Best Shop Keeper Games on Steam
Steam currently has 141 Shop Keeper 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. Shop Keeper game rankings were last updated on 10/23/2025.
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1. TCG Card Shop Simulator
Open your own local game store. Stock shelves with the latest booster packs, or crack them and collect the cards for yourself. Set your own prices, hire staff, host events, and expand your card shop.
TCG Card Shop Simulator holds the #1 spot for "best Shop Keeper game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,296 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,870 positive reviews and 1,426 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play TCG Card Shop Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $12.99 |
| Release Date | 9/15/2024 |
| Developer | OPNeon Games |
| Publisher | OPNeon Games |
| Steam App Id | 3070070 |
2. Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale
Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!
Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,350 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,060 positive reviews and 290 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/10/2010 |
| Developer | EasyGameStation |
| Publisher | Carpe Fulgur LLC |
| Steam App Id | 70400 |
3. Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator
Teddy’s Haven is a cozy shop simulator set in the peaceful land of Ursa. Run your magical store without pressure, decorate and explore as you wish, and meet mythical creatures in a world made for relaxation and wonder.
Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,080 positive reviews and 30 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 5/6/2025 |
| Developer | Teddy Bear Games LLC |
| Publisher | Teddy Bear Games LLC |
| Steam App Id | 3615160 |
4. The Chef's Shift
The Chef’s Shift is a fast-paced typing game in a restaurant setting, where you’ll both cook & serve food to hungry customers, all done by TYPING.
The Chef's Shift has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 635 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 620 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Chef's Shift on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $12.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2025 |
| Franchise | Panitia GameDev |
| Developer | Panitia GameDev |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2390230 |
5. Bookshop Simulator
Open your own bookshop! Order books, stock your shelves, and earn revenue. Use your profits to decorate, expand, and hire staff. Collect rare books that give powerful abilities. Adopt a cat to keep you and your customers company along the way!
Bookshop Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 311 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 305 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 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 | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 9/16/2025 |
| Developer | Blep Games |
| Publisher | Blep Games |
| Steam App Id | 3467040 |
6. Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻
Restore your fantasy tavern to its full glory. Repair, improve and expand the establishment. Cook delicious food and keep an eye on the mood of the visitors. Create a unique atmosphere for unforgettable adventures!
Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,004 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,688 positive reviews and 316 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 8/13/2024 |
| Developer | One More Time |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2756770 |
7. Dealer's Life
Live the ultimate pawn shop experience in this funny retro style tycoon game!
Dealer's Life has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,284 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,198 positive reviews and 86 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 |
8. Final Profit: A Shop RPG
FINAL PROFIT is a story driven shop-sim RPG. Gather products and find customers. Spend your hard-earned profits on upgrades and investments. Make far-reaching choices as you expand your business. And explore a world full of secrets on your quest to defeat capitalism by becoming the best at it!
Final Profit: A Shop RPG has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 592 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 561 positive reviews and 31 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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 | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 3/6/2023 |
| Franchise | Brent Arnold |
| Developer | Brent Arnold |
| Publisher | Brent Arnold |
| Steam App Id | 1705140 |
9. Not Monday Cafe
Cozy idle cafe management that keeps you company while you work. Grow fresh ingredients, cook, and serve delicious food to adorable animal customers. Build your dream cafe that sits at the bottom of your screen.
Not Monday Cafe has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 407 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 388 positive reviews and 19 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Not Monday Cafe on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $8.99 |
| Release Date | 6/22/2025 |
| Franchise | FLYHIGH WORKS |
| Developer | Sunny Syrup Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 3167540 |
10. Returns Outlet Simulator
Returns Outlet Simulator is a relaxed first-person simulation where every aspect of operating your own shop springs to life.
Returns Outlet Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278 positive reviews and 11 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, it is possible to play Returns Outlet Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/15/2025 |
| Developer | Twisted Twice Games |
| Publisher | Twisted Twice Games |
| Steam App Id | 3589510 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 2,958 | 9/15/2024 | 95 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 9/10/2010 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 77 | 5/6/2025 | 92 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 66 | 3/31/2025 | 91 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 148 | 9/16/2025 | 90 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 76 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 1/31/2019 | 88 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 3/6/2023 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 252 | 6/22/2025 | 88 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 80 | 8/15/2025 | 88 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/11/2024 | 87 | $4.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 2/27/2025 | 87 | $15.95 | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 8/6/2024 | 86 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/21/2025 | 86 | $4.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/6/2023 | 85 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 10/1/2024 | 85 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 5/16/2024 | 85 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 6/20/2024 | 85 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 6/22/2025 | 85 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 9/14/2022 | 85 | $25.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). TCG Card Shop Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 29). Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). The Chef's Shift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Bookshop Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 11). Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 18). Dealer's Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 22). Final Profit: A Shop RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Not Monday Cafe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Returns Outlet Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.