Free Atmospheric Games on Steam
Steam currently has 23,461 Atmospheric 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 Atmospheric game rankings were last updated on 6/12/2025.
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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 Atmospheric game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,825 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,967 positive reviews and 15,858 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 Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 240,789 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181,929 positive reviews and 58,860 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. 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 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 497,960 positive reviews and 127,911 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
4. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 232,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 180,690 positive reviews and 51,718 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
5. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,093 positive reviews and 4,315 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 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 |
6. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,515 positive reviews and 48,886 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 |
7. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,032 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,747 positive reviews and 19,285 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. 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 54, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,708 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,784 positive reviews and 33,924 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 |
9. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 68,105 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,001 positive reviews and 7,104 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
10. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape.
SCP: Secret Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 214,702 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 196,259 positive reviews and 18,443 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 |
More Free Atmospheric Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Atmospheric games available on Steam.
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| 73,645 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40,248 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,977 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,270 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,502 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,305 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,799 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,986 | 11/11/2021 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,295 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,375 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,107 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,665 | 11/15/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,119 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,974 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,957 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,997 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,647 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,430 | 5/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,250 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,176 | 11/27/2019 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 10). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 11). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 8). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 10). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). SCP: Secret Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.