulation
Farming Simulator 15 is the latest addition to the series. This game is one of the best games that simulates a farming environment. Although games like Farmville are some of the more popular farming games, they do not offer the depth and graphics of the series.
The game features over 100 vehicles and tools, they also have over 40 licensed brands like New Holland, Ponsse and many more. The game now allows people to play on the internet in multiplayer mode, which was previously not available for Windows 8 users. The game also allow people to cultivate their land, harvest crops, and breed cattle.
In this instalment of the game, the player can manage their farm in two different environments. Apart from the standard farming environment, they have enabled the farmer to conduct business in a Scandinavian environment.
#6 Silent Hunter III
Silent Hunter III is a submarine simulation game, the game’s predecessor was considered to be one of the best submarine emulating games until this was made. This game too takes place in the World War II time period.
The game features a historically accurate depiction of the submarines, ships, and aircrafts. They also feature a realistic 3D water modelling, and day or night cycles.
There are several U-boats to choose from in the game. The player may either choose from Type II, VII, IX, and XXI submarines.
Apart from controlling the external features and events of the submarine, the player is also given control of the crew and their responsibilities.
#5 IL-2 Sturmovik
This game is one of the best flight simulator games that allow you to fly during the World War II time period. The pilot can engage in several missions which involves air-to-air, air-to-ground, search & destroy and escort missions. The game also has a feature which allows several players to play against each other over LAN.
In the game, the player can choose from 31 types of planes which may either be Russian, German or American. The player can decide the colour of the plane as well as the position they want to occupy in it.
The player can be part of several flight combat modes where they can fight either ground or airborne targets.
#4 Train Simulator
Train Simulator 2015, is very similar to its predecessor. The game is fun for players who enjoy railways as you can control trains from various parts of the world. The game also features an editor which allows the player to create their own train, routes and tasks.
A new feature in this game is the TS Academy, which is kind of like a school for Train Station noobs. In this feature, the player can learn about some of the more advanced features in a train and become familiar with various types of trains. In this game there are more models and routes to choose from.
#3 Football Manager
Football Manager is one of the best games in terms of managing a football club. Unlike FIFA manager mode, in Football Manager the player has control over every aspect of the club. During a match, the player gets to decide who plays, who’s on bench, and who gets subbed on or off. The manager is also in complete control of the tactics and formations being used.
Off the pitch, the manager has to decide if the club will spend for a big-money transfer, or develop the star from the youth system. The player will have to decide the training and match preparation. The relationship with the higher ups will also be a factor in the manager’s success at a club.
The game is perfect for people who want to get a feel for the tasks and pressure faced in a realistic football club. The manager will have to manage the finance, the players, as well as the public relations to be a true success at a club
#2 Sims 4
Sims 4 is the newest game in the Sims series. This game is fundamentally the same as Sims 3 and has no revolutionary changes in gameplay. In the new Sims game the characters goal is to set up a Sim family and provide their material, as well as mental needs. Although creating a family is the ultimate goal of the game, the player can do whatever they want during in the game and isn’t forced down one path.
The new game has enhanced features in terms character description, as in now the character’s posture and body language can be set in the beginning, which affects the way the character is treated in the game. The advanced AI of the games gives a more varied range of reaction and make them more natural compared to its predecessors.
#1 Euro Truck Simulator 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2 is the second instalment to the series. The game is largely focused on driving a truck across Europe where you have to maintain your vehicle, as well as deliver cargo from one place to another. You earn money by delivering the cargo to the location, the sooner you deliver the higher your reward.
The game has extremely detailed models of trucks from companies like Mercedes, Scania and many others. These trucks look exactly like their real-life counterparts, and can be modified in several ways to create a machine that will cruise through the various landscape in Europe.
The game received the Sim of the Year award in 2012.
