Free Space Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,656 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 12/6/2024.
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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 600,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 524,399 positive reviews and 75,804 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 79, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,119 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,985 positive reviews and 123,134 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 64,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,619 positive reviews and 6,632 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,127 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,977 positive reviews and 150 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,244 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,057 positive reviews and 9,187 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,974 positive reviews and 2,200 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 |
7. 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 70, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 174,182 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 122,138 positive reviews and 52,044 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 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 |
8. 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 73, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 448 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 349 positive reviews and 99 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).
9. Antimatter Dimensions
Earn antimatter through dimensions! Gain Infinite antimatter to collapse the universe!
Antimatter Dimensions has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,232 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,986 positive reviews and 246 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 Antimatter Dimensions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/17/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1399720 |
10. Idle Sphere
Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.
Idle Sphere has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Space games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 46 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/17/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3217600 |
More Free Space Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Space games available on Steam.
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| 34,430 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27,649 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,805 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,112 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,005 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,165 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,932 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,575 | 7/18/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,156 | 12/17/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 793 | 11/17/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 707 | 10/3/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 703 | 11/20/2012 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 365 | 4/25/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 310 | 4/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 243 | 7/12/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 228 | 12/14/2015 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 220 | 6/24/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 191 | 5/23/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 2/27/2019 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159 | 1/31/2012 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Cell to Singularity - Evolution Never Ends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Halo Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 11). Antimatter Dimensions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Idle Sphere on Steam. Steam Store.