Free Side Scroller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,812 Side Scroller 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 Side Scroller game rankings were last updated on 4/7/2026.
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1. Tap Ninja - Idle game
Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!
Tap Ninja - Idle game holds the #1 spot for "best free Side Scroller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 83. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,491 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,079 positive reviews and 1,412 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/17/2022 |
| Developer | Broken Glass |
| Publisher | Broken Glass |
| Steam App Id | 1891700 |
2. Evitania Online - Idle RPG
Online Idle RPG with an open world without the grind of classic MMORPGs. Collect rare loot, develop your character, master professions, craft powerful gear, and defeat challenging bosses as you progress endlessly.
Evitania Online - Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 329 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 245 positive reviews and 84 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.
| Release Date | 4/7/2026 |
| Developer | Disruptive Blast |
| Publisher | Disruptive Blast |
| Steam App Id | 4119420 |
3. Kingdom Heroes M
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Kingdom Heroes M has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 235 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 151 positive reviews and 84 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Kingdom Heroes M on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | USERJOY |
| Developer | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2321430 |
4. CounterSide
Everything has another side Urban Graphic Novel RPG "CounterSide" A world where conflict never ends between Counters and Corrupted Objects after the Administration Failure We invite you to a journey to save the Reality.
CounterSide has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,861 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,897 positive reviews and 964 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 CounterSide on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Publisher | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 1976440 |
5. Elsword
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,682 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,086 positive reviews and 2,596 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 Elsword on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Grim Clicker
Grim Clicker is an IDLE/RPG clicker where you will find your own strategy to explore the lost worlds. Inspired by games such as Diablo, Grim Dawn, Dark Souls, etc., the game features a complex character development, many unique items, active and passive playstyle.
Grim Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,845 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,236 positive reviews and 609 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.
| Release Date | 1/30/2024 |
| Developer | EvilCharm Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1160750 |
7. Stickman Killing Zombie
The stickman world is in a zombie epidemic- kill zombie stickmen with your epic red sword!
Stickman Killing Zombie has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63 positive reviews and 23 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $0.59 |
| Release Date | 4/12/2024 |
| Developer | Yurii Nikshych |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2792610 |
8. ASTRA: Knights of Veda
ASTRA: Knights of Veda is a visually stunning, story-rich, 2D RPG. A dark plague besets the world of Planis, perptrated through a dark ritual performed by the Mad King. You, and the other Knights of Veda, are the only ones who can bring normality back to the world.
ASTRA: Knights of Veda has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,946 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,261 positive reviews and 2,685 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 ASTRA: Knights of Veda on the Steam Deck.
9. Dungeon Fighter Online
Get ready for the ultimate brawl! Dungeon Fighter Online is a classic beat-em up 2D action game with an epic storyline and RPG elements! Choose from 17 diverse classes, and unravel ancient mysteries as you punch, slash, shoot, or summon your way to victory!
Dungeon Fighter Online has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,659 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,435 positive reviews and 2,224 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 Dungeon Fighter Online on the Steam Deck.
10. Idle Kitties Online
Welcome to Idle Kitties Online! This is a free game with relaxing gameplay where you can collect cute kitties alone or with friends.
Idle Kitties Online has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 132 positive reviews and 44 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 Idle Kitties Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Side Scroller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Side Scroller games available on Steam.
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| 4,214 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,415 | 4/7/2026 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 319 | 5/31/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 293 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 182 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 166 | 1/30/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 125 | 4/12/2024 | 67 | $0.59 | Steam Charts | |
| 119 | 4/2/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 118 | 8/9/2016 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 76 | 7/18/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 6/26/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 61 | 7/12/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 8/14/2024 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 8/15/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 2/6/2018 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 9/26/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 11/24/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
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 | 20 | 7/21/2022 | 66 | $59.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Evitania Online - Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Kingdom Heroes M on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 15). CounterSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Grim Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 18). Stickman Killing Zombie on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 14). ASTRA: Knights of Veda on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 10). Idle Kitties Online on Steam. Steam Store.