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Best Simulation games on Nintendo Switch
The 183 best Simulation games on Nintendo Switch, ranked from 21,552 critic and player ratings.
The best Simulation game on Nintendo Switch right now is Unpacking, with a critic score of 92/100 — updated August 2026.
01
Unpacking
Unpacking is a zen puzzle game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told.
92
/100
02
Against the Storm
A roguelite city builder set in a fantasy world tormented by the everlasting rain. Settle the unknown wilds to discover and rebuild the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. Develop technologies that will help your citizens tackle destructive storms and extend the frontier of your civilization.
90
/100
03
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.
90
/100
Unpacking
Unpacking is a zen puzzle game about the familiar experience of pulling possessions out of boxes and fitting them into a new home. Part block-fitting puzzle, part home decoration, you are invited to create a satisfying living space while learning clues about the life you’re unpacking. Over the course of eight house moves, you are given a chance to experience a sense of intimacy with a character you never see and a story you’re never told.
92
/100
02
Against the Storm
A roguelite city builder set in a fantasy world tormented by the everlasting rain. Settle the unknown wilds to discover and rebuild the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. Develop technologies that will help your citizens tackle destructive storms and extend the frontier of your civilization.
90
/100
03
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Escape to a deserted island and create your own paradise as you explore, create, and customize in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Your island getaway has a wealth of natural resources that can be used to craft everything from tools to creature comforts. You can hunt down insects at the crack of dawn, decorate your paradise throughout the day, or enjoy sunset on the beach while fishing in the ocean. The time of day and season match real life, so each day on your island is a chance to check in and find new surprises all year round.
90
/100
04
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
90
/100
05
Strange Horticulture
An occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.
90
/100
06
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is an open-ended country-life RPG! You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
89
/100
07
B
Cult of the Lamb
Cult of the Lamb casts players in the role of a possessed lamb saved from annihilation by an ominous stranger, and must repay their debt by building a loyal following in his name. Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland worshippers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.
89
/100
08
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI
Civilization is a turn-based strategy game in which you attempt to build an empire to stand the test of time. Become Ruler of the World by establishing and leading a civilization from the Stone Age to the Information Age. Wage war, conduct diplomacy, advance your culture, and go head-to-head with history’s greatest leaders as you attempt to build the greatest civilization the world has ever known.
88
/100
09
Lonely Mountains: Downhill
Just you and your bike - take it on a thrilling ride down an unspoiled mountain landscape. Make your way through thick forests, narrow trails and wild rivers. Race, jump, slide and try not to crash - all the way from the peak to the valley!
88
/100
10
What the Golf?
The golf game for people who hate golf. A silly physics-based golf parody where every golf course is a new surprising type of golf, some brilliant or hilarious, others so absurd they will make you go: What the golf!
88
/100
11
Football Manager 2019
88
/100
12
Palia
87
/100
13
Two Point Hospital
87
/100
14
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
87
/100
15
World of Goo
87
/100
16
Venba
87
/100
17
Kerbal Space Program
87
/100
18
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
86
/100
19
Overcooked! All You Can Eat
86
/100
20
Orwell: Keeping an Eye on You
86
/100
21
Mini Motorways
86
/100
22
Dredge
86
/100
23
Factorio
86
/100
24
Telling Lies
85
/100
25
XCOM 2
85
/100
26
Cities: Skylines
85
/100
27
Frostpunk
85
/100
28
Dispatch
85
/100
29
Catherine: Full Body
85
/100
30
Loop Hero
85
/100
31
Outer Wilds
85
/100
32
Hypnospace Outlaw
84
/100
33
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
84
/100
34
Curse of the Dead Gods
84
/100
35
Spiritfarer
84
/100
36
FAR: Lone Sails
84
/100
37
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
84
/100
38
VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action
84
/100
39
Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
83
/100
40
Art of Rally
83
/100
41
A
Minecraft
83
/100
42
This War of Mine
83
/100
43
ABZU
83
/100
44
Prison Architect
83
/100
45
Ring Fit Adventure
83
/100
46
Dysmantle
83
/100
47
Pandemic: The Board Game
83
/100
48
Kingdom Two Crowns
83
/100
49
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
83
/100
50
Fortnite
83
/100
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
90
/100
05
Strange Horticulture
An occult puzzle game in which you play as the proprietor of a local plant store. Find and identify new plants, pet your cat, speak to a coven, or join a cult. Use your collection of powerful plants to influence the story and unravel Undermere’s dark mysteries.
90
/100
06
Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is an open-ended country-life RPG! You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
89
/100
07
B
Cult of the Lamb
Cult of the Lamb casts players in the role of a possessed lamb saved from annihilation by an ominous stranger, and must repay their debt by building a loyal following in his name. Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland worshippers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.
89
/100
08
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI
Civilization is a turn-based strategy game in which you attempt to build an empire to stand the test of time. Become Ruler of the World by establishing and leading a civilization from the Stone Age to the Information Age. Wage war, conduct diplomacy, advance your culture, and go head-to-head with history’s greatest leaders as you attempt to build the greatest civilization the world has ever known.
88
/100
09
Lonely Mountains: Downhill
Just you and your bike - take it on a thrilling ride down an unspoiled mountain landscape. Make your way through thick forests, narrow trails and wild rivers. Race, jump, slide and try not to crash - all the way from the peak to the valley!
88
/100
10
What the Golf?
The golf game for people who hate golf. A silly physics-based golf parody where every golf course is a new surprising type of golf, some brilliant or hilarious, others so absurd they will make you go: What the golf!
88
/100
11
Football Manager 2019
88
/100
12
Palia
87
/100
13
Two Point Hospital
87
/100
14
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
87
/100
15
World of Goo
87
/100
16
Venba
87
/100
17
Kerbal Space Program
87
/100
18
13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
86
/100
19
Overcooked! All You Can Eat
86
/100
20
Orwell: Keeping an Eye on You
86
/100
21
Mini Motorways
86
/100
22
Dredge
86
/100
23
Factorio
86
/100
24
Telling Lies
85
/100
25
XCOM 2
85
/100
26
Cities: Skylines
85
/100
27
Frostpunk
85
/100
28
Dispatch
85
/100
29
Catherine: Full Body
85
/100
30
Loop Hero
85
/100
31
Outer Wilds
85
/100
32
Hypnospace Outlaw
84
/100
33
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
84
/100
34
Curse of the Dead Gods
84
/100
35
Spiritfarer
84
/100
36
FAR: Lone Sails
84
/100
37
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
84
/100
38
VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action
84
/100
39
Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
83
/100
40
Art of Rally
83
/100
41
A
Minecraft
83
/100
42
This War of Mine
83
/100
43
ABZU
83
/100
44
Prison Architect
83
/100
45
Ring Fit Adventure
83
/100
46
Dysmantle
83
/100
47
Pandemic: The Board Game
83
/100
48
Kingdom Two Crowns
83
/100
49
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
83
/100
50
Fortnite
83
/100
FAQ
What is the best Simulation game on Nintendo Switch?
Unpacking currently tops the ranking with a score of 92/100 across 233 ratings. Ranking updated August 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.