Free Silent Protagonist Games on Steam
Steam currently has 158 Silent Protagonist 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 Silent Protagonist game rankings were last updated on 6/4/2025.
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1. Yume Nikki
This is a game in which you traverse the extremely dark world inside a dream.
Yume Nikki holds the #1 spot for "best free Silent Protagonist game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,150 positive reviews and 510 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).
2. Half-Life 2: Update
A completely free and extensive community-developed update for Half-Life 2 featuring beautiful lighting, countless bug fixes, and a brand new Community Commentary Mode. With Half-Life 2: Update, there’s never been a better time to revisit City 17.
Half-Life 2: Update has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,695 positive reviews and 529 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 Half-Life 2: Update on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/27/2015 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Filip Victor |
| Steam App Id | 290930 |
3. Half-Life 2: VR Mod
Half Life 2: VR Mod is a fan-made project, which adds full Virtual Reality support to the original 2004 PC gaming classic by Valve Software. Are you ready to become the Freeman?
Half-Life 2: VR Mod has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,948 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,800 positive reviews and 148 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Half-Life 2: VR Mod on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/16/2022 |
| Developer | Source VR Mod Team |
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| Steam App Id | 658920 |
4. Thief Simulator 2: Prologue
Tired of political exploitation? Join me and let's rebuild our thieving business together! Let's steal cars, radios, and TVs - anything that catches your eye can be yours! Recall what it's like to be a thief in Thief Simulator 2: Prologue!
Thief Simulator 2: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,666 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,412 positive reviews and 254 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 | 5/3/2023 |
| Franchise | CookieDev |
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| Steam App Id | 2272420 |
5. Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode Two
Prepare for unforeseen consequences as you traverse the White Forest and battle the Combine forces as Gordon Freeman in this community-made adaptation of Episode Two to glorious roomscale Virtual Reality!
Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode Two has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 561 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode Two on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/6/2023 |
| Developer | Source VR Mod Team |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2177760 |
6. Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode One
Return as Gordon Freeman in a new VR adventure to City 17 and beyond. Deal with the consequences of your actions in Half-Life 2 with this community-made adaptation of Episode One to glorious roomscale Virtual Reality!
Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode One has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 615 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 605 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode One on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/17/2023 |
| Developer | Source VR Mod Team |
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| Steam App Id | 2177750 |
7. Seasonala Cemetery
A meditative experience that invites players to explore the serene beauty of a living, breathing cemetery as it changes with the seasons.
Seasonala Cemetery has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist 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 both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/7/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Gabby DaRienzo |
| Steam App Id | 3272690 |
8. Project Borealis: Prologue
Project Borealis: Prologue is a fan-made game which expands on the classic episodic series by Valve Software. Return to a snow covered Ravenholm and experience the iconic town reimagined in an arctic atmosphere and modern graphics.
Project Borealis: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,026 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,658 positive reviews and 1,368 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 Borealis: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2024 |
| Developer | Icebreaker Industries |
| Publisher | Icebreaker Industries |
| Steam App Id | 2215490 |
9. Dreamscape Abyss
Dreamscape Abyss is a game where you explore the ever-changing and surreal worlds inside of your dreams. Collect items to help you discover even more obscure areas as you delve deeper into your dream world.
Dreamscape Abyss has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dreamscape Abyss on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/10/2023 |
| Developer | Studio B71G |
| Publisher | Studio B71G |
| Steam App Id | 2467830 |
10. oVRshot
Engage in epic battles! Choose unique special abilities, and dominate the competition. Customize your character with awesome cosmetics. Experience the ultimate VR archery game oVRshot now!
oVRshot has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Silent Protagonist games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59 positive reviews and 10 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 oVRshot on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/9/2018 |
| Developer | Frozen Arrow Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 790750 |
More Free Silent Protagonist Games
Explore even more rankings for the 20 best free Silent Protagonist games available on Steam.
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| 50 | 1/10/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 3/27/2015 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 9/16/2022 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10 | 5/3/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 4/6/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 3/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/7/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/11/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/10/2023 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/9/2018 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/5/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/7/2017 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/1/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/18/2022 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/7/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/15/2018 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/21/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/7/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/20/2019 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/7/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Half-Life 2: Update on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Half-Life 2: VR Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). Thief Simulator 2: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode Two on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Half-Life 2: VR Mod - Episode One on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Seasonala Cemetery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Project Borealis: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Dreamscape Abyss on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). oVRshot on Steam. Steam Store.