Free Racing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,041 Racing 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 Racing game rankings were last updated on 5/19/2024.
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1. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game holds the #1 spot for "best free Racing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,458 positive reviews and 12,192 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,132 positive reviews and 978 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 |
3. Crossout
Crossout - the post-apocalyptic MMO Action game! Craft your unique battle machines from dozens of interchangeable parts and destroy your enemies in explosive PvP online battles!
Crossout has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,790 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,217 positive reviews and 14,573 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 |
| Developer | Targem Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 386180 |
4. Stumble Guys
Race through obstacle courses against up to 32 players online. Run, jump and dash to the finish line until the best player takes the crown!
Stumble Guys has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 112,969 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,619 positive reviews and 16,350 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 Stumble Guys on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Transformice
Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats!
Transformice has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,657 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,459 positive reviews and 3,198 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 Transformice on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/30/2015 |
| Franchise | Atelier 801 |
| Developer | Atelier 801 |
| Publisher | Atelier 801 |
| Steam App Id | 335240 |
6. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now.
Trackmania has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,049 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,504 positive reviews and 2,545 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 Trackmania on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. APB Reloaded
The world’s first and premier Action MMO Third Person Shooter allows you to choose between two sides of the law. Play as Enforcer or Criminal, customize your gear for the task at hand and hit the streets and play how you want in a city filled with more action this side of a Hollywood blockbuster.
APB Reloaded has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,357 positive reviews and 13,434 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 APB Reloaded on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/7/2011 |
| Developer | Reloaded Productions |
| Publisher | Little Orbit |
| Steam App Id | 113400 |
8. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
DDNet has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,259 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,170 positive reviews and 1,089 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 DDNet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2020 |
| Developer | DDNet Team |
| Publisher | DDNet Team |
| Steam App Id | 412220 |
9. Asphalt 9: Legends
Race in spectacular real-life locations with prestigious cars (Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, etc.) to collect, upgrade, and customize. Experience action-packed gameplay that rewards skillful play and risk taking in single or multiplayer. Game updates are coming up with new cars, locations and features.
Asphalt 9: Legends has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,950 positive reviews and 1,512 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.
10. Disney Speedstorm
Welcome to Disney Speedstorm! Drift into the ultimate hero-based combat racing game, set on high-speed circuits inspired by Disney and Pixar worlds. Master each character’s unique skills and claim victory in this thrilling arcade racing experience from the creators of the Asphalt series!
Disney Speedstorm has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Racing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,857 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,975 positive reviews and 1,882 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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 60,798 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,336 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,442 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,067 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,074 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 783 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 652 | 12/7/2011 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 579 | 8/17/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 514 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 345 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 2/23/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 276 | 2/12/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 264 | 4/21/2021 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 230 | 6/13/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 4/16/2008 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 174 | 12/26/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 155 | 11/6/2019 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 136 | 1/10/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 102 | 10/26/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 1/6/2018 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Stumble Guys on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). APB Reloaded on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 20). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Asphalt 9: Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Disney Speedstorm on Steam. Steam Store.