Game information
Updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:05 UTC- App ID
- 736190
- Developer
- 墨鱼玩游戏
- Publisher
- 墨鱼玩游戏
- Release date
- 28 Sep, 2018
- Platforms
- WindowsmacOS
- Genres
- Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
- Game modes
- Single-player
- Controller support
- Unknown
- Achievements
- 23
Steam app 736190 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:05 UTC
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?
718 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
99 months, February 2018 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 437 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 281 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Chinese Parents was released on 28 Sep, 2018.
| Language | Full audio |
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23 achievements in total.










50 developer announcements, Apr 2019 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC
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…
Keekok"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…
MoonAlienCatHello 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 ×…
MiodHello, 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…
MiodDear 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…
Patch notesHello, 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…
MiodDear 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…
MiodHello Parents, For those who ask how to continue playing with your old saves (version number 1.0.9.7) in the latest build (version no. 2.0.0.3). And what's the major diffences between these versions. Please refer to the below accouncement.…
KeekokHello Parents, This update affects both Windows and Mac players. We've added the ability to import old saves to the menu. Simply click the button in the bottom right corner to convert your 1.0.9.7 saves to the latest version. Important…
Patch notesHello Parents, This time around we've squished a few bugs and changed some of the controls: QoL Changes You can now drag classes to re-arrange the order once more. We've changed how the scroll wheel interacts with some menus. We've also…
Patch notesHello Parents, We've received plenty of feedback since the new version went live. And we are working around the clock to resolve these issues. Resolved issues: Fixed the issue where the game might freeze when choosing a profession at turn…
Patch notesHello Parents, Long time no see! During the past months, we've made plenty of new content and have ported the game to other platforms as well. Looking back at the previous version, it's become apparent to us that it would be incredibly…
SherrierATTENTION: The game only support simplified Chinese now, and we will support English and more languages in the near future. Hi there, We are happy to introduce another title from Coconut Island Games to you, A Perfect Day. Today, the 1 Day…
Sherrierhttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33018259/fa507d63749ab7085c57ad35335efd13c891b828.png Hi there, We are happy to tell you that we will bring another title published by Coconut Island Games, Home Behind 2 to…
SherryOn 20th August, Chinese Parents got 33 points and won the Gold Award from Famitsu. And now we are happy to tell you it has also been nominated by the Indie Live EXPO for the Local Cultural Representation Award!…
SherryHi there, We are glad to tell you that we just get the Famitsu gold award! Famitsu is one of the most famous game magazines in Japan, and it is really out of our imagination to get 33 out of 40 points from the 4 editors, and get the gold…
SherryHi there, We are happy to tell you that else than English, Chinese Parents now support Japanese as well! To celebrate that, there is a 10% off discount started from 10am on 19th Aug to 10am on 26th Aug (PST).…
SherryHi there, Chinese Parents was firstly released in 2019, and we have received lots of feedback from you. We are surprising to see that so many players have spent such a long time and make your families last for dozens of generations. It is…
SherryDive into the new turn-based roguelike deck builder with a stunning comic art style https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/33018259/b608024f6b89aae908bf6ab177f7bf6b5d667d57.jpg We are happy to tell you that…
SherryHi there, We are happy to tell you that after developing for 4 years, LUNA The Shadow Dust, a fully hand-animated Point&Click puzzle adventure is now OUT! And in the first week, please enjoy your 10% off discount! And hope you will like it!…
SherryFlaskyHi there, Sorry that it has been a while since the last post. Thanks so much for your patience. As you may have known, there is a new coronavirus issue in mainland China. Fortunately, all of our team members are healthy and safe. However…
SherryFlasky{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/11ce243f029b512e89beb4606e440d73219fef8d.jpg Hi there, Happy Lunar New Year! Lunar New Year Sale! We are happy to tell you that there is a 29% off discount for Chinese Parents during the Lunar New Year Sale! The…
SherryFlaskyHi there, The problem that Lady Wooer Achievement won't unlock has been fixed. If you want to reach us, please contact us via [email protected]
Patch notesHi there, {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/9e26ecaabe639a8f427c2fd24aeab2b167ceb7e9.png We are happy to tell you that another game published by Coconut Island Games named Christmas Tina has been released! And from 2nd Jan to 8th Jan, there is a…
SherryFlaskyHi there, In this build, we have adjusted the requirement of some achievement and made some other changes. Below are the details of today's update: Change the requirement of the Lady Wooer achievement again Now Rachel, Yeena, Fanny and…
Patch notesHi there, We are happy to tell you that the new characters are now available! And it is Winter Sales now! From 19th Dec 10am to 2nd Jan 10 am, a 33% off discount is available for Chinese Parents, woohoo! Let's see what's new in this…
