Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 21,382 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 9/4/2025.
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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 91,047 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,671 positive reviews and 16,376 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 38,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,586 positive reviews and 949 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 25, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 352,913 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87,592 positive reviews and 265,321 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 74,475 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,633 positive reviews and 10,842 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 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,679 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,812 positive reviews and 1,867 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 106,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,339 positive reviews and 45,863 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 |
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 22,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,073 positive reviews and 2,294 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. 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 #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,585 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,716 positive reviews and 2,869 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 |
9. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,945 positive reviews and 5,946 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).
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 23,030 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,429 positive reviews and 2,601 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).
More Free Story Rich Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Story Rich games available on Steam.
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| 104,373 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 78,879 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,329 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,360 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,422 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,532 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,718 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,447 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,514 | 6/26/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,252 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,478 | 12/9/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,951 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,815 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,726 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,591 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,109 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,558 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,557 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,894 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,865 | 4/28/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 4). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 6). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 5). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 6). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 7). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 5). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 2). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 3). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 5). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 2). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.