Management Sim

31Mar

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

All Will Fall – PC Review

All Will Fall, is a city-builder where the world has sunken below sea level and we must manage our survivors. It was developed by All Parts Connected, and published by tinyBuild. A demo is out now for the game, and will be available on Steam. Survive the harsh world. Are you a chaotic city builder, or does everything have it's place in an orderly manner? Let us know in the comments below! Gameplay The All Will Fall scenario Fresh Start does a great job at explaining the games' mechanics, as most a play force a load of information all at once. We manage survivors needs, such as food, water, and happiness. The payoff for accommodating for their needs? Unlocking useful perks of course! Each group of survivor offers different perks. Workers can get increased carrying capacity, Sailors ...

6Mar

By MikeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Docked – PS5 Review

Developer Saber Interactive know a thing or two about vehicle-based simulator games. From SnowRunner to last years RoadCraft, this team has made some genuinely engaging titles! Now, they're set to release Docked, which sees you taking control of your very own docking business. This is more than just running the day-to-day operations, though, as you'll be controlling some heavy-duty machinery! Available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for £24.99, is this the next must-play simulator title from a well-established dev? Or should it be cast out to sea and left well alone? Let's take a look, as we review the PS5 version of Docked! An Honest Days Graft After returning home, Tommy is helping out at his fathers dock in Port Wake. Unfortunately for Tommy, a ship carrying some ha...

2Mar

By MikeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Tavern Manager Simulator – PS5 Review

Developer One More Time's debut title, Tavern Manager Simulator, has opened up shop on PlayStation 5! Originally released on Steam back in 2024, and in January 2026 for Xbox, this simulator is exactly what it says on the tin. Or... title, in this instance. Sitting at a "Very Positive" user review score on Steam, it seems like this could be a must-play for fans of the genre! So, for anyone that's ever dreamed of opening up a cosy little pub in the countryside, let's get right into the review! You Set 'em Up and I'll Knock 'em Back Tavern Manager Simulator opens with you taking control of a rundown tavern that is in dire need of renovation. Thus, it's up to you to restore this place to its former glory and bring in the patrons. It starts off slow, with the opening missions including...

24Feb

By MikeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Cash Cleaner Simulator – PS5 Review

Mind Control Games' debut title, Cash Cleaner Simulator, was an indie smash hit when it was released on Steam last year. With its current user rating of "Very Positive", this is one I've had my eye on as a console gamer for some time! And, wouldn't you know it, the game is out now for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S! Simulator games usually give players the opportunity to try out relatively mundane jobs, albeit in an engaging way (sometimes). With Cash Cleaner Simulator, this job is anything but mundane! The premise is simple: launder dirty money! Who Knew Money Laundering Was So Satisfying? I do love a good sim title! From PowerWash Simulator to Electrician Simulator, and practically everything in between. I'm always on the lookout for something weird and wonderful, much like C...

2Jul

By CharlieNo Comments

PC Reviews

Supermarket Simulator – PC Review

Get ready to run and manage your own Supermarket in the aptly-named Supermarket Simulator! This chill, first-person management sim game has been developed and published by Nokta Games and released on Steam on June 19th. After having been in Early Access since early 2024, it's time to stock your shelves and open up shop! What makes this market so “Super”? There sure have been a lot of simulation games that were released within the past year. Does this one stand out from the rest? Let's find out! Gameplay Ever dreamed of running your own Supermarket? Well, this game lets you do just that. From ringing up your customers to cleaning and making sure that the shelves are stocked, you are the boss! Alright, it's 8am now (if it's not for you, just pretend), time to start working! First ...

1Jul

By PaulNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Dispatch – PC Preview

As an avid enjoyer of choice-heavy, consequences-matter games, I was sad to see the death of the original Telltale Games in 2018. While the studio kind of reformed in 2019, they're yet to release a new game. Some of the staff who left Telltale in 2016/17 came together in 2018 to created AdHoc Studio. They wanted their own studio where they could take the narrative genre beyond what Telltale was doing and where risks could be taken that would otherwise be avoided at a large company. Finally, in 2025, AdHoc are nearing the release of their first game. Dispatch is a superhero, work-place comedy with a stellar voice cast and an authentic, comic-book visual style. Z-uper Heroes — From Z to A? Robert Robertson, also known as MechaMan, has broken his mechanical suit in a battle with his neme...

18Jun

By MichaelNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Sintopia – PC Preview

A God sandbox, meets micromanagement simulator? Sign me up! Think Black & White meets Theme Hospital, and when you add in the cartoonish humour of Worms you might just find yourself in a gaming Utopia Sintopia. Developed by Piraknights Games, a Sintopia demo can be downloaded from Steam right now. Early Access is planned for 4th September 2025. I Write Sins This is my first contribution to the Thumb Culture community, so I wanted to have a go with something that really stood out for me. And what stood out the most was the prominent character of Lili, advertising the PC game Sintopia. My initial reaction was “What in the mobile gaming ad hell?” but my concern was immediately laid to rest when I found that this game was published by Team 17. The company that gave us the excellent Worms...

16Jun

By MikeNo Comments

PlayStation Reviews

Zombie Cure Lab – PS5 Review

I've played a tonne of zombie video games over the years, from open-world titles to playing as a zombie itself! However, I don't think I've ever come across anything like Zombie Cure Lab. A base building colony sim game that allows you to recruit zombies? Sounds interesting! Developed by Thera Bytes and published by Aerosoft, Zombie Cure Lab was originally released on Steam in Early Access in December 2022. Now, over two and a half years later, we have the full release on consoles, with this review focusing on the PlayStation 5 version. But, how well does it translate to consoles? Playing an UNO Reverse Card on the Zombie Virus When the world is overrun by zombies, all hope seems lost. Thankfully, it isn't all doom and gloom, as those smarty-pants scientists have concocted a cure that...

21May

By Mike2 Comments

PlayStation Reviews

City Bus Manager – PS5 Review

Originally released on Steam in 2024, City Bus Manager has finally made its way to console! Available for PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, how will this version fare against its PC counterpart? Developed by PeDePe GbR — a team that has a history with bus simulator titles — City Bus Manager has been very well received on Steam, with a Very Positive review rating. Today, I'll be trying out the PlayStation 5 version, and as always with these sorts of games, I have a number of questions. First and foremost being: how well does the keyboard and mouse control scheme translate to a controller? No Late Buses On My Watch! Whilst maybe not the most exciting game on paper, I was still very much looking forward to playing City Bus Manager. Management sims can be a lot of fun! If you'...

Hotel Architect – PC Early Access Preview

20May

By CharlieNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Hotel Architect – PC Early Access Preview

Step into the chaotic life of being a hotel owner in Hotel Architect! Developed by Pathos Interactive and published by Wired Production, this hotel construction and tycoon management game allows you to build your hotel from the ground up and to tackle the challenging demands of your guests. Get ready to check in for Early Access today on Steam! Is Breakfast Included? I've got high hopes for this one! The game is still “under construction” but already feels very nice and smooth to play. It's got quite a bit of content already, too! I'm excited to jump into the game, especially since my knowledge of hotels in general is very limited. All I really know is the fact that even looking at the mini-bar will most likely bankrupt you immediately. Do you have any fun hotel stories to tell? What ...