Best Cult Classic Games on Steam
Steam currently has 367 Cult Classic 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. Cult Classic game rankings were last updated on 4/26/2024.
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1. Papa's Freezeria Deluxe
Return to Calypso Island to serve seasonal sundae treats in Papa's Freezeria Deluxe! Craft sundaes in the Freezeria for all your quirky customers while earning tips, points and Special Recipes. Switch gears and take a trip in the Food Truck to concoct your own chilly creations and see who shows up!
Papa's Freezeria Deluxe holds the #1 spot for "best Cult Classic game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,138 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,080 positive reviews and 58 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Papa's Freezeria Deluxe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Papa Louie Games |
| Developer | Flipline Studios |
| Publisher | Flipline Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2291760 |
2. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,003 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,308 positive reviews and 695 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.89 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.89 |
| Release Date | 4/9/2019 |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 787480 |
4. Peggle Deluxe
Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.
Peggle Deluxe has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,899 positive reviews and 223 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Peggle Deluxe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $0.99 |
| Release Date | 3/6/2007 |
| Developer | PopCap Games, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 3480 |
5. Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the classic puzzle-solving mystery adventure directed by Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi, is back! This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound and new gallery content.
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,975 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,892 positive reviews and 83 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 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 | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 6/29/2023 |
| Franchise | Capcom |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1967430 |
6. Psychonauts 2
Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.
Psychonauts 2 has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,460 positive reviews and 356 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Psychonauts 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 8/24/2021 |
| Franchise | Xbox Game Studios |
| Developer | Double Fine Productions |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 607080 |
7. The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,898 positive reviews and 1,112 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 6/16/2009 |
| Developer | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 22320 |
8. Day of the Tentacle Remastered
Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.
Day of the Tentacle Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,032 positive reviews and 131 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 3/21/2016 |
| Franchise | Double Fine Productions |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Double Fine Productions |
| Steam App Id | 388210 |
9. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?
The Curse of Monkey Island has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,384 positive reviews and 66 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 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 The Curse of Monkey Island on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 3/22/2018 |
| Franchise | Monkey Island Franchise |
| Developer | LucasArts |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 730820 |
10. Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.
Psychonauts has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Cult Classic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,680 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,873 positive reviews and 807 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Psychonauts on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/11/2006 |
| Developer | Double Fine Productions |
| Publisher | Double Fine Productions |
| Steam App Id | 3830 |
More Cult Classic Games
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 170 | 3/31/2023 | 96 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 767 | 4/9/2019 | 95 | $9.89 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/17/2017 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 291 | 3/6/2007 | 94 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 6/29/2023 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 8/24/2021 | 94 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 215 | 6/16/2009 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 3/21/2016 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 3/22/2018 | 93 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 10/11/2006 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 5/9/2019 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 5/15/2015 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 3/29/2007 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 3/22/2007 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 7/15/2009 | 92 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 340 | 9/3/2019 | 92 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,510 | 2/25/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 339 | 4/14/2016 | 92 | $8.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 66 | 1/6/2011 | 92 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 77 | 6/23/2020 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 27). Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 28). Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons. on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). Peggle Deluxe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 19). Psychonauts 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Day of the Tentacle Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). The Curse of Monkey Island on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 22). Psychonauts on Steam. Steam Store.