Best Asynchronous Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 802 Asynchronous Multiplayer games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Asynchronous Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 5/24/2026.
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1. Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to)
A game about writing nice letters to real people. Write and receive encouraging letters in a cozy room. Trade stickers and listen to chill music. We're all in this together. Sometimes all you need are a few kind words.
Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) holds the #1 spot for "best Asynchronous Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,980 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,807 positive reviews and 173 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 9/12/2019 |
| Developer | Popcannibal |
| Publisher | Popcannibal |
| Steam App Id | 1070710 |
2. DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH
Sam – with companions by his side – sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction. Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: should we have connected?
DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,498 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,492 positive reviews and 1,006 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $69.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $69.99 |
| Release Date | 3/19/2026 |
| Franchise | PlayStation Studios™ |
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| Steam App Id | 3280350 |
3. The Past Within
The Past Within is the new co-op experience from Rusty Lake! Play together with someone you deem trustworthy: one in The Past, the other in The Future. Observe and communicate what you see around you. Solve the puzzles and uncover Albert Vanderboom’s plan.
The Past Within has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,456 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,591 positive reviews and 865 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and 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.
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 11/2/2022 |
| Franchise | Rusty Lake |
| Developer | Rusty Lake |
| Publisher | Rusty Lake |
| Steam App Id | 1515210 |
4. Silly Linguine Cat Simulator Deluxe Online
Silly Linguine Cat Simulator Deluxe Online is a clicker game where progression is replaced with gambling, where the goal is simply to collect the rarest silly linguine cats.
Silly Linguine Cat Simulator Deluxe Online has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 919 positive reviews and 20 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 3/27/2026 |
| Developer | Brody Seyranian |
| Publisher | Brody Seyranian |
| Steam App Id | 4368350 |
5. Turmoil
Drill for oil like it's 1899! Turmoil offers players a visually charming, tongue-in-cheek take on the simulation genre inspired by the 19th century oil rush in North America.
Turmoil has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,776 positive reviews and 1,115 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Turmoil on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Rocket Boots Mania
Master rocket-powered parkour! Boost, slide, wallrun, and fly through 70+ handcrafted levels... or build your own in Create Mode. Play solo, race online, or climb the leaderboards in async multiplayer.
Rocket Boots Mania has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 265 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 264 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Rocket Boots Mania on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $8.99 |
| Release Date | 1/23/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 942200 |
7. Demon Tides
Race across open oceans and uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets. Expressively platform your way across dozens of locales, upgrading your gear and modifying your move-set every step of the way!
Demon Tides has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 785 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 756 positive reviews and 29 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
8. Magic Rampage
Magic Rampage is a fast-paced action RPG platformer with a massive single-player campaign, deep character customization, and challenging dungeons. Master powerful gear, uncover secrets, and test your skills in competitive and PvP modes.
Magic Rampage has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,611 positive reviews and 92 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and 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 | 5/24/2022 |
| Developer | Asantee Games |
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| Steam App Id | 704920 |
9. Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith
In Dominions 5 you take control of a powerful being that rules a nation and aspires to godhood. The type of Pretender Gods can vary from magically powerful arch mages to huge titans or large monuments. Dominions is a deep 4x turn based strategy game with a very large variety of spells and units.
Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,033 positive reviews and 130 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $39.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $39.99 |
| Release Date | 11/27/2017 |
| Developer | Illwinter Game Design |
| Publisher | Illwinter Game Design |
| Steam App Id | 722060 |
10. Cascadia
Compete to create the most perfect ecosystem in the award-winning board game journey!
Cascadia has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Asynchronous Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 219 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 217 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Cascadia on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/19/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2438970 |
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| 2 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,334 | 3/19/2026 | 93 | $69.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 40 | 11/2/2022 | 92 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 0 | 3/27/2026 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 222 | 6/2/2016 | 91 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 1/23/2025 | 90 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 2/19/2026 | 90 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 5/24/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21 | 11/27/2017 | 90 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 2/19/2025 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,992 | 6/13/2025 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 9/1/2017 | 89 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/10/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 414 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,255 | 4/28/2026 | 89 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 11/24/2022 | 89 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 138 | 6/20/2025 | 88 | $22.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 11/10/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 50 | 9/14/2023 | 88 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/20/2025 | 88 | $49.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 27). DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). The Past Within on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 21). Silly Linguine Cat Simulator Deluxe Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 11). Turmoil on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 25). Rocket Boots Mania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 26). Demon Tides on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 4). Magic Rampage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Dominions 5 - Warriors of the Faith on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). Cascadia on Steam. Steam Store.