Free Story Rich Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,008 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 1/16/2025.
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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 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,694 positive reviews and 14,788 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 23, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 324,798 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,555 positive reviews and 253,243 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. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X 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 68,842 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,808 positive reviews and 16,034 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 97,526 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,709 positive reviews and 41,817 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 |
5. 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 83, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,324 positive reviews and 7,617 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 |
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 66,963 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,568 positive reviews and 2,395 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,869 positive reviews and 4,128 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 |
8. 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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Story Rich games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,161 positive reviews and 6,933 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 |
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| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
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 65,001 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,274 positive reviews and 6,727 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. 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 19,966 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,766 positive reviews and 2,200 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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| 78,319 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,907 | 8/10/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,633 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,853 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,356 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,814 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,020 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,135 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,986 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,725 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,582 | 10/1/2019 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,297 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,776 | 10/14/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,311 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,915 | 2/25/2016 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,787 | 12/19/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,765 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,539 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,425 | 6/6/2012 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,409 | 11/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.