Best Hobby Sim Games on Steam
Steam currently has 28 Hobby Sim games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Hobby Sim game rankings were last updated on 1/17/2025.
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1. Dealer's Life
Live the ultimate pawn shop experience in this funny retro style tycoon game!
Dealer's Life holds the #1 spot for "best Hobby Sim game on Steam" with a Player Score of 88. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,164 positive reviews and 87 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dealer's Life on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 1/31/2019 |
| Franchise | Dealer's Life |
| Developer | Abyte Entertainment |
| Publisher | Abyte Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 982270 |
2. Fish Game
Fish Game is a detailed and highly “sofishticated” freshwater aquarium simulator, lovingly crafted *by* enthusiasts *for* enthusiasts! Featuring fish with personalities and dynamic relationships, water quality modeling, and so much more! Made with support from our friends at Smarter Every Day!
Fish Game has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 443 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 420 positive reviews and 23 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 10/26/2023 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | A Shell in the Pit Games |
| Steam App Id | 1372150 |
3. City Game Studio: Your Game Dev Adventure Begins
Manage a game studio from the dawn of the gaming industry in 1976. Your journey starts with small indie titles and grows into a gaming empire. Develop, design, and conquer the industry. From humble beginnings to gaming legend – it’s your story, your studio, your legacy!
City Game Studio: Your Game Dev Adventure Begins has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,320 positive reviews and 135 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 8/24/2021 |
| Franchise | Binogure Studio |
| Developer | Binogure Studio |
| Publisher | Binogure Studio |
| Steam App Id | 726840 |
4. Dealer's Life 2
Your favorite pawn shop experience is finally getting a sequel! Haggle like your life depends on it in this funny tycoon game. You never know WHAT is gonna stumble through that door!
Dealer's Life 2 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,230 positive reviews and 556 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $7.49 |
| Release Date | 2/15/2022 |
| Franchise | Dealer's Life |
| Developer | Abyte Entertainment |
| Publisher | Abyte Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1343670 |
5. Ai Vpet
The new generation of table pets in the AI era provides users with a comprehensive AI customized platform for creating table pets, including image, voice, character design, and even interactive methods, through AI technologies such as deep learning and language processing.
Ai Vpet has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 323 positive reviews and 42 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. KitHack Model Club
Developed by the creator of the original Kerbal Space Program, KitHack Model Club is a physics-based model building sandbox that offers limitless freedom for you and your friends. Design, build, battle, fly (and crash!) your very own RC vehicles, or experiment with over 2,400 ready-made vehicles!
KitHack Model Club has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 553 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 480 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/1/2024 |
| Franchise | Curve Games |
| Developer | Floating Origin Interactive |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2107090 |
7. HAELE 3D - Hand Poses Lite - Drawing References
HAELE 3D - Hand Poser Lite is an easy to use 3D hand anatomy reference tool for the artist, with custom and preset hand poses, editable lights, colors and environment. It is a must have software for drawing, painting, sculpting or modeling. Comes with the essential functions of the Pro version.
HAELE 3D - Hand Poses Lite - Drawing References has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play HAELE 3D - Hand Poses Lite - Drawing References on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. LAPIDARY: Jewel Craft Simulator
"LAPIDARY: Jewel Craft Simulator" is a simple and minimalistic gem crafting simulator. In the quiet of your workshop, process various rough stones to create gems with the ultimate sparkle.
LAPIDARY: Jewel Craft Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | THINK & FEEL |
| Publisher | THINK & FEEL |
| Steam App Id | 2539820 |
9. Dealer's Life Legend
Become a legendary merchant and haggler in this medieval fantasy world. Explore, trade and use potions to give you the upper hand in the latest instalment of the tycoon phenomenon Dealer’s Life!
Dealer's Life Legend has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 97 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81 positive reviews and 16 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $17.99 |
| Release Date | 1/15/2025 |
| Franchise | Dealer's Life |
| Developer | Abyte Entertainment |
| Publisher | Abyte Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2185030 |
10. HAELE 3D - Portrait Studio Lite - Drawing References
HAELE 3D - Portrait Studio Lite is a 3D facial anatomy drawing reference tool for the artist, with various characters, expressions and environments. It is an easy to use app to complement tutorials, for those who are learning how to draw faces.
HAELE 3D - Portrait Studio Lite - Drawing References has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Hobby Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "5 user reviews" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 10 | 1/31/2019 | 88 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 10/26/2023 | 88 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 8/24/2021 | 86 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 90 | 2/15/2022 | 82 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 36 | 8/2/2024 | 82 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 8/1/2024 | 81 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/3/2024 | 78 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/25/2024 | 76 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 62 | 1/15/2025 | 75 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/26/2024 | 71 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/2/2021 | 69 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 10/19/2023 | 69 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/23/2023 | 67 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/12/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/21/2022 | 62 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/23/2024 | 62 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/25/2023 | 60 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/25/2023 | 59 | $2.09 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/12/2023 | 55 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/3/2024 | 50 | $3.59 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Dealer's Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 28). Fish Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 28). City Game Studio: Your Game Dev Adventure Begins on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Dealer's Life 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 26). Ai Vpet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 24). KitHack Model Club on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 27). HAELE 3D - Hand Poses Lite - Drawing References on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). LAPIDARY: Jewel Craft Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 28). Dealer's Life Legend on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 27). HAELE 3D - Portrait Studio Lite - Drawing References on Steam. Steam Store.