Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 20,831 Story Rich 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 Story Rich game rankings were last updated on 7/23/2025.
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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 Story Rich game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,384 positive reviews and 16,156 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. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,641 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,931 positive reviews and 710 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
3. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,584 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,255 positive reviews and 1,329 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 Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3224770 |
4. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 25, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 348,390 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,825 positive reviews and 263,565 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
5. 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 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,969 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,302 positive reviews and 10,667 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 |
6. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,432 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,274 positive reviews and 20,158 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,311 positive reviews and 2,804 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 not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
8. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,951 positive reviews and 1,865 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
9. Torchlight: Infinite
The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.
Torchlight: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,309 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,442 positive reviews and 4,867 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 Torchlight: Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/10/2023 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 1974050 |
10. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 23.5 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 44, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,731 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,229 positive reviews and 5,502 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Persona5: The Phantom X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Story Rich Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Story Rich games available on Steam.
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| 85,999 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62,297 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,820 | 6/25/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,990 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,826 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,324 | 12/9/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,438 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,028 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,773 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,976 | 6/26/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,881 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,746 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,997 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,051 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,507 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,500 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,419 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,160 | 4/28/2025 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,825 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,516 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 23). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 28). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.