Free Psychological Horror Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,119 Psychological Horror 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 Psychological Horror game rankings were last updated on 3/20/2026.
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1. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals holds the #1 spot for "best free Psychological Horror game on Steam" with a Player Score of 76. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 375,963 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 289,675 positive reviews and 86,288 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
2. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,176 positive reviews and 3,162 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" 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 | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
3. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,360 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,069 positive reviews and 17,291 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
4. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby, winner of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025, is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53,179 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,930 positive reviews and 3,249 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3224770 |
5. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,316 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,064 positive reviews and 3,252 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
6. Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
Magic: The Gathering Arena has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,091 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,697 positive reviews and 10,394 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Magic: The Gathering Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/23/2023 |
| Developer | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2141910 |
7. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,524 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,791 positive reviews and 16,733 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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.
| Release Date | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
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| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
8. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,555 positive reviews and 853 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
9. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112,844 positive reviews and 16,399 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
10. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Psychological Horror games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,295 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,890 positive reviews and 1,405 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/1/2025 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
More Free Psychological Horror Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Psychological Horror games available on Steam.
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| 141,881 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 107,057 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,858 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,287 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,509 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,961 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,866 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,734 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,656 | 10/12/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,357 | 5/1/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,875 | 1/8/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,907 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,822 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,722 | 1/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,357 | 6/26/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,154 | 2/19/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,878 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,685 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,655 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,144 | 2/24/2016 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 21). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.