1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (28 votes, average: 3.96 / 5)
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Terraria

Terraria is a 2D side-scrolling sandbox game that allows players to mine, craft, and build whatever they want. From the land to the sky, from the deep ocean floors to the even deeper caverns of hell, venture to every corner of uniquely generated worlds. Search for the rarest of booty, construct your Rome overnight, or defeat the most dastardly of bosses; the world is your playground.

[singlepic id=28711 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Re-Logic
Playerbase: High
Type: B2P Survival Sandbox
Release Date: May 16, 2011 (Global)
PvP: PvP can be enabled by server
Pros: +Huge procedurally generated worlds. +Regularly updated. +Tons of crafting options. +Mix of sandbox building and combat.
Cons: -Difficulty spikes mid game.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (19 votes, average: 3.68 / 5)
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Starbound

Space exploration is at your fingertips in this sandbox adventure game. Traverse an entire universe in your own ship and scavenge whatever you discover. Craft your own kingdom, complete quests for extraterrestrials, and go planet-hopping in the infinite world of Starbound.

[singlepic id=28472 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Chucklefish Games
Playerbase: High
Type: B2P Survival Sandbox
Release Date: December 4, 2013
PvP: PvP can be enabled by server
Pros: +Insane exploration available. +Build whatever you want. +Mod support.
Cons: -Slow updates. -Feels a bit pointless. -Lack of story accessible via gameplay.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (29 votes, average: 3.93 / 5)
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Don't Starve Together

Fight and scavenge to survive in this dark and whimsical sandbox game, beautifully crafted in a 2D cartoon style in a 3D world by Klei Entertainment. Players must maintain sanity, health, and hunger to thrive in a world where nearly everything is out to kill them.

[singlepic id=27246 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Klei Entertainment
Playerbase: Medium
Type: B2P Survival
Release Date: December 15, 2014
PvP: PvP can be enabled by server
Pros: +Unique art style. +Randomly generated maps (tons of replay value). +Hundreds of unique items to craft.
Cons: -Steep learning curve (No tutorial).

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (36 votes, average: 2.53 / 5)
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DayZ

DayZ is a sandbox survival game set after the zombie apocalypse. Scavenge the remains of an enormous world, Chernarus, searching for resources and weapons to defend yourself against zombies and other players.

[singlepic id=26354 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Bohemia Interactive
Playerbase: High
Type: Sandbox Survival
Release Date: April 12, 2012
Pros: +Huge open world (225km²). +Dynamic weather system. +Customizable weapons.
Cons: -Unoptimized client. -Zombies glitch through objects. -Clunky gameplay animations.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (35 votes, average: 3.54 / 5)
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Project Zomboid

Project Zomboid is an open world survival game taking place in a zombie infested apocalypse. Explore Kentucky suburbs searching for loot, while leveling skills, crafting, and building a base. Hordes of zombies force players to work together, until they inevitably die.

[singlepic id=24761 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: The Indie Stone
Playerbase: Medium
Type: Survival
Release Date: November 8, 2013
Pros: +Extensive, simple crafting system. +Realistic zombie survival. +Customizable sandbox mode.
Cons: -Limited character customization. -Top-down graphics makes PvP difficult. -Clunky combat.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (248 votes, average: 3.67 / 5)
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Ark: Survival Evolved

Ark: Survival Evolved is a sandbox survival game where players are stranded on a tropical island inhabited by dinosaurs. Gather, hunt, and build to survive the unforgiving wilderness. Compete with other players for precious resources and tame dinosaurs to ride and protect you.

[singlepic id=24600 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Studio Wildcard
Playerbase: High
Type: Survival
Release Date: June 2, 2015 (Early Access)
Pros: +Extensive crafting and building. +Tons of dinosaurs to fight and tame. +Tribal PvP.
Cons: -Demanding system requirements. -No tutorial makes learning mechanics difficult. -Several optimization issues.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (45 votes, average: 3.64 / 5)
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Rust

In Rust players must survive on a procedurally generated map by collecting resources, hunting wildlife, and crafting tools. But you’re not alone, other players are also enduring the wilderness. Survive by building a shelter and arming yourself with weapons in an unforgivable environment.

[singlepic id=24196 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Facepunch Studios
Playerbase: High
Type: B2P Survival Game
Release Date: December 11, 2013
Pros: +Intricate building tools. +Procedurally generated maps. +Extensive crafting system. +Regular updates.
Cons: -No tutorial makes learning systems difficult. -Poor optimization causes crashes. -Time consuming to play effectively.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (26 votes, average: 3.65 / 5)
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Tree of Life

Tree of Life is a 3D fantasy themed sandbox MMORPG with cartoony graphics and a focus on cooperative gameplay. Players must work together to survive on an unknown continent inhabited by hostile monster tribes.

[singlepic id=14948 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: OddOneGames
Type: Sandbox Survival MMO
PvP: Open PvP with penalties
Release Date: May 27 2015
Shut Down: January 31, 2021
Pros: +Dynamic game world. +Build anywhere and alter the landscape. +Large community guilds.
Cons: -Player buildings litter landscape. -Visuals may put off some players. -Day/Night cycle too short.

Tree of Life Shut Down on January 31, 2021

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (23 votes, average: 3.74 / 5)
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Unturned

Unturned is a zombie-themed survival horror game developed by Smartly Dressed Games. Fight for survival against the undead, the elements, and other players by scavenging for items and creating your own base.

[singlepic id=11730 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Smartly Dressed Games
Playerbase: High
Type: F2P Survival Game
Release Date: July 7, 2014
Pros: +Large community. +Extensive crafting system. +Frequent updates. +Low system requirements.
Cons: -Repetitive gameplay. -Latency issues. -Easy AI. -Known bugs.

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1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars (34 votes, average: 3.44 / 5)
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H1Z1

H1Z1 is a 3D zombie-themed sandbox survival MMO / Battle Royale set during a zombie apocalypse. The game takes place in rural America within a large persistent game world. H1Z1 has a strong emphasis on crafting, building structures, and fighting both zombies and other players.

[singlepic id=6978 w=428 h=240 float=none] Publisher: Daybreak Game Company
Playerbase: Low
Type: F2P Survival MMO
Release Date: Jan 15, 2015 (Early Access)
Pros: +Huge persistent world. +PvE and PvP servers. +Varied crafting options (Weapons/Structures).
Cons: -Buggy gameplay. -Cheaters can ruin gaming experience.

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