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Best Simulation games of 2017
The 42 best Simulation games released in 2017, ranked from 5,545 critic and player ratings.
The best Simulation game of 2017 is Opus Magnum, with a critic score of 92/100 — updated août 2026.
01
Opus Magnum
Master the intricate, physical machinery of the transmutation engine— the alchemical engineer’s most advanced tool— and use it to create vital remedies, precious gemstones, deadly weapons, and more. Design Machines - Design and build machines that carry out alchemical processes using a variety of components. Open-Ended Puzzles - Compete against your friends and the world to build the simplest, fastest, and most compact solutions. Export animated GIFs to show them off. Steam Workshop - Make and share your own puzzles with full Steam Workshop integration and an easy-to-use puzzle editor. Solitaire Minigame - Take a break with Sigmar’s Garden, an original alchemy-based solitaire game.
92
/100
02
XCOM 2: War of the Chosen
XCOM 2: War of the Chosen adds extensive new content in the fight against Advent when additional resistance factions form in order to eliminate the alien threat on Earth. In response, a new enemy, known as the “Chosen,” emerges with one goal: recapture the Commander. This expansion includes new Hero classes to counter the “Chosen”, new enemies, missions, environments and increased depth in strategic gameplay.
86
/100
03
Forza Motorsport 7
Forza Motorsport 7 immerses players in the exhilarating thrill of competitive racing. From mastering the new motorsport-inspired campaign to collecting a wide range of cars to experiencing the excitement of driving at the limit, this is Forza reimagined.
86
/100
Opus Magnum
Master the intricate, physical machinery of the transmutation engine— the alchemical engineer’s most advanced tool— and use it to create vital remedies, precious gemstones, deadly weapons, and more. Design Machines - Design and build machines that carry out alchemical processes using a variety of components. Open-Ended Puzzles - Compete against your friends and the world to build the simplest, fastest, and most compact solutions. Export animated GIFs to show them off. Steam Workshop - Make and share your own puzzles with full Steam Workshop integration and an easy-to-use puzzle editor. Solitaire Minigame - Take a break with Sigmar’s Garden, an original alchemy-based solitaire game.
92
/100
02
XCOM 2: War of the Chosen
XCOM 2: War of the Chosen adds extensive new content in the fight against Advent when additional resistance factions form in order to eliminate the alien threat on Earth. In response, a new enemy, known as the “Chosen,” emerges with one goal: recapture the Commander. This expansion includes new Hero classes to counter the “Chosen”, new enemies, missions, environments and increased depth in strategic gameplay.
86
/100
03
Forza Motorsport 7
Forza Motorsport 7 immerses players in the exhilarating thrill of competitive racing. From mastering the new motorsport-inspired campaign to collecting a wide range of cars to experiencing the excitement of driving at the limit, this is Forza reimagined.
86
/100
04
Oxygen Not Included
86
/100
05
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover. Created in collaboration with neuroscientists and people who experience psychosis, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice will pull you deep into Senua’s mind.
84
/100
06
Pro Evolution Soccer 2018
Pro Evolution Soccer 2018 is a football simulation game developed and published by Konami in 2017. It features updated teams, players, and competitions with a focus on realistic gameplay and presentation. The game introduces improved ball control, dribbling mechanics, and enhanced player animations. Modes include Master League, Become a Legend, online multiplayer, and licensed tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League.
84
/100
07
Project CARS 2
Project CARS 2 is the next evolution in the award-winning racing series, featuring the most iconic cars under the most thrilling of conditions to deliver the “Ultimate Driver Journey” experience. Created by gamers, tested by world-class racing drivers, and the definitive choice of e-Sports pros – Project CARS 2 brings together the essence of motorsports racing in the most beautiful, authentically crafted, and technically advanced racing game on the planet.
84
/100
08
Rising Storm 2: VIETNAM
81
/100
09
Football Manager 2018
81
/100
10
Emily Is Away Too
Emily is Away Too is the spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed original. Message both Emily and Evelyn as you determine the outcome of your senior year. Extend the story past the chat window with youtube links, facebook profiles and file transfers. And most importantly, change your text color to lime green so everyone knows you're the coolest kid in school.
