Free Surreal Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,376 Surreal 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 Surreal game rankings were last updated on 10/16/2024.
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1. Cube Escape: Paradox
The tenth Cube Escape follows the story of detective Dale Vandermeer who finds himself trapped in two different universes and needs to escape. Cube Escape: Paradox will be released together with the accompanying Paradox: A Rusty Lake Film.
Cube Escape: Paradox holds the #1 spot for "best free Surreal game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,861 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,598 positive reviews and 263 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Cube Escape: Paradox on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/20/2018 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 909080 |
2. LET IT DIE
It's finally here! The survival action game that pits the strong against the weak is finally on PC! Experience all the heart-thumping action with a silky-smooth frame rate and ultra high resolution. How you make the best of the weapons, armor, and items at your disposal will determine your fate in the ever-changing "Tower of Barbs!
LET IT DIE has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,629 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,195 positive reviews and 1,434 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 9/26/2018 |
| Franchise | GungHo |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | GungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 794600 |
3. Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered
Escape Baldi's schoolhouse again in this new remastered version of Baldi's Basics Classic! Use stealth and strategy to collect all 7 notebooks and win! Featuring three games in one, gameplay improvements, a more authentic art style, accessibility improvements, and brand new ways to play!
Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,477 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,740 positive reviews and 737 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2022 |
| Developer | Basically Games |
| Publisher | Basically Games, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1712830 |
4. Samsara Room
You woke up in a mysterious room you have never seen before. Can you find another way out? Samsara Room is a remake of the praised predecessor of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series.
Samsara Room has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,710 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,478 positive reviews and 232 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/29/2020 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 1281800 |
5. Sheepy: A Short Adventure
A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.
Sheepy: A Short Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,148 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,999 positive reviews and 149 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Sheepy: A Short Adventure on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/6/2024 |
| Franchise | MrSuicideSheep |
| Developer | MrSuicideSheep |
| Publisher | MrSuicideSheep |
| Steam App Id | 1568400 |
6. vivid/stasis
Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the dark truth about a mysterious organization. Everything happens for a reason. However, the truth behind that reason is left obstructed.
vivid/stasis has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,490 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,402 positive reviews and 88 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 vivid/stasis on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/7/2023 |
| Franchise | SKY HOUR WORKS |
| Developer | Team Vividstasis |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2093940 |
7. Ghostbane: Prologue
"Ghostbane: Prologue" is a multiplayer horror game that you can play with your friends. Detect paranormal activity, collect evidence of ghosts, hunt ghosts by rituals, and conduct detailed investigations about ghosts in your main base.
Ghostbane: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 132 positive reviews and 104 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
8. Hello Neighbor Alpha 2
Welcome to Alpha 2 of Hello Neighbor. Play against an advanced, self-learning AI in what eventually became Act 1 of Hello Neighbor - the stealth horror home invasion sim.
Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,297 positive reviews and 189 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 Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/15/2019 |
| Franchise | Hello Neighbor Game |
| Developer | Dynamic Pixels |
| Publisher | tinyBuild |
| Steam App Id | 1092720 |
9. Garten of Banban
Enter Banban's Kindergarten, and you're sure to make some friends. Explore the mysterious establishment and don't lose your life and sanity. Uncover the horrifying truth behind the place, but be careful, as you are far from alone…
Garten of Banban has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,763 positive reviews and 5,247 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 Garten of Banban on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/6/2023 |
| Developer | Euphoric Brothers |
| Publisher | Euphoric Brothers |
| Steam App Id | 2232840 |
10. Yume Nikki
This is a game in which you traverse the extremely dark world inside a dream.
Yume Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Surreal games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,810 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,349 positive reviews and 461 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 Yume Nikki on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 133 | 9/20/2018 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 130 | 9/26/2018 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 96 | 10/21/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 70 | 4/29/2020 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49 | 2/6/2024 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 3/7/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39 | 8/2/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37 | 10/15/2019 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 1/6/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 1/10/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 11/14/1997 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 2/2/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 10/12/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 12/22/2022 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 11/10/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 1/30/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 1/14/2022 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 5/9/2019 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 8/8/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 2/19/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). Cube Escape: Paradox on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). LET IT DIE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 8). Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 23). Samsara Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 3). Sheepy: A Short Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). vivid/stasis on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Ghostbane: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 19). Garten of Banban on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 2). Yume Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.