Free Immersive Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,614 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 10/31/2024.
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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 152,601 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 133,360 positive reviews and 19,241 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. 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 91, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,899 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,127 positive reviews and 1,772 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 Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/9/2024 |
| Developer | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Publisher | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Steam App Id | 2709570 |
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 80, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,185 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,095 positive reviews and 3,090 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 |
4. 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 50, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,357 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,020 positive reviews and 33,337 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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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
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 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,909 positive reviews and 202 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 3,186 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,046 positive reviews and 140 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 66, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 99 positive reviews and 41 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 | 10/23/2024 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 3217240 |
8. East Trade Tycoon: Inheritance
Eastern Trade Tycoon: Inheritance is a trading simulator game.In the game,you can from zero to hero.By trading markets, build a business,earn money,level up, investing accurately, and manage family to become a trading tycoon!
East Trade Tycoon: Inheritance has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 529 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 470 positive reviews and 59 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/22/2024 |
| Developer | PandaUpStudio |
| Publisher | PandaUpStudio |
| Steam App Id | 3261010 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,829 positive reviews and 168 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Immersive Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 531 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
More Free Immersive Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Immersive Sim games available on Steam.
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| 42,104 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,220 | 8/9/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,411 | 3/25/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,724 | 11/11/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,071 | 10/7/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,111 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 727 | 10/23/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 450 | 10/22/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 425 | 1/26/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 344 | 4/14/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 293 | 11/26/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 276 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 273 | 11/2/2024 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 219 | 11/1/2024 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 216 | 11/15/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189 | 9/5/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 4/9/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 6/20/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 163 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 132 | 8/10/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 30). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 2). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 28). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 1). Fast Food Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 31). TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 2). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 2). East Trade Tycoon: Inheritance on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 28). Supermarket Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 25). DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on Steam. Steam Store.