Free Dark Fantasy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,762 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 7/4/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Dark Fantasy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 88. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 238,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 211,502 positive reviews and 26,772 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 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,350 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56,820 positive reviews and 10,530 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,455 positive reviews and 1,836 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 |
4. 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 52, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,092 positive reviews and 1,005 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Wizardry Variants Daphne on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/6/2025 |
| Franchise | Wizardry Official |
| Developer | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2379740 |
5. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale.
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,926 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,061 positive reviews and 1,865 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/21/2025 |
| Developer | Netmarble Neo |
| Publisher | Netmarble |
| Steam App Id | 3183280 |
6. 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 39, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,220 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,369 positive reviews and 3,851 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 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 |
7. 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 59, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,995 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,203 positive reviews and 792 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 |
8. Undecember
UNDECEMBER is a Hack & Slash Action RPG in which players are able to surpass the conventional limits of skills by endlessly combining variety of Skill and Link Runes. Become a Rune Hunter and experience the joy of farming and growth!
Undecember has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,458 positive reviews and 9,529 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Undecember on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2022 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
| Developer | Needs Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1549250 |
9. 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!
Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Dark Fantasy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,536 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,846 positive reviews and 2,690 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).
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.
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 21,089 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,187 positive reviews and 3,902 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 212500 |
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| 45,558 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34,807 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,927 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,055 | 3/6/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,531 | 5/21/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,365 | 4/28/2025 | 39 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 869 | 1/9/2024 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 766 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 737 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 620 | 6/6/2012 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 467 | 10/27/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 315 | 8/7/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 296 | 12/7/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 275 | 12/7/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 251 | 1/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 229 | 10/11/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 195 | 2/7/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 158 | 1/30/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 138 | 3/5/2019 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 4). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Wizardry Variants Daphne on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). Undecember on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). The Lord of the Rings Online™ on Steam. Steam Store.