Free Ninja Games on Steam
Steam currently has 750 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 2/5/2025.
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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 608,649 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 532,317 positive reviews and 76,332 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. 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 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,060 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,709 positive reviews and 3,351 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 |
3. 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 83, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,068 positive reviews and 1,172 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 |
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 18,343 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,272 positive reviews and 3,071 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 5,336 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,009 positive reviews and 327 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. 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 41, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 554 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 216 positive reviews and 338 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 | 1/8/2024 |
| Developer | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2591210 |
7. 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 66, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 128 positive reviews and 55 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
8. Ninja Rift
Ninja Rift: Unleash Your Inner Warrior
Ninja Rift has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Ninja games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,880 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,776 positive reviews and 3,104 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 311730 |
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 7,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,355 positive reviews and 206 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2667970 |
More Free Ninja Games
Explore even more rankings for the 80 best free Ninja games available on Steam.
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| 41,036 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,403 | 8/17/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,745 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 995 | 10/6/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 137 | 7/8/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 90 | 1/8/2024 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 81 | 6/14/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39 | 8/16/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28 | 3/30/2015 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19 | 12/17/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 6/15/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 8/22/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 3/31/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 12/18/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 2/23/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 2/27/2019 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 4/4/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/8/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/12/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/7/2020 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Ninja Kiwi Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 18). ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 16). Shinobi Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 2). Ninja Rift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 10). 100 Asian Cats on Steam. Steam Store.