Free Immersive Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,901 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 12/12/2024.
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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 156,740 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 137,040 positive reviews and 19,700 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 |
| 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 51, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 68,729 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,255 positive reviews and 33,474 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. Supermarket Together
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Supermarket Together has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,881 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,566 positive reviews and 2,315 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Supermarket Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/9/2024 |
| Developer | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Publisher | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Steam App Id | 2709570 |
4. 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 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,023 positive reviews and 3,432 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 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 |
5. Fast Food Simulator: Prologue
Welcome to the world's most chaotic place! Play solo or co-op with up to 4 players in the free prologue version. Run a fast-food restaurant, and work with your friends to expand your business. Take orders, make burgers, and increase your earnings by dealing with customers.
Fast Food Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,071 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,744 positive reviews and 327 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 Fast Food Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/7/2024 |
| Developer | No Ceiling Games |
| Publisher | No Ceiling Games |
| Steam App Id | 3099020 |
6. TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue
Open your local game store early with the Prologue version, which includes main gameplay of the full version, but with limited progression. Stock shelves with booster packs, or crack them and collect the cards for yourself. Set your own prices, sell cards to customer.
TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,118 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,950 positive reviews and 168 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 8/6/2024 |
| Developer | OPNeon Games |
| Publisher | OPNeon Games |
| Steam App Id | 3103840 |
7. Soccer Manager 2025
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!
Soccer Manager 2025 has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 386 positive reviews and 153 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 Soccer Manager 2025 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/23/2024 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 3217240 |
8. 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 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,596 positive reviews and 153 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 | 6/26/2024 |
| Developer | NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED |
| Publisher | NUTS POWER ONLINE ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 2994430 |
9. A Date with Death
Fight against & romance the one hunting for your soul in A Date with Death, a romance chat simulator where you date(?) the Grim Reaper himself. Create your own character, decorate your apartment, and chat away with the charming yet dangerous Grim Reaper through text and video calls.
A Date with Death has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,013 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,883 positive reviews and 130 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Date with Death on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2023 |
| Franchise | Two and a Half Studios |
| Developer | Two and a Half Studios |
| Publisher | Two and a Half Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2415010 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,583 positive reviews and 669 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 |
More Free Immersive Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Immersive Sim games available on Steam.
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| 30,229 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,343 | 11/11/2021 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,522 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,616 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,705 | 10/7/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 870 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 794 | 10/23/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 465 | 6/26/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 400 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 361 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 296 | 1/26/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 208 | 11/15/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 205 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 177 | 4/14/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 139 | 11/26/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 138 | 8/10/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 118 | 2/16/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 118 | 4/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 103 | 8/31/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 94 | 6/20/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 29). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). Fast Food Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Sarah's Adventure: Time Travel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). A Date with Death on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.