Free Choices Matter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,140 Choices Matter 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 Choices Matter game rankings were last updated on 1/10/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Choices Matter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 77. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 215,060 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 166,202 positive reviews and 48,858 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
2. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
DDNet has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,428 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,343 positive reviews and 3,085 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 DDNet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2020 |
| Developer | DDNet Team |
| Publisher | DDNet Team |
| Steam App Id | 412220 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,321 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,552 positive reviews and 6,769 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 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
4. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,591 positive reviews and 546 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 ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
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| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
5. Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Farmer Against Potatoes Idle has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,605 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,312 positive reviews and 293 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 9/5/2024 |
| Developer | Oni Gaming |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 1535560 |
6. Galaxy Idle Clicker
Embark on an interstellar journey with Galaxy Idle Clicker! Conquer galaxies, upgrade your spaceship, and face off against a myriad of enemy ships. With engaging minigames, powerful upgrades, GIC delivers an unparalleled idle space adventure. Join the cosmic conquest today and dominate the universe!
Galaxy Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 385 positive reviews and 109 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 Galaxy Idle Clicker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Antimatter Dimensions
Earn antimatter through dimensions! Gain Infinite antimatter to collapse the universe!
Antimatter Dimensions has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,052 positive reviews and 250 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 Antimatter Dimensions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/17/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1399720 |
8. Everlasting Summer
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Everlasting Summer has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,855 positive reviews and 3,823 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 not possible to play or run Everlasting Summer on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/19/2014 |
| Developer | Soviet Games |
| Publisher | Soviet Games |
| Steam App Id | 331470 |
9. Airline Manager
Create and manage your own airline. Create both passenger and cargo routes all over the world while you upgrade and expand your fleet of airplanes and airports. Airline Manager is among the most realistic of its genre - so prove yourself and beat your friends and other real life managers.
Airline Manager has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,618 positive reviews and 687 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 Airline Manager on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/23/2021 |
| Developer | Trophy Games |
| Publisher | Trophy Games |
| Steam App Id | 1641650 |
10. Town of Salem 2
Step into the Town of Salem, a realm of Mystery and Deceit awaits! Join us in this thrilling online strategy game. Experience paranoia, taste triumph, and confront Murder in every move!
Town of Salem 2 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,116 positive reviews and 2,249 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 Town of Salem 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/25/2023 |
| Developer | BlankMediaGames LLC |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2140510 |
More Free Choices Matter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Choices Matter games available on Steam.
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| 14,112 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,813 | 8/17/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,353 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,384 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,877 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,659 | 7/18/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,488 | 12/17/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 348 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 320 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 285 | 8/25/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 273 | 8/31/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 251 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 238 | 11/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 220 | 12/10/2021 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 1/30/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 163 | 9/26/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159 | 3/3/2017 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 149 | 11/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 146 | 9/14/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 144 | 4/13/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Antimatter Dimensions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Everlasting Summer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 18). Airline Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 6). Town of Salem 2 on Steam. Steam Store.