Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 990 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 2/7/2026.
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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 15,843 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,236 positive reviews and 607 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. MaSzyna
MaSzyna is a simulator which will allow you to become a train driver of most popular railway vehicles used on the Polish railways.
MaSzyna has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 314 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 273 positive reviews and 41 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.
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 178 positive reviews and 96 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 Resonance Solstice on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/30/2025 |
| Developer | GAMEDUCHY, LTD |
| Publisher | Ujoy Games Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3882350 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 649 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,654 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,463 positive reviews and 191 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 | 1/11/2024 |
| Franchise | Jungle Game Lab |
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| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735630 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 999 positive reviews and 105 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 620 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 345 positive reviews and 275 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.
8. Resonance Solstice
Resonance Solstice is a train simulation adventure RPG that combines real-time card battles with business simulation. Players take on the role of a train conductor onboard the train rented from COLUMBA and run through the continent to reconnect cities and regions to save the world from crisis.
Resonance Solstice has achieved a Player Score of 31, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12 positive reviews and 40 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.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 797 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 709 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,266 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,024 positive reviews and 242 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 |
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| 558 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 41 | 1/14/2026 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 10/30/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 1/11/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 5/27/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 8/21/2025 | 31 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 7/25/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 7/31/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 4/21/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 7/29/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 6/21/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/29/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/28/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/12/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/4/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/9/2021 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 7). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 7). MaSzyna on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 7). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 19). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Train Driver 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Mini Settlers: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 3). SimRail - The Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.