Free RPGMaker Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,814 RPGMaker 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 RPGMaker game rankings were last updated on 4/24/2024.
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1. KartRider: Drift
KartRider: Drift is the only online free-to-play, cross-platform kart racer with deep kart and character customization in stunning high-definition. Eight players can race online in up to teams of four and face off in item or drift focused races with karts and characters you personalize.
KartRider: Drift holds the #1 spot for "best free RPGMaker game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,966 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,741 positive reviews and 1,225 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 KartRider: Drift on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/10/2023 |
| Developer | Nexon Korea Corporation |
| Publisher | Nexon America Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1184140 |
2. The Last Sovereign
The Last Sovereign is an adult fantasy RPG that twists your expectations for adult games, while fully embracing a reconstruction of some familiar old tropes to provide a lot of fun, sexy content.
The Last Sovereign has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 557 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 533 positive reviews and 24 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 2/15/2019 |
| Developer | Sierra Lee |
| Publisher | Sierra Lee |
| Steam App Id | 951830 |
3. Yume Nikki
This is a game in which you traverse the extremely dark world inside a dream.
Yume Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,496 positive reviews and 419 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 Yume Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. LISA: The First
A memory of madness.
LISA: The First has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 101 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89 positive reviews and 12 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/20/2024 |
| Franchise | Serenity Forge |
| Developer | Dingaling Productions |
| Publisher | Serenity Forge |
| Steam App Id | 2743030 |
5. The Aquarium does not dance
This is a horror adventure game where a girl, devoted to her best friend, searches for her companion in an aquarium that has transformed into a world of horror. While evading the deformed entities known as "Creepies," the player must unravel the mysteries concealed within the aquarium.
The Aquarium does not dance has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 301 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 293 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 2/15/2024 |
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| Publisher | Gotcha Gotcha Games |
| Steam App Id | 2814910 |
6. Byakuya Museum
“I should have...died...”Opened eyes again, he found himself in a bustling museum!Players need to take on the role of a raven specimen boy "Gregorio" to explore the Byakuya Museum. Your mission is to plumb the secrets of Time Town, uncover your own past, and escape from the museum.
Byakuya Museum has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 292 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 5/26/2023 |
| Developer | 墨染_Aifeimo |
| Publisher | 墨染_Aifeimo |
| Steam App Id | 2399910 |
7. Grimm's Hollow
A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.
Grimm's Hollow has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,849 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,679 positive reviews and 170 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Grimm's Hollow on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/30/2019 |
| Developer | ghosthunter |
| Publisher | ghosthunter |
| Steam App Id | 1170880 |
8. 猎魔战纪
该游戏是一款独立制作的回合制RPG，喜欢回合制RPG的朋友一定不要错过！游戏中你可以体验逐步变强然后击败一个又一个强大BOSS的快感。每个角色可以选择不同的培养路线，你可以根据你自己的思路选择角色天赋，进行装备搭配，以及练习技能！ 总之，如果你喜欢回合制RPG这个游戏你一定要尝试一下，我相信你玩了之后绝不会后悔！
猎魔战纪 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 210 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings
Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings is a high fantasy RPG that reenvisions turn-based combat in dynamic ways, telling the story of Alexander—an idealistic yet pragmatic nobleman—and his allies as they navigate politics, intrigue, ruling, and love amidst a tempestuous civil war.
Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/6/2023 |
| Developer | Lord Forte Games |
| Publisher | Lord Forte Games |
| Steam App Id | 2537730 |
10. Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker
"Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker" celebrates the 30th anniversary of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" series. It has been realized through a collaboration between the creators of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" series, Koei Tecmo Games, and the creators of the "TSUKURU" series, KADOKAWA.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPGMaker games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 303 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 197 positive reviews and 106 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/10/2015 |
| Developer | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Publisher | KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 397720 |
More Free RPGMaker Games
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 | 103 | 1/10/2023 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 2/15/2019 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 1/10/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 3/20/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 2/15/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 5/26/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 10/30/2019 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/25/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 10/6/2023 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/10/2015 | 62 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 6/11/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/2/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/19/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/24/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/20/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/26/2020 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/15/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/9/2018 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/14/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/3/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 24). KartRider: Drift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 1). The Last Sovereign on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 9). Yume Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). LISA: The First on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). The Aquarium does not dance on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). Byakuya Museum on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 5). Grimm's Hollow on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 8). 猎魔战纪 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Noblesse Oblige: Legacy of the Sorcerer Kings on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 5). Romance of the Three Kingdoms Maker on Steam. Steam Store.