Free Hidden Object Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,147 Hidden Object 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 Hidden Object game rankings were last updated on 12/13/2024.
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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 Hidden Object game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,043 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,653 positive reviews and 14,390 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. Cats
Cats — and that says it all. Interactive cat clicker. Click on cats for new cats. That's all, really.
Cats has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,919 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,064 positive reviews and 855 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 | 5/21/2024 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
| Developer | 100 Cozy Games |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2977660 |
3. 100 New Year Cats
🐾 Join the cutest adventure in the 🍾 New Year 🌲, full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of New Year🥂 themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. 🕵️♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️♂️🐈✅
100 New Year Cats has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 135 positive reviews and 5 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 | 12/5/2024 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
| Developer | 100 Cozy Games |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 3340750 |
4. Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue
When there’s a call, you are the man to clean up after your client’s dirty job. Siding with the mafia is a dangerous game, but they pay well, and you need money, right? So take your mop and better remove those bloodstains quickly before the police come.
Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,957 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,759 positive reviews and 198 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 Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/4/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2540100 |
5. Contraband Police: Prologue
Take over the duties of a border guard inspector in a communist country of the 80's. Smuggling, corruption and forgery are the order of the day here. Be vigilant and earn the respect of your superiors.
Contraband Police: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,922 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,157 positive reviews and 765 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 Contraband Police: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/16/2021 |
| Developer | Crazy Rocks |
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| Steam App Id | 1396240 |
6. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Experience the unique puzzles and critically-acclaimed stories enjoyed by tens of millions of players. Investigate cryptic clues, unravel a mystery, and solve puzzles in beautifully illustrated adventures!
Adventure Escape Mysteries has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 814 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 709 positive reviews and 105 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 |
7. Uptasia
Discover Uptasia! Create your own little 19th century town with fantastic production sites and shops. Master a wide variety of hidden object game challenges. Put your reactions and strategic skill to the test. Download Uptasia now!
Uptasia has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 248 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 144 positive reviews and 104 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.
8. 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 83, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,998 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,263 positive reviews and 735 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 |
| Publisher | 0 Deer Soft Partnership |
| Steam App Id | 2098350 |
9. Aurora Hills: Chapter 1
Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is the first part in series of point and click puzzle adventure games. Follow the journey of Ethan Hill, a park ranger tasked with investigating strange disappearances from the region to uncover the mystery of Aurora Hills!
Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,779 positive reviews and 73 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 | 4/20/2024 |
| Developer | NovaSoft Interactive Ltd. |
| Publisher | NovaSoft Interactive Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2762230 |
10. FIND ALL: Christmas
What's that ringing filled the air? A wonder is coming! Santa has once again received many letters of wishes. The production conveyor have started! The Christmas season is upon us! Find 150 different items to give presents to everyone!
FIND ALL: Christmas has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 12/12/2024 |
| Developer | Very Very LITTLE Studio |
| Publisher | Very Very LITTLE Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3343590 |
More Free Hidden Object Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Hidden Object games available on Steam.
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| 111,901 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,421 | 5/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,563 | 12/5/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 230 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 91 | 2/16/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 88 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 51 | 1/10/2018 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50 | 9/30/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 4/20/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 12/12/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 12/2/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 11/7/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 4/27/2016 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 2/25/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 6/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 1/12/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 7/27/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 1/26/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 6/16/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). 100 New Year Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 13). Contraband Police: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Adventure Escape Mysteries on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). Uptasia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). FIND ALL: Christmas on Steam. Steam Store.