Free Immersive Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,300 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 3/2/2025.
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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 163,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 142,829 positive reviews and 20,690 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 |
| 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 52, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,216 positive reviews and 33,686 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 58,688 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,805 positive reviews and 2,883 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 25,017 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,233 positive reviews and 3,784 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. Book of Yog Idle RPG
The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team!
Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,957 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,418 positive reviews and 2,539 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Book of Yog Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. 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 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 996 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 726 positive reviews and 270 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 |
7. LoveCraft
Welcome to LoveCraft - home to interesting people, hot parties, exploration and fulfilling relationships! Create your world, from a unique persona to your exciting adventures.
LoveCraft has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 741 positive reviews and 286 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 LoveCraft on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/9/2024 |
| Developer | WEALTHBIRD |
| Publisher | WEALTHBIRD |
| Steam App Id | 2692440 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,404 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,248 positive reviews and 156 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 |
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 69, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,431 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,717 positive reviews and 714 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,515 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,308 positive reviews and 207 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 TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/6/2024 |
| Developer | OPNeon Games |
| Publisher | OPNeon Games |
| Steam App Id | 3103840 |
More Free Immersive Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Immersive Sim games available on Steam.
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| 30,423 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,110 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,737 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,324 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 591 | 7/30/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 533 | 10/23/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 352 | 4/9/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 339 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 266 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 254 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 250 | 4/14/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 1/26/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 128 | 11/15/2023 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 124 | 6/20/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 118 | 8/9/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 114 | 9/5/2020 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 89 | 6/26/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 8/30/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 74 | 11/1/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 65 | 9/3/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 25). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 2). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 28). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 28). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 2). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 27). LoveCraft on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 22). A Date with Death on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 18). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 1). TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.