Free Sandbox Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,141 Sandbox 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 Sandbox game rankings were last updated on 11/17/2024.
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1. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat holds the #1 spot for "best free Sandbox game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 227,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 171,295 positive reviews and 56,607 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
2. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 278,694 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 270,511 positive reviews and 8,183 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 153,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 134,271 positive reviews and 19,373 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims 4 |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
4. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 547,718 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 501,000 positive reviews and 46,718 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
5. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,184 positive reviews and 2,262 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
6. Albion Online
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Albion Online has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,559 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,314 positive reviews and 16,245 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Albion Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/16/2018 |
| Developer | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Publisher | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 761890 |
7. 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 92, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,124 positive reviews and 1,873 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 |
8. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
The RPG where your characters keep leveling up when you're gone! Create unique class combos, and spend loot on powerful upgrades, all while cooking, mining, fishing, breeding, farming, and slaying bosses!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,336 positive reviews and 3,958 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 |
9. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,970 positive reviews and 9,901 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publisher | Poros Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
10. EVE Online
EVE Online is a free-to-play community driven space MMO where players can choose their own path from countless different options. Experience space exploration, immense PvP and PvE battles, mining, industry and a thriving player economy in an ever-expanding sandbox.
EVE Online has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,995 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,858 positive reviews and 9,137 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play EVE Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Sandbox Games
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 38,359 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,930 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,598 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,731 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,529 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,165 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,939 | 8/9/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,251 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,100 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,967 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,749 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,462 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,181 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,689 | 7/15/2019 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,683 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,271 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 961 | 7/30/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 926 | 7/10/2012 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 913 | 8/2/2013 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 799 | 2/1/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 9). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 18). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.