Best Trading Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated trading games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free trading games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Sim Companies
Become a Business Tycoon. Build your own company from the ground up. Do business in a virtual economy with players all around the world! Gain valuable business skills for free. An advanced, proprietary, Economy simulation model is used to deliver the best gaming experience.
Sunkenland
Get ready for a Waterworld-themed survival game with modular base building, sunken city scavenging, crafting, base defense, and invasions of NPC clans for resources and territory. Ready for the water apocalypse?
Heartwood Online
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Noob - The Factionless
Lead a team of adventurers to the highest rank of all guilds!
Mad Games Tycoon 2
Start your own game development studio in 1976. Build your own offices, production facilities and server rooms. Develop the games of your dreams and produce the next next-gen console. Rise from a small garage company to a huge corporation.
Railway Empire 2
Don the coat of a clever entrepreneur, take over a small railway company in the early 1800s and turn your steam engines into the workhorses of the economy. Grow your company into the largest railway company of the continent and outsmart your competitors.
Crypto Miner Tycoon Simulator Starter Edition
Start in your bedroom in year 2010. Build rigs to mine Bitcoin, Ethereum and other crypto coins. Trade on the market to grow wealth. Expand your business into new offices. Hire skilled employees and assign tasks. Use cash from your mega farms to research new technologies.
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 2
The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series, which has expanded into anime and comics, is back. Volume 2 includes six action packed games from both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 4 to both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 6, plus additional features like a gallery and online play!
Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection Vol. 1
The renowned Mega Man Battle Network series is back! Vol. 1 contains Mega Man Battle Network 1-3, including both versions of Mega Man Battle Network 3 for a total of four titles, plus additional features like a gallery of illustrations and music! In addition, online play is supported!
Ghosts of Tabor
Ghosts of Tabor is VRs only FPS PVP and PVE survival game where you will use your wits, skills and resources to survive. Inspired by games such as Escape from Tarkov and DayZ, featuring different scenarios from scavenging to looting and crafting. Will you survive long enough to make it out alive?
Hotel Renovator
Unleash your inner designer and renovate the hotel of your dreams! Embark on a makeover journey to turn this worn-out place into a successful getaway. Play with thousands of furniture pieces and accessories, and manage the hotel to get 5-star reviews!
Soul Guardians
Soul Guardians is a 2D cross-scroll action RPG game. Hired as a mercenary of the Empire, the protagonist goes on a journey to stop the conspiracy of the Dark Forces Undertaker. Raising unique characters, collecting and combining chain arts to enjoy your own hot action!
Pharaoh™: A New Era
The legendary city-builder returns! Lead the creation of one of the greatest civilizations the world has ever seen in this HD remake with modernized UI. Build monuments, manage your population and explore 4,000 years of history through over a hundred hours of gameplay.
Sailing Era
Every voyage is a journey of "Sailing & Beyond" in Sailing Era! Navigate your fleet and sail for fun; run a business; have a romantic encounter in the tavern; capture pirates amid intense battle; explore inland for treasure... Experience foreign culture, make novel discoveries, and sail away!
Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator
Potion Craft is an alchemist simulator where you physically interact with your tools and ingredients to brew potions. You're in full control of the whole shop: invent new recipes, attract customers and experiment to your heart's content. Just remember: the whole town is counting on you.
The Oregon Trail
The Oregon Trail is back in a beautiful blend of charming pixel art characters, 3D environments, and cutting-edge lighting and visual effects!
King of Retail
The store is your kingdom! Expand your humble boutique into a thriving business: hire the right staff, decorate your displays, and lure in customers. Even your wildest ideas can turn a profit. Why not start a business that sells only white T-shirts and ketchup? PCs and beans? Your rule, your rules!
Garden Simulator
PLANT - DESIGN - HARVEST - With Garden Simulator you’ll get your own allotment, place deco elements and cultivate plants to harvest and sell them. Get ready for a beautiful time in nature. Always remember: A garden is a delight to the eye and a solace for the soul.
NBA 2K23
Rise to the occasion in NBA 2K23. Showcase your talent in MyCAREER. Pair All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build your own dynasty in MyGM, or guide the NBA in a new direction with MyLEAGUE. Take on NBA or WNBA teams in PLAY NOW and feel true-to-life gameplay.
Time on Frog Island
Cast away on an island paradise complete with a cast of friendly frogs. Enjoy sandbox island life and explore at your own pace, solving sticky situations for your new friends and trading your way to fixing your ship!
The Guild 3
The Guild 3 is a fascinating trade and life simulation that takes place during the late Middle Ages. Step into the shoes of a citizen, acquire businesses and mansions, produce goods and trade them, start intrigues in politics and society, love, hate, bribe, fight and live through good and bad times!
Winkeltje: The Little Shop
Winkeltje: The Little Shop is all about building, decorating, and running your own old-world fantasy shop. Buy low, sell high - from nails and apples to swords and alchemic love potions. Impress your customers, craft items, and be the master of your very own shop.
