Free Mystery Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,951 Mystery 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 Mystery game rankings were last updated on 11/14/2024.
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1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana holds the #1 spot for "best free Mystery game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,782 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,093 positive reviews and 8,689 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
2. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,549 positive reviews and 3,149 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
3. Morimens
Morimens is a roguelite card-building game inspired by the Cthulhu mythos, where you craft a versatile and intricate deck tailored to your playstyle. The choice is yours to embark on a climb up treacherous towers or engage in tactical battles. Explore misty maps and uncover the truth of the world.
Morimens has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 812 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 669 positive reviews and 143 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 | 8/2/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
4. Town of Salem 2
Step into the Town of Salem, a realm of Mystery and Deceit awaits! Join us in this thrilling online strategy game. Experience paranoia, taste triumph, and confront Murder in every move!
Town of Salem 2 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,427 positive reviews and 1,813 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Town of Salem 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/25/2023 |
| Developer | BlankMediaGames LLC |
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| Steam App Id | 2140510 |
5. 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 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,196 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,018 positive reviews and 13,178 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
6. NO STRANGERS
An online horror game of exploration, teamwork and betrayal for 3-15 players.
NO STRANGERS has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 353 positive reviews and 87 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.
7. Nightmare House: The Original Mod
Wake up, it’s time for the real nightmare to begin. Make your way through a terrorizing house, uncover the secrets of a haunted hospital, fight through hordes of the undead, and try to escape Nightmare House.
Nightmare House: The Original Mod has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76 positive reviews and 3 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 | 11/14/2024 |
| Developer | We Create Stuff |
| Publisher | We Create Stuff |
| Steam App Id | 2954780 |
8. Life is Strange - Episode 1
Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.
Life is Strange - Episode 1 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 167,022 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 160,651 positive reviews and 6,371 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 Life is Strange - Episode 1 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/29/2015 |
| Franchise | DON'T NOD |
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| Steam App Id | 319630 |
9. Dark Hours: Prologue
Dark Hours: Prologue is a free co-op survival horror game for 1-4 players. Your heist has been disrupted by a supernatural event, and your team of robbers is now trapped with a monster. Forget your plan, your mission: survive! Explore and cooperate to find a way out or hide and wish for daylight.
Dark Hours: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,424 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,046 positive reviews and 378 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 | 7/18/2024 |
| Franchise | Piece of Cake studios |
| Developer | Piece of Cake studios |
| Publisher | Piece of Cake studios |
| Steam App Id | 3064370 |
10. Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition)
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) is a total conversion mod for Skyrim SE. It offers an immersive open world, new skill systems and gameplay with a dark, psychological storyline and believable characters. SE features a new rendering engine, improved lighting, performance and stability.
Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,366 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,849 positive reviews and 517 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 Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 287,322 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,206 | 3/25/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 663 | 8/2/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 400 | 8/25/2023 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 288 | 10/12/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 258 | 11/8/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 237 | 11/14/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 236 | 1/29/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 227 | 7/18/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 206 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 9/26/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 10/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 149 | 2/3/2017 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 125 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 91 | 11/14/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 81 | 10/19/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 3/15/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 10/11/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 65 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Town of Salem 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 31). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). NO STRANGERS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 15). Nightmare House: The Original Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). Life is Strange - Episode 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Dark Hours: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.