This study conducted a bibliometric analysis to review the current research status and trends of liver metastasis in gastric cancer (GC) worldwide. The analysis was based on 1003 articles published between 2000 and 2022, using Web of Science Core Collection as the database. CiteSpace and VOSviewer were employed to analyze authors, institutions, countries, journals, and references. Japan and China were the leading contributors, with Nagoya University being the top institution. Yasuhiro Kodera from Japan made significant contributions. The journal *Gastric Cancer* was identified as the most influential in this field. Cluster analysis revealed four major research clusters: molecular mechanisms of GC liver metastasis, prognosis, liver resection, and chemotherapy. The study highlights the increasing attention on molecular mechanisms and surgical treatments, with chemotherapy also gaining importance. The research trends indicate that future studies will focus on expanding surgical indications, standardizing clinical management, and advancing translational therapy. The study concludes that the field of GC liver metastasis will continue to be a focal point of research, with significant advancements expected in the near future.This study conducted a bibliometric analysis to review the current research status and trends of liver metastasis in gastric cancer (GC) worldwide. The analysis was based on 1003 articles published between 2000 and 2022, using Web of Science Core Collection as the database. CiteSpace and VOSviewer were employed to analyze authors, institutions, countries, journals, and references. Japan and China were the leading contributors, with Nagoya University being the top institution. Yasuhiro Kodera from Japan made significant contributions. The journal *Gastric Cancer* was identified as the most influential in this field. Cluster analysis revealed four major research clusters: molecular mechanisms of GC liver metastasis, prognosis, liver resection, and chemotherapy. The study highlights the increasing attention on molecular mechanisms and surgical treatments, with chemotherapy also gaining importance. The research trends indicate that future studies will focus on expanding surgical indications, standardizing clinical management, and advancing translational therapy. The study concludes that the field of GC liver metastasis will continue to be a focal point of research, with significant advancements expected in the near future.