Best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 658 Asynchronous Multiplayer games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with 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. Asynchronous Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 10/27/2025.
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1. The Past Within
The Past Within is the new co-op experience from Rusty Lake! Play together with someone you deem trustworthy: one in The Past, the other in The Future. Observe and communicate what you see around you. Solve the puzzles and uncover Albert Vanderboom’s plan.
The Past Within holds the #1 spot for "best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 92. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,757 positive reviews and 820 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.69 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.
| Steam Price | $2.69 |
| Release Date | 11/2/2022 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 1515210 |
2. Magic Rampage
Exciting platformer that combines the RPG genre with fast-paced action gameplay.
Magic Rampage has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,450 positive reviews and 87 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free 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.
| Release Date | 5/24/2022 |
| Developer | Asantee Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 704920 |
3. Paper Animal Adventure
Paper Animal Adventure is a cute roguelike game where you can explore a colorful world, fight scary enemies, and relax with your friends at the campfire! Will you be the one to seal the timelines and find the missing king?
Paper Animal Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 198 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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 | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 8/7/2025 |
| Franchise | Top Hat Studios |
| Developer | Cuddling Raccoons Studio |
| Publisher | Top Hat Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1982120 |
4. Backpack Battles
A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack.
Backpack Battles has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,648 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,080 positive reviews and 1,568 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 6/13/2025 |
| Franchise | Shochiku |
| Developer | PlayWithFurcifer |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2427700 |
5. D&D Lords of Waterdeep
Lords of Waterdeep is an award winning strategy board game, set in the Dungeons & Dragons world of Waterdeep. Play as one of the masked Lords of the City of Splendor. Intrigue abounds as you recruit adventurers, via your agents, to quest on your behalf and spread your influence.
D&D Lords of Waterdeep has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,578 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,476 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/1/2017 |
| Developer | Playdek, Inc. |
| Publisher | Playdek, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 644390 |
6. We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip
Partner up with your friend online and set sail for an unforgettable puzzle adventure in this bite-sized standalone We Were Here experience. Work together to overcome brain-teasing challenges and make fun memories, using your best communication, teamwork and trust skills.
We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,940 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,796 positive reviews and 2,144 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 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 | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/14/2023 |
| Franchise | Total Mayhem Games |
| Developer | Total Mayhem Games |
| Publisher | Total Mayhem Games |
| Steam App Id | 2296990 |
7. Rush Rally 3
Indie smash hit Rush Rally 3 is a Simulation-style rally driving game created by just one person. Take on the challenge of rallies, rallycross and hill climbs, across 11 countries, with over 20 different cars. All of which can all be upgraded, tuned and customised to your liking.
Rush Rally 3 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 771 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 730 positive reviews and 41 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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 | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 11/24/2022 |
| Developer | Brownmonster Limited |
| Publisher | Brownmonster Limited |
| Steam App Id | 2020860 |
8. The Conquest of Go
Learn and play Go, the classic board game that has been played for thousands of years, and compete in the race to conquer the most land in the in-game world, or compete online against opponents around the real world.
The Conquest of Go has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 459 positive reviews and 27 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 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.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 12/7/2020 |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1264970 |
9. Root
Might makes right in the wild wood! The award-winning board game of asymmetrical woodland warfare comes to cross-platform digital play! Combine subtle strategy and bold daring to guide your forest faction to victory!
Root has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,750 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,276 positive reviews and 474 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.49 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.
| Steam Price | $7.49 |
| Release Date | 9/24/2020 |
| Franchise | DireWolfDigital |
| Developer | Dire Wolf |
| Publisher | Dire Wolf |
| Steam App Id | 965580 |
10. New Heights: Realistic Climbing and Bouldering
The ultimate climbing and bouldering simulation game. Explore and climb 250 real world routes, create your own routes and compete against your friends from the safety of your computer.
New Heights: Realistic Climbing and Bouldering has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $21.99 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 | $21.99 |
| Release Date | 7/7/2023 |
| Franchise | WhisperGames |
| Developer | Wikkl Works |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2179440 |
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| 64 | 11/2/2022 | 92 | $2.69 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 5/24/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/7/2025 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 987 | 6/13/2025 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 9/1/2017 | 89 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 9/14/2023 | 89 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/24/2022 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/7/2020 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 232 | 9/24/2020 | 87 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 7/7/2023 | 86 | $21.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). Magic Rampage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Paper Animal Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 29). Backpack Battles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 6). D&D Lords of Waterdeep on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 16). We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 17). Rush Rally 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). The Conquest of Go on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 29). Root on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 21). New Heights: Realistic Climbing and Bouldering on Steam. Steam Store.