Free Abstract Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,730 Abstract 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 Abstract game rankings were last updated on 1/7/2025.
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1. Idle Sphere
Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.
Idle Sphere holds the #1 spot for "best free Abstract game on Steam" with a Player Score of 58. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 178 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 107 positive reviews and 71 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Idle Sphere on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/17/2024 |
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| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3217600 |
2. Idle Spiral
This is a beautiful "Idle", "Incremental" game based on spirals and mathematics. Your goal is to make the spiral grow farther and farther from the origin. The game is very simple, but it is very deep and can be enjoyed for a long time!
Idle Spiral has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,690 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,381 positive reviews and 309 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 Idle Spiral on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/30/2022 |
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| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1827980 |
3. Crafting Idle Clicker
Craft a complex production line, earn idle cash and become an industrial tycoon!
Crafting Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 748 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 350 positive reviews and 398 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Crafting Idle Clicker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/4/2020 |
| Developer | Bling Bling Games GmbH |
| Publisher | Bling Bling Games GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 1250790 |
4. ABI-DOS
Build the most advanced operating system ever created! Can you master the fictional simulation language of this mind-bending machine? Design circuits, automate UBITS (coloured mobile data blocks), and optimize your system. The Admin is always watching, and he’s not what he seems.
ABI-DOS has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 160 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 153 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 11/15/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2180700 |
5. Space Travel Idle
If you ever dreamed of exploring space at a relaxed pace, here's a journey designed for you.
Space Travel Idle has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 333 positive reviews and 187 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Space Travel Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/22/2020 |
| Developer | Ayatsuji_San |
| Publisher | Spaceive |
| Steam App Id | 1407860 |
6. Nothing Together
A game about doing Nothing Together
Nothing Together has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,540 positive reviews and 93 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 Nothing Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. 20 Small Mazes
This is a puzzle game with twenty small mazes. They're good mazes, though.
20 Small Mazes has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,798 positive reviews and 74 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play 20 Small Mazes on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Prison Life
An online game that you'll play with 3-11 players as a Prisoner or a Guard and will try to escape or prevent escapes. Loot, Craft, and make your way to the exit, or investigate and arrest wanted players as a guard!
Prison Life has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,758 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,188 positive reviews and 570 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Prison Life on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Paint By Numbers
The team of artists has just received an invitation to the Intergalactic Painting Tournament! Choose from 1000+ artworks and PAINT BY NUMBERS to bring them to life! Colorful pixel art adventures are coming!
Paint By Numbers has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 5/20/2021 |
| Franchise | Oleg Sereda |
| Developer | Oleg Sereda |
| Publisher | Oleg Sereda |
| Steam App Id | 1605290 |
10. On Track
On Track is a cozy productivity tracker to help you rejuvenate, relax, and focus on tasks you want to accomplish. Watch a lush landscape roll by as you watch from your cozy train seat. Set a timer to focus, manage a todo list with all your goals, and relax as you stay on track.
On Track has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 7/31/2024 |
| Franchise | GIGATANK3000 |
| Developer | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Publisher | GIGATANK 3000 |
| Steam App Id | 2836290 |
More Free Abstract Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Abstract games available on Steam.
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| 336 | 11/17/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 312 | 4/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 109 | 6/4/2020 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 93 | 11/15/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 51 | 9/22/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 2/2/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 2/16/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 9/23/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 5/20/2021 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 7/31/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 11/8/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 2/29/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 12/14/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 4/30/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 2/13/2014 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/31/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/12/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/9/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/3/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 7/17/2024 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). Idle Sphere on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 6). Idle Spiral on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Crafting Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). ABI-DOS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). Space Travel Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Nothing Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). 20 Small Mazes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 27). Prison Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Paint By Numbers on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 22). On Track on Steam. Steam Store.