Free Abstract Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,051 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 6/9/2025.
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1. Puck
Fast-paced physics-based hockey simulation where precision, strategy, and chaos collide. Control every move, pass, and shot with realistic puck physics, dynamic player movement, and thrilling gameplay. Master the rink with friends or team up with other Puck players for ultimate hockey dominance!
Puck holds the #1 spot for "best free Abstract game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,407 positive reviews and 413 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 Puck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/4/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2994020 |
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 1,762 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,430 positive reviews and 332 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. Idle Sphere
Stunning sphere-themed idle/incremental game. Experience simplicity's beauty.
Idle Sphere has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138 positive reviews and 118 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 |
4. 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 48, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 805 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 380 positive reviews and 425 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 |
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 61, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 528 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 334 positive reviews and 194 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. 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 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,842 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,248 positive reviews and 594 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).
7. Nothing Together
A game about doing Nothing Together
Nothing Together has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,732 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,635 positive reviews and 97 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).
8. 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 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,471 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,383 positive reviews and 88 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
9. 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 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 275 positive reviews and 14 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 |
10. 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 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Abstract games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 118 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 103 positive reviews and 15 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 |
More Free Abstract Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Abstract games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 253 | 1/4/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 210 | 4/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 135 | 11/17/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 91 | 6/4/2020 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 9/22/2020 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 9/23/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 2/2/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 2/16/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 11/15/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 5/20/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 12/14/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 6/2/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 12/31/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 2/29/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 5/15/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 2/1/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 8/31/2022 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/26/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/12/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 11/8/2024 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 9). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 9). Puck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Idle Spiral on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Idle Sphere on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Crafting Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Space Travel Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). Prison Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Nothing Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). 20 Small Mazes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). ABI-DOS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Paint By Numbers on Steam. Steam Store.