Best Shop Keeper Games on Steam
Steam currently has 202 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 12/24/2025.
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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 44,728 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,242 positive reviews and 1,486 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.74 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 | $9.74 |
| 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 7,388 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,097 positive reviews and 291 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 sim filled with magic and charm. Sell over 400 items, decorate with 250+ decorations, and create the shop of your dreams. Meet mythical creatures, level up your skills, harvest the land, and uncover the peaceful wonders of life on Ursa.
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 1,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,482 positive reviews and 38 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 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 | $11.99 |
| 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 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 878 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 861 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.74 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 | $9.74 |
| 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 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 665 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 649 positive reviews and 16 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.39 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 | $14.39 |
| Release Date | 9/16/2025 |
| Developer | Blep Games |
| Publisher | Blep Games |
| Steam App Id | 3467040 |
6. Aeruta
A bread revolution across the world now begins! Aeruta is a side-scrolling action game with a shop management twist, fight monsters for materials and use them to make breads, then finally make the deserted town popular again!
Aeruta 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 1,825 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,713 positive reviews and 112 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Aeruta on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 11/5/2025 |
| Franchise | GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd. |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2286780 |
7. 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 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 457 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 440 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, it is possible to play Returns Outlet Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 8/15/2025 |
| Developer | Twisted Twice Games |
| Publisher | Twisted Twice Games |
| Steam App Id | 3589510 |
8. Mall Simulator
Turn your building from a small shopping center into a huge city mall! To avoid going bankrupt, you’ll need to build new stores and restaurants, set smart prices, and keep up with trends. 15+ stores, dozens of machines & services, and hundreds of brands waiting for you!
Mall Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,878 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,755 positive reviews and 123 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mall Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,806 positive reviews and 325 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.54 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 | $8.54 |
| Release Date | 8/13/2024 |
| Developer | One More Time |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2756770 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best Shop Keeper games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,204 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 |
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| 2,696 | 9/15/2024 | 95 | $9.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 35 | 9/10/2010 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 74 | 5/6/2025 | 92 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 131 | 3/31/2025 | 92 | $9.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 190 | 9/16/2025 | 91 | $14.39 | Steam Charts | |
| 207 | 11/5/2025 | 89 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 96 | 8/15/2025 | 89 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 995 | 11/3/2025 | 89 | $10.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 79 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | $8.54 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 1/31/2019 | 88 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 3/6/2023 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 216 | 6/23/2025 | 88 | $7.19 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/11/2024 | 87 | $4.19 | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 2/28/2025 | 87 | $18.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 8/6/2024 | 86 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 111 | 5/28/2025 | 86 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 6/22/2025 | 85 | $7.19 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 10/1/2024 | 85 | $9.74 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/2/2025 | 85 | $3.74 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 10/29/2025 | 85 | $7.19 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 24). 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, December 31). Teddy's Haven - A Fantasy Inspired Shop Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). The Chef's Shift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Bookshop Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Aeruta on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). Returns Outlet Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). Mall Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Tavern Manager Simulator 🍻 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 6). Dealer's Life on Steam. Steam Store.