Free Sailing Games on Steam
Steam currently has 459 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 3/3/2026.
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1. World of Sea Battle
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
World of Sea Battle holds the #1 spot for "best free Sailing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,409 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,177 positive reviews and 1,232 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 Sea Battle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2025 |
| Developer | Thera Interactive |
| Publisher | Thera Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2948190 |
2. 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 46, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 794 positive reviews and 932 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 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
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| Publisher | LINE Games Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 1574360 |
3. 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 68, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 175 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 127 positive reviews and 48 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 Gunship Battle Total Warfare on the Steam Deck.
4. Pirate Ships
Pirate Ships is a PvP game about shipbuilding and naval battles. Embark on an epic journey together with other players and fight monsters, pirates and thieves to become the greatest pirate in all of the Caribbean!
Pirate Ships has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 221 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 149 positive reviews and 72 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 3/3/2026 |
| Franchise | HeroCraft PC |
| Developer | HeroCraft Ltd. |
| Publisher | HeroCraft PC |
| Steam App Id | 4011110 |
5. 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 63, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,344 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,302 positive reviews and 3,042 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 421 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 292 positive reviews and 129 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 |
7. Hero Road Online
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。
Hero Road Online has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98 positive reviews and 63 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 Hero Road Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/14/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
8. 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 66, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92 positive reviews and 39 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. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2082540 |
9. The Fishing Club 3D: Co-op Sport Angling
Go fishing and relax. Craft baits, catch legendary fish and complete your catch album - or take part in epic fishing competitions against other anglers or fishing clubs. Create or join a fishing club and chat with fellow anglers in the in-game chat. Play now for free! Tight lines!
The Fishing Club 3D: Co-op Sport Angling has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 617 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 472 positive reviews and 145 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 | 3/23/2017 |
| Developer | Robot Riot UG (haftungsbeschränkt) |
| Publisher | Robot Riot UG (haftungsbeschränkt) |
| Steam App Id | 522230 |
10. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG.
Pirate101 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sailing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 428 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 350 positive reviews and 78 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 Pirate101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 620620 |
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| 2,365 | 10/21/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 587 | 3/6/2023 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 65 | 1/15/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 60 | 3/3/2026 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 12/5/2019 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 12/19/2018 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40 | 10/14/2021 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36 | 9/28/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36 | 3/23/2017 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 9/20/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 12/20/2023 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 8/24/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/29/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 8/10/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/20/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/22/2018 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/16/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/21/2022 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). World of Sea Battle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). Gunship Battle Total Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). Pirate Ships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). Ylands on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 24). Uncharted Waters Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). Hero Road Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). The Fishing Club 3D: Co-op Sport Angling on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). Pirate101 on Steam. Steam Store.