Free Trains Games on Steam
Steam currently has 998 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 2/28/2026.
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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 15,983 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,371 positive reviews and 612 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 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 377 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 327 positive reviews and 50 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 63, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188 positive reviews and 100 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 648 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493 positive reviews and 155 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,107 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,002 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 |
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 2,670 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,477 positive reviews and 193 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Jungle Game Lab |
| Steam App Id | 2735630 |
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 645 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 357 positive reviews and 288 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. 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 799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 710 positive reviews and 89 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. On Track
On Track is a cozy productivity tracker to help you rejuvenate, relax, and focus on tasks you want to accomplish. Watch a lush landscape roll by as you watch from your cozy train seat. Set a timer to focus, manage a todo list with all your goals, and relax as you stay on track.
On Track has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 173 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 164 positive reviews and 9 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 On Track on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/31/2024 |
| Franchise | GIGATANK3000 |
| Developer | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Publisher | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Steam App Id | 2836290 |
10. 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 58, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Trains games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21 positive reviews and 13 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.
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| 814 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 83 | 1/14/2026 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 10/30/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 5/24/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 1/23/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16 | 1/10/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16 | 5/27/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 7/31/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 8/9/2021 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/16/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 6/21/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/29/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/21/2025 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/31/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/21/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/13/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/12/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/4/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/3/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 28). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 23). MaSzyna on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Resonance Solstice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Simutrans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 24). Trans-Siberian Railway Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Frostrain on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 14). Train Driver 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Mini Settlers: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). On Track on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). 4Prot on Steam. Steam Store.