Free Puzzle Games on Steam
Steam currently has 26,617 Puzzle 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 Puzzle game rankings were last updated on 2/20/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Puzzle game on Steam" with a Player Score of 85. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 115,192 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 99,474 positive reviews and 15,718 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,143 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,911 positive reviews and 17,232 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 |
3. Sky: Children of the Light
A breathtaking open-world adventure awaits! Explore magical realms, restore lost light, and form wordless bonds with players worldwide. Complete quests and solve puzzles in seasonal events that celebrate kindness, discovery, and heartfelt connection.
Sky: Children of the Light has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,088 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,288 positive reviews and 2,800 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 4/10/2024 |
| Developer | thatgamecompany |
| Publisher | thatgamecompany |
| Steam App Id | 2325290 |
4. GeoGuessr Steam Edition
Explore the world with GeoGuessr Steam Edition! Compete against others, climb divisions, and prove your geography skills. Travel to stunning locations, analyze clues, and make your best guess. Quickplay Duels is unlimited Free-to-play, Competitive Duels is subject to payment/subscription.
GeoGuessr Steam Edition has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,020 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,580 positive reviews and 7,440 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.
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,303 positive reviews and 4,979 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 |
6. 100 Space Cats
👨🚀🌌Join the cutest space adventure with Cats in Space! 🪐🚀 Explore charming hand-drawn space locations and adorable cosmo-cats on a quest to find 100 hidden kitties. 🕵️♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️♂️🐈✅
100 Space Cats has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 855 positive reviews and 374 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play 100 Space Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/16/2024 |
| Franchise | 100 Cozy Games |
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| Publisher | 100 Cozy Games |
| Steam App Id | 2854290 |
7. Waifusitter 🔞 - Furry Collection
Waifusitter is a NSFW clicker where you collect and grow a waifu collection! Earn a random waifu every 3 hours, recycle unwanted ones, and aim for the rarest waifus. Trade waifus on Steam Community Marketplace.
Waifusitter 🔞 - Furry Collection has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68 positive reviews and 71 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 | 3/4/2025 |
| Developer | Caulino |
| Publisher | Multisekai |
| Steam App Id | 3427660 |
8. Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a Dungeons & Dragons strategy management game uniting Champions from throughout the D&D multiverse into a grand adventure.
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,473 positive reviews and 3,399 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 3/25/2020 |
| Developer | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Publisher | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 627690 |
9. Paragnosia
Observe every corner of your apartment by moving your camera along a rail that runs through the rooms. Find and take pictures of paranormal anomalies to exorcise them. Locked in your surveillance room, will you survive tonight's 8 rounds?
Paragnosia has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 173 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 157 positive reviews and 16 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Paragnosia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. 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 54, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,022 positive reviews and 4,280 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 |
More Free Puzzle Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Puzzle games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 21,071 | 10/12/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,172 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,851 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,874 | 5/8/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,685 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,792 | 6/16/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,602 | 3/4/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,375 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,976 | 10/24/2024 | 82 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,839 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,448 | 12/12/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,151 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 747 | 11/7/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 511 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 478 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 425 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 420 | 4/27/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 354 | 12/9/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 326 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 283 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 22). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). GeoGuessr Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 22). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 1). 100 Space Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). Waifusitter 🔞 - Furry Collection on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 14). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). Paragnosia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.