Most Played Simulation Games on Steam
Take a look at the top simulation games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 14th 2025. Want to explore even more simulation titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best simulation games.
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1. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea. War Thunder is a game developed and published by . Released on August 15th 2013 has received 757,086 reviews of which 484,469 were positive and 272,617 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played simulation game, thanks to its 40,492 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.4
484,469
272,617
40,492
players
2. Football Manager 2024
Build a world-class team ready to dominate your rivals in football’s most prestigious competitions. Progress never stops when you’re pursuing footballing greatness. Football Manager 2024 is a game developed and published by . Released on November 06th 2023 has received 23,048 reviews of which 20,927 were positive and 2,121 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. While seeing 40,313 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among simulation games based on player count.
8.9
20,927
2,121
40,313
players
3. Schedule I
From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more. Schedule I is a game developed and published by . Released on March 24th 2025 has received 204,041 reviews of which 200,803 were positive and 3,238 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. While seeing 22,603 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among simulation games based on player count.
9.7
200,803
3,238
22,603
players
4. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits. Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on October 12th 2012 has received 867,404 reviews of which 844,480 were positive and 22,924 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 22,322 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played simulation games.
9.7
844,480
22,924
22,322
players
5. BeamNG.drive
A dynamic soft-body physics vehicle simulator capable of doing just about anything. BeamNG.drive is a game developed and published by . Released on May 29th 2015 has received 322,278 reviews of which 313,873 were positive and 8,405 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 17,752 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played simulation games.
9.6
313,873
8,405
17,752
players
6. Farming Simulator 25
Farming Simulator 25 invites you to join the rewarding farm life, single-handedly or cooperatively in multiplayer. This Farm is Your Farm! Farming Simulator 25 is a game developed and published by . Released on November 12th 2024 has received 33,575 reviews of which 28,079 were positive and 5,496 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 16,578 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played simulation games.
8.2
28,079
5,496
16,578
players
7. Crusader Kings III
Love, fight, scheme, and claim greatness. Determine your noble house’s legacy in the sprawling grand strategy of Crusader Kings III. Death is only the beginning as you guide your dynasty’s bloodline in the rich and larger-than-life simulation of the Middle Ages. Crusader Kings III is a game developed and published by . Released on September 01st 2020 has received 126,909 reviews of which 114,259 were positive and 12,650 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 15,397 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played simulation games.
8.9
114,259
12,650
15,397
players
8. Jurassic World Evolution 2
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution. This bold new era in the Jurassic World Evolution game franchise builds upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation. Jurassic World Evolution 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on November 09th 2021 has received 36,638 reviews of which 32,817 were positive and 3,821 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 13,827 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played simulation games.
8.8
32,817
3,821
13,827
players
9. Arma Reforger
Experience authentic Cold War combat and join the struggle for the sprawling, mid-Atlantic island of Everon and its smaller, offshore territory, Arland – or take on the role of Game Master and create your very own scenarios for others to enjoy. Arma Reforger is a game developed and published by . Released on November 16th 2023 has received 30,623 reviews of which 23,326 were positive and 7,297 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 13,614 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played simulation games.
7.5
23,326
7,297
13,614
players
10. Europa Universalis IV
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages. Europa Universalis IV is a game developed and published by . Released on August 13th 2013 has received 134,436 reviews of which 116,432 were positive and 18,004 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 13,079 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played simulation games.
8.6
116,432
18,004
13,079
players