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Signal Simulator

PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2018

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Quick resume

Game inspired by SETI. Take the role of a scientist to find an extraterrestrial signal .Control massive Radio Antennas by using interactive control in your Observatory. Detect , download and decode unknown or story telling signals. Manage and Maintain an electrical system to improve your systems and make it more efficient.

Global score

80/100

Genres

Indie, Simulator

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    Pros

    • Unique and immersive atmosphere
    • Complex and satisfying simulation mechanics
    • Relaxing and meditative gameplay
    • Frequent developer updates (historically)
    • Customizable radio and video playback

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve and poor tutorial
    • Slow and repetitive gameplay
    • Limited content and story depth
    • Developer abandonment concerns
    • Performance issues on some pcs

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

      Game with the same Autonomy vibe

      4

      "Players have control over their observation and reporting decisions, with freedom to choose how to scan cameras and when to report anomalies."

      Capsule for I'm on Observation Duty 5 I'm on Observation Duty 5

      "Players have control over equipment calibration, signal hunting, and maintenance tasks, allowing personal decision-making and freedom in managing the observatory."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      3

      "The game requires mastering complex mechanics, crafting, and puzzle solving, rewarding skillful experimentation and knowledge acquisition."

      Capsule for BOOK OF HOURS BOOK OF HOURS

      "The game involves mastering complex systems, learning to optimize antenna positioning and signal decoding, providing skill challenges and feedback."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      -4

      "Focus is on solo play and personal progress without comparison to others or leaderboards."

      Capsule for Fighting Fantasy Classics Fighting Fantasy Classics

      "Focus is on solo play and personal progress without leaderboards or direct player comparison."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      2

      "Players report addictive qualities and long play sessions, though some find repetition and difficulty cause frustration or abandonment."

      Capsule for Terroir Terroir

      "Players report addictive qualities and long play sessions, though some find it repetitive and prone to abandonment."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -5

      "Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

      Capsule for MiSide MiSide

      "Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative elements."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      1

      "Some customization options and ability choices exist, but core gameplay follows defined mechanics without heavy creation."

      Capsule for Project Sparrow Project Sparrow

      "Players can customize radio stations and videos played in-game, but core gameplay follows preset simulation mechanics."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -5

      "No elements of exerting control over others; interactions are individual and non-competitive."

      Capsule for Seek Girl Seek Girl

      "No elements of exerting control over others; interactions are individual and non-competitive."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Atmospheric and immersive experience provides a mood of isolation and mystery, offering a form of escape."

      Capsule for Discolored Discolored

      "Strong atmosphere of isolation and mystery provides psychological escape and immersion away from real life."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and passion for spaceflight and simulation."

      Capsule for Flight Of Nova Flight Of Nova

      "Players engage voluntarily for intrinsic interest in space, mystery, and simulation rather than obligation."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      2

      "Players explore different levels and upgrade strategies; some experimentation with timing and weapon use."

      Capsule for DubWars DubWars

      "Players explore signal hunting mechanics and experiment with equipment upgrades and strategies."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Game encourages discovering new worlds, secrets, and participating in events."

      Capsule for Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox

      "Game encourages discovering new signals, secret events, and exploring the observatory grounds."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      1

      "Limited self-expression through loadout customization and music playlist selection, but no avatar personalization."

      Capsule for Let Them Come Let Them Come

      "Limited self-expression through customizing radio stations and video playback, but no avatar or environment personalization."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      2

      "The game features a whimsical sci-fi setting with aliens and space trains, providing imaginative fiction."

      Capsule for Cosmic Express Cosmic Express

      "Game features sci-fi and cosmic horror elements with imaginative alien signals and mysterious events."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -4

      "Minimal social connection; primarily solo play with community interaction outside the game."

      Capsule for Vault of the Void Vault of the Void

      "Minimal social connection; primarily solitary experience with some community support outside the game."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      3

      "Players develop skills in inspection, shooting, and driving, and learn game systems progressively."

      Capsule for Contraband Police Contraband Police

      "Players learn complex systems and improve skills in signal detection and equipment management."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -4

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

      Capsule for Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout

      "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      3

      "Gameplay involves waiting periods and is suitable for multitasking or casual play."

      Capsule for Secret of the Magic Crystals Secret of the Magic Crystals

      "Gameplay involves waiting periods and downtime, with players often multitasking or watching videos during slow moments."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -5

      "No close relationships or emotional social interactions within the game."

      Capsule for Idle Spiral Idle Spiral

      "No close relationships or emotional social interactions within the game."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual gameplay."

      Capsule for Slay the Spire Slay the Spire

      "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual gameplay."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      3

      "Players accumulate gold, unlock classes, and purchase permanent upgrades and equipment to improve performance."

      Capsule for Sproggiwood Sproggiwood

      "Players accumulate credits and upgrades to improve equipment and efficiency."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      4

      "Many players find the game relaxing and meditative despite occasional frustration."

      Capsule for SnowRunner SnowRunner

      "Many players find the game relaxing and meditative despite occasional suspenseful moments."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Atmospheric audio-visual presentation with eerie music and detailed art provides sensory engagement."

      Capsule for Dark Arcana: The Carnival Dark Arcana: The Carnival

      "Atmospheric audio and visual elements create eerie and immersive sensory experiences."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -5

      "No social recognition or status systems present."

      Capsule for Vanishing Realms™ Vanishing Realms™

      "No social recognition or status systems present."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Narrative is a key element with an intriguing though sometimes confusing plot and character development."

      Capsule for The Emerald Maiden: Symphony of Dreams The Emerald Maiden: Symphony of Dreams

      "Narrative elements are embedded in discovered signals and events, creating a mysterious overarching plot."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      3

      "Players plan positioning, skill builds, and target prioritization to survive waves effectively."

      Capsule for Elven Assassin Elven Assassin

      "Players plan antenna positioning, power management, and signal hunting strategies."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      2

      "Mild suspense and psychological horror elements create occasional tension without high risk."

      Capsule for Smile For Me Smile For Me

      "Psychological suspense and occasional spooky events provide mild thrills rather than constant tension."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      1

      "Players feel the game offers reasonable value especially on sale, though some consider it overpriced for current content."

      Capsule for Superfly Superfly

      "Players feel the game offers reasonable value especially on sale, though some find content limited for full price."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -5

      "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus is on constructive activities and simulation."

      Capsule for Streamer Life Simulator Streamer Life Simulator

      "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus is on constructive simulation and maintenance."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      1

      "Players manage time and resources to avoid failure in mining runs, though no life-or-death threats."

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      "Players manage power and equipment failures to avoid downtime, but no life-or-death threats."

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Idle, Thrill, Violence, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Thrill, Survival.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026