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JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator

Developed by Prof. Scherer · Published by PlayWay S.A.

IndieSimulationStrategy
StatusOut now ReleaseJan 18, 2025 Price$8.99 Steam reviews369

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesSingle-player
Price$8.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Steam reviews369
Languages6
Achievements46

Overview

An indie, simulation, strategy game by Prof. Scherer, published by PlayWay S.A. — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Use real Python code to automate machines, robots, drones and more: Program self-driving vehicles; crack passwords; apply machine learning; automate logistics; use image processing to guide missiles. Gain real coding skills and solve exciting bite-sized programming challenges.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 80% positive of 301
Owners (est.)20000 – 50000
Peak players6
Player-voted tags:ProgrammingAutomationLogicPuzzleEducationRobotsScienceCodingSimulationPhysicsHackingImmersive Sim

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10/11, x64 only
  • Processor: Core i5 8400, Ryzen 5 2600
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GTX 1070
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD recommended

Recommended

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10/11, x64 only
  • Processor: Core i7 9700k, Ryzen 7 3700X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: RTX 2070
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD recommended

Supported languages (6)

EnglishFrenchGermanSpanish - SpainRussianSimplified Chinese

JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator?

Steam classifies JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator as a Indie, Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Prof. Scherer. Use real Python code to automate machines, robots, drones and more: Program self-driving vehicles; crack passwords; apply machine learning; automate logistics; use image processing to guide missiles. Gain real coding skills and solve exciting bite-sized programming challenges.

How much does JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator at $8.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jan 18, 2025.

What platforms is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator on?

JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator cost?

Steam lists it at $8.99.

Does JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 46 achievements for JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator.

Who made JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator?

JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator is developed by Prof. Scherer and published by PlayWay S.A..

Where to get JOY OF PROGRAMMING - Software Engineering Simulator

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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