Gas Station Simulator (2021)

Developer: DRAGO entertainment
Publisher: DRAGO entertainment, HeartBeat Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 27,266 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a laid-back yet engaging management loop where you restore and run a desert gas station at your own pace, with light humour and freedom to shape your business

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What players say

Players describe it as a relaxing, grindy management sim where you build a gas station from scratch. The gameplay loop is simple and task-driven, built around mini-games for fueling, repairs and the cash register. Reviews agree it gets hectic and satisfying as you expand, though some find the price controls and storage frustrating.

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