Free Life Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,104 Life 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 Life 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 Life 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Life 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 |
3. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,057 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,413 positive reviews and 644 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
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 Life 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. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,007 positive reviews and 201 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 Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,404 positive reviews and 83 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Life 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 |
8. Greed of Man
Greed of man is an open world MMO RPG where you start from the bottom fighting enemies and mining resources.
Greed of Man has achieved a Player Score of 34, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,171 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 375 positive reviews and 796 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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.
9. Animal Trainer Simulator: Prologue
The Prologue is just part of the gameplay that awaits you in the full version of the game. Manage and develop your animal training center, create a safe and happy place for them! Train different types of animals, and give them a lot of attention and they will surely become calmer with their owners.
Animal Trainer Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 5/17/2024 |
| Franchise | Games Incubator |
| Developer | Games Incubator |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2202220 |
10. Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue
When there’s a call, you are the man to clean up after your client’s dirty job. Siding with the mafia is a dangerous game, but they pay well, and you need money, right? So take your mop and better remove those bloodstains quickly before the police come.
Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Life Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,788 positive reviews and 103 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 | 4/4/2024 |
| Developer | President Studio S.A. |
| Publisher | President Studio S.A. |
| Steam App Id | 2540100 |
More Free Life Sim Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Life Sim games available on Steam.
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 | 30,217 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,815 | 3/25/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,093 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 653 | 1/26/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 368 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 193 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 138 | 11/15/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 121 | 7/10/2023 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 118 | 5/17/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 8/10/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 8/24/2020 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 3/5/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 99 | 5/10/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 81 | 3/1/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 4/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 72 | 7/29/2015 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 7/17/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 12/17/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47 | 4/16/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Supermarket Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). A Date with Death on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Life Makeover on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Greed of Man on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Animal Trainer Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.