Free Choices Matter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,815 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 12/16/2025.
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1. THE FINALS
THE FINALS is the world’s first Dynamism Shooter, a free-to-play, fast-paced, physics-driven, first-person shooter set on the stage of the biggest Gameshow of the future! Fight for Fans and fortune in fully-destructible, virtual Arenas that guarantee no two rounds will ever play the same!
THE FINALS holds the #1 spot for "best free Choices Matter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 78. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 254,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 198,944 positive reviews and 55,150 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 | 12/8/2023 |
| 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 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,767 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,026 positive reviews and 4,741 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 70,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,602 positive reviews and 7,391 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,673 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,305 positive reviews and 368 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 |
5. 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 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 799 positive reviews and 265 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).
| Release Date | 8/6/2025 |
| Developer | Soehnle |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2962810 |
6. Soccer Manager 2026
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!
Soccer Manager 2026 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,992 positive reviews and 679 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 Soccer Manager 2026 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/23/2024 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 3217240 |
7. StarSavior
별이 깃든 구원자 육성담, 스타세이비어. 다양한 매력의 구원자들과 함께하는 서브컬쳐 수집형 RPG
StarSavior has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 270 positive reviews and 262 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 12/11/2025 |
| Developer | Studiobside |
| Publisher | Studiobside |
| Steam App Id | 3609080 |
8. SPARTA 2035 Prologue
Turn-based tactics & strategy about an elite mercenary squad with an old-school action-movie vibe. Command Sparta: recruit distinctive fighters, upgrade your base, run missions, and decide Africa’s future—no point-blank misses, with real ballistics.
SPARTA 2035 Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 11/4/2025 |
| Developer | Lipsar Studio |
| Publisher | Lipsar Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3972260 |
9. 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 60, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,981 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,641 positive reviews and 2,340 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Choices Matter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,755 positive reviews and 312 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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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1399720 |
More Free Choices Matter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Choices Matter games available on Steam.
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| 14,362 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,055 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,610 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,542 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,358 | 8/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,270 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,256 | 12/11/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,123 | 11/4/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,020 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,000 | 12/17/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 408 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 12/10/2021 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 268 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 243 | 12/2/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 210 | 1/29/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 184 | 8/25/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 181 | 4/13/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 160 | 11/1/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 160 | 3/22/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 155 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 2). Galaxy Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Soccer Manager 2026 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). StarSavior on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). SPARTA 2035 Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 20). Antimatter Dimensions on Steam. Steam Store.