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 September 15th 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 48,751 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.8
872,384
13,811
48,751
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 28,669 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
28,669
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 33,668 reviews of which 28,841 were positive and 4,827 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. While seeing 13,603 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
28,841
4,827
13,603
players
4. 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 4,911 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.6
19,184
2,544
4,911
players
5. STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar
Searching for a peaceful farm life, a fresh mountain breeze, and your own market stall? Look no further than the friendly community of Zephyr Town! Here you’ll grow crops and raise animals, get to know the locals, and sell your wares at the town's bazaar to restore it to its former glory. STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar is a game developed and published by . Released on August 27th 2025 has received 1,603 reviews of which 1,507 were positive and 96 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 4,580 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.9
1,507
96
4,580
players
6. 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 3,816 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.0
19,111
1,682
3,816
players
7. 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 2,732 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played life sim games.
9.6
19,544
414
2,732
players
8. 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 1,986 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played life sim games.
7.8
16,548
4,311
1,986
players
9. My Time at Sandrock
Travel to the desert community of Sandrock and take on the role of a fledgling Builder. Use your trusty toolset to gather resources, construct machines, and turn your run-down workshop into a well-oiled production facility to save the town from the jaws of economic ruin! My Time at Sandrock is a game developed and published by . Released on November 02nd 2023 has received 26,283 reviews of which 23,218 were positive and 3,065 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,742 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.7
23,218
3,065
1,742
players
10. Travellers Rest
Craft, farm, build and cook! In Travellers Rest you will have to use all the available tools to become the best tavern keeper in the realm. Create unique dishes and drinks to please your customers as you discover the world and its colorful characters. Travellers Rest is a game developed and published by . Released on July 28th 2020 has received 13,900 reviews of which 12,297 were positive and 1,603 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 1,559 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played life sim games.
8.6
12,297
1,603
1,559
players
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