Best Old School Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,344 Old School 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. Old School game rankings were last updated on 12/6/2024.
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1. The Henry Stickmin Collection
A choose-your-own-path where failing is more fun than succeeding.
The Henry Stickmin Collection holds the #1 spot for "best Old School game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,569 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,931 positive reviews and 638 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 8/7/2020 |
| Franchise | Innersloth |
| Developer | PuffballsUnited |
| Publisher | Innersloth |
| Steam App Id | 1089980 |
2. ULTRAKILL
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based style scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health.
ULTRAKILL has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137,805 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 134,869 positive reviews and 2,936 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 | 9/3/2020 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
| Developer | Arsi "Hakita" Patala |
| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1229490 |
3. Touhou Mystia's Izakaya
A brand new pixel art restaurant simulator based on the Touhou Project! Play as Mystia, the owner of a small izakaya. Collect ingredients by day, cater to the customers by night, learn recipes from familiar characters, and become the best izakaya owner in all of Gensokyo!
Touhou Mystia's Izakaya has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,714 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,387 positive reviews and 327 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
4. Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Counter-Strike has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 245,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238,801 positive reviews and 6,291 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 Counter-Strike on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Firework
An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering.
Firework has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,352 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,510 positive reviews and 842 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Firework on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 2/3/2021 |
| Developer | Shiying Studio |
| Publisher | Gamera Games |
| Steam App Id | 1288310 |
6. DUSK
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
DUSK has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,579 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,994 positive reviews and 585 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.79 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $6.79 |
| Release Date | 12/10/2018 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
| Developer | David Szymanski |
| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 519860 |
7. CULTIC
Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.
CULTIC has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,448 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,346 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/13/2022 |
| Franchise | 3D Realms |
| Developer | Jasozz Games |
| Publisher | 3D Realms |
| Steam App Id | 1684930 |
8. Murders on the Yangtze River
"Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.
Murders on the Yangtze River has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,591 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,232 positive reviews and 359 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Murders on the Yangtze River on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.24 |
| Release Date | 1/31/2024 |
| Developer | OMEGAMES STUDIO |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1746030 |
9. Echo Point Nova
Echo Point Nova is an open-world FPS that offers unparalleled freedom and thrilling speed. Designed for both singleplayer and coop. From the creators of Severed Steel.
Echo Point Nova has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,283 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,248 positive reviews and 35 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. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/24/2024 |
| Developer | Greylock Studio |
| Publisher | Greylock Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1836730 |
10. Crow Country
The year is 1990. It’s been two years since the mysterious disappearance of Edward Crow and the abrupt closure of his theme park, Crow Country. But your arrival has broken the silence, Mara Forest. If you want answers, you’ll have to venture deep into the darkness of Crow Country to find them…
Crow Country has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Old School games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,198 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,136 positive reviews and 62 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.
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| 187 | 8/7/2020 | 97 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,524 | 9/3/2020 | 97 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,140 | 10/1/2021 | 96 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 8,712 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 59 | 2/3/2021 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 76 | 12/10/2018 | 95 | $6.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 10/13/2022 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 288 | 1/31/2024 | 95 | $11.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 70 | 9/24/2024 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 5/9/2024 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 39 | 6/14/2024 | 95 | $12.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 79 | 7/28/2023 | 95 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/6/2020 | 94 | $2.69 | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 8/3/2007 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 61 | 8/3/2007 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 5/16/2023 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | ??? | 93 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 6/26/2014 | 93 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 12/12/2022 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 11/7/2013 | 93 | ??? | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). ULTRAKILL on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Touhou Mystia's Izakaya on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). Firework on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). DUSK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). CULTIC on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 8). Murders on the Yangtze River on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Echo Point Nova on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). Crow Country on Steam. Steam Store.