Cactus Simulator Remake (2025)

Developer: Dynamic Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Simulation
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 43 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 422 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You stand still as a cactus, taking in the quiet desert scenery in a meditative, slow-paced experience.

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What players say

Players agree this is a meme game meant to be left running for achievements, but many report it crashes from memory leaks and uses far more resources than a black screen should. The achievement grind is extreme, targeting 1000 hours, which divides those amused by the joke from those frustrated by the technical failures.

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