Nuclear War Simulator (2023)

Developer: Bit Mirror
Publisher: Slitherine Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Simulation
Rating: 3.4 of 5, 270 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A meticulous and sobering simulation that asks you to confront the cold calculations and humanitarian cost of nuclear war.

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What players say

Players stress this is a realistic simulation, not a traditional game, with a steep learning curve and poor UI. Many compare it unfavorably to the free NUKEMAP, calling it too expensive for its current state, though long-time users praise its depth and an active developer.

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