Ant Keeping Simulator (2024)

Developer: Kunstaat
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Simulation
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 122 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, meditative simulation where you observe and nurture a realistic ant colony at a gentle, unhurried pace.

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What players say

Players say the controls are deeply frustrating and the ants clip through walls, though the ant behaviors themselves feel realistic. Fans of real ant keeping appreciate the simulation, but players note the battles are pointless and earning currency is a grind. There are reports of save data disappearing, especially after battles or in real-time mode.

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