Best 1990's Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,029 1990's games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. 1990's game rankings were last updated on 3/22/2025.
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1. Pizza Tower
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Pizza Tower holds the #1 spot for "best 1990's game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,547 positive reviews and 1,062 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/26/2023 |
| Developer | Tour De Pizza |
| Publisher | Tour De Pizza |
| Steam App Id | 2231450 |
2. Touhou Mystia's Izakaya
A brand new pixel art restaurant simulator based on the Touhou Project! Play as Mystia, the owner of a small izakaya. Collect ingredients by day, cater to the customers by night, learn recipes from familiar characters, and become the best izakaya owner in all of Gensokyo!
Touhou Mystia's Izakaya has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,473 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,118 positive reviews and 355 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.83 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
3. Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Counter-Strike has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 248,690 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 242,313 positive reviews and 6,377 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator
The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.
Placid Plastic Duck Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,708 positive reviews and 356 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 7/6/2022 |
| Developer | turbolento games |
| Publisher | turbolento games |
| Steam App Id | 1999360 |
5. Half-Life
Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world.
Half-Life has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 146,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 141,248 positive reviews and 5,054 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
6. DUSK
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
DUSK has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,160 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,541 positive reviews and 619 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/10/2018 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
| Developer | David Szymanski |
| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 519860 |
7. ATLYSS
Enter the world of ATLYSS, a Singleplayer/Online RPG where you can fight with or against friends in a surreal world filled with creatures beyond comprehension. Customize and progress your character(s), complete quests, and discover strange locations.
ATLYSS has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,491 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,108 positive reviews and 383 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play ATLYSS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Crow Country
The year is 1990. It’s been two years since the mysterious disappearance of Edward Crow and the abrupt closure of his theme park, Crow Country. But your arrival has broken the silence, Mara Forest. If you want answers, you’ll have to venture deep into the darkness of Crow Country to find them…
Crow Country has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,990 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,912 positive reviews and 78 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
9. MULLET MADJACK
MULLET MADJACK is a HIGH-OCTANE-ACTION SHOOTER that put you directly inside a CLASSIC ANIME. Pick your favorite weapon and reach the last floor; Beat your best time or try again. Haste makes waste… OF YOUR ENEMIES!
MULLET MADJACK has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,015 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,858 positive reviews and 157 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
10. Baldi's Basics Plus
Baldi's Basics® Plus is an active stealth roguelike that parodies cheap '90s edutainment with a subtle horror twist! Play Hide & Seek with Baldi as he chases you through procedurally generated levels while using your surroundings, items, and game knowledge to shift chaos in your favor.
Baldi's Basics Plus has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best 1990's games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,898 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,740 positive reviews and 158 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 6/12/2020 |
| Developer | Basically Games |
| Publisher | Basically Games, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1275890 |
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| 206 | 1/26/2023 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 510 | 10/1/2021 | 96 | $3.83 | Steam Charts | |
| 7,175 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 119 | 7/6/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 428 | 11/19/1998 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 12/10/2018 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 374 | 11/22/2024 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 5/9/2024 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 5/15/2024 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 36 | 6/12/2020 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 10/13/2023 | 94 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/6/2020 | 94 | $2.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 175 | 8/3/2007 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 8/3/2007 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 1/19/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/20/2022 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | ??? | 94 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 11/12/2024 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 1/12/2024 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 3/12/2019 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Touhou Mystia's Izakaya on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Placid Plastic Duck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 26). Half-Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). DUSK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). ATLYSS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Crow Country on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). MULLET MADJACK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Baldi's Basics Plus on Steam. Steam Store.