Free Space Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,516 Space 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 game rankings were last updated on 5/1/2026.
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1. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe holds the #1 spot for "best free Space game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 660,754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 579,432 positive reviews and 81,322 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
2. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 645,768 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,057 positive reviews and 146,711 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
3. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,012 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,385 positive reviews and 7,627 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
4. 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.
EVE Online has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,596 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,369 positive reviews and 10,227 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).
5. Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends
The epic story of evolution, technology, humanity, and dinosaurs is yours to tap.
Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,670 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,900 positive reviews and 2,770 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/3/2021 |
| Developer | Computer Lunch |
| Publisher | Computer Lunch |
| Steam App Id | 977400 |
6. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,782 positive reviews and 292 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
7. Starward
Starward is a 3D fighting game that integrates mecha girls and classic GVG combat gameplay, with 1V1 and 2V2 mode as the core gameplay.
Starward has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,361 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,149 positive reviews and 1,212 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Starward on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/24/2024 |
| Developer | Game Blender |
| Publisher | 盛天游戏 |
| Steam App Id | 2764370 |
8. Upload Labs
A sci-fi management game where you build and optimize your computer's system from the ground up. Connect and configure interconnected nodes to efficiently download, process, and upload files. Manage your setup, solve system challenges, and become the ultimate system architect
Upload Labs has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,020 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,475 positive reviews and 545 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Upload Labs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2025 |
| Developer | EnigmaDev Studios |
| Publisher | EnigmaDev Studios |
| Steam App Id | 3606890 |
9. Halo Infinite
From one of gaming's most iconic sagas, Halo is bigger than ever. Featuring an expansive open-world campaign and a dynamic free to play multiplayer experience.
Halo Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180,037 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 124,892 positive reviews and 55,145 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Halo Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2021 |
| Franchise | Xbox Game Studios |
| Developer | 343 Industries |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1240440 |
10. 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!
Galaxy Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 859 positive reviews and 285 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 |
More Free Space Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Space games available on Steam.
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| 78,003 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,878 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,878 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,834 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,197 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,115 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,585 | 4/24/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,089 | 10/3/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,208 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 961 | 8/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 382 | 11/20/2012 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 276 | 1/2/2026 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 265 | 9/17/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 213 | 4/30/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 173 | 7/12/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159 | 7/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 156 | 10/22/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 150 | 6/24/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 124 | 5/23/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 116 | 7/29/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 25). Starward on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Upload Labs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Halo Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 11). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.