Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 76,698 Casual 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 Casual game rankings were last updated on 2/2/2026.
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1. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat holds the #1 spot for "best free Casual game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,085 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,042 positive reviews and 2,043 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
2. Heartopia
Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.
Heartopia has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,898 positive reviews and 1,557 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 Heartopia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/17/2026 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 4025700 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 255,867 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 192,832 positive reviews and 63,035 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 |
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 Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,053 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,864 positive reviews and 17,189 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. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 187,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 163,085 positive reviews and 24,452 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
6. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 27, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 369,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97,774 positive reviews and 271,507 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
7. 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 57, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,157 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,360 positive reviews and 34,797 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 |
8. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,323 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,831 positive reviews and 10,492 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 Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,510 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,566 positive reviews and 49,944 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 |
10. 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 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,886 positive reviews and 5,424 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 |
More Free Casual Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Casual games available on Steam.
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| 160,576 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 52,913 | 1/17/2026 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47,590 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,534 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,998 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,253 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,189 | 11/11/2021 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,193 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,804 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,349 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,198 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,433 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,228 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,182 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,999 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,487 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,231 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,610 | 3/4/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,957 | 1/14/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,492 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 3). Heartopia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 3). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 31). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 3). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.