Free Crafting Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,067 Crafting 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 Crafting game rankings were last updated on 8/21/2025.
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1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana holds the #1 spot for "best free Crafting game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,789 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,488 positive reviews and 16,301 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
2. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,175,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,060,421 positive reviews and 114,943 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 240,409 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 187,213 positive reviews and 53,196 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
4. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,412 positive reviews and 1,952 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
5. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 556,807 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 507,551 positive reviews and 49,256 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
6. 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 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,642 positive reviews and 4,686 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 |
7. Albion Online
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Albion Online has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,154 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,101 positive reviews and 18,053 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Albion Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/16/2018 |
| Developer | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Publisher | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 761890 |
8. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,002 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,335 positive reviews and 4,667 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
9. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75,968 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,716 positive reviews and 34,252 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,200 positive reviews and 2,855 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 |
More Free Crafting Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Crafting games available on Steam.
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| 100,308 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,065 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,539 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,572 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,678 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,277 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,569 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,336 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,035 | 11/11/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,293 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,262 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,624 | 7/20/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,137 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,013 | 12/3/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,290 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,290 | 3/6/2025 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,267 | 4/28/2025 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,085 | 12/7/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,011 | 9/30/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 967 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 19). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 11). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.