{"id":130014,"date":"2019-03-20T22:21:01","date_gmt":"2019-03-20T22:21:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=130014"},"modified":"2025-07-01T22:12:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T05:12:10","slug":"best-life-simulation-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/best-life-simulation-games\/","title":{"rendered":"6 best mobile life simulation games"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sometimes you just want to see what life would be like if you took a different path, and video games have really help you to live out this fantasy. Ever since the Sims were invented, life simulation games<\/strong> have become increasingly popular. Casual gameplay devices like phones and handheld consoles are particularly useful for life simulation games, since you can turn them on whenever you need a moment to get away. Thankfully, there are hundreds of games being developed for these mobile platforms every day. With so many options to choose from, there is bound to be one out there that fits the perfect fantasy you\u2019re looking for. Here are the best ones to check out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best life simulation games for mobile devices<\/h2>\n
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The Sims FreePlay<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

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The Sims is <\/span>the<\/b> original life simulation series, and their free mobile version is just as good as the original. You can create and develop your neighborhood however you like by creating unique sims however you choose. Design their houses however you want and help them get the job you think will suit them best. The Sims is all about exploring every possibility in life, and that\u2019s exactly what you\u2019re able to do in this mobile game.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Longtime fans of the series may be a little deterred by the time it takes to build things in this game. As a free-to-play game, it primarily makes money through special gems that can be used to rush productions. These gems can also be used for special cosmetics which can be a tempting way to spend your money. Ultimately, however, you can do almost anything in the game completely for free, so long as you have a little patience.<\/span><\/p>\n

Episode<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

Playing Episode is like playing through your favorite novel. There are billions of episodes to play through, with all different kinds of life possibilities. Different stories have different avatar options, but most let you play as some version of yourself. You can search through stories by genre, or you can look for a particular fandom story if you want to play through an established universe. <\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s Your Story<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

What\u2019s Your Story takes the same premise as Episode, but it\u2019s mostly fanfiction-type stories. Episode has a few fanfiction episodes, but mostly has unique stand-alone stories; What\u2019s Your Story is purely used for inserting yourself into your favorite TV show or movie series. That said, there are some incredible storylines to follow, and it can be a great adventure playing through a show you love so dearly. <\/span><\/p>\n

Virtual Families 2<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

\"Virtual<\/p>\n

This game is very similar to the Sims, although its night\/day mechanics are actually linked to your own time zone, which can present some unique and interesting options. Not many life simulators actually follow the day cycle of the real world, so it\u2019ll be a very different experience playing this game. If you\u2019re a fan of the Sims, then you may want to check this game out as a fun little alternative.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fallout Shelter<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

There are plenty of city builders that could fall under the category of \u201clife simulation,\u201d but Fallout Shelter is probably the only game that can really be considered both. It may seem like the game is solely focused on building your vault at first, but after a bit of time in the game, you\u2019ll see it is far closer to a life simulator than it seems. Each resident of your vault has their own goals and abilities, and you can control over what happened to them. You can decide what kind of job they have, or if they are going to venture out into the wild. It is a really unique game that is reminiscent of many popular city builders and life simulators.<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you do enjoy the city-building aspect of this game, you may want to look into playing some <\/span>similar games<\/span><\/a> as well, since they have the same appeal as life simulators.<\/span><\/p>\n

BitLife<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n

\"BitLife\"<\/p>\n

One of the most popular free apps on the market right now, BitLife lets you experience life one year at a time. It features many things that other life simulators don\u2019t, such as plastic surgery, criminal activities, familial relationships, and even sex reassignment surgery. What happens to you is slightly randomized but you have a decent amount of control in where you are going (you can even play a minigame to try and escape prison). The names of your character and those you encounter can be manipulated through the settings you set before starting a new life. Overall, it\u2019s an interesting and addictive adventure to see where your virtual life will head in this free-to-play game.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Of course, these aren\u2019t the only fantastic life simulation games you can find on your phone. Our <\/span>Softonic Solutions team<\/span><\/a> has put together its own list for you to check out as well. You can even leave your own reviews and input on these games yourself!<\/span><\/p>\n

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