In this day and age, it’s becoming more important for people to have games to play on mobile devices. Millions of gamers play while on their daily commute to work. This creates a market for a very specific type of game, perfect for short bursts of play. That’s where the best simulator games on Android come in – here are our top five choices!
5. Mini Metro
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- Type: Subway Simulator
Ever wanted to design your own metro system? That’s what Mini Metro is all about. Simple and intuitive, Mini Metro tasks you with creating a travel system across maps in 34 cities around the world. While anyone can play it, it also features a level of depth you’d only expect to see from the very best simulator games, with a very high skill ceiling for those willing to put the time in.
4. Papers, Please
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- Type: Job Simulator
Papers, Please is a game that shouldn’t work as well as it does on mobile. Initially released on PC, it is now one of the best simulator games on Android. This game is all about working the borders of a fictional nation called Arstotzka, looking for clues to ensure no undesirable individuals enter illegally. It’s a classic indie game that holds up on any device, and is still well worth playing in 2024 and beyond.
3. The Sims Mobile
Credit: EA
- Type: Life Simulator
The Sims Mobile is that classic Sims experience you know and love, scaled down for Android devices. This life-simulation game misses out none of the important details you want from a Sims title, and remains perfect when you want to jump in on the go. Don’t feel like you’re missing out by not playing The Sims 4 instead – this has everything you need.
2. Fallout Shelter
Credit: Bethesda
- Type: Construction and Management Simulator
You don’t have to be a fan of the franchise to enjoy Fallout Shelter, and that’s part of the appeal. This is a game about building your own Vault from scratch, and looking after your vault dwellers to ensure they remain happy residents. By building your Vault in a certain way, you can attract characters from the wider franchise to live alongside you, which is great for fans of the series. There’s no time pressure either, so you can create your Vault periodically over several play sessions.
1. Stardew Valley
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- Type: Life Simulator
Taking top spot is, of course, Stardew Valley. It’s comfortably one of the best simulator games ever made, and translates perfectly on Android devices. It retains all of the charm of the PC version, with all the features you love included. Make no mistake – building your Stardew Valley farm is every bit as rewarding on Android as it is on other platforms. Don’t miss out on this title if you haven’t already played it.
