Haikakin Simulator Demo Launches on Steam October 16
The free demo of the PC simulation game lets players try the first week, including jobs, gacha, and character development; saves won't carry over.
The free demo for the PC simulation game Haikakin Simulator began distribution on Steam on October 16, 2026, according to news.denfaminicogamer.jp. The game is developed by SoranoConconGames and published by PlayWay S.A.
The demo covers the first week of the game, letting players earn money through jobs and management, and try gacha and character development within the virtual social game. Some skills and features are restricted in the demo, and save data will not carry over to the full release.
The full version is planned for release in the first quarter of 2027.
Background
In October 2025, the developer, an individual known as SoranoConcon, previously spent about 15 million yen on a single social game, a real "haikakin" experience. The game was developed over about three years from the developer's wish to let anyone experience the haikakin world without losing real money.
Quick answers
When does the Haikakin Simulator demo launch?
The free demo launched on Steam on October 16, 2026.
What can you play in the demo?
The demo lets you play the first week of the game, including earning money through jobs and management, gacha, and character development. Some skills and features are restricted.
When is the full version released?
The full version is planned for release in the first quarter of 2027.