Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,522 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 5/3/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Story Rich game on Steam" with a Player Score of 19. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 262,173 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,505 positive reviews and 214,668 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
2. 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 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,268 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,865 positive reviews and 5,403 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 |
3. STALCRAFT
STALCRAFT is a dynamic MMOFPS with survival horror elements, set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.
STALCRAFT has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,315 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,426 positive reviews and 9,889 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 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,929 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,291 positive reviews and 6,638 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 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Age of Empires Franchise |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
5. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,007 positive reviews and 6,117 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,473 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,004 positive reviews and 3,469 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 |
7. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,656 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,190 positive reviews and 466 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
8. Snowbreak: Containment Zone
The new 3D sci-fi RPG-shooter is here! Aim at fate, fight by our side! Clear the specified stage to claim an Orange-Tier Operative!
Snowbreak: Containment Zone has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,789 positive reviews and 485 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 Snowbreak: Containment Zone on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/25/2023 |
| Developer | Amazing Seasun Games |
| Publisher | Amazing Seasun Games |
| Steam App Id | 2668080 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,674 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,898 positive reviews and 1,776 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Guild Wars 2 on the Steam Deck.
10. NGU IDLE
NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!
NGU IDLE has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,011 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,585 positive reviews and 426 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play NGU IDLE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Story Rich Games
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 | 43,299 | 8/10/2023 | 19 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,349 | 2/26/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,506 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,487 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,679 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,452 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,952 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,941 | 12/25/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,618 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,466 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,148 | 2/25/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,104 | 11/9/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,040 | 4/2/2024 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,407 | 7/28/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,330 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,145 | 3/24/2016 | 86 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,094 | 10/14/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,907 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,407 | 11/20/2014 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,335 | 10/27/2023 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). STALCRAFT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 3). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 4). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Snowbreak: Containment Zone on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 20). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 11). NGU IDLE on Steam. Steam Store.