Villain Simulator is an adventure game that puts players in the shoes of a villain. Players must outwit their opponents and use their cunning to outwit and triumph over their adversaries. In this game, you will take on the role of an evil mastermind, plotting and scheming your way to world domination. Unfortunately, not everyone will be able to make it to the end goal, as watchful heroes and pesky sidekicks will be intent on stopping you. The game features an array of customizable features that allow players to craft their own villain, along with a variety of puzzles and hazards to conquer.
Players will use the WASD/Arrow keys to run and move their character around the map. The shifting key will let the character run which increases their overall speed. Players can also press Space to interact with objects in the game. Weapons, items and gadgets can be switched between with the Q/E/Tab keys respectively. The inventory menu can be accessed by pressing E.