Underplayed Gems

Steam Engine Simulator (2023)

Steam Engine Simulator cover
Developer
Ektorom Software Inc.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation
Rating
4.9 of 5, 8,943 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

Operating a miniature steam engine with a focus on ambient mechanical sounds and simple controls.

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What players say

Players describe it as a simple simulator that becomes surprisingly addictive once you learn its systems. Long-time players say there is little beyond maintaining an efficient engine, and some wish they could design their own or see steam flow through pipes.

Screenshots

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