Best Free to Play Games on Steam (for Mac OS)
Steam currently has 15,406 Free to Play games, but not all of them are able to be played on Mac. 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. Free to Play game rankings were last updated on 7/8/2024.
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1. Helltaker
Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.
Helltaker holds the #1 spot for "best Mac OS Free to Play game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,388 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,750 positive reviews and 2,638 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Helltaker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 260,846 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 253,179 positive reviews and 7,667 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Pineapple on pizza
Can a video game convey a flavor?
Pineapple on pizza has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,982 positive reviews and 464 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free 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.
| Release Date | 3/28/2023 |
| Developer | Majorariatto |
| Publisher | Majorariatto |
| Steam App Id | 2263010 |
4. Doki Doki Literature Club!
The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Doki Doki Literature Club! has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 200,628 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193,595 positive reviews and 7,033 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 Doki Doki Literature Club! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/6/2017 |
| Developer | Team Salvato |
| Publisher | Team Salvato |
| Steam App Id | 698780 |
5. Iron Snout
Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.
Iron Snout has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,285 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,896 positive reviews and 389 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Iron Snout on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,238 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,677 positive reviews and 561 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 The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Word Game: Episode 0
Word game is literally a game of words. Player controls "I" to find clues between lines, delete words to change the meaning of sentences, or shift words to rewrite facts. “I” must be wise and brave enough complete the mission of words. May the best "I” win!
Word Game: Episode 0 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,510 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,457 positive reviews and 53 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 Word Game: Episode 0 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Please, Touch The Artwork 2
A handpainted cozy hidden object adventure. Explore a surreal world. Collect items for its quirky inhabitants. Fix damaged paintings and solve casual puzzles. Help a lost skeleton painter find his way home. This game is short but 100% FREE (no ads, no dlc's).
Please, Touch The Artwork 2 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,805 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free 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.
| Release Date | 2/19/2024 |
| Franchise | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Developer | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Publisher | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Steam App Id | 2600140 |
9. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,213 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,151 positive reviews and 2,062 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
10. The Expendabros
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe. Battle in a flurry of bullets and non-stop action through ten full-throttle missions set amongst the picturesque tree tops and the absurdly dangerous lumber mills teeming with enemy soldiers,...
The Expendabros has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Mac OS Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,072 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,573 positive reviews and 499 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/5/2014 |
| Franchise | Free Lives |
| Developer | Free Lives |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 312990 |
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 | 14 | 3/28/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 380 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/14/2021 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 2/19/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,461 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 8/5/2014 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 8). Helltaker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 25). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 16). Pineapple on pizza on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 24). Doki Doki Literature Club! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Iron Snout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 24). Word Game: Episode 0 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Please, Touch The Artwork 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 25). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 25). The Expendabros on Steam. Steam Store.