Best Management Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,269 Management games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Management game rankings were last updated on 1/22/2026.
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1. Schedule I
From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more.
Schedule I holds the #1 spot for "best Management game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 273,846 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 268,227 positive reviews and 5,619 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Schedule I on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. RimWorld
A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
RimWorld has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 232,140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 227,252 positive reviews and 4,888 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $27.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $27.99 |
| Release Date | 10/17/2018 |
| Developer | Ludeon Studios |
| Publisher | Ludeon Studios |
| Steam App Id | 294100 |
3. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 890,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 868,526 positive reviews and 22,313 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
4. Slime Rancher
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Slime Rancher has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 149,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 146,061 positive reviews and 3,006 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Slime Rancher on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 8/1/2017 |
| Franchise | Monomi Park |
| Developer | Monomi Park |
| Publisher | Monomi Park |
| Steam App Id | 433340 |
5. Papa's Freezeria Deluxe
Return to Calypso Island to serve seasonal sundae treats in Papa's Freezeria Deluxe! Craft sundaes in the Freezeria for all your quirky customers while earning tips, points and Special Recipes. Switch gears and take a trip in the Food Truck to concoct your own chilly creations and see who shows up!
Papa's Freezeria Deluxe has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,306 positive reviews and 95 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Papa's Freezeria Deluxe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Papa Louie Games |
| Developer | Flipline Studios |
| Publisher | Flipline Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2291760 |
6. Factorio
Factorio is a game about building and creating automated factories to produce items of increasing complexity, within an infinite 2D world. Use your imagination to design your factory, combine simple elements into ingenious structures, and finally protect it from the creatures who don't really like you.
Factorio has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 223,618 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 217,954 positive reviews and 5,664 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $35.00 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $35.00 |
| Release Date | 8/14/2020 |
| Developer | Wube Software LTD. |
| Publisher | Wube Software LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 427520 |
7. Dyson Sphere Program
Build the most efficient intergalactic factory in space simulation strategy game Dyson Sphere Program! Harness the power of stars, collect resources, plan and design production lines and develop your interstellar factory from a small space workshop to a galaxy-wide industrial empire.
Dyson Sphere Program has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,803 positive reviews and 2,174 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dyson Sphere Program on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/21/2021 |
| Developer | Youthcat Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1366540 |
8. Shelldiver
Take a deep breath and dive right into this cozy incremental game about a senior turtle trying to start a business selling jellyfish. Upgrade your equipment, explore biomes, and help your turtly village!
Shelldiver has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,591 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,500 positive reviews and 91 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
9. American Truck Simulator
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
American Truck Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 185,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 179,748 positive reviews and 5,606 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
10. DAVE THE DIVER
DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
DAVE THE DIVER has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,624 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 140,046 positive reviews and 4,578 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 6/28/2023 |
| Developer | MINTROCKET |
| Publisher | MINTROCKET |
| Steam App Id | 1868140 |
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| 18,586 | 3/24/2025 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 23,526 | 10/17/2018 | 97 | $27.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 23,909 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,033 | 8/1/2017 | 97 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 156 | 3/31/2023 | 96 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 18,147 | 8/14/2020 | 96 | $35.00 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,875 | 1/21/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 125 | 11/16/2025 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9,932 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,172 | 6/28/2023 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,720 | 7/30/2019 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 0 | 10/21/2013 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 10/4/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,866 | 9/1/2021 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 0 | 8/15/2024 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 40 | 8/13/2024 | 95 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,930 | 9/15/2024 | 95 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 6/27/2024 | 95 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 1/21/2021 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 396 | 9/16/2025 | 95 | $21.24 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 22). Schedule I on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 1). RimWorld on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). Slime Rancher on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). Papa's Freezeria Deluxe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Factorio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Dyson Sphere Program on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). Shelldiver on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). DAVE THE DIVER on Steam. Steam Store.