Free Anime Games on Steam
Steam currently has 16,962 Anime 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 Anime game rankings were last updated on 9/14/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Anime game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,870 positive reviews and 16,476 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 |
2. 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 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 247,389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 186,511 positive reviews and 60,878 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 |
3. 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 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,037 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,511 positive reviews and 11,526 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 |
4. 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 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,389 positive reviews and 24,080 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 |
5. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,738 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,657 positive reviews and 2,081 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 Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3224770 |
6. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 29, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,030 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,111 positive reviews and 15,919 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.
| Release Date | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
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| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
7. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 850 million downloads! The stars of today, legends of the past, and fellow users from around the world are all waiting for you!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98,315 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,035 positive reviews and 50,280 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/29/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
8. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,761 positive reviews and 816 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
9. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,935 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,435 positive reviews and 2,500 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
10. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create a guild of heroes who keep fighting, even while you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock new classes, and level up 19 unique skills! Each World Boss you defeat unlocks new content, so there's always something new to play!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,280 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,568 positive reviews and 4,712 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Anime games available on Steam.
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| 77,135 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,971 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,668 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,341 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,386 | 6/25/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,040 | 6/15/2025 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,781 | 9/29/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,702 | 8/13/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,685 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,385 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,986 | 10/4/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,045 | 1/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,537 | 7/20/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,312 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,503 | 9/10/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,217 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,771 | 2/29/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,575 | 3/4/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,228 | 4/28/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,183 | 1/8/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 14). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 14). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 30). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 30). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 25). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 26). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.