Free Escape Room Games on Steam
Steam currently has 540 Escape Room 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 Escape Room game rankings were last updated on 5/3/2025.
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1. The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show
The incredible Mr. Rabbit invites you all to a mysterious magic show! Celebrate 10 years of Rusty Lake with a new free-to-play point-and-click adventure that promises to delight and… shock you with its sleight of hand!
The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show holds the #1 spot for "best free Escape Room game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,295 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,281 positive reviews and 14 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/30/2025 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 3472550 |
2. Cube Escape: Paradox
The tenth Cube Escape follows the story of detective Dale Vandermeer who finds himself trapped in two different universes and needs to escape. Cube Escape: Paradox will be released together with the accompanying Paradox: A Rusty Lake Film.
Cube Escape: Paradox has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,345 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,060 positive reviews and 285 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 Cube Escape: Paradox on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/20/2018 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 909080 |
3. Samsara Room
You woke up in a mysterious room you have never seen before. Can you find another way out? Samsara Room is a remake of the praised predecessor of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series.
Samsara Room has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,096 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,852 positive reviews and 244 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/29/2020 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 1281800 |
4. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Experience the unique puzzles and critically-acclaimed stories enjoyed by millions. Investigate clues, solve puzzles, and escape the room in beautifully illustrated adventures! Choose your story. Solve a murder mystery, survive the horror, or embark on a fantasy adventure.
Adventure Escape Mysteries has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 918 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 798 positive reviews and 120 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 Adventure Escape Mysteries on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Haiku Games Co |
| Publisher | Haiku Games Co |
| Steam App Id | 1141020 |
5. 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 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,808 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,868 positive reviews and 2,940 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 We Were Here on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/3/2017 |
| Franchise | Total Mayhem Games |
| Developer | Total Mayhem Games |
| Publisher | Total Mayhem Games |
| Steam App Id | 582500 |
6. Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege
You only wanted to make a visit to your sick colleague, but what you encounter is beyond your imagination. Discover the secrets of your colleague and find a way to escape the trap.
Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,040 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,838 positive reviews and 2,202 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 Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/5/2020 |
| Developer | Bitbeast Games |
| Publisher | Bitbeast Games |
| Steam App Id | 1301720 |
7. Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories
"Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories" is a series of co-operative escape-room style puzzle scenarios. Each one is sure to test your wits as you try to overcome the challenges that stand in the way of your escape.
Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,348 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,533 positive reviews and 815 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 Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2022 |
| Franchise | 0 Deer Soft |
| Developer | 0 Deer Soft |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2098350 |
8. Unsolved Case
A new lead turns up old doubts about an 'Unsolved Case'. A trap, or a copycat killer? In this co-op puzzle game prequel to the award-winning Cryptic Killer series, put on your detective badges as you collaborate and communicate to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and catch the Cryptic Killer.
Unsolved Case has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,518 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,878 positive reviews and 640 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/24/2022 |
| Franchise | Eleven Puzzles |
| Developer | Eleven Puzzles |
| Publisher | Eleven Puzzles |
| Steam App Id | 2084050 |
9. King's Quest
King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story.
King's Quest has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,869 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,583 positive reviews and 286 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/28/2015 |
| Developer | The Odd Gentlemen |
| Publisher | Sierra |
| Steam App Id | 345390 |
10. In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue
Play an early version of the first level for free! Work together to solve the puzzles and escape a desert island in this multiplayer co-op adventure. Success requires more than just you and your partner thinking alike - you'll have to communicate and stay In Sink to overcome the challenges ahead.
In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Escape Room games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,757 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,212 positive reviews and 545 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 | 2/25/2023 |
| Franchise | Kwalee Ltd |
| Developer | Clock Out Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2289970 |
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| 1,186 | 4/30/2025 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 289 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 152 | 4/29/2020 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 92 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 68 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 9/5/2020 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 9/30/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 11/24/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 7/28/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 2/25/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 3/20/2020 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 12/31/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 11/30/2023 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/7/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 2/12/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 7/3/2018 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/10/2021 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 6/14/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/2/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/19/2022 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). The Mr. Rabbit Magic Show on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 19). Cube Escape: Paradox on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 6). Samsara Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). Adventure Escape Mysteries on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). We Were Here on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 19). Unsolved Case on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 25). King's Quest on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.