Free Female Protagonist Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,101 Female Protagonist 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 Female Protagonist game rankings were last updated on 2/16/2026.
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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 Female Protagonist game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,123 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,899 positive reviews and 17,224 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. Desktop Mate
Customize your PC with officially licensed, super-cute characters using the next-generation desktop mascot platform, Desktop Mate. Characters roam freely on your desktop, sitting on windows and playfully interacting with your mouse. Liven up your desktop with some new friends!
Desktop Mate has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,443 positive reviews and 2,899 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 | 1/8/2025 |
| Developer | infiniteloop |
| Publisher | infiniteloop |
| Steam App Id | 3301060 |
3. Infinity Nikki
Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,275 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,999 positive reviews and 4,276 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinity Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
4. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience.
Strinova has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,744 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,469 positive reviews and 7,275 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Strinova on the Steam Deck.
5. Crush Crush
Welcome to Crush Crush - the Idle Dating Sim! Meet, flirt, and fall in love with a motley cast of girls in this heartfelt and hilarious game.
Crush Crush has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,840 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,742 positive reviews and 3,098 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Crush Crush on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/19/2016 |
| Franchise | Sad Panda Studios Games |
| Developer | Sad Panda Studios |
| Publisher | Sad Panda Studios |
| Steam App Id | 459820 |
6. Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars
Clash with global players in this epic real-time strategy game!
Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,777 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,860 positive reviews and 1,917 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/3/2019 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1041320 |
7. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,039 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,662 positive reviews and 2,377 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 ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
8. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,048 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,794 positive reviews and 254 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/8/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
9. Astral Party
Astral Party is a multiplayer party game populated by cute anime girls! Choose your favorite character, strategize skills & cards, and roll the dice to destroy friendships in this unique board game.
Astral Party has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,803 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,797 positive reviews and 9,006 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Astral Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/29/2024 |
| Franchise | Neverland Entertainment |
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| Publisher | Neverland Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2622000 |
10. Action Taimanin
An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!
Action Taimanin has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Female Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,897 positive reviews and 3,242 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 | 10/6/2020 |
| Developer | LiLith |
| Publisher | Infini-Brain inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1335200 |
More Free Female Protagonist Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Female Protagonist games available on Steam.
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| 12,932 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,083 | 1/8/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,659 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,470 | 11/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 944 | 10/19/2016 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 900 | 6/3/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 858 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 846 | 10/8/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 676 | 2/29/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 550 | 10/6/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 549 | 8/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 525 | 12/24/2014 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 521 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 460 | 1/29/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 414 | 8/13/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 403 | 8/14/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 346 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 334 | 10/4/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 333 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 317 | 2/10/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). Desktop Mate on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). Strinova on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). Crush Crush on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Astral Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 13). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.