Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 69,008 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 7/11/2025.
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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 27,673 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,038 positive reviews and 635 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 |
| Developer | Marcel Zurawka |
| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,253 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,208 positive reviews and 16,045 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 |
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 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 173,601 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 151,571 positive reviews and 22,030 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 242,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 183,254 positive reviews and 59,392 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 |
5. 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 25, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346,905 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,074 positive reviews and 262,831 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 |
6. 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 sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 388,502 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 315,983 positive reviews and 72,519 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,989 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,943 positive reviews and 49,046 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 |
8. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,544 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,721 positive reviews and 823 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/1/2025 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
9. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 33, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,047 positive reviews and 10,516 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,949 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,433 positive reviews and 4,516 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 |
More Free Casual Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Casual games available on Steam.
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| 122,982 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 84,704 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,618 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,260 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,673 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,850 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,400 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,224 | 5/1/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,113 | 6/15/2025 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,420 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,275 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,551 | 10/4/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,482 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,481 | 11/10/2021 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,328 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,688 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,286 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,947 | 12/8/2020 | 83 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,936 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,931 | 11/15/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 12). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.