Free Building Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,642 Building 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 Building game rankings were last updated on 1/26/2026.
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1. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 holds the #1 spot for "best free Building game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,604 positive reviews and 24,368 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
2. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 350,725 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 340,677 positive reviews and 10,048 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,225 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,092 positive reviews and 3,133 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
4. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,716 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,388 positive reviews and 5,328 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
5. Supermarket Together
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Supermarket Together has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,429 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,884 positive reviews and 4,545 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 Supermarket Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/9/2024 |
| Developer | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Publisher | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Steam App Id | 2709570 |
6. Fallout Shelter
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,461 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,189 positive reviews and 9,272 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/29/2017 |
| Developer | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 588430 |
7. Infinity Nikki
Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,127 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,876 positive reviews and 4,251 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinity Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
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 79, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 974 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 812 positive reviews and 162 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. Hero's Land
HERO'S LAND is an MMO PVPVE game where survival isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. Monsters and enemies are out to get you, making every encounter a potential ambush. Fight for glory, and welcome to a world where strategy and courage are your greatest assets.
Hero's Land has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,656 positive reviews and 20,496 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hero's Land on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Muck
Muck is a survival-roguelike. Collect resources, find items & build a base to survive for as long as you can.
Muck has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180,498 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 168,648 positive reviews and 11,850 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 Muck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Building Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Building games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 31,085 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,149 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,555 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,076 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,597 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,309 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,619 | 4/28/2025 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,440 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,236 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,050 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 949 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 784 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 670 | 7/9/2015 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 622 | 5/2/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 588 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 581 | 10/1/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 532 | 12/5/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 469 | 6/15/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 427 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 426 | 6/14/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Fallout Shelter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.