Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 967 Trains 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 Trains game rankings were last updated on 12/9/2025.
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1. OpenTTD
OpenTTD is a business simulation game in which players earn money by transporting passengers and cargo via road, rail, water, and air. It is an open-source remake and expansion of the 1995 Chris Sawyer video game Transport Tycoon Deluxe.
OpenTTD holds the #1 spot for "best free Trains game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,383 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,799 positive reviews and 584 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 OpenTTD on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Resonance Solstice
Resonance is a unique real-time trading RPG that combines real-time card battles with train simulation. As a COLUMBA conductor, you’ll travel the continent, rebuild and reconnect a fractured world.
Resonance Solstice has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 231 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 150 positive reviews and 81 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 10/30/2025 |
| Developer | GAMEDUCHY, LTD |
| Publisher | Ujoy Games Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3882350 |
3. Train Driver 2
Polish railway simulator emphasizing multiplayer and realism. Become a train driver, operating faithfully recreated trains, or a dispatcher, managing traffic and signalling equipment at your post. Cooperate online, build stations in the editor, and join railway enthusiasts!
Train Driver 2 has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 541 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 304 positive reviews and 237 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
4. Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue
Take control of a Soviet locomotive and embark on a dangerous journey along the world's longest railway line. Face mafia rivals, bandits, wild animals, constant breakdowns, severe frosts, hunger, and... a hangover. How far will you get before your supplies run out?
Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 972 positive reviews and 102 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 Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/23/2024 |
| Developer | Pentacle |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2248950 |
5. Simutrans
Simutrans is a freeware and open-source transportation simulator. Your goal is to establish a successful transport company. Transport passengers, mail and goods by rail, road, ship, and even air. Interconnect districts, cities, public buildings, industries and tourist attractions.
Simutrans has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 490 positive reviews and 156 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" 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 | 5/24/2016 |
| Developer | The Simutrans Team |
| Publisher | The Simutrans Team |
| Steam App Id | 434520 |
6. Frostrain
Be the last train conductor roaming the postapocalyptic frozen world! Expand, strengthen, and build synergies on your train. The promised land beyond the toxic zone awaits you and your passengers.
Frostrain has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,579 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,399 positive reviews and 180 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 Frostrain on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/10/2024 |
| Franchise | Jungle Game Lab |
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| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735630 |
7. 4Prot
4Prot is an interactive prototyping laboratory that allows you to create virtual spaces for students and professionals to creatively build different types of prototypes. The free version of 4Prot allows you to save 2 projects with 100 blocks each.
4Prot has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21 positive reviews and 15 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.
8. Mini Settlers: Prologue
Mini Settlers: Prologue is a free version of Mini Settlers. In this minimalist city builder, settle islands, construct cities, and design efficient logistic networks to fulfill your buildings' needs and fuel population growth to adventure into new worlds.
Mini Settlers: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 792 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 704 positive reviews and 88 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 Mini Settlers: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/30/2024 |
| Franchise | Goblinz Publishing |
| Developer | Knight Owl Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2788870 |
9. SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue
SimRail - The Railway Simulator Prologue presents the full range of possibilities of the newest and best simulator of the work of train driver. Take on the challenge and take the controls of a freight or passenger train!
SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,260 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,019 positive reviews and 241 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 SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/16/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1803190 |
10. Train Station Renovation - First Job
Welcome to the prologue to Train Station Renovation. This is where you will learn and teach how to renovate these small and the largest train stations in the world.
Train Station Renovation - First Job has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 745 positive reviews and 120 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 Train Station Renovation - First Job on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/21/2020 |
| Franchise | Live Motion Games |
| Developer | Live Motion Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1281080 |
More Free Trains Games
Explore even more rankings for the 36 best free Trains games available on Steam.
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| 586 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 95 | 10/30/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 66 | 5/27/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 1/10/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 8/9/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 4/21/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/21/2025 | 35 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 7/25/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/12/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/6/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/3/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/31/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/29/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/1/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/27/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/2/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Train Driver 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 8). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 22). 4Prot on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Mini Settlers: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 3). SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Train Station Renovation - First Job on Steam. Steam Store.