Free Dark Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,641 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 12/11/2025.
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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 44,464 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,326 positive reviews and 2,138 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 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,713 positive reviews and 22,920 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 64, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,981 positive reviews and 28,153 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 Dark and Darker on the Steam Deck.
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 2,796 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,556 positive reviews and 1,240 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 |
5. Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition)
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) is a total conversion mod for Skyrim SE. It offers an immersive open world, new skill systems and gameplay with a dark, psychological storyline and believable characters. SE features a new rendering engine, improved lighting, performance and stability.
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,298 positive reviews and 623 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 Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 215,069 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 207,458 positive reviews and 7,611 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,740 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89,572 positive reviews and 15,168 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 |
8. kings call
Collect an array of creature and skill cards through quests, upgrades and trading, and craft your ultimate deck by choosing your favorite cards and prepare for epic battles. Dive into the exhilaration of strategic gameplay and let your inner tactician shine to outsmart your opponents!
kings call has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 514 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 329 positive reviews and 185 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play kings call on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/26/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 2674290 |
9. Ultimate Custom Night
Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!
Ultimate Custom Night has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,672 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56,661 positive reviews and 3,011 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 Ultimate Custom Night on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/27/2018 |
| Developer | Scott Cawthon |
| Publisher | Scott Cawthon |
| Steam App Id | 871720 |
10. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt
Bloodhunt is a thrilling free-to-play battle royale game set in Prague consumed by a ruthless war between vampire factions. Use your supernatural powers, weapons, and wit to hunt your rivals and dominate the night!
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 58,195 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,506 positive reviews and 13,689 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 Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/27/2022 |
| Franchise | World of Darkness Official |
| Developer | Sharkmob AB |
| Publisher | Sharkmob AB |
| Steam App Id | 760160 |
More Free Dark Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Dark games available on Steam.
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| 12,868 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,265 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,715 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 782 | 3/6/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 342 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 332 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 312 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 251 | 12/26/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 250 | 6/27/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 199 | 4/27/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 171 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 153 | 7/4/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 141 | 10/29/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 123 | 7/18/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 114 | 9/14/2023 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 104 | 3/7/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 98 | 11/26/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 92 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 89 | 7/11/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 6/23/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Wizardry Variants Daphne on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 18). Doki Doki Literature Club! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 30). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). kings call on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 1). Ultimate Custom Night on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 8). Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt on Steam. Steam Store.