Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 54,082 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 5/4/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Casual game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,458 positive reviews and 12,192 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).
2. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,803 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,391 positive reviews and 4,412 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
3. 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 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 136,387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119,467 positive reviews and 16,920 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 4 EA |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
4. 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 19, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 265,821 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,838 positive reviews and 216,983 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Casual 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 |
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 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual 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 |
7. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,323 positive reviews and 63,814 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
8. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!
SMITE® has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,121 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92,725 positive reviews and 24,396 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 SMITE® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/8/2015 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 386360 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Casual 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Casual 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 |
More Free Casual Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Casual games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 55,964 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43,715 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41,010 | 6/18/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32,283 | 8/10/2023 | 19 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26,315 | 2/1/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,170 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,592 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,531 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,348 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,318 | 3/25/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,893 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,288 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,859 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,333 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,181 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,002 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,716 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,345 | 8/22/2023 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,326 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,250 | 7/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- 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). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). SMITE® 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.