80
/100
11
Battle Brothers
80
/100
12
EVERSPACE
80
/100
13
Heat Signature
79
/100
14
Kingsway
79
/100
15
Bridge Constructor Portal
78
/100
16
Stories Untold
78
/100
17
Hot Shots Golf (2017)
78
/100
18
Gran Turismo Sport
77
/100
19
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III
77
/100
20
The Escapists 2
75
/100
21
Bomber Crew
75
/100
22
Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!!
74
/100
23
Accounting+
74
/100
24
TheHunter: Call of the Wild
74
/100
25
Serial Cleaner
73
/100
26
Domina
73
/100
27
Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator
73
/100
28
Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition
73
/100
29
Aven Colony
73
/100
30
Stick Fight: The Game
73
/100
31
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
72
/100
32
Fire Emblem Heroes
72
/100
33
Everything
72
/100
34
Snake Pass
71
/100
35
Simulacra
70
/100
36
Beat Cop
70
/100
37
Ark: Survival Evolved
69
/100
38
Crossout
68
/100
39
911 Operator
68
/100
40
VRChat
64
/100
41
Youtubers Life
63
/100
42
WWE 2K18
58
/100
Oxygen Not Included
86
/100
05
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness. Set in the Viking age, a broken Celtic warrior embarks on a haunting vision quest into Viking Hell to fight for the soul of her dead lover. Created in collaboration with neuroscientists and people who experience psychosis, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice will pull you deep into Senua’s mind.
84
/100
06
Pro Evolution Soccer 2018
Pro Evolution Soccer 2018 is a football simulation game developed and published by Konami in 2017. It features updated teams, players, and competitions with a focus on realistic gameplay and presentation. The game introduces improved ball control, dribbling mechanics, and enhanced player animations. Modes include Master League, Become a Legend, online multiplayer, and licensed tournaments such as the UEFA Champions League.
84
/100
07
Project CARS 2
Project CARS 2 is the next evolution in the award-winning racing series, featuring the most iconic cars under the most thrilling of conditions to deliver the “Ultimate Driver Journey” experience. Created by gamers, tested by world-class racing drivers, and the definitive choice of e-Sports pros – Project CARS 2 brings together the essence of motorsports racing in the most beautiful, authentically crafted, and technically advanced racing game on the planet.
84
/100
08
Rising Storm 2: VIETNAM
81
/100
09
Football Manager 2018
81
/100
10
Emily Is Away Too
Emily is Away Too is the spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed original. Message both Emily and Evelyn as you determine the outcome of your senior year. Extend the story past the chat window with youtube links, facebook profiles and file transfers. And most importantly, change your text color to lime green so everyone knows you're the coolest kid in school.
80
/100
11
Battle Brothers
80
/100
12
EVERSPACE
80
/100
13
Heat Signature
79
/100
14
Kingsway
79
/100
15
Bridge Constructor Portal
78
/100
16
Stories Untold
78
/100
17
Hot Shots Golf (2017)
78
/100
18
Gran Turismo Sport
77
/100
19
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III
77
/100
20
The Escapists 2
75
/100
21
Bomber Crew
75
/100
22
Cook, Serve, Delicious! 2!!
74
/100
23
Accounting+
74
/100
24
TheHunter: Call of the Wild
74
/100
25
Serial Cleaner
73
/100
26
Domina
73
/100
27
Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator
73
/100
28
Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition
73
/100
29
Aven Colony
73
/100
30
Stick Fight: The Game
73
/100
31
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
72
/100
32
Fire Emblem Heroes
72
/100
33
Everything
72
/100
34
Snake Pass
71
/100
35
Simulacra
70
/100
36
Beat Cop
70
/100
37
Ark: Survival Evolved
69
/100
38
Crossout
68
/100
39
911 Operator
68
/100
40
VRChat
64
/100
41
Youtubers Life
63
/100
42
WWE 2K18
58
/100
FAQ
What is the best Simulation game of 2017?
Opus Magnum currently tops the ranking with a score of 92/100 across 35 ratings. Ranking updated août 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.