Free Space Sim Games on Steam

Steam currently has 1,456 Space Sim 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 Space Sim game rankings were last updated on 3/25/2026.

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1. EVE Online

Over 20 years of legendary space battles! Explore a massive living universe of danger and opportunity in a challenging and highly rewarding space adventure. Fight, trade, build, and connect with a universe driven and shaped directly by players.

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EVE Online holds the #1 spot for "best free Space Sim game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,379 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,234 positive reviews and 10,145 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).

Release Date 12/16/2010
Franchise CCP Games
Developer CCP
Publisher CCP
Steam App Id 8500

2. Galaxy Idle Clicker

Embark on an interstellar journey with Galaxy Idle Clicker! Conquer galaxies, upgrade your spaceship, and face off against a myriad of enemy ships. With engaging minigames, powerful upgrades, GIC delivers an unparalleled idle space adventure. Join the cosmic conquest today and dominate the universe!

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Galaxy Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 843 positive reviews and 279 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 Galaxy Idle Clicker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 8/6/2025
Developer Soehnle
Publishers
Steam App Id 2962810

3. Pixel Starships

Pixel Starships is an FTL-style online sci-fi strategy builder and management game with a competitive PVP tournament. Set in the retro galaxy, your role is to explore space, meet aliens, and develop your ship, crew and AI. The game contains deep strategic and 4x elements. PSS is community-driven.

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Pixel Starships has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,913 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,132 positive reviews and 781 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Release Date 5/23/2023
Developer SavySoda
Publisher SavySoda
Steam App Id 378760

4. Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange

In a remote corner of the Milky Way, you, a star hunter, will control a fleet, take on a wide variety of bounty contracts and missions, and venture into the vastness of space. You will hunt for mysterious items for your employers and explore specific targets in uncharted territory.

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Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 579 positive reviews and 431 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 Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 10/8/2021
Developer NetEase Games
Publisher NetEase Games
Steam App Id 1755920

5. Nova: Space Armada

An exceptional sci-fi strategy game based on space adventure as its core.

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Nova: Space Armada has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 218 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Nova: Space Armada on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/22/2024
Developer STONE3 PTE. LTD.
Publisher STONE3 PTE. LTD.
Steam App Id 1108270

6. Endless Sky

Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

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Endless Sky has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,408 positive reviews and 533 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 Endless Sky on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/30/2015
Developer Michael Zahniser
Publisher Michael Zahniser
Steam App Id 404410

7. Star Conflict

Star Conflict is an action-packed, massively multiplayer space simulation game that puts players in the role of elite pilots engaging in a widespread interplanetary skirmish. The whole world for PVP and PVE!

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Star Conflict has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,084 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,972 positive reviews and 4,112 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 Star Conflict on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 2/27/2013
Franchise Gaijin Network Ltd
Developer Star Gem Inc.
Publishers
Steam App Id 212070

8. DarkOrbit Reloaded

Dark Orbit is a free-2-play space MMO where three companies battle for galactic domination. Customize ships, trade resources, fight aliens and uncover a grand conspiracy on your epic cosmic journey. Thrilling PvP and PvE missions await! Will you lead your faction beyond the final frontier?

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DarkOrbit Reloaded has achieved a Player Score of 32, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98 positive reviews and 248 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 12/3/2025
Developer Bigpoint GmbH
Publisher Bigpoint GmbH
Steam App Id 4054110

9. SPINNERS

SPINNERS. You get dropped a spinner every 2 hours 5 times per day. Each spinner is also made by the community in Discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something fantastic. Compete with friends, win the most unique item and become a spin master!

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SPINNERS has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 120 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86 positive reviews and 34 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.

10. Idle Sphere

Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.

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Idle Sphere has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Space Sim games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 313 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 155 positive reviews and 158 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Idle Sphere on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 11/17/2024
Developers
Publisher Idle System, Inc.
Steam App Id 3217600

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  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 16). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Pixel Starships on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 21). Star Hunter - Infinite Lagrange on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Nova: Space Armada on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). Endless Sky on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Star Conflict on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). DarkOrbit Reloaded on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, March 24). SPINNERS on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Idle Sphere on Steam. Steam Store.

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