Free Singleplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 67,587 Singleplayer 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 Singleplayer game rankings were last updated on 1/16/2025.
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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 Singleplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,694 positive reviews and 14,788 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. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,862 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,161 positive reviews and 18,701 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developer | Team Jade |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
3. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 605,572 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 529,400 positive reviews and 76,172 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
4. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,987 positive reviews and 31,100 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
5. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 292,312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 283,897 positive reviews and 8,415 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 159,508 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,442 positive reviews and 20,066 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims 4 |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
7. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,334 positive reviews and 20,020 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 | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
8. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,020 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,409 positive reviews and 7,611 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
9. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 97,526 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,709 positive reviews and 41,817 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
10. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Singleplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,739 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,159 positive reviews and 33,580 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
More Free Singleplayer Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Singleplayer games available on Steam.
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| 78,368 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 69,913 | 12/4/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,557 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,422 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,657 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,758 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,536 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,178 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,666 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,519 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,222 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,903 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,347 | 9/30/2021 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,886 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,033 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,711 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,421 | 10/11/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,136 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,917 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,493 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 18). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.