Buddy Simulator 1984

Indie· Horror· Psychological Horror· Retro

Released Feb 2021

Thanks to next generation AI technology, BUDDY SIMULATOR 1984 simulates the experience of hanging out with a best buddy! Your buddy learns from you, constantly adapting to your interests and personality. But most importantly, your buddy can play games with you!

93% positive · 4,315 reviews

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All announced content has been released

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All announced content has been released

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $9.99

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Evaluation

Buddy Simulator 1984 launched on Steam on February 18, 2021 and received post-launch support in the form of bug fix patches and accessibility improvements throughout 2021. The game was ported to Nintendo Switch in October 2022 with added controller support and voice acting, and physical edition copies (PS4, PS5, Switch) were announced in May 2023 via a Limited Run Games partnership — the last significant content milestone for the title. In October 2024, Not a Sailor Studios announced their next game, Beneath the Frost, framing the announcement with language like "From Buddy Simulator 1984 to now" — signaling that Buddy Simulator 1984 is a completed chapter for the studio and that their focus has moved on. No new content for Buddy Simulator 1984 has been announced or hinted at since the physical release. The only DLC on record is the soundtrack, which released in May 2021 and is the sole item in the store listing — no unreleased DLC exists. There is no sustained post-launch major content cadence (the Nintendo Switch port and physical release are distribution expansions, not new gameplay content). The developer has clearly shifted focus to their next title. The game launched as a complete narrative experience and has received no announced future content additions.

Evidence

Not a Sailor Studios announced their next game, Beneath the Frost, referencing 'From Buddy Simulator 1984 to now' — indicating the studio has moved on from Buddy Simulator 1984 and is focused on a new project.

news post · Oct 30, 2024 source development ending

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Physical copies of Buddy Simulator 1984 announced for PS4, PS5, and Switch via Limited Run Games — the last major milestone communication for the title.

news post · May 23, 2023 source content shipped

medium

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Released

Buddy Simulator 1984 Soundtrack

May 2021

Media

Details

Developer

Not a Sailor Studios

Publisher

Not a Sailor Studios

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

Psychological Horror Indie Retro Horror Story Rich Pixel Graphics 1980s Simulation RPG Cute Text-Based Adventure Casual 2D Interactive Fiction

About this game

Have you ever felt lonely? Like you wanted someone to talk to? A best friend perhaps? Well look no further! Thanks to next generation AI technology made in the new Anekom OS, BUDDY SIMULATOR 1984 simulates the experience of hanging out with a best buddy! Your best buddy learns from you, constantly adapting to your interests and personality. Say your favorite color is green, of course your best friend will remember!

Do you like video games? So does your buddy! Your best buddy can play games with you thanks to the latest and greatest graphical software! Our top video game scientists have created a way for a computer to talk to you and become someone you can really trust!

FEATURES

Video Game Hub! Can you beat your buddy in a intense game of rock, paper, scissors? What about a dangerous game of hangman? Will the human come out on top or will the AI triumph? You can play 3 whole new games with your buddy!

AI Learning! Your buddy will constantly be learning all about you in order to become better friends. With the game's new state of the art AI technology, your buddy will evolve to better adapt to your interests and make sure you are having fun together!

New and Unique Experience! Your experience with Buddy Simulator 1984 will be unique and unlike anything you have ever played before! Its the 80's and we're now living in the future! In the next 5 years we could have flying cars or holographic video calls. Buddy Simulator 1984 is the next big step in technological evolution.

New Best-Friendship and Multiple Endings! Discover the power of friendship, or something far stranger, as your choices shape the story and lead to one of several unique endings.

By playing Buddy Simulator 1984, you are helping the scientific community take a major leap towards the future of artificial intelligence.

So what are you waiting for? Pick up a copy for your Anekom system today!

WARNING: GAME EXPERIENCE MAY VARY.

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Disclaimer:

This game contains flashing lights and colors and is not recommended to those who experience epilepsy. This game also contains themes of emotional manipulation as well as themes of depression and anxiety, and as a result, may not be suitable for all audiences.