Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 66,981 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 5/21/2025.
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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 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,773 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,350 positive reviews and 423 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 89,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,550 positive reviews and 15,732 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. 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 239,194 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 180,782 positive reviews and 58,412 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 169,586 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 148,072 positive reviews and 21,514 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 |
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 24, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 341,843 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,171 positive reviews and 260,672 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 385,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 314,300 positive reviews and 71,338 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. 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 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,403 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,730 positive reviews and 673 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,945 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,825 positive reviews and 4,120 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 |
9. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,191 positive reviews and 4,328 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 554,912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,151 positive reviews and 48,761 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 |
More Free Casual Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Casual games available on Steam.
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| 114,222 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 108,132 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,419 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,942 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,444 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,385 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,188 | 5/1/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,804 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,168 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,422 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,093 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,721 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,622 | 11/11/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,075 | 8/27/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,606 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,976 | 9/28/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,738 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,679 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,647 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,589 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 19). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 20). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 20). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.