Best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 1,528 Grid-Based Movement 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. Grid-Based Movement game rankings were last updated on 2/19/2025.
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1. Crypt of the NecroDancer
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
Crypt of the NecroDancer holds the #1 spot for "best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,813 positive reviews and 1,039 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 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 | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 4/23/2015 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Brace Yourself Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 247080 |
2. Cobalt Core
A sci-fi roguelike deckbuilder with a deep new single-axis spin on tactics games! Dodge missiles, line up your cannons, and blast 'em out of the sky... Then get to the bottom of these time loops, before it's too late!
Cobalt Core has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,195 positive reviews and 110 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 | 11/8/2023 |
| Franchise | Brace Yourself Games |
| Developer | Rocket Rat Games |
| Publisher | Brace Yourself Games |
| Steam App Id | 2179850 |
3. Moonring
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.
Moonring has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,963 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,891 positive reviews and 72 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 | 9/28/2023 |
| Developer | Fluttermind, LLC |
| Publisher | Fluttermind, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2373630 |
4. Can of Wormholes
Push, slice, ingest, flip, and squish worms in this puzzle game in which you play as a little sentient tin can.
Can of Wormholes has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 401 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/24/2023 |
| Developer | munted finger |
| Publisher | munted finger |
| Steam App Id | 1295320 |
5. Larcin Lazer
In this puzzle game combining action and stealth, your memory will be your best tool! Remember the location of the lasers, they disappear as soon as you move. Avoid deadly lasers with style, steal from the richest and save your cat 🐱 Prepare for a MEMORABLE heist
Larcin Lazer has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 268 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 266 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 1/24/2023 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Tambouille |
| Steam App Id | 1707400 |
6. Yugo Puzzle
Yugo Puzzle is a minimalist, relaxing, and satisfying puzzle game. Move jelly blocks left and right to merge them with the same color. It may sound simple, but it’s deceptively challenging. Enjoy the satisfaction of solving each puzzle.
Yugo Puzzle has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 261 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 258 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.79 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.
7. Lara Croft GO
Lara Croft GO is a turn based puzzle-adventure set in a long-forgotten world. Explore the ruins of an ancient civilization, discover well-kept secrets and face deadly challenges as you uncover the myth of the Queen of Venom.
Lara Croft GO has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,686 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,418 positive reviews and 268 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 12/4/2016 |
| Franchise | Tomb Raider |
| Developer | Square Enix Montréal |
| Publisher | Crystal Dynamics |
| Steam App Id | 540840 |
8. Potato Flowers in Full Bloom
Explore an underground labyrinth in search of mythical seeds in this 3D dungeon crawler RPG! Leaving things to chance will prove fatal🌱Explore underground labyrinths, expanding your range of actions as you go🌿Light up the path, defeat those in front of you, grow stronger, and unravel the mysteries
Potato Flowers in Full Bloom has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 506 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 485 positive reviews and 21 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.31 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 | $13.31 |
| Release Date | 3/10/2022 |
| Developer | Pon Pon Games |
| Publisher | PLAYISM |
| Steam App Id | 1601280 |
9. Slider
Slide chunks of the world to solve puzzles and help others. Control an ever-growing set of tiles and mechanics. Explore nine unique areas, unravel the mysteries of the universe, and reconnect the world -- one slider at a time.
Slider has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 292 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 284 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 7/24/2024 |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1916890 |
10. Shardpunk
The war is lost, the Capitol lies in ruins, and you’re on the run! Shardpunk mixes turn-based tactical strategy with RPG, survival, and resource management as you gather your team, scavenge for resources, fight enemy hordes, and seek shelter to live another day.
Shardpunk has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Grid-Based Movement Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 674 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 639 positive reviews and 35 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
| Steam Price | $13.99 |
| Release Date | 4/13/2023 |
| Franchise | Retrovibe |
| Developer | Clockwork Pile |
| Publisher | Retrovibe |
| Steam App Id | 1183800 |
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| 224 | 4/23/2015 | 94 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 11/8/2023 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 9/28/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 3/24/2023 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/24/2023 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 10/14/2021 | 90 | $4.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 12/4/2016 | 89 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 3/10/2022 | 89 | $13.31 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 7/24/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 4/13/2023 | 89 | $13.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Cobalt Core on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 15). Moonring on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 29). Can of Wormholes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Larcin Lazer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 11). Yugo Puzzle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Lara Croft GO on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 29). Potato Flowers in Full Bloom on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 3). Slider on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Shardpunk on Steam. Steam Store.