Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 22,413 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 10/30/2025.
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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 91,696 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,118 positive reviews and 16,578 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 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,221 positive reviews and 1,311 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,964 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,185 positive reviews and 11,779 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 |
4. Blue Protocol: Star Resonance
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance expands the Blue Protocol universe with a vibrant MMORPG experience. Create your own hero, team up for strategic raids, or simply relax and have fun with friends fishing, crafting, and endless exploration. Adventure awaits!
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,410 positive reviews and 7,887 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 Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2025 |
| Developer | Shanghai Bokura Network Technology Co.Ltd |
| Publisher | A Plus |
| Steam App Id | 3681810 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 358,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,186 positive reviews and 267,333 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 |
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 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,400 positive reviews and 22,094 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 78,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,691 positive reviews and 2,956 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 26,461 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,639 positive reviews and 2,822 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,825 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,541 positive reviews and 2,284 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,984 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,261 positive reviews and 2,723 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).
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Story Rich games available on Steam.
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| 106,086 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 102,696 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,775 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,348 | 10/9/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,338 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,859 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,297 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,462 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,701 | 6/25/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,043 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,948 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,620 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,115 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,996 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,741 | 1/8/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,477 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,970 | 4/28/2025 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,702 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,571 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,560 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 14). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 28). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.