How many people are playing Chinese Parents right now?

459 people are playing Chinese Parents on Steam right now, making it the 886th most played game on Steam. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 531 players. The number updates every few minutes.

What is Chinese Parents's all-time peak player count?

Chinese Parents's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 32,593, reached in October 2018.

Is Chinese Parents good? What do Steam reviews say?

91% of 23,279 Steam user reviews are positive (Very Positive).

How much does Chinese Parents cost on Steam?

Chinese Parents costs $9.99 on Steam (US).

Does Chinese Parents work on Steam Deck?

Chinese Parents is Playable on Steam Deck (with small issues), according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

Chinese Parents

by 墨鱼玩游戏 · Released Sep 29, 2018

Steam Deck PlayableLinux & Deck: Gold

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459

▼ 6.9%vs 24h ago · updates every minute

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91% positive

Very Positive23,279 reviews

Owners (est.)1M–2M

24h peak

531

Highest seen32,593

Oct 20188.1 years ago

Price on Steam

$9.99

Lowest ever $9.99 Oct 2026

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Players -6.9% in the last 24 hoursUpdated 12:58 UTC · tracking since 2018-02-01

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91% positive of 23,279 · Very Positive · Live from Steam

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Steam Deck

Works, but may need extra effort. Results from Valve's own testing.

Steam Deck Playable

!Controller glyphs do not match deck device
!Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
✓Default controller config fully functional
✓Interface text is legible
✓Default configuration is performant
iExternal controllers not supported primary player

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Every build released on Steam for this game since we started tracking it, with the developer's patch notes. Updated within minutes of each new build.

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Oct 27, 2026
Patch2.1.0.1 E-Sports Life Mode Fixes
Hello, parents!This update fixes an issue where some players might not receive the trait associated with the Trash Talk entertainment in E-Sports Life.We've also looked into the issue some players reported that after purchasing the DLC, the game still prompted…
Oct 20, 2026
PatchE-Sports Life Mode Fixes
Hello, parents!This update fixes a bug that could cause some players to get stuck on the report card screen in E-Sports Life mode.We've also looked into the issue some players reported that after purchasing the DLC, the game still prompted them to buy it when …
Aug 15, 2026
PatchMajor Gameplay Update & 45% Off Sale Now Live!
Dear Parents,We’re excited to announce that Chinese Parents is 45% off through August 29! We’ve also got a content update and some news to share. Here are the details. 🎁 Content UpdateArt Student GameplayA brand-new Art Student gameplay has been added, offeri…
Mar 6, 2025
Patch2.0.1.5 | bug修复
Dear Parents, The details of this update are as follows: Fixed an issue where save files could become corrupted, preventing players from entering the game. Fixed an error in achievement condition calculations, where trait collection displayed 100% completion b…
Nov 28, 2024
Patch2.0.1.4 Pet System Update
Hello, dear parents! Thank you for your continued support. We're excited to announce the Pet System update in version 2.0.1.4! Starting from the next generation after your current one, a brand-new pet event will be unlocked. You’ll have the opportunity to adop…
Jul 3, 2024
Patch2.0.0.4 update New Heirloom System
Dear Parents, Thank you for your support and patience. We are excited to bring you the latest updates. New Heirloom System Starting from the second generation, parents can buy heirlooms. Heirlooms will be passed down from generation to generation, with each ge…

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Oct 15, 2026
The E-Sports Life DLC Is Here!
Did you ever dream of becoming an esports pro?Joining a team, competing in a league, and then—lifting the championship trophy!🎮 The E-Sports Life DLC is out now with a 10% launch discount!Pick it up in the bundle below for an extra discount!This DLC unlocks a…
Oct 2, 2026
The Autumn Sale Is Here—Save 45%!
Hello, Parents!Have you tried the Art Student update we released this August? If you haven't, check out our earlier announcement for all the details.We're also working on a new content update that we'll be sharing with you soon. Stay tuned!We're also happy to …
Aug 12, 2025
Summer Camp Special! "Bang Bang Barrage" × "Chinese Parents" Value Bundle
"Chinese Parents" teams up with the newly released "Bang Bang Barrage" to bring you an unbeatable combo. Beat the summer heat and set sail for an epic maritime adventure!In "Bang Bang Barrage", you play as a fearless "bean" braving the treacherous Death…
Jun 27, 2025
Experience the Multi-Flavored "Life": Summer Sale Specials & Three Bundles
Hello Fellow Parents!Chinese Parents is joining the Steam Summer Sale with a historic low discount of 45% off! We've also prepared the following three special bundles for you:1. Chinese-Style Life BundleIncludes: Chinese Parents × Chinese Love Matchma…
May 22, 2025
Chinese Parents and Insects Awaken – Now Available in a Special Bundle!
Hello, dear parents! We’ve created a bundle with the newly released Republic of China spy-themed visual novel game Insects Awaken. Purchasing Chinese Parents and Insects Awaken together through the bundle now gives you a 10% discount! The bundle also supports …
Jun 11, 2024
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History

What changed on Steam for this game since we started following it: prices and sales, builds, name, release date and review score.

Review score: 91% on 2026-11-01 → 91% today (23,279 reviews)

Oct 31, 2026Price$9.99

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DLC

1 item on Steam, newest first.

Chinese Parents - E-Sports Life DLC
$1.9939% positive

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Chinese Parents player count and quick facts

How many people are playing Chinese Parents right now?: 459 people are playing Chinese Parents on Steam right now, making it the 886th most played game on Steam. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 531 players. The number updates every few minutes.
What is Chinese Parents's all-time peak player count?: Chinese Parents's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 32,593, reached in October 2018.
Is Chinese Parents good? What do Steam reviews say?: 91% of 23,279 Steam user reviews are positive (Very Positive).
How much does Chinese Parents cost on Steam?: Chinese Parents costs $9.99 on Steam (US).
Does Chinese Parents work on Steam Deck?: Chinese Parents is Playable on Steam Deck (with small issues), according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

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In this casual sim set in China, you step into the shoes of an average kid from birth towards the end of your high school. Study hard, have fun, make friends and face your ultimate challenge, the “Gaokao”. What will your life be after that? And when you have a child, will you be a Tiger Parent?

Developer: 墨鱼玩游戏
Publisher: 墨鱼玩游戏
Release date: Sep 29, 2018
Install size: 500 MB minimum
Platforms: macOS · Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation · All
Steam app ID: 736190

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