Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 73,234 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 4/21/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Indie game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 537,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,277 positive reviews and 45,660 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 |
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 245,095 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 237,899 positive reviews and 7,196 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,610 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,975 positive reviews and 635 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.
4. IdleOn - The Idle MMO
The RPG where all your characters keep grinding 24/7! Choose classes & skill trees as they level up, and spend their loot to gain more power... but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets MORE complex as you progress!
IdleOn - The Idle MMO has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,833 positive reviews and 3,554 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 MMO on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
5. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 30 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 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 103,587 positive reviews and 7,134 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/17/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
6. 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 fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 361,488 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 298,214 positive reviews and 63,274 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 |
7. 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 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,868 positive reviews and 11,830 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 |
8. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within the SCP Foundation during a containment breach, many of the anomalies have bypassed security and escaped from their chambers - without peaceful intentions. Become site personnel, a re-containment agent, or an anomalous entity and fight to take control of or escape the facility!
SCP: Secret Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 188,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 173,006 positive reviews and 15,613 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. Sky: Children of the Light
Sky: Children of the Light is a peaceful, award-winning MMO from the creators of Journey. Explore a beautifully-animated kingdom across seven realms and create enriching memories with other players in this delightful puzzle-adventure game.
Sky: Children of the Light has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,885 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,427 positive reviews and 458 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 4/10/2024 |
| Developer | thatgamecompany |
| Publisher | thatgamecompany |
| Steam App Id | 2325290 |
10. Goose Goose Duck
Time to be a Silly Goose! Immerse yourself in the various environments of the Birdverse of Goose Goose Duck. A game of social deduction where you and your fellow geese must work together to complete your mission. Watch out for those malicious Mallards and other birds!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 61,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,496 positive reviews and 7,786 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 |
More Free Indie Games
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 | 51,640 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,331 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,704 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,792 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,197 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,151 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,871 | 7/20/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,049 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,877 | 4/10/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,764 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,548 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,261 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,867 | 11/5/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,678 | 8/25/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,230 | 3/17/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,223 | 4/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,047 | 5/1/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,023 | 5/13/2015 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,955 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,779 | 2/25/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). IdleOn - The Idle MMO on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). SCP: Secret Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.