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Chernobyl: Simulator

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Chernobyl: Simulator

Chernobyl Simulator puts you in the control room of the most infamous nuclear power plant in history. Step into the shoes of a reactor operator, where every switch, gauge, and decision matters. Experience the pressure, responsibility, and unforgiving complexity of Soviet-era nuclear operations.

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Chernobyl Simulator puts you in the control room of the most infamous nuclear power plant in history. Step into the shoes of a Chernobyl reactor operator, where every switch, gauge, and decision matters. Experience the pressure, responsibility, and unforgiving complexity of Soviet-era nuclear operations.

You will manage the systems of Reactor 4—core, thermal output, water flow, turbine load, safety mechanisms, and more—while navigating authentic procedures based on real historical documentation. As the situation escalates, you must react quickly and precisely. One wrong move can set off a chain reaction that spirals out of control.

Key Features

  • Authentic Nuclear Power Plant Simulation
    Operate detailed and realistic reactor systems modeled after the RBMK-1000 design. Understand how each subsystem interacts and how your actions affect the reactor.

  • Dynamic Scenarios & Emergencies
    Start with routine operations, then face unexpected complications—from minor fluctuations to catastrophic failures.

  • Historical Atmosphere
    Immerse yourself in the iconic 1980s Soviet industrial environment with carefully recreated interiors, equipment, and documentation.

  • Learn How a Nuclear Reactor Works
    Master complex engineering systems through interactive tutorials, guided procedures, and hands-on experimentation.

  • Multiple Endings
    Will you maintain stable output? Cause a near miss? Or witness the plant push past the point of no return?

Chernobyl Simulator offers a tense, educational, and deeply engaging look into one of the world's most significant technological disasters. Can you keep the reactor stable—or will history repeat itself?

This simulation aims to replicate the real nuclear power plant operations in high detail so it can put a lot of load on new players and it requires patience. There is an online wiki page describing reactor operation at wiki.rikarin.io.

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System requirements Windows · macOS

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 64-bit or Newer
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-3570K, AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1070, AMD Radeon RX 5600-XT
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 30 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Mac OS 10.13.6 or newer
  • Processor: Apple M1
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Metal-capable GPU
  • Storage: 30 GB available space

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    Rikarin Studio
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    Steam Germany rating
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    Achievements
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    Features
    Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Online Co-op, LAN Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer, Steam Achievements, Adjustable Text Size, Custom Volume Controls, #category_playable_at_your_own_pace, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Stereo Sound, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
    Languages
    English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Turkish, Ukrainian, Slovak
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    Is Chernobyl: Simulator worth buying right now?
    Wait — $19.99. Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
    When does Chernobyl: Simulator go on sale?
    Wait for upcoming sale in ~13 days for potentially better pricing.
    Is Chernobyl: Simulator still getting updates?
    Infrequent Updates — 0 patches in last 30 days. 6 patches and 6 news items in last 180 days. Latest patch effect size: 0.00.
    Is Chernobyl: Simulator free to play?
    Chernobyl: Simulator costs $19.99 on Steam.
    What genre is Chernobyl: Simulator?
    Chernobyl: Simulator is a Indie, Simulation, Early Access game.
    Who developed Chernobyl: Simulator?
    Chernobyl: Simulator was developed by Rikarin Studio and published by Rikarin Studio.
    What platforms does Chernobyl: Simulator support?
    Available on Steam for Windows, macOS.