Prosperous Universe
In Prosperous Universe start your galactic empire by trading on the real-time market exchange with other real players. Build your 1st base from humble beginnings & watch as your business flourishes with complex supply chain strategies. Economics, politics & realism fuel this immersive business MMO.
Most played trading games on Steam
Take a look at the top trading games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Car Dealer Simulator
Uncover a goldmine in the used car market! Sniff out deals, buy low, modify, and sell high. Your journey from amateur grease monkey to car dealer magnate awaits. How fast will you rise in this lucrative venture? Car Dealer Simulator is a driving, immersive sim and trading game developed and published by Garage Monkeys. Released on May 29th 2025 has received 591 reviews of which 465 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played trading game, thanks to its 2,771 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.5
465
126
2,771
players
2. Milky Way Idle
Milky Way Idle: A multiplayer idle RPG where automation replaces grinding. Level up skills, gather resources, craft powerful items, and battle monsters—all while AFK. Trade in the marketplace, join a guild, team up for party combat, and socialize in chat as you progress effortlessly. Milky Way Idle is a idler, casual and trading game developed and published by cheze. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 834 reviews of which 636 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. While seeing 1,870 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among trading games based on player count.
7.3
636
198
1,870
players
3. Car For Sale Simulator 2023
Car For Sale Simulator 2023 - Developed for car enthusiasts, grow your own car sales business by buying and selling different car models. Drive the purchased cars as you wish, repair them, modify them, and sell them to customers at affordable prices. Car For Sale Simulator 2023 is a driving, trading and immersive sim game developed and published by Red Axe Games. Released on November 01st 2024 has received 18,452 reviews of which 14,778 were positive and 3,674 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. While seeing 228 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among trading games based on player count.
7.9
14,778
3,674
228
players
4. Star Traders: Frontiers
You are the captain of a starship venturing through a massive open universe. Customize your crew and take command at the helm of your very own ship as you explore a galaxy torn apart by internal strife, alien threats, and political intrigue. Star Traders: Frontiers is a sci-fi, moddable and simulation game developed and published by Trese Brothers. Released on July 31st 2018 has received 3,623 reviews of which 3,047 were positive and 576 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played trading games.
8.1
3,047
576
60
players
5. Richman 4
*** This game is only available in Chinese ***《大富翁4》为掷骰子回合制桌上游戏，玩家在游玩时，除可购买土地、股票外，还可投资公司、参加拍卖，过足富豪瘾。游戏支持单人、多人游玩，玩家既可以与计算机AI角色一同游玩自得其乐，也可和二三好友一起，来一局富豪间的财富PK。 Richman 4 is a casual, tabletop and trading game developed and published by SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT. Released on July 27th 2022 has received 1,478 reviews of which 1,066 were positive and 412 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played trading games.
7.0
1,066
412
46
players
6. Used Cars Simulator
Used Cars Simulator - trade used or stolen cars, fix and customize them, drive around, and explore the open world! Grow your business, complete quests, and have fun with a physics-based sandbox! Used Cars Simulator is a early access, driving and immersive sim game developed by DreamWay Games and published by PlayWay S.A.. Released on April 09th 2025 has received 361 reviews of which 253 were positive and 108 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played trading games.
6.7
253
108
45
players
7. Dealer's Life 2
Your favorite pawn shop experience is finally getting a sequel! Haggle like your life depends on it in this funny tycoon game. You never know WHAT is gonna stumble through that door! Dealer's Life 2 is a trading, management and job simulator game developed and published by Abyte Entertainment. Released on February 15th 2022 has received 3,894 reviews of which 3,322 were positive and 572 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played trading games.
8.2
3,322
572
40
players
8. Patrician III
Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe! Patrician III is a strategy, simulation and trading game developed by Ascaron Entertainment ltd. and published by Kalypso Media Digital. Released on November 18th 2010 has received 925 reviews of which 760 were positive and 165 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played trading games.
7.8
760
165
37
players
9. Port Royale 3
The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World. Port Royale 3 is a strategy, trading and simulation game developed by Gaming Minds Studios and published by Kalypso Media Digital. Released on May 04th 2012 has received 1,484 reviews of which 1,091 were positive and 393 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played trading games.
7.1
1,091
393
34
players
10. Caravaneer 2
A post-apocalyptic trade simulation game with turn based isometric combats. The game features detailed economics simulation and a rich branching story where your choices actually matter. Caravaneer 2 is a rpg, trading and economy game developed and published by Dmitry Zheltobriukhov. Released on December 30th 2020 has received 484 reviews of which 459 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played trading games.
8.8
459
25
24
players
Best deals on trading games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of trading games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted trading games.
1. The Invisible Hand
Want to get rich, quick? Welcome to FERIOS, where you’ll be empowered to pursue wealth and success as a mid-level stockbroker! Your wildest dreams of wealth can come true… at the cost of everything else. The Invisible Hand is a capitalism, trading and economy game developed by Power Struggle Games and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on May 07th 2021 has received 635 reviews of which 519 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 98% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for trading category.
