Free Visual Novel Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,430 Visual Novel 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 Visual Novel game rankings were last updated on 3/27/2026.
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1. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company holds the #1 spot for "best free Visual Novel game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 99,760 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87,507 positive reviews and 12,253 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
2. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,156 positive reviews and 17,313 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
3. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby, winner of Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025, is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53,904 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,590 positive reviews and 3,314 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 Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3224770 |
4. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,457 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,235 positive reviews and 6,222 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Persona5: The Phantom X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. The Spike Cross
"The thrill of spiking in volleyball. Why don't you try it out?" Developed by an indie developer who loves volleyball! The sports game made after numerous trial and error to contain the appeal of volleyball!
The Spike Cross has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,706 positive reviews and 266 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 The Spike Cross on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/19/2025 |
| Developer | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Publisher | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3983810 |
6. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,061 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,671 positive reviews and 2,390 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 ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
7. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,205 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,940 positive reviews and 265 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
8. Action Taimanin
An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!
Action Taimanin has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,201 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,948 positive reviews and 3,253 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 10/6/2020 |
| Developer | LiLith |
| Publisher | Infini-Brain inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1335200 |
9. Morimens
Morimens is a roguelite card-building game inspired by the Cthulhu mythos, where you craft a versatile and intricate deck tailored to your playstyle. The choice is yours to embark on a climb up treacherous towers or engage in tactical battles. Explore misty maps and uncover the truth of the world.
Morimens has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,744 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,088 positive reviews and 656 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 Morimens on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/1/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
10. Crush Crush
Welcome to Crush Crush - the Idle Dating Sim! Meet, flirt, and fall in love with a motley cast of girls in this heartfelt and hilarious game.
Crush Crush has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,906 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,795 positive reviews and 3,111 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 Crush Crush on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/18/2016 |
| Franchise | Sad Panda Studios Games |
| Developer | Sad Panda Studios |
| Publisher | Sad Panda Studios |
| Steam App Id | 459820 |
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| 39,089 | 2/26/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,432 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,743 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,715 | 6/26/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,484 | 9/19/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,441 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,104 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,051 | 10/6/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 997 | 8/1/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 796 | 10/18/2016 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 775 | 12/8/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 738 | 8/25/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 570 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 494 | 12/1/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 397 | 5/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 371 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 337 | 2/10/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 330 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 246 | 4/22/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 29). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 31). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 30). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 28). The Spike Cross on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 29). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 31). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 31). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 26). Crush Crush on Steam. Steam Store.