Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 82,643 Indie 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 Indie game rankings were last updated on 1/12/2025.
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1. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader holds the #1 spot for "best free Indie game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 292,176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 283,767 positive reviews and 8,409 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,627 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,503 positive reviews and 9,124 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 Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
3. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,942 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,174 positive reviews and 12,768 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/20/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
4. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 550,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 503,519 positive reviews and 47,001 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 379,739 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 310,837 positive reviews and 68,902 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 |
6. Supermarket Together
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Supermarket Together has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52,263 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,733 positive reviews and 2,530 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Supermarket Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/9/2024 |
| Developer | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Publisher | DeadDevsTellNoLies |
| Steam App Id | 2709570 |
7. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,700 positive reviews and 338 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
8. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
The RPG where your characters keep leveling up when you're gone! Create unique class combos, and spend loot on powerful upgrades, all while cooking, mining, fishing, breeding, farming, and slaying bosses!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,057 positive reviews and 4,047 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
9. Crosshair V2
Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game.
Crosshair V2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,046 positive reviews and 680 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 | 1/27/2023 |
| Developer | CenterPoint Gaming |
| Publisher | CenterPoint Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2250040 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,497 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,736 positive reviews and 761 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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 31,632 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,996 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,018 | 7/20/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,827 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,234 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,024 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,723 | 10/11/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,714 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,262 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,922 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,728 | 8/17/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,468 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,388 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,108 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,580 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,308 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,224 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,207 | 3/17/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,724 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,492 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.