Free Jump Scare Games on Steam
Steam currently has 153 Jump Scare 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 Jump Scare game rankings were last updated on 8/6/2025.
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1. Impostor Online
Inspired by party games like Werewolf and Mafia, Impostor Online is a 6-16 player online game of murder, deception, and infection. Join friends and play as a Civilian, Impostor, Zombie, Nurse, Jester, or other unique characters to strategize your way to victory!
Impostor Online holds the #1 spot for "best free Jump Scare game on Steam" with a Player Score of 65. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30 positive reviews and 12 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 | 4/19/2025 |
| Developer | SkullSocket Studios |
| Publisher | SkullSocket Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2966570 |
2. Warranty Man
First person scary game set in an underground parking garage. Find your lost parking card, collect some cash to pay for your parking and get out before Warranty Man finds you and sells you auto insurance.
Warranty Man has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
3. King of Silence
Embark on a chilling journey in King of Silence, a first-person horror game where silence is survival. Trapped in a dark, abandoned temple, you must quietly uncover its secrets and the eerie legend of the King of Silence to find your escape. Make a sound, and it may be your last.
King of Silence has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73 positive reviews and 11 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 | 5/26/2025 |
| Developer | Onze 8 Degrés |
| Publisher | Onze 8 Degrés |
| Steam App Id | 2434440 |
4. SmileXCorp 3
After helping the Resistance, and infiltrating the train bound for the corporation, you must take control of the situation and fight the enemy from within. Enter the Smiling-X horror game and help the Resistance defeat the evil corporation that is trying to manipulate
SmileXCorp 3 has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15 positive reviews and 12 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SmileXCorp 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE
EVIL SCIENTISTS have created a SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE! Play as a top secret spy, who enters the zombie facility, and collects information about the zombie. But be cautious! The zombie is very dangerous!
SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30 positive reviews and 11 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.
6. Absolution
Absolution is a first-person psychological horror experience where you face THE JUDGE as they peel apart your very soul. Uncover dark truths and navigate moral dilemmas as you're questioned about your past deeds. Every lie has consequences.
Absolution has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22 positive reviews and 9 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 | 3/14/2025 |
| Developer | Andrea Lim |
| Publisher | USC Games |
| Steam App Id | 3290090 |
7. The Alchemist's House
An invitation from a stranger... There's something evil in this house... Will you survive?
The Alchemist's House has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 185 positive reviews and 85 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 12/24/2019 |
| Developer | Angry Bunny |
| Publisher | Angry Bunny |
| Steam App Id | 1208520 |
8. Scary School Simulator 2
Escape from horror anime ghost story in your school's classroom!
Scary School Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47 positive reviews and 39 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 11/30/2023 |
| Developer | SCARY CREEPY PASTA |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2667850 |
9. Face Your Demons
A short Jumpscare experience, based on a demon encounter in a haunted cathedral. Great for first-time VR users, especially family and friends or for those who enjoy a dark mood and ambiance.
Face Your Demons has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18 positive reviews and 6 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 | 8/10/2019 |
| Developer | ARTIV |
| Publisher | Shin Graphic |
| Steam App Id | 1091170 |
10. Epic Dragon
Epic Dragon is an arcade-style game in which the player controls the Dragon Faby (Endless Game) , which moves persistently to the right. The player is tasked with navigating Faby through pairs of pipes that have equally sized gaps placed at random heights.
Epic Dragon has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Jump Scare games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "7 user reviews" 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 | 12/20/2022 |
| Developer | Voge_Games |
| Publisher | Voge_Games |
| Steam App Id | 2231310 |
More Free Jump Scare Games
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| 6 | 4/19/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/15/2024 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 5/26/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 4/25/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/29/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/14/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/24/2019 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/30/2023 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/10/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/20/2022 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/18/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/2/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/21/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/3/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/9/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/11/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/3/2023 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 6). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 6). Impostor Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Warranty Man on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). King of Silence on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 9). SmileXCorp 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 10). SCARY MAGIC ZOMBIE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). Absolution on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). The Alchemist's House on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Scary School Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 5). Face Your Demons on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Epic Dragon on Steam. Steam Store.