Free Crafting Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,756 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 2/12/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Crafting game on Steam" with a Player Score of 90. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,215,710 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,103,317 positive reviews and 112,393 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).
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,130 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,900 positive reviews and 17,230 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 |
3. THE FINALS
THE FINALS is the world’s first Dynamism Shooter, a free-to-play, fast-paced, physics-driven, first-person shooter set on the stage of the biggest Gameshow of the future! Fight for Fans and fortune in fully-destructible, virtual Arenas that guarantee no two rounds will ever play the same!
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 260,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 203,975 positive reviews and 56,426 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 47,682 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,407 positive reviews and 2,275 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. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,404 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,946 positive reviews and 5,458 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,734 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,736 positive reviews and 49,998 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 83,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,978 positive reviews and 3,185 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,307 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,911 positive reviews and 5,396 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,319 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,225 positive reviews and 19,094 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 |
10. Guild Wars 2®
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2® has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Crafting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,489 positive reviews and 3,005 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 Guild Wars 2® on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Crafting games available on Steam.
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| 47,159 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,385 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,128 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,314 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,410 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,000 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,600 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,702 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,296 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,547 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,006 | 11/11/2021 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,440 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,492 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,297 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,144 | 10/21/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,340 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,080 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 979 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 846 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 845 | 3/6/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 12). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 17). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 17). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 15). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 17). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Guild Wars 2® on Steam. Steam Store.