Free Economy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,561 Economy 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 Economy game rankings were last updated on 4/10/2025.
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1. Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker holds the #1 spot for "best free Economy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 65. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 155 positive reviews and 69 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
| Developer | Team Waifu |
| Publisher | Team Waifu |
| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
2. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,480 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,448 positive reviews and 5,032 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | Wemade Next |
| Publisher | Wemade |
| Steam App Id | 1623660 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,688 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,530 positive reviews and 17,158 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,232 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,077 positive reviews and 3,155 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
5. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,772 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,138 positive reviews and 3,634 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
6. 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 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,348 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,376 positive reviews and 3,972 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. EVE Online
EVE Online is a free-to-play community driven space MMO where players can choose their own path from countless different options. Experience space exploration, immense PvP and PvE battles, mining, industry and a thriving player economy in an ever-expanding sandbox.
EVE Online has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,536 positive reviews and 9,463 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play EVE Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Milky Way Idle
Milky Way Idle: A multiplayer idle RPG where automation replaces grinding. Level up skills, gather resources, craft powerful items, and battle monsters—all while AFK. Trade in the marketplace, join a guild, team up for party combat, and socialize in chat as you progress effortlessly.
Milky Way Idle has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 424 positive reviews and 70 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,551 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,800 positive reviews and 15,751 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 |
10. Uncharted Waters Origin
Commemorating 30 years of the Uncharted Waters seriesSail through the vast oceans, massive worlds and contentsOpen world exploration RPG Uncharted Waters Origin
Uncharted Waters Origin has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,670 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 759 positive reviews and 911 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 3/5/2023 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | LINE Games Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 1574360 |
More Free Economy Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Economy games available on Steam.
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| 26,478 | 12/3/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,111 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,828 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,525 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,291 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,729 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,656 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,464 | 3/6/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,224 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 788 | 3/5/2023 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 610 | 6/13/2019 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 326 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 233 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 233 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 218 | 10/3/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 207 | 2/25/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 201 | 8/20/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 186 | 11/30/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 167 | 2/2/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 152 | 10/16/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 7). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Milky Way Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.