Free Atmospheric Games on Steam
Steam currently has 17,295 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 5/18/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Atmospheric game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 593,676 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 477,127 positive reviews and 116,549 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
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 74, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216,706 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,032 positive reviews and 54,674 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. 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 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 538,766 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,040 positive reviews and 45,726 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 |
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 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 163,217 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 122,779 positive reviews and 40,438 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
5. 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 48, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,291 positive reviews and 32,630 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 |
6. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,326 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,507 positive reviews and 1,819 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 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 |
7. STALCRAFT
STALCRAFT is a dynamic MMOFPS with survival horror elements, set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
STALCRAFT has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,188 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,125 positive reviews and 10,063 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 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within the SCP Foundation during a containment breach, many of the anomalies have bypassed security and escaped from their chambers - without peaceful intentions. Become site personnel, a re-containment agent, or an anomalous entity and fight to take control of or escape the facility!
SCP: Secret Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 189,882 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 174,136 positive reviews and 15,746 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 |
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 60,437 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,278 positive reviews and 6,159 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 |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
10. ENDLESS™ Legend
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
ENDLESS™ Legend has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Atmospheric games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,699 positive reviews and 2,784 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play ENDLESS™ Legend on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 9/18/2014 |
| Franchise | Amplitude Studios |
| Developer | AMPLITUDE Studios |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Steam App Id | 289130 |
More Free Atmospheric Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Atmospheric games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 79,665 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26,992 | 2/1/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,185 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,669 | 12/8/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,351 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,252 | 3/25/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,574 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,437 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,124 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,341 | 9/18/2014 | 82 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,248 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,089 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,273 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,196 | 4/10/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,717 | 4/23/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,902 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,575 | 11/10/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,097 | 3/23/2021 | 87 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,002 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,842 | 11/27/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). STALCRAFT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). SCP: Secret Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 3). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). ENDLESS™ Legend on Steam. Steam Store.