Free Dark Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,673 Dark 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 game rankings were last updated on 3/21/2025.
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1. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio holds the #1 spot for "best free Dark game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,271 positive reviews and 1,601 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 |
2. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56,051 positive reviews and 17,251 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Dark and Darker has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,837 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,525 positive reviews and 19,312 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 Dark and Darker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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 55, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 864 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 478 positive reviews and 386 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 | 3/6/2025 |
| Franchise | Wizardry Official |
| Developer | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Drecom Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2379740 |
5. TRIBE NINE
Defy the madness. Brutal Action RPG "TRIBE NINE" Set in the nation of Neo Tokyo, where absolute madness rules. Here, teens face life-or-death battles, constantly resisting the harsh and unjust world—all in pursuit of reclaiming their lost freedom and dreams.
TRIBE NINE has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,528 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,679 positive reviews and 849 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 TRIBE NINE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2025 |
| Developer | Akatsuki Games Inc. |
| Publisher | Akatsuki Games Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2376580 |
6. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,359 positive reviews and 14,578 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
7. King Arthur: Legends Rise
Embark on a dark squad RPG journey inspired by King Arthur's perilous adventures. Gather loyal heroes, explore a vast world, and battle against mythical bosses and monsters to restore the kingdom's former glory.
King Arthur: Legends Rise has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 421 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 276 positive reviews and 145 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 | 1/21/2025 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2279730 |
8. Soulworker
Fierce emotions help fuel SoulWorkers to save the world from the devastated scene of a post-apocalyptic world. In a world where only dark devastation reigns – you are the only SoulWorker to come to the rescue.
Soulworker has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,560 positive reviews and 3,017 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 Soulworker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/13/2021 |
| Franchise | VALOFE / VFUN |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1377580 |
9. Dark Hours: Prologue
Dark Hours: Prologue is a free co-op survival horror game for 1-4 players. Your heist has been disrupted by a supernatural event, and your team of robbers is now trapped with a monster. Forget your plan, your mission: survive! Explore and cooperate to find a way out or hide and wish for daylight.
Dark Hours: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,711 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,233 positive reviews and 478 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 | 7/18/2024 |
| Franchise | Piece of Cake studios |
| Developer | Piece of Cake studios |
| Publisher | Piece of Cake studios |
| Steam App Id | 3064370 |
10. Doki Doki Literature Club!
The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Doki Doki Literature Club! has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 208,945 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 201,561 positive reviews and 7,384 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 Doki Doki Literature Club! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/6/2017 |
| Developer | Team Salvato |
| Publisher | Team Salvato |
| Steam App Id | 698780 |
More Free Dark Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Dark games available on Steam.
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| 19,718 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,738 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,467 | 6/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,988 | 3/6/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,444 | 2/19/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,541 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 476 | 1/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 434 | 5/13/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 366 | 7/18/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 360 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 357 | 12/12/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 271 | 4/2/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 181 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 3/7/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159 | 9/27/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 145 | 4/27/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 126 | 12/26/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 3/6/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 106 | 5/3/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 105 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Wizardry Variants Daphne on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). TRIBE NINE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). King Arthur: Legends Rise on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). Soulworker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Dark Hours: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Doki Doki Literature Club! on Steam. Steam Store.