Free Management Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,225 Management 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 Management game rankings were last updated on 5/18/2024.
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1. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
The RPG where all your characters grind for you! Choose classes as they level up, and spend their loot to gain more power... but don't let the simple graphics fool you, IdleOn gets more complex as you progress!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG holds the #1 spot for "best free Management game on Steam" with a Player Score of 77. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,945 positive reviews and 3,587 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 |
2. Fallout Shelter
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,504 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,886 positive reviews and 7,618 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/29/2017 |
| Developer | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 588430 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,209 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,893 positive reviews and 3,316 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 |
4. Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a Dungeons & Dragons strategy management game uniting characters from throughout the D&D multiverse into a grand adventure.
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,657 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,629 positive reviews and 3,028 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/25/2020 |
| Developer | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Publisher | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 627690 |
5. Clicker Heroes
Ever wondered what one quadrillion damage per second feels like? Wonder no more! Embark on your quest to attain it today!
Clicker Heroes has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,279 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,099 positive reviews and 6,180 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Clicker Heroes on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/14/2015 |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 363970 |
6. AdVenture Capitalist
Welcome, eager young investor, to AdVenture Capitalist! Arguably the world's greatest Capitalism simulator!
AdVenture Capitalist has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 57,288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,441 positive reviews and 6,847 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 not possible to play or run AdVenture Capitalist on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/30/2015 |
| Developer | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Publisher | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Steam App Id | 346900 |
7. Idling to Rule the Gods
Idling to Rule the Gods is a free to play Idle-Game with a lot of content and some Minigames. Depending on your play-style, you can play it fast or slow. Either way it can be fun for hundreds of hours!
Idling to Rule the Gods has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,452 positive reviews and 225 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 Idling to Rule the Gods on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/27/2016 |
| Developer | Shugasu GmbH |
| Publisher | Shugasu GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 466170 |
8. 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 45, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690 positive reviews and 873 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 |
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| Publisher | LINE Games Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 1574360 |
9. Mr.Mine
Explore the depths of the earth and uncover hidden treasures in this addictive idle mining game. Unlock the power of your drill with hundreds of upgrades, discover mysterious relics, and unearth priceless gems. Can you master the mines and reveal their deepest secrets? Dive in and dig deep!
Mr.Mine has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,046 positive reviews and 1,183 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 Mr.Mine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/1/2020 |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 1397920 |
10. Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer
"Business Tour" is a free to play multiplayer tabletop game. Build your monopoly with friends. Complete daily tasks, compete against the other players and receive trade items rewards!
Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,444 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,175 positive reviews and 28,269 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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 | 7,202 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,338 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,318 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,218 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,952 | 5/14/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,355 | 3/30/2015 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,077 | 5/27/2016 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 887 | 3/6/2023 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 850 | 10/1/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 648 | 7/27/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 622 | 5/2/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 547 | 1/26/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 414 | 5/15/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 403 | 11/1/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 387 | 4/1/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 364 | 9/15/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 323 | 2/16/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 304 | 10/8/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 288 | 12/1/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 286 | 8/15/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 11). Fallout Shelter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Clicker Heroes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). AdVenture Capitalist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Idling to Rule the Gods on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 13). Mr.Mine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer on Steam. Steam Store.