7.7
519
116
-98%
12.79€
0.32€
2. Kardboard Kings: Card Shop Simulator
Open your own Card shop by the seaside! Buy, trade and sell Cards, OR keep them for your own collection! Earn reputation with customers, beat your shop goals, unlock new decorations, and host exciting events to bring everyone to the best Card shop in town! Kardboard Kings: Card Shop Simulator is a funny, 2d and capitalism game developed by Henry's House, Oscar Brittain and Rob Gross and published by Akupara Games. Released on February 10th 2022 has received 440 reviews of which 319 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in trading games.
6.9
319
121
-98%
19.50€
0.49€
3. Merchant of the Skies
Become the captain of a flying ship! Sell items, gather resources and build your own trade company in the clouds! Merchant of the Skies is a trading, base-building and management game developed and published by Coldwild Games. Released on April 17th 2020 has received 2,164 reviews of which 1,862 were positive and 302 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in trading games.
8.3
1,862
302
-97%
14.99€
0.47€
4. Dust to the End
Nuclear war ended human civilization, but it could never uproot the evil within our hearts. Fight, trade, negotiate, raid– do whatever it takes to survive in the wasteland. You will have to be as clever as ruthless to thrive in a broken world, torn by war, cruelty, hunger and slavery. Dust to the End is a simulation, hand-drawn and post-apocalyptic game developed by Haojoy Game and Zjoy Game and published by 2P Games. Released on August 11th 2021 has received 1,194 reviews of which 953 were positive and 241 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for trading games.
7.6
953
241
-96%
9.99€
0.45€
5. Merchants of Kaidan
Regain your riches, restore your honor and avenge your father's murder. A challenging trading game with lots of RPG elements. Merchants of Kaidan is a trading, strategy and simulation game developed and published by Forever Entertainment S. A.. Released on November 10th 2014 has received 817 reviews of which 644 were positive and 173 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for trading games.
7.5
644
173
-96%
14.99€
0.65€
6. Caravan
Are you ready to embark on a journey through deserts and dangers? Will you be able to safely navigate your fellowship through the lands of the Orient and uncover your destiny? Through strategic trading and traveling you will overcome obstacles and adversity. Caravan is a strategy, adventure and simulation game developed by It Matters Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on September 30th 2016 has received 1,007 reviews of which 782 were positive and 225 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for trading games.
7.4
782
225
-95%
5.99€
0.32€
7. Port Royale 3
The Caribbean, in the turbulent 17th Century. The mighty kingdoms of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight over the colonies. And there you are, a young sea captain whose only goal is to become the most powerful man in the New World. Port Royale 3 is a strategy, trading and simulation game developed by Gaming Minds Studios and published by Kalypso Media Digital. Released on May 04th 2012 has received 1,484 reviews of which 1,091 were positive and 393 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for trading games.
7.1
1,091
393
-94%
14.99€
0.97€
8. Patrician III
Become a fellow of the famous medieval Hanse trading association in the 13th century. Manage the politics, prestige and economic success in your city and the known parts of Europe! Patrician III is a strategy, simulation and trading game developed by Ascaron Entertainment ltd. and published by Kalypso Media Digital. Released on November 18th 2010 has received 925 reviews of which 760 were positive and 165 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for trading games.
7.8
760
165
-92%
4.99€
0.40€
9. Port Royale 2
The Caribbean in the 17th Century - Trade with over 60 towns, create your own production facilities, expand your trading empire and influence the development of the New World. As pirates and military fleets threaten your trade convoys, you'll need escort ships. Port Royale 2 is a strategy, trading and economy game developed by Ascaron Entertainment ltd. and published by Strategy First. Released on June 16th 2009 has received 635 reviews of which 450 were positive and 185 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for trading games.
6.8
450
185
-90%
5.89€
0.59€
10. Barn Finders
Search for valuable items stashed in abandoned barns. Take part in storage auctions, bid high and buy yourself a chance to find exclusive items hidden in the past. Barn Finders is a simulation, casual and indie game developed by Duality Games and published by Duality Games, PlayWay S.A. and HeartBeat Games. Released on June 15th 2020 has received 4,147 reviews of which 3,418 were positive and 729 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for trading games.
8.0
3,418
729
-86%
16.79€
2.39€
Free trading games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play trading games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play trading games.
1. Milky Way Idle
Milky Way Idle: A multiplayer idle RPG where automation replaces grinding. Level up skills, gather resources, craft powerful items, and battle monsters—all while AFK. Trade in the marketplace, join a guild, team up for party combat, and socialize in chat as you progress effortlessly. Milky Way Idle is a idler, casual and trading game developed and published by cheze. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 834 reviews of which 636 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 1,870 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free trading games on Steam.
7.3
636
198
1,870
players