Best Thriller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,937 Thriller 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. Thriller game rankings were last updated on 9/27/2025.
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1. MiSide
Let's imagine that you have a game in which you care for a character. But could you imagine one day getting into that game yourself?
MiSide holds the #1 spot for "best Thriller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 118,068 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 115,556 positive reviews and 2,512 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MiSide on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Firework
An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering.
Firework has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,512 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,583 positive reviews and 929 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 not possible to play or run Firework on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 2/4/2021 |
| Developer | Shiying Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1288310 |
3. The Room Two
Unique events transport you to the halls of a long-forgotten crypt. The only means of escape lies locked within a stone pedestal, along with a note from your mysterious ally. His words promise assistance, but only serve to entice you into a compelling world of mystery and exploration.
The Room Two has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,967 positive reviews and 488 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. At the moment, it is possible to play The Room Two on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 7/5/2016 |
| Developer | Fireproof Games |
| Publisher | Fireproof Games |
| Steam App Id | 425580 |
4. The Case of the Golden Idol
A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.
The Case of the Golden Idol has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,918 positive reviews and 169 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 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 | $17.99 |
| Release Date | 10/13/2022 |
| Franchise | Playstack |
| Developer | Color Gray Games |
| Publisher | Playstack |
| Steam App Id | 1677770 |
5. Phasmophobia
Phasmophobia is a 4 player online co-op psychological horror. Paranormal activity is on the rise and it’s up to you and your team to use all the ghost-hunting equipment at your disposal in order to gather as much evidence as you can.
Phasmophobia has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 786,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 752,810 positive reviews and 33,373 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 | 9/18/2020 |
| Developer | Kinetic Games |
| Publisher | Kinetic Games |
| Steam App Id | 739630 |
6. STEINS;GATE
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
STEINS;GATE has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,443 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,786 positive reviews and 657 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play STEINS;GATE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 9/8/2016 |
| Franchise | Science Adventure Series |
| Developer | MAGES. Inc. |
| Publisher | Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 412830 |
7. Mouthwashing
The five crew members of the Tulpar are stranded in the empty reaches of space, shrouded in perpetual sunset. God is not watching.
Mouthwashing has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,433 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,095 positive reviews and 1,338 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.99 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 | $12.99 |
| Release Date | 9/26/2024 |
| Franchise | CRITICAL REFLEX |
| Developer | Wrong Organ |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2475490 |
8. Homicipher: Demo
Homicipher is a female-targeted language deciphering and exploration ADV based on the concept of "romance with horror men." The protagonist, who has wandered into another world, interacts with non-human beings to decipher their language while striving to escape.
Homicipher: Demo has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,625 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,606 positive reviews and 19 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 | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Gamera Games |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2423320 |
9. The Drifter
A Pulp Adventure Thriller - A murdered drifter awakens. Alive again, seconds before his death. Hunted and haunted, help him untangle a mad web of conspiracy in this fast-paced point 'n click thrill-ride.
The Drifter has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,062 positive reviews and 35 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 | 7/17/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Powerhoof |
| Steam App Id | 1170570 |
10. of the Devil
Immerse yourself in neon, smoke, and high-stakes legal gambles as a Defense Attorney with uniquely Killer insights in this episodic, diabolically stylish visual novel adventure game.
of the Devil has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,295 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,284 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 2/6/2025 |
| Developer | nth Circle Studios |
| Publisher | nth Circle Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2739630 |
More Thriller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Thriller games available on Steam.
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| 403 | 12/10/2024 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 2/4/2021 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 63 | 7/5/2016 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 10/13/2022 | 95 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 8,538 | 9/18/2020 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 119 | 9/8/2016 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 103 | 9/26/2024 | 94 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 5/31/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 7/17/2025 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 2/6/2025 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 9/4/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 3/11/2019 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 11/1/2024 | 93 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/1/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 1/12/2017 | 93 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/9/2021 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 11/5/2020 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/3/2023 | 92 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 11/2/2022 | 92 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
![[Nightmare Files] Clap Clap steam charts](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2933290/header.jpg) | 14 | 6/3/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). MiSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Firework on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 28). The Room Two on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). The Case of the Golden Idol on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 26). Phasmophobia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). STEINS;GATE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Mouthwashing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 1). Homicipher: Demo on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 1). The Drifter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 4). of the Devil on Steam. Steam Store.