Free Family Friendly Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,394 Family Friendly 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 Family Friendly game rankings were last updated on 2/15/2025.
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1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana holds the #1 spot for "best free Family Friendly game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86,431 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,417 positive reviews and 15,014 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
2. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 161,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 141,477 positive reviews and 20,462 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 Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
3. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 23, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 327,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,631 positive reviews and 255,121 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 Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
4. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,534 positive reviews and 4,793 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 Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
5. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,852 positive reviews and 33,642 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
6. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 380,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 311,510 positive reviews and 69,411 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
7. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,851 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,089 positive reviews and 762 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
8. 100 Romantic Cats
🐾 Join the cutest adventure in themed locations full of cats! 😻 Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of special places and try to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. 🐈🕵️♂️ Can you find them all? 🕵️♂️🐈
100 Romantic Cats has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50 positive reviews and 3 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 | 2/13/2025 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
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| Steam App Id | 2827560 |
9. Stumble Guys
Race through obstacle courses against up to 32 players online. Run, jump and dash to the finish line until the best player takes the crown!
Stumble Guys has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124,617 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 106,006 positive reviews and 18,611 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 Stumble Guys on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Family Friendly games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,558 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,006 positive reviews and 3,552 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
More Free Family Friendly Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Family Friendly games available on Steam.
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| 105,932 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,275 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,107 | 8/10/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,860 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,709 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,330 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,573 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,219 | 2/13/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,989 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,147 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,500 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,332 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,881 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,328 | 2/29/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,694 | 5/14/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,609 | 6/3/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,536 | 9/2/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,511 | 3/30/2015 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,197 | 7/10/2012 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,138 | 3/24/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 13). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 11). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 6). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 13). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 15). 100 Romantic Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Stumble Guys on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.