Game Studio Simulator: Build Your Dream Game Dev Empire

7/28/2026, 1:59:08 AM

Release date: 3/5/2019

Tags: #casual #strategy #indie #simulation #pixel-graphics #dark-humor #singleplayer #2d

User Reviews

Score: 82%Very Positive
Review Count: 180 reviews
Fetched At: 8/29/2026, 7:58:22 PM

Reference prices

Japan

¥ 205 (JPY)

Steam JP

$1.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 205
Global Price: $1.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 205Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 28 Aug 2026
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 8/29/2026, 3:50:18 AM

Key highlight

Step into the shoes of a game developer in Game Studio Simulator, a pixel-art simulation where you manage every aspect of bringing your game ideas to life, from concept to release. Experience the challenges and joys of r

Who this is for

Recommended for those who want to experience the behind-the-scenes of game development and enjoy the indie game atmosphere.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

AMD Athlon X4 605e, Intel Celeron G1610 or equivalent

Comfortable play target

2,253 pts(~130% above spec of 1,733 pts)

Parts near this range

ARM Kryo-3XX-Silver 4 Core 1766 MHz2,253 pts Intel Celeron G3930 @ 2.90GHz2,254 pts Intel Celeron N3450 @ 1.10GHz2,249 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

Radeon HD 7850, GeForce GTX 470 or equivalent

Comfortable play target

5,075 pts(~130% above spec of 3,904 pts)

Parts near this range

GeForce GTX 10505,049 pts GeForce GTX 1050 3GB5,114 pts GeForce GTX 16304,976 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

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Details

Overview

Game Studio Simulator offers a unique peek into the often chaotic, yet rewarding, world of game development. Players step into the shoes of a game creator, experiencing the entire process from initial concept to final release. It's a journey filled with challenges and triumphs, aiming to capture the essence of bringing a video game to life.

Highlights

Experience the Full Development Cycle: From brainstorming ideas to coding, designing, and marketing, you'll manage every aspect of creating a game.
Indie Spirit: Developed by FunLab骆驼 and published by WhiteLakeStudio, this title embodies the passion and dedication found in independent game development.
Engaging Simulation: Dive into a detailed simulation that captures the complexities and joys of running your own game studio.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for aspiring game developers, fans of simulation and strategy titles, and anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes realities of the video game industry. Its casual nature also makes it accessible to players looking for a less intense, yet engaging, strategic experience.

Game Info

Game Studio Simulator is a single-player simulation and strategy game with a charming pixel graphics style. It was released on March 5, 2019, and supports English and Simplified Chinese. The game is available via Steam, featuring Steam Achievements and Steam Cloud support.