Free Immersive Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,537 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 5/19/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 136,387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119,467 positive reviews and 16,920 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 48, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,291 positive reviews and 32,630 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 73, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,326 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,507 positive reviews and 1,819 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. 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 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,741 positive reviews and 81 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 | 1/26/2024 |
| Developer | Nokta Games |
| Publisher | Nokta Games |
| Steam App Id | 2772560 |
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 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,656 positive reviews and 599 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 |
| Developer | KolbasinoGames |
| Publisher | KolbasinoGames |
| Steam App Id | 2784840 |
6. 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 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,934 positive reviews and 737 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,827 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,279 positive reviews and 548 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 |
8. Mini Airways: Prologue
A real-time management game where you play the role of an air traffic controller. Clear your aircraft to takeoff & land, direct them to the destination...and most of all don't let them crash!! London, Tokyo, Shanghai... Test your ATC skills in distinctive maps around the globe!
Mini Airways: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 186 positive reviews and 14 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. 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 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 403 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 400 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 |
10. Life Makeover
Explore Life Makeover: Unleash your style, dye outfits, and design freely. Dive into unlimited dress-up, build your dream home - all for free.
Life Makeover has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 704 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 593 positive reviews and 111 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 Life Makeover on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2023 |
| Developer | Archosaur Games |
| Publisher | Archosaur Games |
| Steam App Id | 2626940 |
More Free Immersive Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Immersive Sim games available on Steam.
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 | 41,133 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,822 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,399 | 3/25/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,021 | 1/26/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 456 | 2/3/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 423 | 11/26/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 402 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 388 | 5/14/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 277 | 4/14/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 275 | 11/15/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 186 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 174 | 9/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 174 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 167 | 5/17/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 8/10/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 154 | 2/16/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 121 | 7/10/2023 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 7/17/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 11/22/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 88 | 1/19/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 6). Supermarket Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). EGG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 20). Soccer Manager 2022 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Mini Airways: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Life Makeover on Steam. Steam Store.