Free Puzzle Games on Steam
Steam currently has 27,076 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 3/18/2026.
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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 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Puzzle 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 |
3. 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 65, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,903 positive reviews and 7,708 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.
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,624 positive reviews and 2,862 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,906 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,498 positive reviews and 3,408 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,489 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,188 positive reviews and 4,301 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,759 positive reviews and 5,112 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,490 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,091 positive reviews and 3,399 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 |
9. PROJECT: PLAYTIME
PROJECT: PLAYTIME is a Free-to-Play multiplayer horror game where six players attempt to create one giant toy while surviving a terrifying monster that roams the toy factory. A seventh player controls the monster and is given only one goal: Find and kill everyone.
PROJECT: PLAYTIME has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55,392 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,474 positive reviews and 11,918 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 PROJECT: PLAYTIME on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/12/2022 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1961460 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,658 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,405 positive reviews and 2,253 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 |
More Free Puzzle Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Puzzle games available on Steam.
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| 13,631 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,671 | 10/12/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,605 | 5/8/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,476 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,384 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,414 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,177 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,170 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,084 | 12/12/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 817 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 574 | 11/7/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 525 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 508 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 503 | 9/26/2018 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 455 | 6/25/2012 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 287 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 260 | 1/22/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 258 | 8/31/2011 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 229 | 5/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 216 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). GeoGuessr Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 13). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 11). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 20). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 16). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). PROJECT: PLAYTIME on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.