Free Building Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,213 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 5/7/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135,400 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,613 positive reviews and 16,787 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 4 EA |
| 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 246,398 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 239,154 positive reviews and 7,244 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. 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 57, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,591 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,884 positive reviews and 15,707 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 57,058 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,169 positive reviews and 1,889 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 |
5. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,595 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,884 positive reviews and 1,711 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 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 |
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 66,761 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,247 positive reviews and 7,514 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. Crossout
Crossout - the post-apocalyptic MMO Action game! Craft your unique battle machines from dozens of interchangeable parts and destroy your enemies in explosive PvP online battles!
Crossout has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,643 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,129 positive reviews and 14,514 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 |
| Developer | Targem Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 386180 |
8. Trove
Grab your friends, hone your blades, and set off for adventure in Trove, the ultimate action MMO! Battle the forces of Shadow in realms filled with dungeons and items created by your fellow players. Whether hunting treasure or building realms of your own, it’s never been this good to be square!
Trove 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 91,597 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,629 positive reviews and 17,968 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 Trove on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/9/2015 |
| Franchise | gamigo group |
| Developer | Gamigo US Inc. |
| Publisher | Gamigo US Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 304050 |
9. 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 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 163,272 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 153,403 positive reviews and 9,869 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).
10. Mr.Mine
Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!
Mr.Mine has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Building games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,983 positive reviews and 1,169 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 Mr.Mine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/1/2020 |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 1397920 |
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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 | 30,198 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,983 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,462 | 5/17/2023 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,958 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,366 | 3/25/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,775 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,908 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 969 | 7/9/2015 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 923 | 6/5/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 908 | 10/1/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 761 | 5/2/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 743 | 1/26/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 740 | 6/14/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 729 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 712 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 659 | 6/15/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 547 | 1/12/2018 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 511 | 4/1/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 448 | 2/1/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 407 | 2/16/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 6). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 9). Fallout Shelter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 27). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Trove on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 13). Mr.Mine on Steam. Steam Store.