Free Sandbox Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,087 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 6/4/2025.
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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 240,289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181,569 positive reviews and 58,720 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 314,120 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 305,040 positive reviews and 9,080 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 170,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 149,020 positive reviews and 21,657 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 |
4. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep fighting wherever you leave them! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — but don't expect an ending, as defeating each World Boss unlocks MORE content!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,309 positive reviews and 4,408 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,438 positive reviews and 48,851 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,874 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,181 positive reviews and 2,693 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 83,066 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,573 positive reviews and 17,493 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,490 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,048 positive reviews and 3,442 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 |
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 67, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sandbox games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,228 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,346 positive reviews and 10,882 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 36,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,793 positive reviews and 9,571 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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| 41,098 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40,932 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,539 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,776 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,650 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,168 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,591 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,631 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,015 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,446 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,648 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,668 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,450 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,266 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,078 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,028 | 7/15/2019 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,027 | 7/10/2012 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 981 | 8/2/2013 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 870 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 865 | 7/9/2015 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 2). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 4). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 3). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.