Free Platformer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,168 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 4/3/2026.
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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 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,047 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,648 positive reviews and 2,399 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 403,474 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 324,587 positive reviews and 78,887 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 7,325 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,591 positive reviews and 1,734 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
| Release Date | 6/9/2017 |
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| Steam App Id | 636040 |
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 87, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,012 positive reviews and 5,162 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 55, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,587 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,274 positive reviews and 4,313 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 28,506 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,093 positive reviews and 3,413 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,679 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,643 positive reviews and 13,036 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).
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 9,680 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,086 positive reviews and 2,594 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).
9. 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 59, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,842 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,917 positive reviews and 1,925 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.
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,512 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,378 positive reviews and 1,134 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Platformer games available on Steam.
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| 16,550 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,257 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,948 | 6/9/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,716 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,256 | 4/28/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 464 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 440 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 265 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 230 | 11/5/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 184 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 146 | 3/27/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 144 | 7/8/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 55 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 7/2/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 9/26/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 4/1/2015 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 40 | 11/10/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Pixel Worlds: MMO Sandbox on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 4). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 4). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Sonic Rumble Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.