Free Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,609 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 1/13/2026.
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1. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio holds the #1 spot for "best free Platformer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,066 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,859 positive reviews and 2,207 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 |
2. 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 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 398,582 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 322,311 positive reviews and 76,271 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 |
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 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,381 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,539 positive reviews and 4,842 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. 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 53, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,821 positive reviews and 4,243 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Infinity Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
5. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,981 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,959 positive reviews and 13,022 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).
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 28,301 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,922 positive reviews and 3,379 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,460 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,344 positive reviews and 1,116 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 |
8. Sonic Rumble
Ready, Set, Rumble! Join Sonic in this intense arcade royale game set in Dr. Eggman's diabolical Toy World. Collect legendary skins, all-new emotes, and build skills as you progress through this action-packed game! Mayhem is best with friends!
Sonic Rumble has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,667 positive reviews and 1,800 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,154 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,689 positive reviews and 465 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.
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,631 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,074 positive reviews and 2,557 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Elsword on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 19,868 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,145 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,312 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,644 | 4/28/2025 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 679 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 352 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 206 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 183 | 11/5/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 124 | 3/27/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 79 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 71 | 7/8/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 66 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 12/30/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 3/19/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 40 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 7/2/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 12/8/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 29). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Sonic Rumble on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). ENA: Dream BBQ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 9). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.