Free Noir Games on Steam
Steam currently has 988 Noir 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 Noir game rankings were last updated on 11/12/2024.
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1. Homicipher: Trial
Homicipher is a female-targeted language deciphering and exploration ADV based on the concept of "romance with horror men." The protagonist, who has wandered into another world, interacts with non-human beings to decipher their language while striving to escape.
Homicipher: Trial holds the #1 spot for "best free Noir game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,571 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,557 positive reviews and 14 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 6/1/2023 |
| Franchise | Gamera Games |
| Developer | 八名木（yatsunagi） |
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| Steam App Id | 2423320 |
2. NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE
Descend into the underworld of Japanese street racing. Set between 1990-2009, join the local street racing crews in their battle for territory control. Explore the real location open world(s), compete in wager races, battle other crews and upgrade your vehicles with detailed car customization.
NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,416 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,699 positive reviews and 717 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 NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/23/2024 |
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| Publisher | PLANET JEM |
| Steam App Id | 2707900 |
3. Zombie Gunship Survival
The Apocalypse came and went. All we have left is our will to survive, the endless hordes of zombies, and enough bullets to rip them all to shreds.
Zombie Gunship Survival has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,684 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 861 positive reviews and 823 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 Zombie Gunship Survival on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/22/2021 |
| Developer | Flaregames |
| Publisher | Flaregames |
| Steam App Id | 1597480 |
4. Legend of the Holy Sword
经典重现，经久不衰，装备无限自由打，神装满地爆！在这款原汁原味的MMORPG游戏中，你将与同伴尽情冒险，成就一段强者的成长之路。
Legend of the Holy Sword has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 99 positive reviews and 36 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 | 9/30/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 3199410 |
5. In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue
Play an early version of the first level for free! Work together to solve the puzzles and escape a desert island in this multiplayer co-op adventure. Success requires more than just you and your partner thinking alike - you'll have to communicate and stay In Sink to overcome the challenges ahead.
In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,689 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,151 positive reviews and 538 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 | 2/25/2023 |
| Franchise | Kwalee Ltd |
| Developer | Clock Out Games |
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| Steam App Id | 2289970 |
6. Requiem: Desiderium Mortis
Requiem: Desiderium Mortis is a Free-to-Play MMORPG set in a dark distant world where an event known as the "Thanatos Incident" rendered the world almost unlivable. Create your own biological weapon known as a Temperion and experience the horrors that grip Ethergia.
Requiem: Desiderium Mortis has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 880 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 598 positive reviews and 282 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Requiem: Desiderium Mortis on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/4/2015 |
| Developer | Gravity Interactive, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gravity Interactive, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 289780 |
7. The Looker
You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.
The Looker has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,955 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,566 positive reviews and 389 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Looker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/17/2022 |
| Developer | Subcreation Studio |
| Publisher | Subcreation Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1985690 |
8. Knell of St. Godhrkar
In this game, you can watch as 7 protagonists come to a crossroad, facing their own destiny. You will witness their own choices and the blood-splattering consequence they have on one another. There is no way out except to plunge them into the abyss...
Knell of St. Godhrkar has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,292 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,213 positive reviews and 79 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Dirge
Band together with up to 4 friends to confront paranormal monsters. One player can take on the monster role to hunt the investigators. To win the game, you must survive long enough to accomplish all of the tasks to defeat the monsters. Step out of the shadows, no more running & hiding. Fight back!
Dirge has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 265 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 171 positive reviews and 94 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.
| Release Date | 2/1/2024 |
| Developer | NonNobis Games |
| Publisher | NonNobis Games |
| Steam App Id | 1374580 |
10. Dark Odyssey
Dark Odyssey, an epic online rpg game that features idle playing, dungeon challenges, boss fights, character enhancing and customizations. Get ready to embark on a dark and thrilling journey, increase your power, team up with other players and save the world!
Dark Odyssey has achieved a Player Score of 44, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Noir games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15 positive reviews and 21 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 Dark Odyssey on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/25/2023 |
| Developer | Game Hollywood Games |
| Publisher | Game Hollywood Games |
| Steam App Id | 2581200 |
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| 186 | 6/1/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 128 | 2/23/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 115 | 9/22/2021 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 105 | 9/30/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 2/25/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 3/4/2015 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 6/17/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 12/4/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 2/1/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 9/25/2023 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 1/14/2021 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/26/2024 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 8/30/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/6/2023 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/31/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/31/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/5/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/20/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/9/2020 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/4/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Homicipher: Trial on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). NIGHT-RUNNERS™ PROLOGUE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Zombie Gunship Survival on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Legend of the Holy Sword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 15). In Sink: A Co-Op Escape Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 17). Requiem: Desiderium Mortis on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 1). The Looker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 8). Knell of St. Godhrkar on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Dirge on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Dark Odyssey on Steam. Steam Store.