Free 2D Games on Steam
Steam currently has 47,082 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 2/2/2026.
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1. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,172 positive reviews and 2,044 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.
| Release Date | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,053 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,864 positive reviews and 17,189 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 352,284 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 342,199 positive reviews and 10,085 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).
4. 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 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 92,751 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80,619 positive reviews and 12,132 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,135 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,886 positive reviews and 2,249 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 |
6. 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 72, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,531 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,397 positive reviews and 26,134 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,595 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,444 positive reviews and 3,151 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 |
8. 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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,371 positive reviews and 1,346 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 | 5/1/2025 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
9. SEGA FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS
Powered by Football Manager ™, featuring player data from FIFPRO™. Allowing you to compete in J League, K League, and more! Become the manager of your club and bring your team to global superstars. Pre-register now and be the first to enjoy strategic gameplay, real players, and thrilling matches!
SEGA FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS has achieved a Player Score of 35, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 150 positive reviews and 319 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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.
10. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,344 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,848 positive reviews and 10,496 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 |
More Free 2D Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free 2D games available on Steam.
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| 138,675 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,901 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,332 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,301 | 2/26/2023 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,804 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,396 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,982 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,335 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,258 | 1/22/2026 | 35 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,783 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,240 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,993 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,867 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,721 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,271 | 10/3/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,974 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,830 | 2/21/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,722 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,611 | 5/14/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,562 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 4). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 3). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 4). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 4). SEGA FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.