Free Visual Novel Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,624 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 12/18/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Visual Novel game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,710 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,663 positive reviews and 17,047 negative reviews โ 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 |
2. 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 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,374 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,762 positive reviews and 2,612 negative reviews โ 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 |
3. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86,616 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,657 positive reviews and 11,959 negative reviews โ 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 |
4. Waifusitter ๐ - Furry Collection
Waifusitter is a NSFW clicker where you collect and grow a waifu collection! Earn a random waifu every 3 hours, recycle unwanted ones, and aim for the rarest waifus. Trade waifus on Steam Community Marketplace.
Waifusitter ๐ - Furry Collection has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 125 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60 positive reviews and 65 negative reviews โ making it "Mixed" 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 | 3/4/2025 |
| Developer | Caulino |
| Publisher | Multisekai |
| Steam App Id | 3427660 |
5. Persona5: The Phantom X
โWeโre the Phantom Thieves, and weโre here to steal your heart!โ 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 #5 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,127 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,008 positive reviews and 6,119 negative reviews โ 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,643 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,593 positive reviews and 3,050 negative reviews โ 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 | 10/19/2016 |
| Franchise | Sad Panda Studios Games |
| Developer | Sad Panda Studios |
| Publisher | Sad Panda Studios |
| Steam App Id | 459820 |
7. GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM
Continuing the legacy of the Girls' Frontline world, this all-new adventure casts you as the Commander, challenging you to lead your squad of Tactical Dolls deep into perilous contamination zones and overcome enemies with tactical prowess.
GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,814 positive reviews and 940 negative reviews โ making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/10/2025 |
| Developer | SUNBORN Information Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Darkwinter Software Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3347400 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,683 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,463 positive reviews and 220 negative reviews โ 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 |
9. 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 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 958 positive reviews and 150 negative reviews โ 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 |
10. Slut Squad
Welcome to Slut Squad โ an NSFW Idle-Merge where you assemble the ultimate crew of bombshell thieves! Recruit, merge, and level up your squad, build the perfect crime fortress, and turn every heist into a filthy, high-stakes pleasure spree.
Slut Squad has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Visual Novel games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 599 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 438 positive reviews and 161 negative reviews โ making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Slut Squad on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/1/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 3554940 |
More Free Visual Novel Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Visual Novel games available on Steam.
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| 39,955 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,924 | 6/25/2025 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,668 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,856 | 3/4/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,640 | 6/26/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,260 | 10/19/2016 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 924 | 2/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 849 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 735 | 9/19/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 719 | 12/1/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 619 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 580 | 10/6/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 535 | 10/6/2017 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 532 | 8/2/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 531 | 8/25/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 409 | 5/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 352 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 292 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 255 | 12/8/2025 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 230 | 11/19/2014 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 9). Waifusitter ๐ - Furry Collection on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Crush Crush on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). GIRLS' FRONTLINE 2: EXILIUM on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). The Spike Cross on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Slut Squad on Steam. Steam Store.