Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 96,962 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 1/14/2026.
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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 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,654 positive reviews and 1,972 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 |
| Developers | |
| 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 348,640 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 338,638 positive reviews and 10,002 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. 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 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,813 positive reviews and 5,370 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
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 560,239 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,327 positive reviews and 49,912 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 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 398,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 322,327 positive reviews and 76,282 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. 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 49,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,985 positive reviews and 843 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. 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 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,433 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,122 positive reviews and 1,311 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
8. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,423 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 930 positive reviews and 493 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2024 |
| Developer | Multicast |
| Publisher | MulticastGames |
| Steam App Id | 3037410 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,520 positive reviews and 16,981 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 |
10. Dreadmyst
Dreadmyst is an online fantasy RPG running on its own engine. Customize your stats and abilities as you slaughter the aberrations plaguing a cursed land. Choose from four playable classes, level up, farm gear, run dungeons (PvE), and fight other players (PvP). Tab target combat.
Dreadmyst has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,768 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,257 positive reviews and 511 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 1/9/2026 |
| Developer | dreadmyst.com |
| Publisher | dreadmyst.com |
| Steam App Id | 4241850 |
More Free Indie Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Indie games available on Steam.
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| 101,159 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,174 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,912 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,730 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,616 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,151 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,372 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,847 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,715 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,851 | 1/9/2026 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,358 | 6/16/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,519 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,282 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,102 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,565 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,485 | 1/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,453 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,263 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,120 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,964 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Dreadmyst on Steam. Steam Store.