Free 2D Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,848 2D Platformer games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free 2D Platformer game rankings were last updated on 11/19/2025.
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1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D Platformer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 394,464 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 319,379 positive reviews and 75,085 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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 | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
2. Hero's Land
HERO'S LAND is an MMO PVPVE game where survival isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. Monsters and enemies are out to get you, making every encounter a potential ambush. Fight for glory, and welcome to a world where strategy and courage are your greatest assets.
Hero's Land has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,833 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,419 positive reviews and 20,414 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hero's Land on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
DDNet has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,993 positive reviews and 4,618 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DDNet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2020 |
| Developer | DDNet Team |
| Publisher | DDNet Team |
| Steam App Id | 412220 |
4. Idle Slayer
Idle Slayer is an incremental game with idle and active playstyle mechanics, medieval pixel art visuals and retro 8-bit sounds and music.
Idle Slayer has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,552 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,156 positive reviews and 1,396 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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 | 12/22/2020 |
| Developer | Pablo Leban |
| Publisher | Pablo Leban |
| Steam App Id | 1353300 |
5. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,360 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,150 positive reviews and 210 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
6. The Spike Cross
"The thrill of spiking in volleyball. Why don't you try it out?" Developed by an indie developer who loves volleyball! The sports game made after numerous trial and error to contain the appeal of volleyball!
The Spike Cross has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 637 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 517 positive reviews and 120 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run The Spike Cross on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/19/2025 |
| Developer | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Publisher | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3983810 |
7. Crusaders Quest : Mini
Meet Little Friends on the PC with Crusaders Quest : Mini (CQ:Mini)! You can work and study During the game, Crusader Quest's warriors fought hard and saved the Hasla continent You're leaving. You can collect the original warriors and costumes just for this game, too. Let go of your boredom
Crusaders Quest : Mini has achieved a Player Score of ?, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of undefined reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of undefined positive reviews and undefined negative reviews — making it "null" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 12/31/2025 (In 42 Days) |
| Developer | Loadcomplete |
| Publisher | LoadComplete |
| Steam App Id | 4038990 |
8. Tiny Shadows Interwoven Hearts
Programmer Lin Mo is tired of his monotonous life. One day, he meets a mysterious girl at a café who hides many secrets. As lies and true feelings intertwine, can this chance encounter save him from his numb existence? A visual novel filled with "love and hope".
Tiny Shadows Interwoven Hearts has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 604 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 594 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere!
Metal Slug: Awakening has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,299 positive reviews and 1,100 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Metal Slug: Awakening on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/19/2024 |
| Developer | Tencent |
| Publisher | HaoPlay Limited |
| Steam App Id | 2963870 |
10. Maiden And Lord
"Maiden And Lord" is a relatively casual strategy war game that emphasizes player cooperation and the development of civilizations. It introduces innovative mechanisms such as "Private Territory" and "Safe Gathering," creating a prosperous and harmonious otherworldly realm.
Maiden And Lord has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 716 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 628 positive reviews and 88 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Maiden And Lord on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/28/2025 |
| Developer | Maiden Team |
| Publisher | Maiden Team |
| Steam App Id | 3473160 |
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| 5,305 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,522 | 5/17/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 811 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 753 | 12/22/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 632 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 361 | 9/19/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 341 | 12/31/2025 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 229 | 11/7/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 222 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 145 | 3/28/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 123 | 1/2/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 121 | 7/8/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 101 | 2/17/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 92 | 8/8/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 8/4/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 7/11/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 7/10/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 77 | 7/12/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 61 | 4/29/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 60 | 6/26/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 18). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 17). Idle Slayer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 11). The Spike Cross on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Crusaders Quest : Mini on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 15). Tiny Shadows Interwoven Hearts on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 14). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Maiden And Lord on Steam. Steam Store.