Free Dark Fantasy Games on Steam

Steam currently has 4,937 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 8/28/2025.

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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.

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Limbus Company holds the #1 spot for "best free Dark Fantasy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 84. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,692 positive reviews and 10,790 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

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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 40,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,592 positive reviews and 1,963 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. 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.

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Off The Grid has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 717 positive reviews and 534 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 7/17/2025
Developer Gunzilla Games
Publisher Gunzilla Games
Steam App Id 3659280

4. 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.

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Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 239,615 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 212,887 positive reviews and 26,728 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

5. 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.

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Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 42, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,776 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,796 positive reviews and 3,980 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

6. 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.

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Dragonheir: Silent Gods has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,854 positive reviews and 1,213 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 10/26/2023
Franchise Infibit Games
Developer SGRA Studio
Publishers
Steam App Id 2203070

7. Book of Yog Idle RPG

The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team!

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Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,767 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,985 positive reviews and 2,782 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Book of Yog Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 4/25/2025
Developer 元气工作室
Publisher 元气工作室
Steam App Id 1097430

8. 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.

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Wizardry Variants Daphne has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,247 positive reviews and 1,107 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

9. 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.

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RAID: Shadow Legends has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,078 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,261 positive reviews and 817 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

10. 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.

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The Lord of the Rings Online™ has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,343 positive reviews and 3,985 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).

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51
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185
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68
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ASTRA: Knights of Veda steam charts
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 17). Dragonheir: Silent Gods on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Wizardry Variants Daphne on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 17). The Lord of the Rings Online™ on Steam. Steam Store.

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