Free Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,788 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 152,603 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,752 positive reviews and 12,851 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 34,135 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,527 positive reviews and 1,608 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 382,984 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 312,805 positive reviews and 70,179 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 35,539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,903 positive reviews and 3,636 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,434 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,123 positive reviews and 3,311 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,086 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,086 positive reviews and 1,000 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,529 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,033 positive reviews and 2,496 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.
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,370 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,040 positive reviews and 330 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,605 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,139 positive reviews and 3,466 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.
10. Myrmidon
Invite a friend online and embark on a puzzle-platformer adventure exploring the bond between an animator and his puppet. Work together to clear obstacles across the sprawling sets of a stop-motion animation workshop and find out to what lengths the power of imagination can take you.
Myrmidon has achieved a Player Score of 42, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 787 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 320 positive reviews and 467 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 | 3/7/2025 |
| Developer | Studio Popote |
| Publisher | Rubika Supinfogame |
| Steam App Id | 3247270 |
More Free Platformer Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Platformer games available on Steam.
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| 41,207 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,013 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,712 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,838 | 8/17/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,286 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 379 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 204 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 146 | 7/8/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 140 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 64 | 3/7/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 56 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 11/10/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 8/1/2012 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 5/24/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 12/8/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 12/30/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 3/31/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Ninja Kiwi Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). FreeStyle 2: Street Basketball on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Myrmidon on Steam. Steam Store.