Free Addictive Games on Steam
Steam currently has 508 Addictive 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 Addictive game rankings were last updated on 10/26/2025.
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1. 911 Operator
Game about the difficult work of people that manage emergency lines and services. Answer incoming calls and react properly - give first aid instructions, advise, dispatch correct number of firemen / police / ambulances, or sometimes - just ignore the call. Play on ANY CITY in the world!
911 Operator holds the #1 spot for "best free Addictive game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,651 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,800 positive reviews and 1,851 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 not possible to play or run 911 Operator on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 2/24/2017 |
| Developer | Jutsu Games |
| Publisher | Games Operators |
| Steam App Id | 503560 |
2. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,493 positive reviews and 3,801 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 | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
3. Clicker Heroes
Click your way through hordes of monsters, earn gold, and recruit quirky heroes with powerful skills. Progress even while you're idle, and watch the numbers climb into the absurd. It’s a never-ending journey of clicks, crits, and colossal damage.
Clicker Heroes has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 61,589 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,222 positive reviews and 6,367 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 not possible to play or run Clicker Heroes on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/13/2015 |
| Franchise | Playsaurus |
| Developer | Playsaurus |
| Publisher | Playsaurus |
| Steam App Id | 363970 |
4. Predecessor
Inspired by the legacy of Paragon, built with love by the community, and powered by Unreal Engine 5, Predecessor is the ultimate fusion of shooter action and MOBA strategy. Join more than 2,000,000 players and play for FREE now!
Predecessor has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,435 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,181 positive reviews and 4,254 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 Predecessor on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/20/2024 |
| Developer | Omeda Studios |
| Publisher | Omeda Studios |
| Steam App Id | 961200 |
5. AdVenture Capitalist
Welcome, eager young investor, to AdVenture Capitalist! Arguably the world's greatest Capitalism simulator!
AdVenture Capitalist has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,507 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,220 positive reviews and 7,287 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 AdVenture Capitalist on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/30/2015 |
| Developer | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Publisher | Hyper Hippo Games |
| Steam App Id | 346900 |
6. Realm Grinder
Grow your realm, build alliances, and explore one of the deepest idle RPGs ever!
Realm Grinder has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,221 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,286 positive reviews and 935 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 | 6/15/2017 |
| Franchise | Kongregate |
| Developer | Divine Games |
| Publisher | Kongregate |
| Steam App Id | 610080 |
7. Coloring Pixels
A relaxing coloring by numbers game. Enjoy completing a variety of images with differing themes, complexity, and sizes.
Coloring Pixels has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,828 positive reviews and 318 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 Coloring Pixels on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/17/2018 |
| Franchise | ToastieLabs |
| Developer | ToastieLabs |
| Publisher | ToastieLabs |
| Steam App Id | 897330 |
8. Marvel Puzzle Quest
The best in Match 3 puzzle gameplay meets Marvel's biggest Super Heroes and Super Villains with deep RPG leveling, player-vs-player tournaments, Alliances, and much more! It's time to unleash your inner Super Hero and wage war against your enemies!
Marvel Puzzle Quest has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,074 positive reviews and 1,352 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Marvel Puzzle Quest on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/5/2013 |
| Developer | Broken Circle Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 234330 |
9. Torque Drift
Build your car, earn sponsors, and compete in online multiplayer drift battles!
Torque Drift has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,359 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,434 positive reviews and 2,925 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 Torque Drift on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/21/2021 |
| Developer | Grease Monkey Games |
| Publisher | Grease Monkey Games |
| Steam App Id | 1029550 |
10. Crusaders of the Lost Idols
Crusaders of the Lost Idols is an idle game of heroic awesomeness! Create a band of fighters to fight monsters, earn gold and create strategies for the perfect formations over multiple campaigns! Upgrade your heroes, collect unique gear, and unlock new Crusaders in regular new events.
Crusaders of the Lost Idols has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Addictive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,427 positive reviews and 510 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 Crusaders of the Lost Idols on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/13/2015 |
| Developer | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Publisher | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 402840 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 6,264 | 2/24/2017 | 87 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,801 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,386 | 5/13/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,123 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,488 | 3/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 616 | 6/15/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 411 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 333 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 174 | 4/21/2021 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 168 | 10/13/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 12/7/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 11/11/2018 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/9/2015 | 63 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/29/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/15/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/1/2020 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 6/17/2019 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/26/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/12/2024 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/30/2017 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). 911 Operator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Clicker Heroes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 20). Predecessor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 28). AdVenture Capitalist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). Realm Grinder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). Coloring Pixels on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). Marvel Puzzle Quest on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). Torque Drift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Crusaders of the Lost Idols on Steam. Steam Store.