Best Driving Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated driving games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free driving games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Arizona Derby
Hit the pedal, run out the offroad.
FIA European Truck Racing Championship
The only official simulation that features all the unique characteristics of the ETRC and offers all racing fans a completely new driving experience: race a giant 5-tonne, 1,000-horsepower truck against 12 competitors while respecting the race rules to avoid penalties.
Summer Catchers
Summer Catchers is an epic story that combines an endless runner with inventory management. Set your goals, complete tasks and stock up on gear to get as far as you can and advance this charming story full of strange and wonderful characters.
Storm Chasers
Be one of those intrepid storm chasers in this online multiplayer video game. Your goal is to shoot the best twisters pictures without dying because of powerful winds and flying debris. Feel the challenge of correctly forecasting and intercepting storms with the optimal vantage points before other players.
ZUSI 3 - Aerosoft Edition
Zusi 3 Aerosoft Edition is a train simulation for PCs, the professional version of which is also being used in railway companies for engine driver training purposes.
RDS - The Official Drift Videogame
Become a member of professional drift competitions on famous tracks. Compete with real players around the world. Feel the realistic physics of simulator of the new generation, which has received fresh improvements and further development in the game. Real drift competitions come to Cyber Sport!
Assetto Corsa Competizione
Assetto Corsa Competizione, the official GT World Challenge videogame. Thanks to the extraordinary quality of simulation, you will experience the atmosphere of the GT3 championship. Compete against official drivers, teams, cars and official circuits reproduced to the highest quality ever seen.
American Fugitive
FREE UPDATE; STATE OF EMERGENCY, OUT NOW! Framed for your father’s murder, you’ll need to do whatever it takes to unveil the real culprit. Tackle thrilling missions for the criminal underworld - just don’t let the cops track you down!
Racing Classics: Drag Race Simulator
Looking for a game where you can drive legendary classic rides? Get the most out of each car in the iconic style of the '70s and '80s and test their original performance in classic head-to-head drag races!
Dark Future: Blood Red States
Step into the extraordinary, dystopian world of Dark Future, filled with danger, chaos and adventure. A game of both action and strategy unlike any other, featuring a unique time dilating command mode to help you make tactical decisions on the dangerous highways of this world.
铁道物语：陆王（Railway Saga:Land King）
Become a respected conductor, assemble and match your train lineup at will. In addition to transporting passengers from all walks of life, you can also set up your own factories at various city stations. Mining, planting and breeding all kinds of resources, using the craftsmen's crafts to produce a variety of famous things.
Race for Tuning
The city at night, the roar of the engine, nitrous, neon, a tuning... What else do you need for a street race? Burn rubber and become the king of the streets!
Train Valley 2
Build bigger and more complex railway networks than ever before! Building on the success of the original, you’ll get more of what you loved about the original and then some. With increasingly difficult and complex challenges from local industries, the Valley has never felt so vast! ALL ABOARD!
DiRT Rally 2.0
DiRT Rally 2.0 dares you to carve your way through a selection of iconic rally locations from across the globe, in the most powerful off-road vehicles ever made, knowing that the smallest mistake could end your stage.
Derail Valley
Drive massive trains and build your career in a vast open railway network. For both PC and VR.
Trainz Railroad Simulator 2019
Much more than just a train driving simulator. Build, drive and operate the railroad of your dreams with Trainz Railroad Simulator 2019.
Wrench
Wrench is a mechanic simulator where players prepare and maintain race cars. The parts in Wrench are the most detailed of any game in the genre. Extreme attention has been paid to even the smallest components, including fasteners which are accurate to the thread pitch and install torque.
BallisticNG
BallisticNG is a high speed, all thrills anti-gravity combat racer and open modding environment developed as a tribute to old school classics such as Wipeout, Rollcage and Jet Moto.
Tourist Bus Simulator
Create your own bus empire on Fuerteventura now! Thanks to the economy system in the new Tourist Bus Simulator, you will be able to found your own bus company on the popular holiday island Fuerteventura.
Just Cause 4 Reloaded
Rogue agent Rico Rodriguez journeys to Solis, a huge South American world home of conflict, oppression and extreme weather conditions. Strap into your wingsuit, equip your fully customizable grappling hook, and get ready to bring the thunder!
