Free Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,369 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 5/3/2026.
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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 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,853 positive reviews and 2,444 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 404,943 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 325,307 positive reviews and 79,636 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. Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox
Pixel Worlds is a free-to-play sandbox MMO where players build worlds, craft items, explore dungeons, farm resources, and trade in a player-driven economy, all within a shared online universe rebuilt as a fresh start for a fair and stable long-term experience.
Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,902 positive reviews and 1,825 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/9/2017 |
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| Steam App Id | 636040 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,480 positive reviews and 13,055 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).
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 55, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,798 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,446 positive reviews and 4,352 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 |
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 28,568 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,150 positive reviews and 3,418 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. 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 9,681 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,086 positive reviews and 2,595 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).
8. Sonic Rumble Party
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 Party has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,965 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,021 positive reviews and 1,944 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. 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 3,542 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,398 positive reviews and 1,144 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. 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 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,348 positive reviews and 376 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Platformer games available on Steam.
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| 12,666 | 3/21/2022 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,410 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,236 | 6/9/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,468 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,405 | 4/28/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,126 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 392 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 249 | 11/5/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 147 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 103 | 7/8/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 95 | 3/27/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 65 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 62 | 7/2/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 51 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47 | 9/26/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 4/13/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 7/7/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 5). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 28). Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 20). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 4). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 5). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Sonic Rumble Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Ninja Kiwi Archive on Steam. Steam Store.