Free Crime Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,749 Crime 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 Crime game rankings were last updated on 10/30/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Crime game on Steam" with a Player Score of 26. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 358,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,321 positive reviews and 267,396 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 |
2. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Play a story-driven room escape game with unique puzzles enjoyed by tens of millions of players. Solve mysteries, puzzle through escape rooms, and find the clue that will crack the case in a critically acclaimed puzzle adventure game!
Adventure Escape Mysteries has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,022 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 880 positive reviews and 142 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 Adventure Escape Mysteries on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Haiku Games Co |
| Publisher | Haiku Games Co |
| Steam App Id | 1141020 |
3. APB Reloaded
The world’s first and premier Action MMO Third Person Shooter allows you to choose between two sides of the law. Play as Enforcer or Criminal, customize your gear for the task at hand and hit the streets and play how you want in a city filled with more action this side of a Hollywood blockbuster.
APB Reloaded has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,382 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,728 positive reviews and 13,654 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play APB Reloaded on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2011 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Little Orbit |
| Steam App Id | 113400 |
4. Saihate Station
An exploration/horror/adventure game about the codependent, love-hate relationship between two men.
Saihate Station has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,909 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,667 positive reviews and 242 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Saihate Station on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. cyberpunkdreams
2090s America, torn apart by war and corporate greed. A lone traveller stands outside the gates of Cincinnati, greatest of the border cities. How far will you go to make it to the top? How far will you go to fulfil your mission?
cyberpunkdreams has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,106 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 854 positive reviews and 252 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play cyberpunkdreams on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/14/2021 |
| Developer | Late Night Games |
| Publisher | Late Night Games |
| Steam App Id | 1361680 |
6. SWAT Commander: Prologue
The FREE PROLOGUE version of our tactical squad shooter. In SWAT Commander: Prologue, you join an elite special forces unit. Team up with other operatives, manage your equipment, and most importantly – complete your mission successfully.
SWAT Commander: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 822 positive reviews and 579 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SWAT Commander: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/4/2025 |
| Franchise | Ritual Interactive |
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| Publisher | Ritual Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2428730 |
7. Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day
'Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day' places you in a law enforcement role during minor post-match riots. Manage crowds, establish secure perimeters, and navigate confrontations, choosing strategies that prioritize bystander safety. Learn, decide, and lead! *This is a free prologue*
Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 654 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 384 positive reviews and 270 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/21/2025 |
| Franchise | Ultimate Games S.A. |
| Developer | Corpix Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2535680 |
8. NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE
Descend into the underworld of Japanese street racing. Set between 1990-2009, join the local street racing crews in their battle for territory control. Explore the real location open world(s), compete in wager races, battle other crews and upgrade your vehicles with detailed car customization.
NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,709 positive reviews and 941 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/23/2024 |
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| Publisher | PLANET JEM |
| Steam App Id | 2707900 |
9. Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue
When there’s a call, you are the man to clean up after your client’s dirty job. Siding with the mafia is a dangerous game, but they pay well, and you need money, right? So take your mop and better remove those bloodstains quickly before the police come.
Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,995 positive reviews and 263 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 Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/4/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2540100 |
10. Unsolved Case
A new lead turns up old doubts about an 'Unsolved Case'. A trap, or a copycat killer? In this co-op puzzle game prequel to the award-winning Cryptic Killer series, put on your detective badges as you collaborate and communicate to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and catch the Cryptic Killer.
Unsolved Case has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Crime games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,307 positive reviews and 737 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/24/2022 |
| Franchise | Eleven Puzzles |
| Developer | Eleven Puzzles |
| Publisher | Eleven Puzzles |
| Steam App Id | 2084050 |
More Free Crime Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Crime games available on Steam.
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| 18,694 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 100 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 81 | 12/7/2011 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 80 | 3/7/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50 | 5/14/2021 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49 | 4/4/2025 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46 | 5/21/2025 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 11/24/2022 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 7/28/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 7/2/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 12/27/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 2/7/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 9/5/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 7/25/2018 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/4/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/2/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/10/2020 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 4/3/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 15). Adventure Escape Mysteries on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). APB Reloaded on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Saihate Station on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). cyberpunkdreams on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). SWAT Commander: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 8). NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). Unsolved Case on Steam. Steam Store.