Free Dark Fantasy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,458 Dark Fantasy 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 Dark Fantasy game rankings were last updated on 1/8/2026.
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1. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company holds the #1 spot for "best free Dark Fantasy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 85. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,445 positive reviews and 12,027 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
2. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,981 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,781 positive reviews and 2,200 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 not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
3. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 243,567 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 216,809 positive reviews and 26,758 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 Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
4. Off The Grid
Welcome to Off The Grid, the next-gen free to play Battle Royale from visionary director Neill Blomkamp. Set in a near-future world where contestants are cybernetically augmented and dropped into televised bloodsport. Death is temporary, but fame is forever.
Off The Grid has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,848 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,009 positive reviews and 839 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Off The Grid on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/17/2025 |
| Developer | Gunzilla Games |
| Publisher | Gunzilla Games |
| Steam App Id | 3659280 |
5. Dreadmyst
Dreadmyst is an online fantasy RPG running on its own engine. Customize your stats and abilities as you slaughter the aberrations plaguing a cursed land. Choose from four playable classes, level up, farm gear, run dungeons (PvE), and fight other players (PvP). Tab target combat.
Dreadmyst has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 289 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 1/9/2026 |
| Developer | dreadmyst.com |
| Publisher | dreadmyst.com |
| Steam App Id | 4241850 |
6. Wizardry Variants Daphne
3D Dungeon RPG The portal of despair opens again. The labyrinth calls you to destruction. Revel in the endless dangers, relish the risk, devour the rewards. Savor the risk.
Wizardry Variants Daphne has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,927 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,653 positive reviews and 1,274 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 Wizardry Variants Daphne on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/6/2025 |
| Franchise | Wizardry Official |
| Developer | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2379740 |
7. Infinity Nikki
Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,026 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,783 positive reviews and 4,243 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinity Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
8. RAID: Shadow Legends
RAID: Shadow Legends is a free-to-play collection RPG with 800+ playable Champions and 8 game modes. Heed the Arbiter's call and defend the dark fantasy world of Teleria.
RAID: Shadow Legends has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,451 positive reviews and 900 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play RAID: Shadow Legends on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/9/2024 |
| Developer | Plarium Global Ltd |
| Publisher | Plarium Global Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2333480 |
9. The Lord of the Rings Online™
Join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the award-winning online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth.
The Lord of the Rings Online™ has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,982 positive reviews and 4,149 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 Lord of the Rings Online™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/6/2012 |
| Franchise | Daybreak Game Company |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 212500 |
10. Dragonheir: Silent Gods
The Reborn update brings massive improvements after months offline: log in now to claim 650 FREE summons, enjoy 70% discount on pulls, and participate in the "Summon More, Get More" event to build your ultimate team.
Dragonheir: Silent Gods has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,254 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,958 positive reviews and 1,296 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dragonheir: Silent Gods on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/27/2023 |
| Franchise | Infibit Games |
| Developer | SGRA Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2203070 |
More Free Dark Fantasy Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Dark Fantasy games available on Steam.
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| 39,390 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,624 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,178 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,096 | 7/17/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,419 | 1/9/2026 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,532 | 3/6/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,325 | 4/28/2025 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,579 | 1/9/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,262 | 6/6/2012 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 861 | 10/27/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 528 | 1/10/2026 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 439 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 392 | 5/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 378 | 12/6/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 349 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 340 | 3/5/2019 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 329 | 10/16/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 315 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 247 | 10/11/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 209 | 8/28/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 11). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 11). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 11). Dreadmyst on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 9). Wizardry Variants Daphne on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 10). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 4). The Lord of the Rings Online™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 5). Dragonheir: Silent Gods on Steam. Steam Store.