Free Building Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,572 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 1/1/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Building game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 336,769 positive reviews and 9,952 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).
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 185,458 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161,335 positive reviews and 24,123 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 |
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 81,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,196 positive reviews and 3,085 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 37,912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,684 positive reviews and 5,228 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,958 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,471 positive reviews and 20,487 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,748 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,333 positive reviews and 4,415 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,600 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,489 positive reviews and 9,111 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 |
8. 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 52, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,931 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,701 positive reviews and 4,230 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 951 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 794 positive reviews and 157 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 |
10. Crossout
Crossout - the postapocalyptic MMO action game where you can create a unique design for an armoured vehicle from dozens of parts and then drive it into multiplayer battles raging on land and in the skies alike.
Crossout has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 66,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,355 positive reviews and 16,604 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Crossout on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2017 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Targem Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 386180 |
More Free Building Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Building games available on Steam.
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| 38,027 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,242 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,541 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,919 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,286 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,148 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,591 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,517 | 4/28/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,441 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 984 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 797 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 759 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 585 | 12/5/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 582 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 577 | 7/9/2015 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 575 | 10/1/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 534 | 5/2/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 463 | 4/13/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 439 | 6/15/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 439 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 31). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 1). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 27). Fallout Shelter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.