Garry's Mod — Is It Worth Playing?

Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox.

Nov 2006+709 followers/wkSimby Facepunch Studios$4.99
Quick verdict Garry's Mod holds 97% positive across 598,780 Steam reviews. It's drawing steady follower growth. If you enjoy Sim games like Tiny Glade, THE LIFT: Supernatural Handyman Simulator, Fields of Mistria, it's an easy one to check out.

About Garry's Mod

Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play. You spawn objects and weld them together to create your own contraptions - whether that's a car, a rocket, a catapult or something that doesn't have a name yet - that's up to you. You can do it offline, or join the thousands of players who play online each day. If you're not too great at construction - don't worry! You can place a variety of characters in silly positions. But if you want to do more, we have the means. Beyond the Sandbox The Garry's Mod community is a tremendous source of content and has added hundreds of unique modes to the game. In Trouble In Terrorist Town, you can be a detective solving an online murder as criminals attempt to cover up their homicides. Be a ball, a plant, a chair, or anything else in Prop Hunt's elaborate, shape-shifting game of Hide & Seek. Elevator: Source is gaming's first elevator thrill ride, delivering players to airlocks and kitten dance parties. We have one of the most vibrant Steam Community Workshops, with over 300'000 models, maps, and contraptions to download. It has everything from new tools to improve your builds, to guns that fire rainbow-tinged nuclear blasts from space. Take as much or as little as you need: it’s all free. Please note: Some multiplayer servers and game-modes might require you to own other games - such as Counter-Strike: Source and Team Fortress 2.

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Key Stats

Followers
816,308
Followers / week
+709
24h peak players
31,273
Steam reviews
97% · 598,780
Genre
Sim
Developer
Facepunch Studios
Release
Nov 2006
Price
$4.99

Should You Play Garry's Mod?

Who it's for: fans of Sim games like Tiny Glade, THE LIFT: Supernatural Handyman Simulator, Fields of Mistria.

Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play. You spawn objects and weld them together to create your own contraptions - whether that's a car, a rocket, a catapult or something that doesn't have a name yet - that's up to you. You can do it offline, or join the thousands of players who play online each day. If you're not too great at construction - don't worry! You can place a variety of characters in silly positions. But if you want to do more, …

Garry's Mod is co-op and multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows, Mac, Linux. It's drawing steady follower growth right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

Minimum

OS: Windows® 10 · Processor: 2 GHz Processor or better · Memory: 4 GB RAM · Graphics: 1GB dedicated VRAM or better · DirectX: Version 9.0c · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 10 GB available space · Sound Card: DirectX® 9 compatible · Additional Notes: Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor

Recommended

OS: Windows® 10/11 · Processor: 2.5 GHz Processor or better · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: 4GB dedicated VRAM or better · DirectX: Version 9.0c · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 25 GB available space

Garry's Mod — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Garry's Mod release?
Garry's Mod released on Nov 2006 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Garry's Mod?
Garry's Mod is a Sim game. Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox.
Is Garry's Mod multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Garry's Mod supports co-op and multiplayer on Steam.
Is Garry's Mod on Steam Deck or consoles?
Garry's Mod runs on Windows, Mac, Linux via Steam; native Linux support makes it a strong Steam Deck candidate. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Garry's Mod cost?
Garry's Mod is priced at $4.99 on Steam.
What are Garry's Mod's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Garry's Mod worth playing in 2026?
Yes — Garry's Mod holds 97% positive across 598,780 Steam reviews, making it an easy recommendation in 2026.
Who made Garry's Mod?
Garry's Mod is developed by Facepunch Studios and published by Valve.
What games is Garry's Mod similar to?
Garry's Mod sits alongside Sim games such as Tiny Glade, THE LIFT: Supernatural Handyman Simulator, Fields of Mistria.
What platforms is Garry's Mod on?
Garry's Mod is available on Windows, Mac, Linux.

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