Free Mystery Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,152 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 5/22/2025.
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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 hours, 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 89,409 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,649 positive reviews and 15,760 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
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,945 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,825 positive reviews and 4,120 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. 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 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,799 positive reviews and 14,764 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 |
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 72, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,735 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,665 positive reviews and 2,070 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 169,046 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,619 positive reviews and 6,427 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 | 1/30/2015 |
| Franchise | DON'T NOD |
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| Steam App Id | 319630 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,233 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,671 positive reviews and 562 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).
7. Romance Club - Stories I Play
Immerse yourself in romantic visual stories where you control what happens!
Romance Club - Stories I Play has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 830 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 663 positive reviews and 167 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 Romance Club - Stories I Play on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/13/2023 |
| Developer | Your Story Interactive |
| Publisher | Your Story Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2433470 |
8. Life is Strange 2
After a tragic incident, brothers Sean and Daniel Diaz run away from home. Fearing the police, and dealing with Daniel's new telekinetic power, the boys head to Mexico. Each stop on their journey brings new friends and new challenges.
Life is Strange 2 has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,121 positive reviews and 4,767 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 9/26/2018 |
| Franchise | DON'T NOD |
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| Steam App Id | 532210 |
9. We Were Here
Lost in a frozen wasteland and split up from your partner inside an abandoned castle, the only possession you have left is a walkie-talkie with a familiar voice on the other end. Can the two of you find your way out in time?
We Were Here has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,904 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,948 positive reviews and 2,956 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 We Were Here on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/3/2017 |
| Franchise | Total Mayhem Games |
| Developer | Total Mayhem Games |
| Publisher | Total Mayhem Games |
| Steam App Id | 582500 |
10. Everlasting Summer
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Everlasting Summer has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75,438 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,526 positive reviews and 3,912 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 not possible to play or run Everlasting Summer on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/19/2014 |
| Developer | Soviet Games |
| Publisher | Soviet Games |
| Steam App Id | 331470 |
More Free Mystery Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Mystery games available on Steam.
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| 103,186 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,882 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 652 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 418 | 8/25/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 339 | 1/30/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 289 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 269 | 10/13/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 266 | 9/26/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 242 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 199 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 7/18/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 133 | 10/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 129 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 118 | 11/24/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 112 | 3/3/2017 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 111 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 83 | 9/30/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 83 | 8/2/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 10/19/2019 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 2/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). Town of Salem 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Life is Strange - Episode 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Romance Club - Stories I Play on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). Life is Strange 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). We Were Here on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Everlasting Summer on Steam. Steam Store.