Free Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,065 Platformer 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 Platformer game rankings were last updated on 3/16/2025.
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1. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game holds the #1 spot for "best free Platformer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 90. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,476 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,605 positive reviews and 12,871 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,952 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,251 positive reviews and 1,701 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 not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
3. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 385,020 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 313,985 positive reviews and 71,035 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,948 positive reviews and 3,880 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 |
5. Infinity Nikki
Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,926 positive reviews and 2,482 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 | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
6. Transformice
Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats!
Transformice has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,593 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,265 positive reviews and 3,328 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 Transformice on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/30/2015 |
| Franchise | Atelier 801 |
| Developer | Atelier 801 |
| Publisher | Atelier 801 |
| Steam App Id | 335240 |
7. ENA: Dream BBQ
Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.
ENA: Dream BBQ has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,308 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,026 positive reviews and 282 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
8. Elsword
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,558 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,050 positive reviews and 2,508 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Elsword on the Steam Deck.
9. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere!
Metal Slug: Awakening has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,179 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,157 positive reviews and 1,022 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 Metal Slug: Awakening on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/19/2024 |
| Developer | Tencent |
| Publisher | HaoPlay Limited |
| Steam App Id | 2963870 |
10. FreeStyle 2: Street Basketball
Freestyle 2: Street Basketball is a fast paced online arcade basketball game. Create your own unique player and compete in the online street league! Use variety of b-ball moves and customize your player! Team up with the best street ballers online and rise to the top!
FreeStyle 2: Street Basketball has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,149 positive reviews and 3,477 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run FreeStyle 2: Street Basketball on the Steam Deck.
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Platformer games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 21,099 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,610 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,242 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,463 | 8/17/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,113 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,589 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 977 | 3/27/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 411 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 398 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 167 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 158 | 7/8/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 133 | 8/1/2012 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 103 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 97 | 5/10/2016 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 11/9/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 12/30/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 62 | 9/26/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 10/11/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). ENA: Dream BBQ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 27). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). FreeStyle 2: Street Basketball on Steam. Steam Store.