Most Played Life Sim Games on Steam
Take a look at the top life sim games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of October 31st 2025. Want to explore even more life sim titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best life sim games.
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1. Stardew Valley
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? Stardew Valley is a game developed and published by . Released on February 26th 2016 has received 886,195 reviews of which 872,384 were positive and 13,811 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played life sim game, thanks to its 36,325 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.8
872,384
13,811
36,325
players
2. 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 is a game developed and published by . Released on June 18th 2020 has received 170,727 reviews of which 149,064 were positive and 21,663 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. While seeing 20,673 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among life sim games based on player count.
8.6
149,064
21,663
20,673
players
3. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world. Palia is a game developed and published by . Released on March 25th 2024 has received 35,292 reviews of which 30,295 were positive and 4,997 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. While seeing 8,240 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among life sim games based on player count.
8.4
30,295
4,997
8,240
players
4. Disney Dreamlight Valley
Explore a world filled with the magic of Disney as you discover rich stories and build the perfect neighborhood alongside Disney and Pixar heroes and villains in this new life-sim adventure game. Welcome to Disney Dreamlight Valley. Disney Dreamlight Valley is a game developed and published by . Released on December 05th 2023 has received 20,793 reviews of which 19,111 were positive and 1,682 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 4,205 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.0
19,111
1,682
4,205
players
5. Coral Island
Coral Island is a vibrant, laid-back farm sim reimagined with multiplayer! Experience enchanting island life at your own pace: farm with friends, nurture animals, build relationships, hang out with a diverse cast of characters, and dive into the magical Merfolk Kingdom. Coral Island is a game developed and published by . Released on November 14th 2023 has received 21,728 reviews of which 19,184 were positive and 2,544 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 2,156 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.6
19,184
2,544
2,156
players
6. inZOI
"Every life becomes a story" Create your unique story by controlling and observing the lives of 'Zois'. Customize characters and build houses using inZOI's easy-to-use tools to live the life of your dreams and experience the different emotions of life created by its deep and detailed simulation. inZOI is a game developed and published by . Released on March 27th 2025 has received 20,859 reviews of which 16,548 were positive and 4,311 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 1,800 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played life sim games.
7.8
16,548
4,311
1,800
players
7. Dinkum
Dinkum is a survival life simulation game set on an island inspired by the rugged Australian outback. Farm, hunt, mine, fish, and forage to gather resources, expand your town, and discover what makes Dinkum so special—either solo or with friends. Dinkum is a game developed and published by . Released on April 22nd 2025 has received 24,584 reviews of which 22,671 were positive and 1,913 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 1,725 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.0
22,671
1,913
1,725
players
8. Fields of Mistria
Start your new life! Build the farm of your dreams as you discover a world brimming with possibilities. Magic, romance, and adventure all await you in this nostalgic farming / life sim RPG! Fields of Mistria is a game developed and published by . Released on August 05th 2024 has received 19,958 reviews of which 19,544 were positive and 414 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 1,543 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.6
19,544
414
1,543
players
9. The Sims™ 3
The Sims 3: Create the perfect world with full customization at your fingertips. Refine personalities and help fulfill destinies. The Sims™ 3 is a game developed and published by . Released on January 27th 2011 has received 32,910 reviews of which 28,544 were positive and 4,366 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 1,154 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.5
28,544
4,366
1,154
players
10. Hello Kitty Island Adventure
Embark on a cozy, open-world adventure with Hello Kitty and Friends. Befriend beloved characters as you explore and restore a mysterious island, solve ancient puzzles, cook delicious dishes, customize yourself and your cabins, and so much more. Hello Kitty Island Adventure is a game developed and published by . Released on January 30th 2025 has received 5,691 reviews of which 5,359 were positive and 332 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 1,026 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.1
5,359
332
1,026
players
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