Free Economy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,480 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 3/18/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Economy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 64. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,433 positive reviews and 5,033 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 |
2. Waifu
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 209 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 149 positive reviews and 60 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 not possible to play or run Waifu on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
| Developer | Team Waifu |
| Publisher | Team Waifu |
| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
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 81,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,018 positive reviews and 17,009 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,077 positive reviews and 3,601 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,685 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,697 positive reviews and 2,988 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 |
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 25,523 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,677 positive reviews and 3,846 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 35,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,436 positive reviews and 9,403 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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 273 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 252 positive reviews and 21 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 63,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,590 positive reviews and 15,668 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 1,656 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 752 positive reviews and 904 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 | 3/6/2023 |
| 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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| 14,948 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,814 | 12/3/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,249 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,145 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,972 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,531 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,462 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,172 | 3/6/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 887 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 879 | 3/6/2023 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 306 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 304 | 3/11/2025 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 222 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 207 | 6/13/2019 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 198 | 2/25/2025 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 192 | 8/6/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 179 | 2/2/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 158 | 10/3/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 153 | 10/16/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 147 | 8/20/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Waifu on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Milky Way Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.