Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 21,819 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 9/14/2025.
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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 91,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,870 positive reviews and 16,476 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 42,634 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,548 positive reviews and 1,086 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. 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 26, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 355,262 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89,152 positive reviews and 266,110 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,037 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,511 positive reviews and 11,526 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,738 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,657 positive reviews and 2,081 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,339 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,440 positive reviews and 2,899 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,935 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,435 positive reviews and 2,500 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 |
8. Guild Wars 2
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,423 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,779 positive reviews and 2,644 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 Guild Wars 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,071 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,855 positive reviews and 1,216 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 Blue Archive on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/4/2025 |
| Developer | NEXON Games |
| Publisher | NEXON Korea |
| Steam App Id | 3557620 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 106,639 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,613 positive reviews and 46,026 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 |
More Free Story Rich Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Story Rich games available on Steam.
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| 116,301 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 81,262 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,239 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,221 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,188 | 6/25/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,646 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,253 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,300 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,924 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,866 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,154 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,106 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,080 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,043 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,867 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,763 | 4/28/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,571 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,247 | 6/26/2025 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,121 | 1/8/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,943 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 14). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 26). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 18). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.