Free Adventure Games on Steam
Steam currently has 48,539 Adventure 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 Adventure game rankings were last updated on 4/21/2024.
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1. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned holds the #1 spot for "best free Adventure game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 538,089 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,414 positive reviews and 45,675 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
2. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 591,645 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 475,538 positive reviews and 116,107 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
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 Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 245,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238,607 positive reviews and 7,232 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. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 134,955 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,222 positive reviews and 16,733 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims 4 EA |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
5. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 220,140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 195,901 positive reviews and 24,239 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 Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
6. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 215,905 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161,191 positive reviews and 54,714 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
7. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,273 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,855 positive reviews and 32,418 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
8. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 30 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,815 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 103,668 positive reviews and 7,147 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Aimlabs on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/17/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
9. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within the SCP Foundation during a containment breach, many of the anomalies have bypassed security and escaped from their chambers - without peaceful intentions. Become site personnel, a re-containment agent, or an anomalous entity and fight to take control of or escape the facility!
SCP: Secret Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 188,854 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 173,213 positive reviews and 15,641 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 SCP: Secret Laboratory on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/29/2017 |
| Developer | Northwood Studios |
| Publisher | Northwood Studios |
| Steam App Id | 700330 |
10. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,976 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,344 positive reviews and 1,632 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
More Free Adventure Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Adventure games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 51,103 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46,389 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,525 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24,771 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,994 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,195 | 2/1/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,474 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,940 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,348 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,454 | 3/25/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,131 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,272 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,227 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,106 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,065 | 4/2/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,986 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,904 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,616 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,582 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,490 | 4/10/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 26). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). SCP: Secret Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.