Free Mystery Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,898 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 4/15/2025.
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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 88,265 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,849 positive reviews and 15,416 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 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,373 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,398 positive reviews and 3,975 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 97,373 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,700 positive reviews and 14,673 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 7,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,607 positive reviews and 2,043 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. 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 75, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,338 positive reviews and 389 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 | 8/2/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 168,673 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,249 positive reviews and 6,424 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,046 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,494 positive reviews and 552 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).
8. 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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,842 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,351 positive reviews and 491 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 |
9. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Experience the unique puzzles and critically-acclaimed stories enjoyed by tens of millions of players. Investigate cryptic clues, unravel a mystery, and solve puzzles in beautifully illustrated adventures!
Adventure Escape Mysteries has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 898 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 782 positive reviews and 116 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 Adventure Escape Mysteries on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Haiku Games Co |
| Publisher | Haiku Games Co |
| Steam App Id | 1141020 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,833 positive reviews and 4,744 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 |
More Free Mystery Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Mystery games available on Steam.
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| 87,702 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,792 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 685 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 304 | 8/25/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 225 | 8/2/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 200 | 1/30/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 190 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 170 | 7/18/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 120 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 117 | 9/26/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 110 | 3/3/2017 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 99 | 10/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 71 | 10/13/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 11/24/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 66 | 9/30/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 53 | 2/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 10/20/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 16). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 7). Town of Salem 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Life is Strange - Episode 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Dark Hours: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). Adventure Escape Mysteries on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Life is Strange 2 on Steam. Steam Store.