Free Spaceships Games on Steam
Steam currently has 235 Spaceships 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 Spaceships game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Spaceships game on Steam" with a Player Score of 89. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,813 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,614 positive reviews and 199 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,722 positive reviews and 9,521 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).
3. 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!
Star Conflict has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,875 positive reviews and 3,964 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 |
4. Astrometica: Prologue
Astrometica: Prologue is the free game about surviving in space. You need to use your skills and tools to stay alive. There are many challenges to face, and you need to fight to survive. You also need to build a new base in space.
Astrometica: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,097 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 5/22/2024 |
| Franchise | RockGame S.A. |
| Developer | BeryMery |
| Publisher | RockGame S.A. |
| Steam App Id | 2904320 |
5. Space Odyssey
Players play as cute food astronauts in a co-op party game. Different ship's roles like pilot, gunner, shielder, and gatherer. 'Dark Hotpot,' a new team from the 'Space Academy,' faces a colossal jellyfish alien devouring their planet. They must defeat it and say their plant.
Space Odyssey has achieved a Player Score of 37, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12 positive reviews and 28 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. Alien Tag
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Alien Tag has achieved a Player Score of 41, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Alien Tag on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/20/2024 |
| Developer | IRLDLC.COM INC |
| Publisher | IRLDLC.COM INC |
| Steam App Id | 2672170 |
7. Stars Survivor
Compete in a stunning galaxy where skill reigns supreme! Destroy planets, upgrade your ship, and dominate intense top-down battles. Climb the trophy leaderboard in this ever-evolving space shooter with constant updates. Will you claim your place among the stars?
Stars Survivor has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "5 user reviews" 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 | 3/7/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2824910 |
8. Astrality
After a training simulation gone wrong, a bounty hunter embarks on a journey to find treasures and adventure.
Astrality has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Astrality on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/14/2023 |
| Developer | DigiPen Europe-Bilbao |
| Publisher | DigiPen Institute of Technology |
| Steam App Id | 2485620 |
9. Waking Up: Way Back Home
A child infiltrates a spaceship to carry out a secret rescue mission. His objective is compromised when they must make a forced landing on a strange planet. Explore this mysterious place, overcome obstacles, and find the way back home!
Waking Up: Way Back Home has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 9/19/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 2542530 |
10. Astro Lords
Player bases are located on asteroids, which travel within the Oort Cloud. Once they’ve acquired the appropriate skills, players can control their asteroid’s movements. Mass-combat enthusiasts will love the Arena: here, players can battle it out against alien races or other Astro Lord players.
Astro Lords has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Spaceships games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 142 positive reviews and 74 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 9/29/2015 |
| Developer | Aratog LLC |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 385530 |
More Free Spaceships Games
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| 4,697 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,285 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 126 | 2/27/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 5/22/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 7/20/2024 | 37 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/20/2024 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/7/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/14/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/19/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/29/2015 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/11/2020 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/30/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/5/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/12/2019 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 17). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). EVE Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Star Conflict on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 27). Astrometica: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Space Odyssey on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Alien Tag on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Stars Survivor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Astrality on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Waking Up: Way Back Home on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 1). Astro Lords on Steam. Steam Store.