Free Sailing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 369 Sailing 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 Sailing game rankings were last updated on 4/26/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Sailing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 46. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 759 positive reviews and 912 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 | 3/5/2023 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
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| Publisher | LINE Games Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 1574360 |
2. Naval Action
Or were you deaf or were you blind when you left your two fine legs behind, Or was it sailing on the sea when you got the cannonball to your knee, I too was young and I was slim and I had a leg for every limb, But now I’ve got no legs at all, they were both shot away by a cannonball.
Naval Action has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,330 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,353 positive reviews and 5,977 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 Naval Action on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/13/2019 |
| Franchise | Game Labs, Inc |
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| Steam App Id | 311310 |
3. Conquest of Empires 2
We insist on fair competition, and focus on testing players' strategic intelligence and teamwork. We are committed to creating a user-friendly game, so that every player can easily enter the game, enjoy the glory of the ancient civilization, and feel the endless fun of conquest.
Conquest of Empires 2 has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85 positive reviews and 54 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 12/20/2023 |
| Franchise | Snail Games USA |
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| Steam App Id | 2542860 |
4. Ylands
Adventure awaits you and your friends in the world of Ylands! Gather resources, craft tools, construct anything and everything, and explore the lands! Build a ship and set sail, encountering mythical animals, a wide variety of sea-life, enemies of all kinds and much more!
Ylands has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,002 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,051 positive reviews and 2,951 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ylands on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/5/2019 |
| Franchise | Bohemia Interactive |
| Developer | Bohemia Interactive |
| Publisher | Bohemia Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 298610 |
5. Gunship Battle Total Warfare
In a post-apocalyptic world submerged by the sea, the wake of the enemy is apparent at every turn. From turning the tides of naval warfare to dominating the skies in break-neck aerial combat, every decision you make will change the outcome of the battle.
Gunship Battle Total Warfare has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 112 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 21 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Gunship Battle Total Warfare on the Steam Deck.
6. 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony
"Navigation Domination" is an RPG game with the 15th century era of great voyage as the background. Based on the 14th to 19th centuries, especially the world after the great geographical discovery and the opening of new routes, maps, ports, cities and specialties for trade are constructed.
航海霸業 Maritime hegemony has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90 positive reviews and 34 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 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/28/2022 |
| Developer | Chongqing Aoxia Technology Co., Ltd. |
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| Steam App Id | 2082540 |
7. 英雄道國際服
英雄道國際服於2003年研發，提供港澳台地區華人玩家懷舊體驗，非喜誤入。
英雄道國際服 has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92 positive reviews and 52 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 10/14/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
8. The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!
The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,645 positive reviews and 781 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 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/24/2016 |
| Developer | Home Net Games |
| Publisher | Home Net Games |
| Steam App Id | 512470 |
9. Uncharted Waters Online
Discover yourself in the “Age of Discovery” where you’ll sail out into the uncharted waters! Discover real historical artifacts and mystical legends! Start a company and make enormous fortunes! Fight in fierce sea battles! Whatever your play style, you can play who you want and how you want in UWO!
Uncharted Waters Online has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 276 positive reviews and 123 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 12/19/2018 |
| Developer | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publisher | Papaya Play |
| Steam App Id | 890400 |
10. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel.
Blackwake has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,873 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,900 positive reviews and 4,973 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 Blackwake on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Developer | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Publisher | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 420290 |
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| 845 | 3/5/2023 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 718 | 6/13/2019 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 68 | 12/20/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 52 | 12/5/2019 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 1/15/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 9/28/2022 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 10/14/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 8/24/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 12/19/2018 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 4/9/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/22/2018 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/20/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/11/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 4/1/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/11/2023 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/13/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 12/1/2020 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/23/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 2). Naval Action on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Conquest of Empires 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 17). Ylands on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Gunship Battle Total Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 18). 英雄道國際服 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Uncharted Waters Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Blackwake on Steam. Steam Store.