Farming Simulator 19
The best-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of the graphics engine, offering the most striking and immersive visuals and effects, along with the deepest and most complete farming experience ever.
Most played driving games on Steam
Take a look at the top driving games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 16th 2025.
1. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits. Euro Truck Simulator 2 is a driving, transportation and simulation game developed and published by SCS Software. Released on October 12th 2012 has received 867,404 reviews of which 844,480 were positive and 22,924 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played driving game, thanks to its 20,961 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
844,480
22,924
20,961
players
2. BeamNG.drive
A dynamic soft-body physics vehicle simulator capable of doing just about anything. BeamNG.drive is a simulation, driving and physics game developed and published by BeamNG. Released on May 29th 2015 has received 322,278 reviews of which 313,873 were positive and 8,405 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 17,051 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among driving games based on player count.
9.6
313,873
8,405
17,051
players
3. Forza Horizon 5
Explore the vibrant open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in the world’s greatest cars. Forza Horizon 5 is a racing, open world and driving game developed by Playground Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on November 08th 2021 has received 225,629 reviews of which 199,950 were positive and 25,679 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 13,502 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among driving games based on player count.
8.8
199,950
25,679
13,502
players
4. Assetto Corsa
Assetto Corsa v1.16 introduces the new "Laguna Seca" laser-scanned track, 7 new cars among which the eagerly awaited Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio! Check the changelog for further info! Assetto Corsa is a racing, automobile sim and simulation game developed and published by Kunos Simulazioni. Released on December 19th 2014 has received 151,391 reviews of which 140,238 were positive and 11,153 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 11,196 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played driving games.
9.2
140,238
11,153
11,196
players
5. RoadCraft
As the leader of a company specialized in restoring sites devastated by natural disasters, use your construction machinery to restart the local industry. Clear debris and faulty equipment, rebuild roads and bridges damaged by weather, and much more! RoadCraft is a simulation, building and driving game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on May 20th 2025 has received 7,668 reviews of which 5,784 were positive and 1,884 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. With 8,172 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played driving games.
7.4
5,784
1,884
8,172
players
6. American Truck Simulator
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States. American Truck Simulator is a automobile sim, driving and open world game developed and published by SCS Software. Released on February 02nd 2016 has received 175,287 reviews of which 169,735 were positive and 5,552 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 7,915 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played driving games.
9.6
169,735
5,552
7,915
players
7. SnowRunner
Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends! SnowRunner is a simulation, automobile sim and multiplayer game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on May 17th 2021 has received 43,881 reviews of which 39,488 were positive and 4,393 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 3,281 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played driving games.
8.8
39,488
4,393
3,281
players
8. Car Dealer Simulator
Uncover a goldmine in the used car market! Sniff out deals, buy low, modify, and sell high. Your journey from amateur grease monkey to car dealer magnate awaits. How fast will you rise in this lucrative venture? Car Dealer Simulator is a driving, immersive sim and trading game developed and published by Garage Monkeys. Released on May 29th 2025 has received 591 reviews of which 465 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 2,771 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played driving games.
7.5
465
126
2,771
players
9. Le Mans Ultimate
Le Mans is a continually evolving story... powered by emotion, speed and glory. Le Mans Ultimate - the official game of the FIA World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans. Le Mans Ultimate is a racing, automobile sim and driving game developed and published by Studio 397. Released on February 20th 2024 has received 7,423 reviews of which 5,903 were positive and 1,520 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,686 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played driving games.
7.8
5,903
1,520
2,686
players
10. F1® 24
Join the grid and Be One of the 20. Drive like the greatest in EA SPORTS™ F1® 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship™. F1® 24 is a racing, driving and sports game developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts. Released on May 31st 2024 has received 16,196 reviews of which 11,826 were positive and 4,370 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 2,182 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played driving games.
7.2
11,826
4,370
2,182
players
Best deals on driving games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of driving games available on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted driving games.
1. FIA European Truck Racing Championship
The only official simulation that features all the unique characteristics of the ETRC and offers all racing fans a completely new driving experience: race a giant 5-tonne, 1,000-horsepower truck against 12 competitors while respecting the race rules to avoid penalties. FIA European Truck Racing Championship is a simulation, racing and sports game developed by N-RACING and published by Nacon. Released on July 18th 2019 has received 381 reviews of which 251 were positive and 130 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for driving category.
