Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 100,167 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 3/20/2026.
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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 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,176 positive reviews and 3,162 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 |
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| 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 360,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 350,454 positive reviews and 10,362 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. 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 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,533 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,355 positive reviews and 17,178 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 | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
4. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,078 positive reviews and 5,919 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 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
5. 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 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,164 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,523 positive reviews and 10,641 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 561,001 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,940 positive reviews and 50,061 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,406 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,553 positive reviews and 853 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.
8. 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 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 402,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 324,172 positive reviews and 78,230 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 |
9. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112,844 positive reviews and 16,399 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
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 88,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,472 positive reviews and 4,819 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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| 149,005 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,701 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,833 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,111 | 11/6/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,483 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,896 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,040 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,723 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,573 | 10/12/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,167 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,950 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,910 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,649 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,077 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,903 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,261 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,080 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,529 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,361 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,310 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 4). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store.