Best Nonlinear Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,870 Nonlinear 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. Nonlinear game rankings were last updated on 11/27/2024.
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1. WEBFISHING
WEBFISHING a multiplayer chatroom-focused fishing game! Relax and fish (on the web!)
WEBFISHING holds the #1 spot for "best Nonlinear game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,887 positive reviews and 668 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run WEBFISHING on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
| Developer | lamedeveloper |
| Publisher | lamedeveloper |
| Steam App Id | 3146520 |
2. Juice Galaxy
Juice Galaxy is a happy place to fly around and smack things and drink juice. And explore things. And just, flip around doing stuff.
Juice Galaxy has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,553 positive reviews and 91 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Juice Galaxy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Purrgatory
A slice-of-death visual novel about making friends, cracking cat puns, and waiting for eternity to pass.
Purrgatory has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,279 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,236 positive reviews and 43 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Purrgatory on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/23/2021 |
| Developer | Niv (Darvin Heo) |
| Publisher | Niv (Darvin Heo) |
| Steam App Id | 1713610 |
4. Pseudoregalia
Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.
Pseudoregalia has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,964 positive reviews and 333 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 Pseudoregalia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Fear & Hunger 2: Termina
F&H 2: Termina is oppressive, relentless and hopeless. A mix of jRPG and Survival Horror. Turn-based combat meets resource management. 3 days to explore the wicked town of Prehevil and find out about its dark secrets. 3 days until the pale and sickly green moon rises at its apex. Termina is upon us!
Fear & Hunger 2: Termina has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,261 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,027 positive reviews and 234 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 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 | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 12/9/2022 |
| Developer | Miro Haverinen |
| Publisher | Miro Haverinen |
| Steam App Id | 2171440 |
6. Bloody Hell
A short but sweet game about an Angel on a Bloody Bullet-hell mission to kill Satan! Dash, Double Dash, Grapple & Blast your way through Hell to fulfill your Holy Mission. Will you be able to kill Satan? Or will you fail to master your abilities and DIE in this BLOODY HELL?
Bloody Hell has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,280 positive reviews and 109 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bloody Hell on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/27/2023 |
| Developer | Pun Intended |
| Publisher | Pun Intended |
| Steam App Id | 2056220 |
7. Minishoot' Adventures
Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!
Minishoot' Adventures has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,889 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,810 positive reviews and 79 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.24 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 | $11.24 |
| Release Date | 4/2/2024 |
| Franchise | IndieArk |
| Developer | SoulGame Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1634860 |
8. ANIMAL WELL
Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.
ANIMAL WELL has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,085 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,486 positive reviews and 599 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 5/9/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Bigmode |
| Steam App Id | 813230 |
9. Pilgrims
Pilgrims is a playful adventure game, created by the team behind Machinarium and Samorost. Roam the land as you please and make new friends, share a laugh with your fellow travelers and help them complete their little stories, your way. How many different solutions can you find?
Pilgrims has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,648 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,499 positive reviews and 149 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.74 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 | $1.74 |
| Release Date | 10/7/2019 |
| Franchise | Amanita Design |
| Developer | Amanita Design |
| Publisher | Amanita Design |
| Steam App Id | 1049280 |
10. Little Kitty, Big City
You're a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends with stray animals, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn't that what cats do best?
Little Kitty, Big City has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Nonlinear games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,554 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,239 positive reviews and 315 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.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 5/9/2024 |
| Developer | Double Dagger Studio |
| Publisher | Double Dagger Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1177980 |
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| 3,804 | 10/11/2024 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 60 | 11/22/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 8/23/2021 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 86 | 7/28/2023 | 95 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 214 | 12/9/2022 | 94 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 16 | 1/27/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 55 | 4/2/2024 | 94 | $11.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 300 | 5/9/2024 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/7/2019 | 93 | $1.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 94 | 5/9/2024 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 1/31/2013 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 10/20/2020 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 8/27/2024 | 92 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 91 | 6/10/2021 | 92 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 241 | 4/25/2024 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 6/14/2024 | 92 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 6/4/2019 | 92 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/28/2017 | 92 | $1.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 5/19/2022 | 92 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/2/2023 | 92 | $8.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). WEBFISHING on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). Juice Galaxy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). Purrgatory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 29). Pseudoregalia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Fear & Hunger 2: Termina on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 4). Bloody Hell on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). Minishoot' Adventures on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). ANIMAL WELL on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 28). Pilgrims on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). Little Kitty, Big City on Steam. Steam Store.