Free Mystery Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,182 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 3/9/2026.
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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 95,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,973 positive reviews and 17,270 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. 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 86, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 125,186 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 108,952 positive reviews and 16,234 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
3. 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 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,253 positive reviews and 5,450 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 |
4. 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,010 positive reviews and 634 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 Morimens on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/2/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
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 171,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 165,489 positive reviews and 6,504 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 |
6. wonderking
The return of classic 2D side-scrolling action! WonderKing is a free-to-play MMORPG packed with flashy combat and deep progression. Advance through diverse classes, master unique combos, and party up with friends for epic boss raids. Start your adventure today!
wonderking has achieved a Player Score of 45, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 128 positive reviews and 160 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run wonderking on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/12/2026 |
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| Publisher | wondersoft |
| Steam App Id | 3825780 |
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 9,278 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,629 positive reviews and 649 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. 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 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,852 positive reviews and 4,970 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,075 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,894 positive reviews and 4,181 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 |
10. Town of Salem 2
A multiplayer online social deduction game for 7–15 players. Use deception, strategy, and teamwork to find the truth—or get away with murder.
Town of Salem 2 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Mystery games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,733 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,162 positive reviews and 2,571 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 |
More Free Mystery Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Mystery games available on Steam.
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| 19,858 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,518 | 10/12/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,669 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 542 | 8/2/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 403 | 1/29/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 359 | 1/12/2026 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 313 | 4/2/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 307 | 9/26/2018 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 305 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 275 | 8/25/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 274 | 1/6/2022 | 70 | $0.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 246 | 7/18/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 170 | 10/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 149 | 7/28/2025 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 126 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 123 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 108 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 92 | 7/1/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 7/29/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 81 | 11/10/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 7). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 5). Life is Strange - Episode 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). wonderking on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 5). Enderal: Forgotten Stories (Special Edition) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 4). Life is Strange 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Everlasting Summer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 6). Town of Salem 2 on Steam. Steam Store.