6.3
251
130
-99%
29.99€
0.49€
2. Transport Fever
Transport Fever is a railroad-focused tycoon game. Players start in 1850 and build up a thriving transport company. As an emerging transport tycoon, the player constructs stations, airports, harbors and makes money by connecting areas requiring transport services. Build up your own Empire! Transport Fever is a flight, city builder and sandbox game developed by Urban Games and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on November 08th 2016 has received 10,722 reviews of which 8,934 were positive and 1,788 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in driving games.
8.1
8,934
1,788
-98%
29.99€
0.68€
3. Car Mechanic Simulator 2018
Build and expand your repair service empire in this incredibly detailed and highly realistic simulation game, where attention to car detail is astonishing. Find classic, unique cars in the new Barn Find module and Junkyard module. You can even add your self-made car in the Car Editor. Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 is a simulation, automobile sim and driving game developed by Red Dot Games and published by PlayWay S.A.. Released on July 28th 2017 has received 51,521 reviews of which 47,065 were positive and 4,456 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in driving games.
9.0
47,065
4,456
-97%
19.50€
0.72€
4. art of rally
Race in the golden era of rally. Drive iconic cars from the 60s to Group B on challenging stages through stylized environments inspired by real worldwide locations. Will you master the art of rally? art of rally is a racing, driving and physics game developed and published by Funselektor Labs Inc.. Released on September 23rd 2020 has received 5,516 reviews of which 5,115 were positive and 401 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for driving games.
9.0
5,115
401
-97%
24.99€
0.75€
5. Inertial Drift
An arcade racer that tears up the rule book with innovative twin-stick controls, completely re-imagined driving mechanics and a huge roster of fiercely individual cars and tracks. Inertial Drift is a racing, indie and arcade game developed by Level 91 Entertainment and published by PQube. Released on September 11th 2020 has received 1,358 reviews of which 1,168 were positive and 190 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for driving games.
8.2
1,168
190
-97%
19.99€
0.65€
6. NASCAR Heat 5
NASCAR Heat 5 challenges you to become the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion. Features all the official teams, drivers and cars from the three NASCAR National Series as well as the Xtreme Dirt Tour, racing on 39 authentic tracks. NASCAR Heat 5 is a sports, driving and immersive sim game developed by 704Games Company and published by Motorsport Games. Released on July 09th 2020 has received 3,730 reviews of which 3,003 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for driving games.
7.8
3,003
727
-97%
76.33€
2.29€
7. Mad Max
Play as Mad Max, a reluctant hero and survivor who wants nothing more than to leave the madness behind and find solace. Mad Max is a open world, vehicular combat and post-apocalyptic game developed by Avalanche Studios and published by Warner Bros. Games and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Released on September 01st 2015 has received 82,660 reviews of which 76,230 were positive and 6,430 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for driving games.
9.1
76,230
6,430
-96%
19.99€
0.99€
8. Absolute Drift
Absolute Drift is a racing game about becoming a master at the art of drifting. Absolute Drift is a racing, open world and driving game developed by Funselektor Labs Inc. and FlippFly and published by Funselektor Labs Inc.. Released on July 29th 2015 has received 2,995 reviews of which 2,639 were positive and 356 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for driving games.
8.5
2,639
356
-96%
11.99€
0.58€
9. Turbo Golf Racing
An action-packed fusion of racing and golf. Traverse across a diverse range of courses, using your car to skilfully putt your ball in the hole. Face off against 7 opponents in Race mode, make every shot count in golf mode, or test your skills against the clock in Time Trials. Turbo Golf Racing is a racing, golf and sports game developed and published by Hugecalf Studios. Released on April 04th 2024 has received 947 reviews of which 802 were positive and 145 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for driving games.
8.0
802
145
-96%
9.75€
0.44€
10. Super Indie Karts
Super Indie Karts is a classic retro 16 to 64-bit style karting game, with Time Trials, Grand Prix, Splitscreen GP, Mission Mania, and Battle Mania! Featuring 48 racetracks, with many more coming soon. You don't have to wait until completion though as you can join the race now with Early Access! Super Indie Karts is a racing, indie and pixel graphics game developed and published by One Legged Seagull. Released on May 06th 2015 has received 509 reviews of which 418 were positive and 91 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for driving games.
