Free Top-Down Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,083 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 8/27/2025.
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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 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 68,477 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,001 positive reviews and 16,476 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. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,214 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 803 positive reviews and 411 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2024 |
| Developer | Multicast |
| Publisher | MulticastGames |
| Steam App Id | 3037410 |
3. 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 70, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,173 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,083 positive reviews and 12,090 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 |
4. 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 54, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,536 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,301 positive reviews and 20,235 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).
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,786 positive reviews and 5,086 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,189 positive reviews and 1,463 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 |
7. 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 62, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,728 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,093 positive reviews and 635 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play March of Empires on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist
Try the legendary Texas Poker! Enjoy a real casino atmosphere and superior 3D graphics. Jump into a world of excitement, challenge other players, and show you're a true winner!
Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 779 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 445 positive reviews and 334 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 2/18/2025 |
| Developer | KamaGames Entertainment Group Limited |
| Publisher | KamaGames Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 3174070 |
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 20,052 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,502 positive reviews and 9,550 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 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
| Developer | Needs Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1549250 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,766 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,986 positive reviews and 2,780 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).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 6,874 | 7/20/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,901 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,042 | 4/15/2020 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,527 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,179 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,097 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 697 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 667 | 2/18/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 412 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 302 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 7/31/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 294 | 8/19/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 285 | 9/24/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 283 | 11/30/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 259 | 8/15/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 232 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 230 | 5/6/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 179 | 8/7/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 173 | 12/9/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 172 | 8/31/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 18). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 16). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 25). Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Undecember on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.