Free Dark Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,250 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 1/13/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Dark game on Steam" with a Player Score of 71. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,628 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,711 positive reviews and 17,917 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).
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 games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,679 positive reviews and 1,452 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. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,050 positive reviews and 15,974 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 206,681 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 199,382 positive reviews and 7,299 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 |
5. 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 83, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,458 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,143 positive reviews and 13,315 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 |
6. 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 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 56,355 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,727 positive reviews and 13,628 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,551 positive reviews and 2,989 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 1377580 |
8. We Were Here
Lost in a frozen wasteland and split up from your partner inside an abandoned castle, the only possession you have left is a walkie-talkie with a familiar voice on the other end. Can the two of you find your way out in time?
We Were Here has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,911 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,132 positive reviews and 2,779 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 not possible to play or run We Were Here on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/3/2017 |
| Franchise | Total Mayhem Games |
| Developer | Total Mayhem Games |
| Publisher | Total Mayhem Games |
| Steam App Id | 582500 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,114 positive reviews and 533 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).
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Dark games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,826 positive reviews and 430 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 |
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| 10,268 | 6/7/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,206 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,665 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 515 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 419 | 10/12/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 287 | 4/27/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 267 | 5/13/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 243 | 2/3/2017 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 224 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 198 | 7/18/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 197 | 12/12/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 194 | 12/26/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 165 | 9/14/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 160 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 149 | 4/28/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 146 | 4/2/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 113 | 6/27/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 83 | 9/27/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 78 | 5/3/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Doki Doki Literature Club! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 20). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Soulworker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 6). We Were Here on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 20). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). Dark Hours: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.