SherryFlaskyHi there, We are happy to tell you that the update is coming! And I can't wait to share with you some of the plots! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/e7b93eb58d5dbbb380f6d6e0006a23df34b0a79c.jpg…
SherryFlaskyHi there, We are happy to tell you that 2 more characters will be available in the upcoming update on 19th Dec. Let me introduce you Snow and Danny! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/0cfee4675f70fd6bd2812fe2ec59e7c0808df3b4.jpg Danny Mu As a…
SherryFlasky{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/e8da84928af7cde42e377488f4fa87fd289c3c82.png Hi there, below is the bug we fix in this build. Fix the problem that you may be a Human resouce manager even you choose idol agent as your dream career. If you have…
Patch notes{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/e8da84928af7cde42e377488f4fa87fd289c3c82.png Hi there, I'd like to tell you that the idol agent career is now available! Meanwhile, the Autumn Sale is available as well! From 26th November 10 am to 3rd December…
SherryFlaskyHi there, We are happy to tell you more info about the new career, but before that, I would like to tell you about another news! The Steam Autumn Sale is coming! From 26th November 10 am to 3rd November 10 am (PST), there will be a 33% off…
SherryFlaskyHi there, We are happy to announce the Single Day's sale and the new career preview here! Single Day's Sale We'd like to tell you that from 10th November, 8 am to 12th November, 8 am, Chinese Parents is 30%! Hope you will enjoy it~ Else…
SherryFlasky{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/777b2281263ee428f6158465cfccbc4156491ebd.jpg Hi there, Happy Halloween! We'd like to tell you that from 28th October, 11am to 1st October, 10am, Chinese Parents is 30%! Hope you will enjoy it~ Else than that…
SherryFlaskyHi there, We are happy to tell you that the Gujian 3 crossover content is available now! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/7ad61f6d8ab0811ce169010914ce6b746ecea768.jpg During the crossover period, the shopkeeper puts different items from Gujian 3…
SherryFlasky{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/70e802eb4f082191176712a3f19cb1f5bb48f180.jpg Hi there, This is Zhenhao. I am the designer of Chinese Parents. Today is the first Anniversary of our game, though we’ve just included the English localization in…
SherryFlasky{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/70e802eb4f082191176712a3f19cb1f5bb48f180.jpg Hi there, Today is the 1st Anniversary of Chinese Parents. To celebrate this special day, we would like to tell you that Chinese Parents is also 36% off from 8pm, 28th…
SherryFlaskyHi there, This time, we are going to introduce a new special system in the coming update, the Treasure Hunt System! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31949711/6f6baaaeaae9f9bcad077a44177aec3f064343c7.jpg In the new build, you will find that the dad…
SherryFlaskyHi there, It has been a while since the last update, the reason is that we are preparing the special update for the 1st anniversity of Chinese Parents! And if everything goes well, else than the regular update on 28th September, we will…
Patch notesHi, we have fixed some bugs, below is the detailed update log Fix the missing avatar problem in the Face Duel Fix the problem that some tarits in the gallery cannot be gained If you find any problem and want to reach us, please send us…
Sherryhttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/31949711/4078664c1f962eb5a76dcd7306ca8eade73fae92.jpg Hi there, I am glad to tell you that he Otaku theme update is now available! Update log A new transfer student is…
SherryHi there, We are happy to tell you that the next update is right on the way! At 8pm. on 24th July (PST), the new otaku update will be available, let's take a look at your new classmate and friends first!…
SherryHi there, below is the update log. Fix the game freeze problem 2 transfer students decide to go to school earlier If you have any feedback on the translation, gameplay and so on, please contact us via [email protected] titled…
SherryHi there, below is the update log. Fix the bug that some traits cannot be gained Fix some other bugs Improve the English translation If you have any feedback on the translation, gameplay and so on, please contact us via…
SherryHi there, We just fix some more bugs and improve the English translation a little bit, below is the update log. Now the language setting follows Steam client language by default Game won't freeze after plan file director related courses…
SherryHi there, After the release of English edition, we have received many feedback and bug reports, and we fix them as soon as possible. Below is the log of today's update: Fix the problem that the default language is not English under some…
Sherryhttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/31949711/81c7db7d498aa9448823764c5bdfc3c5d5f8292d.jpg Hi there, It is our honor to tell you that Chinese Parents now support English - with a 33% discount! Hope you enjoy…
Sherryhttps://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/31949711/c7d731c447cda6d583dba890f85fbec25ae1b3b6.jpg Hi there, I am happy to announce the release date of the English edition of Chinese Parents! The date is... 20th June!…
SherryGood day, Since our last report, we have received enormous emails from volunteering to participate in localization. We really appreciate your enthusiasm! We are happy to let you know that we have allocated enough testers for English QA. If…
SherryHi there, We are happy to tell you that the English and Japanese localization is working in progress, and over 90% of the texts have been translated! Wohoo~! Though it takes us some time to review the translation since there are over 170…
SherryIt runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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