Free Immersive Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,879 Immersive Sim games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Immersive Sim game rankings were last updated on 7/26/2024.
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1. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 holds the #1 spot for "best free Immersive Sim game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 126,289 positive reviews and 17,960 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims 4 EA |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
2. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,718 positive reviews and 33,008 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 766570 |
3. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,096 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,672 positive reviews and 2,424 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
4. Egg Surprise
A fun clicker with economic simulation in the penguin kingdom. Obtain rare collections, venture into dangerous dungeons, and build your own civilization!
Egg Surprise has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 484 positive reviews and 168 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/20/2024 |
| Developer | SQRT Games |
| Publisher | SQRT Games |
| Steam App Id | 3017120 |
5. EGG
Egg is an interactive clicker game where you need to click egg to earn more eggs.
EGG has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,903 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,797 positive reviews and 1,106 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play EGG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/3/2024 |
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| Publisher | KolbasinoGames |
| Steam App Id | 2784840 |
6. Supermarket Simulator: Prologue
Start running your own supermarket with Prologue already. Stock shelves, handle cashier tasks, process online orders, design & expand. Set the prices based on the market. Be prepared to face the consequences if you fail to make the nightly repayment to the gangs.
Supermarket Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,514 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,373 positive reviews and 141 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Supermarket Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/26/2024 |
| Developer | Nokta Games |
| Publisher | Nokta Games |
| Steam App Id | 2772560 |
7. Soccer Manager 2022
Sign official FIFPRO licensed players and compete to become the ultimate football manager!
Soccer Manager 2022 has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,772 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,013 positive reviews and 759 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/26/2021 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 1777760 |
8. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine
Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools.
DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 465 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/14/2023 |
| Developer | The DFHack Team |
| Publisher | The DFHack Team |
| Steam App Id | 2346660 |
9. Airline Manager
Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.
Airline Manager has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,957 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,376 positive reviews and 581 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Airline Manager on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/23/2021 |
| Developer | Trophy Games |
| Publisher | Trophy Games |
| Steam App Id | 1641650 |
10. Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel
This game unearths the essence of adventure by combining elements of exploration and puzzle-solving. The game’s appeal lies in its interactive gameplay mechanics, where your choices dictate the progression of the story.
Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 697 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 598 positive reviews and 99 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2024 |
| Developer | NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED |
| Publisher | NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 2994430 |
More Free Immersive Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Immersive Sim games available on Steam.
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 | 29,639 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,469 | 11/11/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,097 | 3/25/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,234 | 6/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 523 | 2/3/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 493 | 1/26/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 232 | 11/26/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 223 | 4/14/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 219 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 201 | 6/25/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 149 | 9/5/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 137 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 132 | 6/20/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 4/9/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 116 | 8/9/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 112 | 4/4/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 111 | 5/20/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 106 | 11/15/2023 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 7/19/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 7/11/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 22). Egg Surprise on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). EGG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 24). Supermarket Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 24). Soccer Manager 2022 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 22). DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 23). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 27). Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel on Steam. Steam Store.