Free Puzzle Games on Steam
Steam currently has 25,789 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 12/28/2025.
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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 94,774 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,691 positive reviews and 17,083 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. 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 50, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64 positive reviews and 65 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 |
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 14,834 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,458 positive reviews and 3,376 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. 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 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,613 positive reviews and 2,669 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. 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 62, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,553 positive reviews and 7,010 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.
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 52, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,882 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,665 positive reviews and 4,217 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,247 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,873 positive reviews and 3,374 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Puzzle games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,294 positive reviews and 4,793 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 |
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 105,453 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90,261 positive reviews and 15,192 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. 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 10,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,351 positive reviews and 2,223 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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| 21,546 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,901 | 3/4/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,378 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,338 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,901 | 5/8/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,786 | 4/28/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,277 | 1/30/2015 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,118 | 8/17/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,051 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 732 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 588 | 11/7/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 548 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 527 | 8/17/2018 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 482 | 2/3/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 423 | 9/26/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 1/22/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 334 | 6/25/2012 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 290 | 12/9/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 255 | 5/5/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 252 | 4/27/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 28). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Waifusitter 🔞 - Furry Collection on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Sky: Children of the Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 28). GeoGuessr Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 23). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 13). Transformice on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 30). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.