Best Thriller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,204 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 12/13/2025.
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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 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 129,240 positive reviews and 2,721 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 43,020 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,070 positive reviews and 950 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 | 2/3/2021 |
| 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 20,735 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,239 positive reviews and 496 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 9,424 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,239 positive reviews and 185 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 800,612 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 766,083 positive reviews and 34,529 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Phasmophobia on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $13.99 |
| 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 24,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,551 positive reviews and 689 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. 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 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,513 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,500 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. 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,334 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,818 positive reviews and 1,516 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.09 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 | $9.09 |
| Release Date | 9/26/2024 |
| Franchise | CRITICAL REFLEX |
| Developer | Wrong Organ |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2475490 |
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 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,729 positive reviews and 57 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. 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 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,627 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,606 positive reviews and 21 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 |
More Thriller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Thriller games available on Steam.
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| 344 | 12/11/2024 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 2/3/2021 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 27 | 7/5/2016 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 10/13/2022 | 95 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14,304 | 9/18/2020 | 95 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 114 | 9/8/2016 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 2/6/2025 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 109 | 9/26/2024 | 94 | $9.09 | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 7/17/2025 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 5/31/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 11/1/2024 | 93 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 9/4/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 3/11/2019 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 8/1/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 1/12/2017 | 93 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 9/10/2021 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 66 | 11/5/2020 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
![[Nightmare Files] Clap Clap steam charts](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2933290/header.jpg) | 9 | 6/3/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 274 | 11/2/2022 | 92 | $1.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/3/2023 | 92 | $1.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). MiSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 4). Firework on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). The Room Two on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). The Case of the Golden Idol on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Phasmophobia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). STEINS;GATE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). of the Devil on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Mouthwashing on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). The Drifter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 9). Homicipher: Demo on Steam. Steam Store.