Free Side Scroller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,302 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 11/26/2024.
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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 8,009 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,875 positive reviews and 1,134 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. 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 47, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,599 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,139 positive reviews and 2,460 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.
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,503 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,619 positive reviews and 884 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 |
4. 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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,694 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,137 positive reviews and 557 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 |
5. 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 61, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,421 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,338 positive reviews and 2,083 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.
6. Arisen Force: Life Devotee
Enjoy a free-to-play, stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.
Arisen Force: Life Devotee has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 758 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690 positive reviews and 68 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.
7. 飄流幻境M
"Wonderland M" is a turn-based MMORPG with ancient civilizations, cute characters, and exploration. Pilot vehicles, meet characters, recruit companions, and create your dream home. Compose your own legendary adventure in "Wonderland M"!
飄流幻境M 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 166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119 positive reviews and 47 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 6/26/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 1481340 |
8. Kingdom Heroes M
歷經20年的感動，給你最原汁原味的《三國群英傳M》
Kingdom Heroes M has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 207 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139 positive reviews and 68 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 | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | USERJOY |
| Developer | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2321430 |
9. Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium
Play more of your favorite arcade hits from yesteryear. Includes SONSON for free!
Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 879 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 592 positive reviews and 287 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.
| Release Date | 7/22/2022 |
| Franchise | Capcom |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1755910 |
10. StarBreak
StarBreak is a unique skill-based action platformer MMO where you explore strange sci-fi worlds alongside dozens of other players, kill legions of dangerous aliens and fight epic boss battles.
StarBreak has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Side Scroller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,003 positive reviews and 271 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.
| Release Date | 5/10/2016 |
| Developer | Crunchy Games |
| Publisher | Crunchy Games |
| Steam App Id | 420790 |
More Free Side Scroller Games
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| 2,341 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 628 | 4/2/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 225 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 220 | 1/30/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 189 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 129 | 11/24/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 121 | 6/26/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 118 | 5/31/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39 | 7/22/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 2/6/2018 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 7/18/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 8/1/2012 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 11/14/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 12/22/2015 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 3/29/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 11/30/2017 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/11/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 2/21/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 26). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 29). ASTRA: Knights of Veda on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). CounterSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). Grim Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 29). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Arisen Force: Life Devotee on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). 飄流幻境M on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Kingdom Heroes M on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). StarBreak on Steam. Steam Store.