Free Ninja Games on Steam
Steam currently has 717 Ninja 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 Ninja game rankings were last updated on 1/6/2025.
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1. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe holds the #1 spot for "best free Ninja game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 605,290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 529,148 positive reviews and 76,142 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
2. Tap Ninja - Idle game
Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!
Tap Ninja - Idle game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,126 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,986 positive reviews and 1,140 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 | 3/17/2022 |
| Developer | Broken Glass |
| Publisher | Broken Glass |
| Steam App Id | 1891700 |
3. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
DDNet has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,492 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,397 positive reviews and 3,095 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 possible to play DDNet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2020 |
| Developer | DDNet Team |
| Publisher | DDNet Team |
| Steam App Id | 412220 |
4. Action Taimanin
An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!
Action Taimanin has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,214 positive reviews and 3,044 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 10/6/2020 |
| Developer | LiLith |
| Publisher | Infini-Brain inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1335200 |
5. Ninja Kiwi Archive
Enjoy some of the best loved Flash games of the past in this awesome time capsule of over 60 Ninja Kiwi classics. Experience a piece of history and play the original Flash games that spawned the worldwide phenomenon of Bloons TD.
Ninja Kiwi Archive has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,036 positive reviews and 328 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 Ninja Kiwi Archive on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/8/2020 |
| Franchise | Ninja Kiwi Games |
| Developer | Ninja Kiwi |
| Publisher | Ninja Kiwi |
| Steam App Id | 1275350 |
6. Shinobi Warfare
Play an 2d turn based RPG multiplayer game, stylize your own shinobi and play different game modes alone or with your friends! Level up, unlock various items and skills and procced in your journey of becoming the next Kage!
Shinobi Warfare has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 165 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120 positive reviews and 45 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.
7. ASTRAL TALE-星界神話
"ASTRAL TALE"- Myth of the Stars," a classic Japanese MMORPG, is now officially operating worldwide. A brand-new profession has been introduced, allowing players to embark on a unique journey across the stars together!
ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 has achieved a Player Score of 40, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 547 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 211 positive reviews and 336 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/7/2024 |
| Developer | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2591210 |
8. DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters
The free version of the final word in fighting entertainment - DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round!
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,734 positive reviews and 3,088 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 DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/30/2015 |
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| Publisher | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 311730 |
9. Ninja Rift
Ninja Rift: Unleash Your Inner Warrior
Ninja Rift has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 93 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63 positive reviews and 30 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ninja Rift on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/16/2024 |
| Developer | Stax Studio |
| Publisher | Stax Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3095380 |
10. 100 Asian Cats
🏮🐈 100 Asian Cats - Join the cutest adventure in the Asia! 😻 🌸 Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of Asian temples 🏯 as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. 🕵️♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️♂️🐈✅
100 Asian Cats has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,436 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,236 positive reviews and 200 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play 100 Asian Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/17/2023 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
| Developer | 100 Hidden Animals |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2667970 |
More Free Ninja Games
Explore even more rankings for the 78 best free Ninja games available on Steam.
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| 49,143 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,342 | 3/17/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,367 | 8/17/2020 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 866 | 10/6/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 142 | 7/8/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 107 | 6/14/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 88 | 1/7/2024 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45 | 3/30/2015 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44 | 8/16/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 6/15/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 2/23/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 8/22/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 2/12/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 3/31/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 11/15/2016 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 9/8/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/19/2024 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/5/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 12/5/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 6). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, August 29). Ninja Kiwi Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Shinobi Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Ninja Rift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 8). 100 Asian Cats on Steam. Steam Store.