Free Top-Down Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,312 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 1/18/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Top-Down game on Steam" with a Player Score of 69. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,817 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,101 positive reviews and 5,716 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 |
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 1,447 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 946 positive reviews and 501 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. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,722 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,716 positive reviews and 17,006 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 | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
4. DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA is Dragon Ball's first team-oriented free to play game.
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,639 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,590 positive reviews and 3,049 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/10/2025 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | GANBARION Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2072560 |
5. 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 69, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,500 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,862 positive reviews and 13,638 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 |
6. PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager
Discover a new style of RPG management gameplay. Experience the fun of an idle RPG that blends an innovative four-view battle system with a deep hero-growth mechanic.
PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 812 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 527 positive reviews and 285 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/27/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Tesseract Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3882730 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,099 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,583 positive reviews and 1,516 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 |
8. UNDECEMBER: 4th Anniversary
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: 4th Anniversary has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,681 positive reviews and 9,665 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: 4th Anniversary 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,656 positive reviews and 20,496 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).
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Top-Down games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,769 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,118 positive reviews and 651 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).
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| 13,216 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,838 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,405 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,659 | 9/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,209 | 4/15/2020 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,189 | 11/27/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,178 | 12/4/2020 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,082 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,023 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 939 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 935 | 10/16/2025 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 707 | 2/18/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 671 | 12/8/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 596 | 1/16/2026 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 540 | 7/31/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 504 | 11/30/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 475 | 8/15/2023 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 473 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 416 | 7/27/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 357 | 11/19/2025 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 18). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). Leaf Blower Revolution - Idle Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). UNDECEMBER: 4th Anniversary on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.