Free Hidden Object Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,141 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 5/2/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Hidden Object game on Steam" with a Player Score of 92. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,497 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,407 positive reviews and 90 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 4/4/2024 |
| Developer | President Studio S.A. |
| Publisher | President Studio S.A. |
| Steam App Id | 2540100 |
2. 100 Christmas Cats
⛄️🐈 Can you find 100 adorable cats hidden in 🎄Christmas streets? 🎅 Test your attention in this cozy 😸 charming hand-drawn 🎨 hidden object game. 100 Christmas Cats are waiting for you in the BEST hidden objects game! 🕵️♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️♂️🐈✅
100 Christmas Cats has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,848 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,442 positive reviews and 406 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 | 12/1/2023 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
| Developer | 100 Hidden Animals |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2687190 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,498 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,800 positive reviews and 698 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1396240 |
4. 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 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 661 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 572 positive reviews and 89 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 234 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138 positive reviews and 96 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.
6. In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue
Work together to solve puzzles and clear the escape rooms in this multiplayer co-op adventure prologue. Victory requires more than just you and your partner thinking alike - you'll have to be In Sink.
In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,063 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,597 positive reviews and 466 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 |
| Developer | Clock Out Games |
| Publisher | Clock Out Games |
| Steam App Id | 2289970 |
7. Dreamland
Welcome to Dreamland! A town which hosts the wildest college spring break activities filled with hot girls, parties and sex. However, if you look close enough, you'll discover that Dreamland also hides a dark and horrifying mystery which haunts you and your friends...
Dreamland has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,566 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,232 positive reviews and 334 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
8. Please, Touch The Artwork 2
A handpainted cozy hidden object adventure. Explore a surreal world. Collect items for its quirky inhabitants. Fix damaged paintings and solve casual puzzles. Help a lost skeleton painter find his way home. This game is short but 100% FREE (no ads, no dlc's).
Please, Touch The Artwork 2 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,029 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,020 positive reviews and 9 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 | 2/19/2024 |
| Franchise | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Developer | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Publisher | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Steam App Id | 2600140 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,733 positive reviews and 595 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 |
10. Lacey's Wardrobe
Lacey needs your help to find the best outfits for every occasion. Play dress-up Lacey and experience amazing moments with her! [FANGAME]
Lacey's Wardrobe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 732 positive reviews and 54 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 1/5/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2654760 |
More Free Hidden Object Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Hidden Object games available on Steam.
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 | 196 | 4/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 112 | 12/1/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 84 | 2/16/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 80 | 5/5/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 1/10/2018 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 2/25/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 10/31/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 2/19/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 9/30/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 1/5/2024 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 1/12/2023 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 4/27/2016 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 1/26/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 12/20/2016 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 1/12/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 2/27/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 4/30/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 9/24/2015 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Crime Scene Cleaner: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 6). 100 Christmas Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Contraband Police: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 8). Adventure Escape Mysteries on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 20). Uptasia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Dreamland on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 27). Please, Touch The Artwork 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Escape Memoirs: Mini Stories on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 4). Lacey's Wardrobe on Steam. Steam Store.