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High School Simulator

Android, iOS • 2018

Should you play it?

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What works
  • Free to play
  • Silly and humorous gameplay
  • Open sandbox with various weapons and vehicles
  • Simple character customization
  • Short sessions suitable for killing time
Things to keep in mind
  • Poor graphics and controls
  • Lack of meaningful content or objectives
  • Buggy and incomplete
  • No multiplayer or social features
  • Clunky port from mobile with ui issues

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Sinking Simulator

  • Anomalous Coffee Machine 2

  • Ultimate Epic Battle Simulator

  • Sandboxels

  • FUCK STALIN

  • STANDBOX

  • Chroma Lab

  • Fugl

  • FEMINAZI: The Triggering
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Chroma Lab

  • Fugl

  • Nature Treks VR
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

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High School Simulator: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Strategy, Experimenting, Competence, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Experimenting. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    4

    "Players have freedom to explore, choose jobs, customize characters, and approach tasks in multiple ways without strict linear constraints."

    Capsule for Wobbly Life Wobbly Life

    "Players have freedom to explore, choose characters, and act without strict routines or linear objectives."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    0

    "Gameplay is simple with some combat and mini-games, but overall low mechanical depth and some bugs reduce skill challenge."

    Capsule for Skoof Simulator Skoof Simulator

    "Gameplay is simple with minimal skill challenges; some players mention clunky controls and lack of depth."

  • Competition

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    -3

    "Focus is on personal playstyle and exploration; no mention of competitive modes or leaderboards."

    Capsule for Dishonored®: Death of the Outsider™ Dishonored®: Death of the Outsider™

    "No significant competitive modes or leaderboards; focus is on personal exploration and casual play."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    2

    "Addictive gameplay with repeated sessions, but some players report boredom after several hours."

    Capsule for Multiwinia Multiwinia

    "Some players report addictive, silly fun leading to repeated short sessions; others find it boring quickly."

  • Cooperation

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    -4

    "Gameplay is primarily single-player sandbox or campaign; no evidence of cooperative multiplayer or teamwork."

    Capsule for Blade and Sorcery Blade and Sorcery

    "No evidence of cooperative multiplayer or teamwork; gameplay is mostly single-player sandbox."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    3

    "Sandbox mode allows creative use of weapons and environmental interactions; players experiment with kills and tactics."

    Capsule for Blood Trail Blood Trail

    "Players can experiment with various weapons, vehicles, and actions in an open sandbox environment."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -4

    "No evidence of social dominance or power over others; interactions are solo and balanced."

    Capsule for Brigador: Up-Armored Edition Brigador: Up-Armored Edition

    "No social dominance or power over others; interactions are mostly isolated and non-hierarchical."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

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    "Players use the game for stress relief, distraction, and humorous escapism from real life."

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    "Players use the game for silly, stress-relieving, and escapist fun from real life."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

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    "Engagement is voluntary and casual; no obligation or pressure to play."

    Capsule for Watch Watch

    "Engagement is voluntary and casual; no obligation or pressure to play."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    3

    "Players try different weapons, tactics, and interactions with the environment in a sandbox style."

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    "Players enjoy trying out different weapons, vehicles, and silly actions in the sandbox."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

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    "Some exploration of the school environment and randomized item locations, but map is small and fixed."

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    "Some exploration of the school and surroundings, but limited by small map and lack of content."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

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    "Minimal character customization available but no extensive personalization or cosmetic options."

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    "Basic character customization exists but limited; some cosmetic choices but minimal depth."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    4

    "Game features surreal, imaginative, and absurd scenarios far from realistic experiences."

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    "Game features exaggerated, unrealistic scenarios including killing NPCs, magic hats, and flying."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -4

    "No social or community features; play is solitary."

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  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    -2

    "Minimal learning or skill development; progression is mostly incremental upgrades without complex mechanics."

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    "Little learning or progression; some players mention upgrades but mostly repetitive."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -4

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health benefits."

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health benefits."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    3

    "Suitable for short sessions and casual play to fill time or relax."

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    "Suitable for short, casual play sessions to kill time or relax."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -3

    "Social interactions are mostly surface-level; no strong evidence of close relationships forming."

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    "No evidence of forming close relationships; interactions are superficial or absent."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management features."

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  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

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    "Currently minimal progression systems; no upgrades or career mode yet, but planned for future."

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  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    2

    "Some players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, though others find it frustrating or repetitive."

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    "Some players find it relaxing and silly; others find it frustrating or boring."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    1

    "Simple graphics and sounds provide moderate sensory stimulation."

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    "Basic sensory stimulation with simple graphics and sounds; some enjoy the silly chaos."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -4

    "No social status or recognition systems."

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    "No social status or recognition systems."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    -4

    "No significant narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free and sandbox oriented."

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    "No meaningful narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free sandbox."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    -4

    "No strategic or complex problem-solving; gameplay is straightforward and task-based."

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    "No strategic or problem-solving elements; gameplay is straightforward and aimless."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

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    "Some players enjoy chaotic and absurd moments, but overall low suspense or risk."

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    "Some players enjoy silly chaotic moments but overall low suspense or risk."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

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    "Players feel the game offers good entertainment value especially on sale, despite some flaws."

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  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

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    "Gameplay centers on violent destruction, attacking NPCs, and using weapons."

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    "Game centers on killing NPCs and chaotic destruction as a core mechanic."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

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    "No survival mechanics; failure results in respawning without resource management."

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Last update: 10/07/2026