Free Resource Management Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,436 Resource 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 Resource Management game rankings were last updated on 6/24/2025.
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1. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG holds the #1 spot for "best free Resource Management game on Steam" with a Player Score of 78. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,215 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,667 positive reviews and 4,548 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. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,504 positive reviews and 777 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/1/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
3. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,013 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,795 positive reviews and 218 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
4. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 761 positive reviews and 376 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2024 |
| Developer | Multicast |
| Publisher | MulticastGames |
| Steam App Id | 3037410 |
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 Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,586 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,024 positive reviews and 3,562 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 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. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,692 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,272 positive reviews and 7,420 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 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Age of Empires Franchise |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,014 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,311 positive reviews and 3,703 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 |
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 42, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,583 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 655 positive reviews and 928 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Milky Way Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Farmer Against Potatoes Idle has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,241 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,896 positive reviews and 345 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 9/5/2024 |
| Developer | Oni Gaming |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 1535560 |
10. Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense
Endless idle tower defense game full of deep strategy and combat mechanics. Unlock and upgrade dozens of epic fantasy heroes to defeat an infinite swarm of enemy monsters. Strategize hero positions, synergies, and skills for an effective defense, then sit back and let the auto-battler do its thing!
Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Resource Management games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 575 positive reviews and 123 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 possible to play Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/3/2024 |
| Developer | Swell Games LLC |
| Publisher | Swell Games LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2897580 |
More Free Resource Management Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Resource Management games available on Steam.
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| 12,101 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,218 | 5/1/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,289 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,095 | 11/15/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,656 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,217 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,896 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,698 | 3/6/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,577 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 985 | 5/3/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 908 | 12/17/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 894 | 10/19/2016 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 861 | 7/18/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 688 | 10/1/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 629 | 5/2/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 584 | 12/7/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 517 | 2/19/2016 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 513 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 506 | 5/24/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 414 | 6/15/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 24). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 24). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 23). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 29). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 29). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 24). Milky Way Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.