Best World War II Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,202 World War II 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. World War II game rankings were last updated on 12/14/2024.
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1. Steam Engine Simulator
The Steam Engine Simulator shown on AngeTheGreat's YouTube channel.
Steam Engine Simulator holds the #1 spot for "best World War II game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,454 positive reviews and 81 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 6/7/2023 |
| Developer | Ektorom Software Inc. |
| Publisher | Ektorom Software Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2381620 |
2. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,109 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,499 positive reviews and 610 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, it is possible to play The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Maitetsu:Last Run!!
《爱上火车-Last Run!!-》是日本美少女游戏知名品牌Lose所制作的E-mote视觉小说。本作为本篇故事的二次强化版与各路线后日谈及续集的合集，拥有相当于两部作品的内容，字数高达200万字。本作由Cura担当原画与人物设计，进行豹负责剧本，并由tO(と)主导演出效果。中日文版同步在日本与海外进行发售。
Maitetsu:Last Run!! has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,336 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,266 positive reviews and 70 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $34.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Maitetsu:Last Run!! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $34.99 |
| Release Date | 10/30/2020 |
| Developer | Lose |
| Publisher | HIKARI FIELD |
| Steam App Id | 1434480 |
4. Flowers -Le volume sur ete-
Summer has arrived early to Saint Angraecum Academy, and with it comes change. Follow the story of Erika in the second game in the Flowers series.
Flowers -Le volume sur ete- has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,162 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,154 positive reviews and 8 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Flowers -Le volume sur ete- on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 7/26/2018 |
| Developer | Innocent Grey |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 858940 |
5. Maitetsu:Pure Station
美少女游戏品牌Lose在2016年推出的《爱上火车》获得萌系游戏大赏2016的准大奖和剧本奖金奖。另外在Getchu举办的“美少女游戏大赏2016”中获得综合部门第2名、剧本部门第4名、系统部门第2名、绘图部门第6名、音乐部门第8名、影片部门第7名、角色部门（八六）第3名。
Maitetsu:Pure Station has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,417 positive reviews and 118 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, it is possible to play Maitetsu:Pure Station on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/21/2018 |
| Developer | Lose |
| Publisher | HIKARI FIELD |
| Steam App Id | 880950 |
6. Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you spawn and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Command nations to nudge the world events into your liking.
Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #6 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,508 positive reviews and 139 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 2/17/2023 |
| Developer | JoySpark Games |
| Publisher | JoySpark Games |
| Steam App Id | 2186320 |
7. Company of Heroes
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.
Company of Heroes has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #7 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,204 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,303 positive reviews and 901 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 not possible to play or run Company of Heroes on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 9/11/2006 |
| Developer | Relic Entertainment |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Steam App Id | 228200 |
8. Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark Outside
There's no reason to be afraid of the dark. Fed up with his fear of the dark, Sam transforms himself into Pajama Sam - world's youngest superhero and resolves to confront Darkness! With help from King the mine car, Otto the boat, and a host of fascinating characters.
Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark Outside has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,201 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,172 positive reviews and 29 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 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 | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 4/17/2014 |
| Developer | Humongous Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 283960 |
9. Commando Collection
Rebooting classic 2D side-scrolling action shooters, this game introduces new enemies and gameplay mechanics. As a WWII Allied soldier, battle across diverse battlefields with advanced, imaginative weapons. Relive childhood memories while facing fresh challenges and epic boss battles!
Commando Collection has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 919 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 901 positive reviews and 18 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.49 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.
10. Bishojo Mangekyo Kotowari to Meikyu no Shojo
玩家将和故事中性格各异的角色一起，解开神秘超自然事件的真相。并逐步了解贯穿整部游戏的核心——万华镜，及其持有者莲华的秘密。
Bishojo Mangekyo Kotowari to Meikyu no Shojo has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,732 positive reviews and 112 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Bishojo Mangekyo Kotowari to Meikyu no Shojo on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 6/20/2021 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Seikei Production |
| Steam App Id | 1310990 |
More World War II Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best World War II games available on Steam.
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| 40 | 6/7/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 3/31/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17 | 10/30/2020 | 94 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 7/26/2018 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 9/21/2018 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 385 | 2/17/2023 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 937 | 9/11/2006 | 92 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 35 | 4/17/2014 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 7/26/2024 | 92 | $3.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 6/20/2021 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 53 | 10/14/2006 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 7/23/2019 | 91 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 1/18/2024 | 91 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 10/15/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 3/2/2018 | 91 | $6.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 282 | 10/14/2006 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 226 | 9/13/2011 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 266 | 8/26/2021 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 9/4/2021 | 91 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 101 | 7/17/2007 | 91 | $36.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 10). Maitetsu:Last Run!! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). Flowers -Le volume sur ete- on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Maitetsu:Pure Station on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Company of Heroes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark Outside on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Commando Collection on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). Bishojo Mangekyo Kotowari to Meikyu no Shojo on Steam. Steam Store.