Free Arcade Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,718 Arcade 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 Arcade game rankings were last updated on 1/16/2025.
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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 Arcade game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,694 positive reviews and 14,788 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. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,075 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,393 positive reviews and 12,682 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Stumble Guys
Race through obstacle courses against up to 32 players online. Run, jump and dash to the finish line until the best player takes the crown!
Stumble Guys has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 123,479 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 105,071 positive reviews and 18,408 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 Stumble Guys on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now.
Trackmania has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,165 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,782 positive reviews and 3,383 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 Trackmania on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Galaxy Idle Clicker
Embark on an interstellar journey with Galaxy Idle Clicker! Conquer galaxies, upgrade your spaceship, and face off against a myriad of enemy ships. With engaging minigames, powerful upgrades, GIC delivers an unparalleled idle space adventure. Join the cosmic conquest today and dominate the universe!
Galaxy Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 504 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 393 positive reviews and 111 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 Galaxy Idle Clicker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. HoloCure - Save the Fans!
Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game.
HoloCure - Save the Fans! has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,298 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,961 positive reviews and 337 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play HoloCure - Save the Fans! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2023 |
| Developer | KayAnimate |
| Publisher | KayAnimate |
| Steam App Id | 2420510 |
7. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars!
Asphalt Legends Unite has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,908 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,683 positive reviews and 2,225 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
8. Puck
Hop on your skates and jump into a physics based hockey game. No rules, no timeouts, just get the puck in the goal. May the best team win!
Puck has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 271 positive reviews and 39 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/4/2025 |
| Developer | Nils Asejevs |
| Publisher | Nils Asejevs |
| Steam App Id | 2994020 |
9. Slapshot: Rebound
Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players!
Slapshot: Rebound has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,377 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,377 positive reviews and 2,000 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 Slapshot: Rebound on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/11/2024 |
| Developer | Oddshot Games |
| Publisher | Oddshot Games |
| Steam App Id | 1173370 |
10. Caliber
Caliber is a team-based online shooter focused on special forces units from all over the world. More than 70 operators with unique abilities and weapons as well as various game modes and maps are waiting for you.
Caliber has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Arcade games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,705 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,097 positive reviews and 4,608 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 Caliber on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/12/2023 |
| Franchise | 1C Game Studios |
| Developer | 1C Game Studios |
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| Steam App Id | 307950 |
More Free Arcade Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Arcade games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 85,961 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,647 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,475 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,675 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,540 | 7/18/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,168 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,038 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 685 | 1/4/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 668 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 629 | 4/12/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 621 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 434 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 380 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 323 | 4/16/2008 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 317 | 8/12/2024 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 295 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 258 | 12/16/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 201 | 9/20/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 201 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Stumble Guys on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). HoloCure - Save the Fans! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Puck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Slapshot: Rebound on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Caliber on Steam. Steam Store.