Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 19,702 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 5/5/2025.
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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 89,025 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,383 positive reviews and 15,642 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. 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 24, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 340,488 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80,404 positive reviews and 260,084 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 |
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 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 56,890 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,877 positive reviews and 8,013 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. 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 87, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,156 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,311 positive reviews and 845 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,735 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,086 positive reviews and 2,649 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 |
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 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,248 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,063 positive reviews and 18,185 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. 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 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,620 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,864 positive reviews and 44,756 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 |
8. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters.
GrandChase has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,140 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,279 positive reviews and 8,861 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GrandChase on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,060 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,088 positive reviews and 6,972 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 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,178 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,665 positive reviews and 4,513 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 |
More Free Story Rich Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Story Rich games available on Steam.
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| 105,414 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,410 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,771 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,825 | 4/28/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,449 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,569 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,579 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,430 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,238 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,091 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,044 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,613 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,608 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,955 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,934 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,865 | 8/10/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,708 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,240 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,213 | 6/3/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,189 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 7). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 4). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.