Free Anime Games on Steam
Steam currently has 16,060 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 7/23/2025.
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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 90,604 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,424 positive reviews and 16,180 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 243,982 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184,149 positive reviews and 59,833 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. 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 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,944 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,559 positive reviews and 1,385 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,435 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,753 positive reviews and 10,682 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 |
5. eFootball™
The feverish football game with a worldwide total of 850 million downloads is waiting for you! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,324 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,137 positive reviews and 49,187 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 | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
6. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,829 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,204 positive reviews and 4,625 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,565 positive reviews and 23,282 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 |
8. 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 34, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,381 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,752 positive reviews and 11,629 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 |
9. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,940 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,348 positive reviews and 2,592 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.
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,880 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,882 positive reviews and 1,998 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Anime games available on Steam.
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| 94,694 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38,356 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,282 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,442 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,172 | 9/30/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,767 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,225 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,916 | 6/15/2025 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,853 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,832 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,259 | 6/25/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,658 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,652 | 7/3/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,699 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,645 | 8/13/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,318 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,306 | 7/20/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,263 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,114 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,099 | 12/3/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 23). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 3). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 3). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 3). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 2). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.