Free Flight Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,618 Flight 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 Flight game rankings were last updated on 5/1/2026.
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1. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder holds the #1 spot for "best free Flight game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 742,029 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 538,463 positive reviews and 203,566 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 236390 |
2. EVE Online
Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
EVE Online has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,596 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,369 positive reviews and 10,227 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).
3. DCS World Steam Edition
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
DCS World Steam Edition has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,120 positive reviews and 6,014 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 DCS World Steam Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/2/2013 |
| Developer | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Publisher | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Steam App Id | 223750 |
4. Airline Manager
Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.
Airline Manager has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,119 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,217 positive reviews and 902 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Airline Manager on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/23/2021 |
| Developer | Trophy Games |
| Publisher | Trophy Games |
| Steam App Id | 1641650 |
5. AX:EL - Air XenoDawn
Combining the very best of sci-fi and aerial dogfighting gameplay, AX:EL delivers a totally new gaming experience. Create your very own shape-shifting vehicle and dominate both the sky and the ocean.
AX:EL - Air XenoDawn has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,315 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 999 positive reviews and 316 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
| Release Date | 12/4/2015 |
| Developer | Alex Piola |
| Publisher | KISS ltd |
| Steam App Id | 319830 |
6. FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator
FPV SkyDive is a free-to-play realistic drone racing and freestyle simulator. Feel the adrenaline of high speed first-person view drone racing in single-player or multi-player scenarios. The future is now, become an FPV pilot today!
FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,759 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,299 positive reviews and 460 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 FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/31/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1278060 |
7. Bouncemasters
Launch a penguin across the globe! Whack, bounce, and soar through crazy obstacles in this fun physics-based arcade game, inspired by the legendary YetiSports! Escape the North Pole and find love - or just keep failing hilariously.
Bouncemasters has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,349 positive reviews and 97 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
| Release Date | 9/29/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 3697340 |
8. World of Warplanes
World of Warplanes is an aerial combat MMO action game set in the Golden Age of military aviation. The game throws players into a never-ending battle for dominance of the skies.
World of Warplanes has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,880 positive reviews and 1,640 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 World of Warplanes on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/10/2022 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 790710 |
9. Star Conflict
Star Conflict is an action-packed, massively multiplayer space simulation game that puts players in the role of elite pilots engaging in a widespread interplanetary skirmish. The whole world for PVP and PVE!
Star Conflict has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,128 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,992 positive reviews and 4,136 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 Star Conflict on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/27/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Star Gem Inc. |
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| Steam App Id | 212070 |
10. DarkOrbit Reloaded
Dark Orbit is a free-2-play space MMO where three companies battle for galactic domination. Customize ships, trade resources, fight aliens and uncover a grand conspiracy on your epic cosmic journey. Thrilling PvP and PvE missions await! Will you lead your faction beyond the final frontier?
DarkOrbit Reloaded has achieved a Player Score of 33, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Flight games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 382 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112 positive reviews and 270 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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.
| Release Date | 12/3/2025 |
| Developer | Bigpoint GmbH |
| Publisher | Bigpoint GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 4054110 |
More Free Flight Games
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| 54,557 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,258 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 959 | 8/2/2013 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 416 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 254 | 12/4/2015 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 220 | 5/31/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 143 | 9/29/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 116 | 2/10/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 77 | 2/27/2013 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 76 | 12/3/2025 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 65 | 5/12/2017 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 61 | 2/1/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 54 | 12/2/2021 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 5/4/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 8/9/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 7/7/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 4/6/2019 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 8/2/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 2/12/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 6/11/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). DCS World Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). AX:EL - Air XenoDawn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). FPV SkyDive : FPV Drone Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). Bouncemasters on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). World of Warplanes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Star Conflict on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). DarkOrbit Reloaded on Steam. Steam Store.