Free Top-Down Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,156 Top-Down 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 Top-Down game rankings were last updated on 12/13/2024.
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1. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return holds the #1 spot for "best free Top-Down game on Steam" with a Player Score of 79. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,257 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,645 positive reviews and 12,612 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/20/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
2. Hero's Land
HERO'S LAND is an MMO PVPVE game where survival isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. Monsters and enemies are out to get you, making every encounter a potential ambush. Fight for glory, and welcome to a world where strategy and courage are your greatest assets.
Hero's Land has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,463 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,664 positive reviews and 18,799 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hero's Land on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game
Blow leaves, upgrade your gear, and automate your progress as you explore the Leaf Universe. A satisfying incremental idle game where every leaf blown brings you closer to the next big upgrade. Simple, relaxing, and endlessly rewarding. Let the leaves fall, and your progress rise!
Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,248 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,916 positive reviews and 1,332 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 Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/4/2020 |
| Developer | Humble North |
| Publisher | Humble North |
| Steam App Id | 1468260 |
4. Ink Inside - First Page
INK INSIDE is a beat-em-up meets dodgeball action RPG featuring the voices of Brian David Gilbert (YouTube, Dropout) and Deneen Melody! (Evangelion, Romantic Killer). Experience the exciting and hilarious prologue with a friend when you play this NEW kind of Saturday morning cartoon together!
Ink Inside - First Page has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "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 | 10/23/2024 |
| Franchise | Entalto Studios |
| Developer | Blackfield Entertainment LLC |
| Publisher | Entalto Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 3153190 |
5. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination!
March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,604 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,039 positive reviews and 565 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 March of Empires on the Steam Deck.
6. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,469 positive reviews and 7,639 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 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/15/2020 |
| Developer | 1939 Games |
| Publisher | 1939 Games |
| Steam App Id | 544810 |
7. Shape of Dreams: Prologue
《Shape of Dreams: Prologue》 is a unique game that combines action roguelite with MOBA-style gameplay. Create your own champion by editing your character's Memories. Face all challenges alone, or play with friends in up to 4-player co-op.
Shape of Dreams: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,783 positive reviews and 82 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 11/12/2024 |
| Developer | Lizard Smoothie |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 3275270 |
8. Bloons TD Battles 2
From the creators of Bloons TD6... Bloons TD Battles 2 is a brand new installment of the top-rated head-to-head tower defense game. Gather your Hero, choose your team of powerful Monkey Towers, and prepare to battle one on one against other players and relentless waves of Bloons!
Bloons TD Battles 2 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,218 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,199 positive reviews and 5,019 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bloons TD Battles 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/30/2021 |
| Franchise | Ninja Kiwi Games |
| Developer | Ninja Kiwi |
| Publisher | Ninja Kiwi |
| Steam App Id | 1276390 |
9. Undecember
UNDECEMBER is a Hack & Slash Action RPG in which players are able to surpass the conventional limits of skills by endlessly combining variety of Skill and Link Runes. Become a Rune Hunter and experience the joy of farming and growth!
Undecember has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,381 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,106 positive reviews and 9,275 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Undecember on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2022 |
| Developer | Needs Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1549250 |
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 Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,620 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,618 positive reviews and 4,002 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 |
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| 7,383 | 7/20/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,287 | 5/18/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,780 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,456 | 10/23/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,158 | 12/11/2017 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 924 | 4/15/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 874 | 11/12/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 822 | 11/30/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 740 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 583 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 504 | 2/1/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 482 | 11/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 474 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 404 | 8/15/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 359 | 7/30/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 351 | 6/23/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 345 | 12/9/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 343 | 8/7/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 313 | 10/21/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 261 | 5/6/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 2). Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Ink Inside - First Page on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Shape of Dreams: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Bloons TD Battles 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Undecember on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.