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Garry's Mod is described as 'Sandbox Game based around the idea of building. Unlike most other games there aren't any objectives - you can't lose and you definitely can't win. Doesn't work on MacOS 11.15 or higher' and is a popular Sandbox Game in the games category. There are more than 25 games similar to Garry's Mod for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Steam apps. The best Garry's Mod alternative is Minecraft. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Roblox or VRChat. Other Garry's Mod like games are Hytale, s&box, nanos world and Algodoo.

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  1. Minecraft icon

    Minecraft

     1050 likes

    Experience infinite 3D landscapes for exploration and endless creativity in crafting structures and gathering resources. Multiplayer capabilities allow you to build with friends, or challenge yourself in survival mode where nightfall brings perilous creatures and the need for learned strategy.

    101 Minecraft alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Windows Mobile
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Linux Mint
    • Arch Linux
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Kindle Fire
    • Ubuntu
    • Debian
    • FreeBSD
    • Raspberry Pi OS
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Gear VR
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Xbox
    • NetBSD
    • OpenBSD
    • Nintendo Wii / Wii U
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    Top Positive Comment
    Oktay Mercan
    -2

    Good alternative but not the best

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    1

    minecraft is not like gmod

    luca friends
    Positive
    0

    First-ever app to combine learning, fitness via cutting-edge AI motion technology that provides children an immersive, interactive learning experience

    3 of 5 comments
    • Minecraft is Paid and ProprietaryGarry's Mod is also Paid and Proprietary
  2. Roblox icon

    Roblox

     99 likes

    Online platform for user-generated 3D game development and world building, customizable avatars, multiplayer experiences, trading, virtual currency, content sharing, achievements, collaborative projects, safe moderation, and a wide variety of games for all ages.

    62 Roblox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • HTC Vive
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Xbox
    • Meta Quest
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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    Roblox vs Garry's Mod Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    0

    it is good becasue it have 3d features and its so much fun to play roblox

    Top Negative Comment
    shaneo
    -1

    Roblox is more web based, cannot choose server, bc, etc.

    northhypper
    1

    Garry's Mod runs better than roblox

    3 of 5 comments
    • Roblox is Freemium and ProprietaryGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
  4. Hytale icon

    Hytale

     12 likes

    Adventure blends RPG elements, procedural worlds, dungeons, diverse creatures, and block-by-block building with responsive combat, creator-driven tools, minigame crafting, community servers, and continuous updates focused on collaborative exploration and creation.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Mac
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  5. VRChat icon

    VRChat

     20 likes

    Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.

    22 VRChat alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • HTC Vive
    • Oculus Experiences
    • Steam
    • Oculus Rift
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  7. s&box icon

    s&box

     2 likes

    S&box is a platform and game development toolkit developed by Facepunch studio powered by Source 2. Initially, the development was based on Unreal Engine 4, but as soon as Half-Life: Alyx came out, Facepunch immediately requested the engine branch of the newly-published game.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    s&box vs Garry's Mod Comments
    HAK3R4LIFE
    Negative
    0

    Newman should of made it open sourced.

    • s&box is Paid and Open SourceGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
  8. nanos world icon

    nanos world

     5 likes

    Play in unique, community-made game modes, create custom addons with Lua, and import assets from Unreal Engine 5. Host your own server and enjoy endless gaming possibilities with friends!

    7 nanos world alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Steam
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    nanos world vs Garry's Mod Comments
    Shak
    Positive
    1

    nanos world is a worthy successor of Garry's Mod!

    HAK3R4LIFE
    Negative
    -1

    unreal engine 5 was so bad, we still use unreal 4.

    • nanos world is Free and ProprietaryGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
    • nanos world is a Game Development Garry's Mod is a Sandbox Game
  9. Algodoo icon

    Algodoo

     49 likes

    Algodoo gives you the opportunity to play with physics. Use your own hands and simple drawing tools to design, construct and explore the world of physics.

    14 Algodoo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPad
    iPad
     
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    Algodoo vs Garry's Mod Comments
    northhypper
    1

    Algodoo is like gmod but 2d and harder

    • Algodoo is Free Personal and ProprietaryGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
  10. Novetus icon

    Novetus

     11 likes

    Tired of the roblox tyranny and greed? The Novetus community game is the solution! Novetus was made to improve on RBXLegacy, with the addition of new features that enhance the launcher for mod development, player customization, and overall usability.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Self-Hosted
    • Roblox
    Character Body Customization
     
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    Novetus vs Garry's Mod Comments
    Anipe
    Negative
    1

    this is an alternative to roblox, not garry's mod

    • Novetus is Free and Open SourceGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
  11. Core Games icon

    Core Games

     7 likes

    Core is an endless universe of games and worlds designed by a global community of creators. It's a radically accessible game construction kit, content exchange, and game-playing platform, all in one.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
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  13. Yahaha icon

    Yahaha

     1 like

    YAHAHA is the best virtual platform to create and enjoy an immersive 3D interaction with friends. Invite your friends to play the featured game Hide And Seek with you. Then discover an infinite variety of games with new concepts that can lead you to new YAHAHA gaming clusters.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  14. Tibers Box 2 icon

    Tibers Box 2

     2 likes

    Tibers Box is a physical and a sandbox construction, based on the manipulation of various objects. Manipulation of objects can hold a great variety: from stretch an object and applying it to different types of textures to create a flying machine.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    Tibers Box 2 vs Garry's Mod Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    -1

    it is for mobile devices and garry's mod is not.

    • Tibers Box 2 is Freemium and ProprietaryGarry's Mod is Paid and Proprietary
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