Free Automation Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,171 Automation games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Automation game rankings were last updated on 3/13/2025.
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1. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle holds the #1 spot for "best free Automation game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,807 positive reviews and 498 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
2. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,605 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,423 positive reviews and 182 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
3. Incremental Epic Hero 2
A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!
Incremental Epic Hero 2 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,360 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 973 positive reviews and 387 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Incremental Epic Hero 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/2/2025 |
| Developer | Hapiwaku |
| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1690710 |
4. AdVenture Capitalist
Welcome, eager young investor, to AdVenture Capitalist! Arguably the world's greatest Capitalism simulator!
AdVenture Capitalist has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 58,824 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,690 positive reviews and 7,134 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play AdVenture Capitalist on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/30/2015 |
| Developer | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Publisher | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Steam App Id | 346900 |
5. Antimatter Dimensions
Earn antimatter through dimensions! Gain Infinite antimatter to collapse the universe!
Antimatter Dimensions has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,510 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,239 positive reviews and 271 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Antimatter Dimensions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/17/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1399720 |
6. Trimps
A text-based incremental idle game with a ridiculous amount of unique content. Automate old stuff as you unlock new stuff to keep things interesting for hours and hours, no spam clicking necessary! Trimps is everything you love about your favorite games, distilled to their purest form.
Trimps has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,146 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Trimps on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/2/2022 |
| Developer | Greensatellite |
| Publisher | Greensatellite |
| Steam App Id | 1877960 |
7. Dota Underlords
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,859 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,735 positive reviews and 16,124 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
8. Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense
Endless idle tower defense game full of deep strategy and combat mechanics. Unlock and upgrade dozens of epic fantasy heroes to defeat an infinite swarm of enemy monsters. Strategize hero positions, synergies, and skills for an effective defense, then sit back and let the auto-battler do its thing!
Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 476 positive reviews and 101 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/3/2024 |
| Developer | Swell Games LLC |
| Publisher | Swell Games LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2897580 |
9. Skill Legends Royale
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion.
Skill Legends Royale has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,746 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,371 positive reviews and 375 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
10. Idle Clans
Idle Clans is a multiplayer idle game that combines the classic MMORPG experience with simplified gameplay and less time commitment. Features include a player-driven economy, PvE, trading, quests, crafting and opportunities to play, socialize and collaborate with other players.
Idle Clans has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Automation games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 798 positive reviews and 299 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idle Clans on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/7/2023 |
| Developer | Isam Games |
| Publisher | Isam Games |
| Steam App Id | 2103530 |
More Free Automation Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Automation games available on Steam.
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| 5,015 | 10/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,128 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,376 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,288 | 3/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 995 | 12/17/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 825 | 5/2/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 820 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 627 | 5/3/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 580 | 11/4/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 573 | 4/7/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 531 | 2/26/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 429 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 314 | 2/23/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 240 | 4/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 212 | 8/20/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 208 | 2/16/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 198 | 10/3/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 165 | 9/23/2024 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 163 | 1/30/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 157 | 9/22/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Incremental Epic Hero 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). AdVenture Capitalist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Antimatter Dimensions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 23). Trimps on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Idle Clans on Steam. Steam Store.