Free Thriller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,851 Thriller 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 Thriller game rankings were last updated on 8/20/2025.
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1. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime holds the #1 spot for "best free Thriller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 84. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 101,040 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,028 positive reviews and 15,012 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/12/2021 |
| Developer | Mob Entertainment |
| Publisher | Mob Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1721470 |
2. Caliber
Caliber is a team-based online shooter focused on special forces units from all over the world. More than 70 operators with unique abilities and weapons as well as various game modes and maps are waiting for you.
Caliber has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,887 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,833 positive reviews and 5,054 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 Caliber on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/12/2023 |
| Franchise | 1C Game Studios |
| Developer | 1C Game Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 307950 |
3. Book of Yog Idle RPG
The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team!
Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,953 positive reviews and 2,767 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Book of Yog Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Romance Club - Stories I Play
Immerse yourself in romantic visual stories where you control what happens!
Romance Club - Stories I Play has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 680 positive reviews and 180 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 Romance Club - Stories I Play on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/13/2023 |
| Developer | Your Story Interactive |
| Publisher | Your Story Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2433470 |
5. Bendy: Lone Wolf
Bendy: Lone Wolf™ will tests your ability to survive against ever increasing odds. Monsters and obstacles emerge from every direction as you journey into the rubberhose halls of the world's most evil animation studio. Every day is a challenge.
Bendy: Lone Wolf has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 750 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 645 positive reviews and 105 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/15/2025 |
| Franchise | Joey Drew Studios Inc. |
| Developer | Joey Drew Studios |
| Publisher | Joey Drew Studios |
| Steam App Id | 3232610 |
6. Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong
Riichi City is a competitive urban-style Anime mahjong game, featuring beginner-friendly mahjong tutorials, Ranked Matches and tournaments crowded with masters! Spice up the experience with our ACG characters voiced by famous CVs, and attractive items and decorations! Set off for Riichi City now!
Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,840 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,932 positive reviews and 1,908 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/8/2022 |
| Developer | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1954420 |
7. Garten of Banban 0
Explore the origins of the mysterious Banban’s Kindergarten. Survive the dark past of the establishment. Try to make some friends. Uncover the truth behind the place, and who you are…
Garten of Banban 0 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,007 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,148 positive reviews and 859 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 2/21/2025 |
| Franchise | Euphoric Universe |
| Developer | Euphoric Brothers |
| Publisher | Euphoric Brothers |
| Steam App Id | 3300410 |
8. Hello Neighbor Alpha 1
This is Alpha 1 of Hello Neighbor, a Stealth Horror Game about sneaking into your neighbor's house and figuring out what he's hiding in the basement. Play against an advanced AI that learns from your actions.
Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,600 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,328 positive reviews and 272 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 Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2019 |
| Developer | Dynamic Pixels |
| Publisher | tinyBuild |
| Steam App Id | 1092710 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,043 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,826 positive reviews and 217 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 |
10. Love In The Dark
In this multiplayer horror game, a loving couple receives an invitation from a wealthy man for an event. Despite my concerns, she insists on going. To protect her, I decide to secretly join and keep her safe.
Love In The Dark has achieved a Player Score of 41, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Thriller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 146 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 | 9/28/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 2520870 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Thriller games available on Steam.
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| 470 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 359 | 4/12/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 347 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 288 | 10/13/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 281 | 8/15/2025 | 81 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 179 | 9/8/2022 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 60 | 2/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 10/12/2019 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27 | 10/15/2019 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 9/28/2023 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 9/4/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 8/28/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
![[Nightmare Files] Clap Clap steam charts](https://cdn.akamai.steamstatic.com/steam/apps/2933290/header.jpg) | 15 | 6/4/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 1/6/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 4/20/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 10/10/2019 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 5/31/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 2/16/2023 | 39 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 11/30/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 2/29/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 13). Caliber on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Romance Club - Stories I Play on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Bendy: Lone Wolf on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 15). Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Garten of Banban 0 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 28). Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 11). Love In The Dark on Steam. Steam Store.