Free Grid-Based Movement Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,623 Grid-Based Movement 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 Grid-Based Movement game rankings were last updated on 3/13/2025.
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1. Conflict of Nations: World War 3
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Conflict of Nations: World War 3 holds the #1 spot for "best free Grid-Based Movement game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,118 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,969 positive reviews and 1,149 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/15/2018 |
| Developer | Dorado Games |
| Publisher | Dorado Games |
| Steam App Id | 784950 |
2. MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp!
MergeCrafter has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 575 positive reviews and 216 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MergeCrafter on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Chip's Challenge 1
Before Chip can join the Bit Busters computer club and hang out with the girl of his dreams, Melinda the Mental Marvel, he must solve all 144 challenging puzzles. Your bird's-eye view can help Chip rush through the puzzles and mazes before he's deleted by monsters, traps and the passage of time.
Chip's Challenge 1 has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 781 positive reviews and 90 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 Chip's Challenge 1 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/28/2015 |
| Franchise | Challenge |
| Developer | Niffler Ltd. |
| Publisher | Niffler Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 346850 |
4. Duelyst II
Choose your faction, construct your deck and put your strategy to the test in the evolution of the ultimate collectible tactics game.
Duelyst II has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,281 positive reviews and 439 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Duelyst II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/16/2022 |
| Developer | Dream Sloth Games |
| Publisher | Dream Sloth Games |
| Steam App Id | 2004320 |
5. Moonring
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.
Moonring has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,047 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,970 positive reviews and 77 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 | 9/28/2023 |
| Developer | Fluttermind, LLC |
| Publisher | Fluttermind, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2373630 |
6. Rise Of The Overlords
Rise of the Overlords is an online multiplayer game that combines collectible card games (CCG) with strategy board games. Build your deck, command your army, and challenge other players in epic combats on stunning dynamic battlefields!
Rise Of The Overlords has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "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 | 3/22/2024 |
| Developer | Firescale Studios |
| Publisher | Firescale Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1162140 |
7. Cards and Castles 2
Collectible cards spring to life in this wacky Tactical CCG. Assemble a deck to challenge your friends and rivals, and engage in glorious CARD BATTLES! Will you choose fearsome dragons, or the deadly squirrels?
Cards and Castles 2 has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 324 positive reviews and 81 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 Cards and Castles 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/5/2023 |
| Developer | Red Team Games |
| Publisher | Red Team Games |
| Steam App Id | 1719390 |
8. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG.
Pirate101 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 372 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 306 positive reviews and 66 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 Pirate101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 620620 |
9. Slider
Slide chunks of the world to solve puzzles and help others. Control an ever-growing set of tiles and mechanics. Explore nine unique areas, unravel the mysteries of the universe, and reconnect the world -- one slider at a time.
Slider has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 323 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 315 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/24/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 1916890 |
10. The Storyteller
The Storyteller is an online game where you can build your own turn-based RPG game without any programming and graphic knowledge. Play your world with your friends online, challenge them in turn-based battles, and let them loot and level up after a fiercefull battle while they go through your story.
The Storyteller has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Grid-Based Movement games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "6 user reviews" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/17/2024 |
| Developer | Any Button |
| Publisher | Any Button |
| Steam App Id | 2858270 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Grid-Based Movement games available on Steam.
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| 748 | 3/15/2018 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 108 | 8/23/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 5/28/2015 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 12/16/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 9/28/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 3/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/5/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 7/24/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 5/17/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 2/14/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 6/2/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/14/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 10/1/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 6/10/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/30/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/28/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/2/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 9/21/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/20/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). MergeCrafter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Chip's Challenge 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Duelyst II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Moonring on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 16). Rise Of The Overlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). Cards and Castles 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). Pirate101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Slider on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). The Storyteller on Steam. Steam Store.