Free Sandbox Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,942 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 11/19/2025.
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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 249,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188,319 positive reviews and 61,620 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 181,702 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 158,062 positive reviews and 23,640 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 |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 335,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 325,591 positive reviews and 9,747 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).
4. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,676 positive reviews and 4,825 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
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 79,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76,329 positive reviews and 2,998 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. 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 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 558,386 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 508,621 positive reviews and 49,765 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 |
7. skate.
Experience improved Flick-It controls, the rich physics based skateboarding gameplay that provides those “only in skate.™“ moments and off-board exploration for full freedom in the online multiplayer world of San Vansterdam.
skate. has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 68,306 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,050 positive reviews and 21,256 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 skate. on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/16/2025 |
| Franchise | Electronic Arts |
| Developer | Full Circle |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 3354750 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,518 positive reviews and 18,592 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,916 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,695 positive reviews and 4,221 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 |
10. EVE Online
Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding sci-fi sandbox MMO. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.
EVE Online has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,395 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,454 positive reviews and 9,941 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).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 34,916 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,629 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,161 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,004 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,915 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,919 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,398 | 9/16/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,781 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,471 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,083 | 12/16/2010 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,365 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,772 | 10/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,854 | 10/3/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,424 | 4/28/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,117 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,988 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,609 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,562 | 11/5/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,557 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,130 | 9/2/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 13). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 16). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). skate. on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 18). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.