Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 89,249 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 7/17/2025.
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1. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat 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 28,483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,831 positive reviews and 652 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 | 3/5/2025 |
| Developer | Marcel Zurawka |
| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 320,042 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 310,791 positive reviews and 9,251 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).
3. 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 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,591 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,756 positive reviews and 835 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 | 5/1/2025 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
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 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 556,034 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,983 positive reviews and 49,051 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. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,642 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,066 positive reviews and 4,576 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,831 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,036 positive reviews and 795 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.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 388,685 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 316,100 positive reviews and 72,585 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 |
8. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape.
SCP: Secret Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216,377 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 197,759 positive reviews and 18,618 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 SCP: Secret Laboratory on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/29/2017 |
| Developer | Northwood Studios |
| Publisher | Northwood Studios |
| Steam App Id | 700330 |
9. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 125,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 115,870 positive reviews and 9,916 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/17/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,812 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,163 positive reviews and 3,649 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 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 |
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| 145,944 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,789 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,514 | 5/1/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,815 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,185 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,144 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,273 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,242 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,194 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,716 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,345 | 11/15/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,942 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,712 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,638 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,591 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,575 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,572 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,530 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,193 | 9/11/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,129 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 17). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 17). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 12). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 6). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 15). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 17). SCP: Secret Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 17). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.