Free Anime Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,088 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 12/19/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Anime game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 253,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 190,818 positive reviews and 62,316 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 |
2. 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 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,733 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,766 positive reviews and 11,967 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 |
3. 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 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,219 positive reviews and 3,413 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 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 |
4. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,760 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,684 positive reviews and 17,076 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 |
5. 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 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,374 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,731 positive reviews and 25,643 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 |
6. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,830 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,747 positive reviews and 5,083 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
7. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,319 positive reviews and 16,921 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
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| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
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 49,637 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,797 positive reviews and 840 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. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby, winner of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025, 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 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,489 positive reviews and 2,645 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 |
10. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 900 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 50, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Anime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,549 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,841 positive reviews and 51,708 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Anime games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 54,066 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,199 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,557 | 4/28/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,701 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,905 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,790 | 11/6/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,112 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,279 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,875 | 6/25/2025 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,716 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,099 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,645 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,282 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,691 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,197 | 1/7/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,992 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,842 | 11/10/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,838 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,786 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,721 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 26). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 26). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 27). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 26). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.