Best 2.5D Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,865 2.5D 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. 2.5D game rankings were last updated on 1/23/2026.
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1. Poco
Poco is the story of the world's smallest clown, who is banished from the circus and finds themself in a mysterious undergrowth full of lost and broken things. Explore, meet strange creatures, solve puzzles, and help Poco return to the circus in this charming 2D/3D hybrid point-and-click adventure.
Poco holds the #1 spot for "best 2.5D game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,359 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,315 positive reviews and 44 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/20/2025 |
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| Publisher | Micah Boursier |
| Steam App Id | 3454610 |
2. INSIDE
Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.
INSIDE has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,392 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,180 positive reviews and 2,212 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.49 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.
3. 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 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,858 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,659 positive reviews and 199 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.99 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.
4. Illusion Carnival
A lost soul wanders through a whimsical, eerie pop-up book like amusement park. Dive into fun-filled stages, encounter unique characters, fend off spirit erosion, and uncover the park's hidden secrets. The enchanting yet dark Illusion Carnival begins now.
Illusion Carnival has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,299 positive reviews and 127 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Illusion Carnival on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. DOOM + DOOM II
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.
DOOM + DOOM II has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #5 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,699 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,760 positive reviews and 939 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2007 |
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| Steam App Id | 2280 |
6. Rabbit and Steel
RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!
Rabbit and Steel has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #6 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,607 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,305 positive reviews and 302 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Rabbit and Steel on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Fallen Aces
The A.C.E.S. Once the watchful guardians of Switchblade City - are being taken down, one by one. Now it's up to one man, with two fists, to get to the bottom of it all. Fallen Aces is a crime noir FPS that plays right out of the '90s and looks like it's right outta the comics.
Fallen Aces has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,451 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,298 positive reviews and 153 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.24 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 | $11.24 |
| Release Date | 6/14/2024 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
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| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1411910 |
8. Ye Guild Clerk!
The local Adventurer's Guild is hiring!... Not for adventurers, but for guild clerks! You play an important role in handing out quests, gold, and equipment as your actions shape the stories of these animal adventurers for better, or for worse..!
Ye Guild Clerk! has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,796 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,783 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/28/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 3715020 |
9. Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling
Follow Vi, Kabbu, and Leif as they uncover the secrets of the Land of Bugaria! Explore and combine your team's abilities to solve puzzles, defeat powerful enemies and find ancient treasures!
Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,680 positive reviews and 164 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/21/2019 |
| Franchise | Game Source Entertainment |
| Developer | Moonsprout Games |
| Publisher | DANGEN Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1082710 |
10. Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best 2.5D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,883 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,478 positive reviews and 3,405 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 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 | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 4/27/2016 |
| Franchise | Moon Studios |
| Developer | Moon Studios GmbH |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 387290 |
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| 32 | 5/20/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110 | 7/7/2016 | 95 | $2.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 32 | 5/15/2024 | 95 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 7/12/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 200 | 8/3/2007 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 615 | 5/9/2024 | 94 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 6/14/2024 | 94 | $11.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 10/28/2025 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 55 | 11/21/2019 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 315 | 4/27/2016 | 94 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 304 | 9/24/2024 | 94 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 6/20/2019 | 94 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 186 | 4/27/2017 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 11/12/2024 | 93 | $21.24 | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 8/31/2021 | 93 | $12.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 11/15/2024 | 93 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 136 | 2/18/2022 | 93 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 97 | 3/13/2026 | 93 | $10.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 1/29/2020 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 5/17/2018 | 93 | $1.49 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Poco on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). INSIDE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 23). MULLET MADJACK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 15). Illusion Carnival on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 11). DOOM + DOOM II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 23). Rabbit and Steel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). Fallen Aces on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Ye Guild Clerk! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.