Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 81,659 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 12/2/2024.
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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 287,124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278,842 positive reviews and 8,282 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. 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 Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,922 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,066 positive reviews and 856 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. 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 62,269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,655 positive reviews and 12,614 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 549,454 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502,650 positive reviews and 46,804 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,196 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,443 positive reviews and 753 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.
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,846 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,849 positive reviews and 3,997 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,569 positive reviews and 633 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 |
8. 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 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,392 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,176 positive reviews and 216 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,881 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,566 positive reviews and 2,315 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 |
10. 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 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,398 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 110,865 positive reviews and 8,533 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 |
More Free Indie Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Indie games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 30,924 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,542 | 5/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,138 | 7/20/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,850 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,461 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,198 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,642 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,443 | 10/11/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,633 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,473 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,348 | 8/17/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,259 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,248 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,659 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,159 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,253 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,098 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,032 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,997 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,856 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 15). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.