7.7
418
91
-96%
19.50€
0.79€
Free driving games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play driving games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play driving games.
1. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars! Asphalt Legends Unite is a racing, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on August 02nd 2022 has received 13,736 reviews of which 11,192 were positive and 2,544 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 1,019 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free driving games on Steam.
8.0
11,192
2,544
1,019
players
2. Torque Drift
Build your car, earn sponsors, and compete in online multiplayer drift battles! Torque Drift is a free to play, racing and multiplayer game developed and published by Grease Monkey Games. Released on April 20th 2021 has received 12,126 reviews of which 9,259 were positive and 2,867 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 108, this driving game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free driving games on Steam.
7.5
9,259
2,867
108
players
3. Truck World: Australia - First Haul
Become a truckie in the heart of Australia! Brave the scorching desert, conquer a sandstorm and support the local industry by delivering vital cargo across the continent’s treacherous terrain. Truck World: Australia - First Haul is a driving, transportation and simulation game developed by Truck World Studio and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on June 02nd 2025 has received 696 reviews of which 502 were positive and 194 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 103, this driving game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free driving games on Steam.
6.9
502
194
103
players
4. Taora : Beginning
Taora : Beginning offers the limited introduction experience to Taora : Survival, an open world survival game with unique character building and crafting. Build and upgrade your base, and survive the zombie apocalypse! Taora : Beginning is a looter shooter, sandbox and third-person shooter game developed by Tulpar Games and published by Tulpar Games, TheGamesFortress and GrabTheGames. Released on December 08th 2023 has received 2,157 reviews of which 1,896 were positive and 261 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
8.4
1,896
261
6
players
5. Ducks Can Drive
Ducks like to race, even in their own cars! Earn money by delivering food to fellow ducks in the city, then use this money to upgrade your vehicle. The better the vehicle, the better chance you have to win the race at the end of the day! Ducks Can Drive is a racing, exploration and driving game developed and published by Joseph Cook. Released on July 04th 2023 has received 600 reviews of which 585 were positive and 15 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
9.1
585
15
4
players
6. EarthKart: Google Maps Driving Simulator
3D Google Earth Driving Simulator EarthKart: Google Maps Driving Simulator is a exploration, immersive sim and racing game developed by Colton Hutchins and published by Cold Hut Games. Released on October 09th 2023 has received 787 reviews of which 621 were positive and 166 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
7.5
621
166
1
players
7. Truck World: Driving School
Learn the basics of truck driving! Truck World: Driving School is a free standalone truck simulator with challenges, grades, and much more. Truck World: Driving School is a exploration, immersive sim and racing game developed by Truck World Studio and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on January 10th 2023 has received 837 reviews of which 587 were positive and 250 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
6.8
587
250
1
players
8. Auto Sale Life: Fresh Start
This is a free prologue version. Build an automotive empire. Buy, sell, and customize cars to create your own brands and showrooms. Become a shrewd entrepreneur in this immersive car trading and customization game. Auto Sale Life: Fresh Start is a immersive sim, driving and economy game developed by OTTO Games and published by GrabTheGames. Released on April 05th 2024 has received 378 reviews of which 256 were positive and 122 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
6.5
256
122
1
players
9. Til Nord
Discover a sublime open world on your snowmobile! Drive among the frozen environment of Snøfall øyer to discover beautiful vistas, time trials and quests that permanently change the open world in Til Nord; a free snowmobile driving game for PC. Til Nord is a open world, exploration and driving game developed by Moose Attack Studios and published by Breda University of Applied Sciences. Released on June 29th 2021 has received 608 reviews of which 513 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
7.9
513
95
10. Barji Kart
Race head-to-head against up to 9 friends in BarjiKart! Choose from different Items to aid you in finishing 1st place! Barji Kart is a racing, multiplayer and combat racing game developed and published by Barji. Released on October 29th 2022 has received 1,053 reviews of which 875 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free driving games on Steam.
7.9
875
178