Free Puzzle Games on Steam
Steam currently has 24,886 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 11/1/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Puzzle game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,136 positive reviews and 16,588 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 |
2. Sky: Children of the Light
Sky: Children of the Light is a peaceful, award-winning MMO from the creators of Journey. Explore a beautifully-animated kingdom across seven realms and create enriching memories with other players in this delightful puzzle-adventure game.
Sky: Children of the Light has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,418 positive reviews and 2,543 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,716 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,381 positive reviews and 3,335 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 |
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 Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,786 positive reviews and 4,568 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 45, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,538 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,392 positive reviews and 4,146 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. Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,452 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,255 positive reviews and 2,197 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 Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/20/2014 |
| Developer | Infinity Plus 2 |
| Publisher | 505 Games |
| Steam App Id | 329110 |
7. PICO PARK:Classic Edition
PICO PARK:Classic Edition is a cooperative local/online multiplay action puzzle game for 2-10 players.
PICO PARK:Classic Edition has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,349 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,782 positive reviews and 567 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
8. 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 37, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,404 positive reviews and 5,987 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.
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 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,840 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87,759 positive reviews and 15,081 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 |
10. Horny Villa
All roads lead to Horny Villa: a casual NSFW merger game featuring engaging mechanics, spicy erotic content and the hottest girls. Build the villa of your wettest dreams and cast sexy babes to join you for the ride. Grab your purple robe and pipe, and create the largest empire of debauchery!
Horny Villa has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,400 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,183 positive reviews and 1,217 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
| Release Date | 11/7/2024 |
| Developer | GreenT |
| Publisher | Nutaku Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 2903690 |
More Free Puzzle Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Puzzle games available on Steam.
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| 94,971 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,087 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,604 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,571 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,541 | 4/28/2025 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,118 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,088 | 4/27/2016 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,078 | 5/8/2025 | 37 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,053 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 884 | 11/7/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 601 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 397 | 5/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 361 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 352 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 246 | 8/17/2018 | 73 | $0.59 | Steam Charts | |
 | 243 | 2/2/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 237 | 4/27/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 234 | 12/9/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 229 | 3/5/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). PICO PARK:Classic Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). GeoGuessr Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 2). Horny Villa on Steam. Steam Store.