Free 2D Games on Steam
Steam currently has 35,096 2D 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 game rankings were last updated on 12/15/2024.
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1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,156 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,696 positive reviews and 14,460 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
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 free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 287,124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278,842 positive reviews and 8,282 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It 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. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,572 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,854 positive reviews and 19,718 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
4. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,610 positive reviews and 1,377 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
5. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,230 positive reviews and 225 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,641 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,315 positive reviews and 2,326 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It 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 |
7. Tapple - Idle Clicker
Welcome to Tapple, the idle clicker game where every tap brings you closer to an ever-growing collection of Tapples. Build your empire one tap at a time, discover unique Tapple drops, and experience the rewarding gameplay that keeps you coming back for more.
Tapple - Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 592 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 420 positive reviews and 172 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It 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 | 6/29/2024 |
| Developer | Zeeno |
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| Steam App Id | 3047030 |
8. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,629 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,178 positive reviews and 7,451 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
9. Goose Goose Duck
Time to be a Silly Goose! Immerse yourself in the various environments of the Birdverse of Goose Goose Duck. A game of social deduction where you and your fellow geese must work together to complete your mission. Watch out for those malicious Mallards and other birds!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,139 positive reviews and 8,983 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
10. 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 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,753 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,889 positive reviews and 2,864 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 |
More Free 2D Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free 2D games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 112,057 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27,952 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,399 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,632 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,414 | 10/11/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,985 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,595 | 6/29/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,209 | 2/26/2023 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,914 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,469 | 8/17/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,848 | 2/21/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,087 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,405 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,792 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,600 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,353 | 5/14/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,082 | 4/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,827 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,690 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,643 | 7/18/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Tapple - Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.