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Signal Simulator

First-person observatory simulation about tracking signals from outer space

Blagovest Penev · Released Apr 29, 2018

IndieSimulation

Reviews
Mostly Positive
79% of 1,029
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
3
daily peak, Nov 7, 2026
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update on Steam
6 years ago
Jul 2, 2020
Minimum PC
1 GB Dedicated Memory
2 GB RAM · 4 GB disk
Full requirements

What is Signal Simulator?

In this first-person, single-player simulation, you scan the sky from an observatory, aim radio antennas, and download and decode signals. You maintain the power system and servers, then use credits from signal data to upgrade equipment while searching for an extraterrestrial signal and learning about space explorers through transmissions.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy methodical simulations built around operating equipment
  • +you prefer quiet play with occasional unsettling events

Not for you if...

  • −you want quick progress with little repetitive adjustment
  • −you need clear guidance for unfamiliar technical controls

What players say

79% of 1,029 reviews are positive

Players praise the calm signal-searching routine and subtle horror. Common complaints include sparse instructions, tedious antenna controls, and slow progression. Some players also say the game no longer receives updates.

Screenshots and trailer

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Signal Simulator system requirements

Minimum: 1 GB Dedicated Memory, 2 GB RAM, 4 GB of disk space.

As published by the developer.

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Minimum

OS
Win 7/Win 8/Win 10 x64
Processor
2.4 GHz Dual Core Processor
Graphics
1 GB Dedicated Memory
Memory
2 GB RAM
Storage
4 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11
Notes
Future releases may require more hard drive space.

Recommended

OS
Win 7/Win 8/Win 10 x64
Processor
3.0 Ghz Quad Core CPU or faster
Graphics
2 GB Dedicated Memory
Memory
8 GB RAM
Storage
4 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11
Notes
Future releases may require more hard drive space.

Does Signal Simulator have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Does Signal Simulator run on Steam Deck?

Playable Playable: it runs on Steam Deck with some adjustments.

  • Default controller config not fully functional
  • Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
  • Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
  • Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read
  • Gamepad not enabled by default
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages
Full audio: English.

Does Signal Simulator use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 25, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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