Free 2D Games on Steam
Steam currently has 35,367 2D games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free 2D game rankings were last updated on 12/20/2024.
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1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,439 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,872 positive reviews and 14,567 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
- Release Date:4/23/2024
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- Last Updated:12/20/2024
- Steam App Id:2923300
2. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 288,341 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 280,029 positive reviews and 8,312 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,947 positive reviews and 19,780 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It 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:1/19/2022
- Franchise:Yu-Gi-Oh!
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- Last Updated:12/25/2024
- Steam App Id:1449850
4. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,160 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,636 positive reviews and 7,524 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/26/2023
- Developer:ProjectMoon
- Publisher:ProjectMoon
- Last Updated:12/21/2024
- Steam App Id:1973530
5. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,324 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,923 positive reviews and 1,401 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:3/21/2022
- Developer:OBS Project
- Publisher:OBS Project
- Last Updated:12/22/2024
- Steam App Id:1905180
6. Tapple - Idle Clicker
Welcome to Tapple, the idle clicker game where every tap brings you closer to an ever-growing collection of Tapples. Build your empire one tap at a time, discover unique Tapple drops, and experience the rewarding gameplay that keeps you coming back for more.
Tapple - Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 597 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 423 positive reviews and 174 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
- Release Date:6/29/2024
- Developer:Zeeno
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- Last Updated:12/14/2024
- Steam App Id:3047030
7. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 66,000 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,645 positive reviews and 2,355 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:4/24/2015
- Developer:Blender Foundation
- Publisher:Blender Foundation
- Last Updated:12/25/2024
- Steam App Id:365670
8. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,616 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,359 positive reviews and 257 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:10/11/2024
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- Publisher:Oni Gaming
- Last Updated:12/23/2024
- Steam App Id:2763740
9. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,424 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,395 positive reviews and 9,029 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:10/3/2021
- Developer:Gaggle Studios, Inc.
- Publisher:Gaggle Studios, Inc.
- Last Updated:12/22/2024
- Steam App Id:1568590
10. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,164 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,013 positive reviews and 151 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:7/27/2023
- Developer:Sylv
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- Last Updated:12/21/2024
- Steam App Id:2471100
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 20). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 24). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 25). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1449850
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 21). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 22). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1905180
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Tapple - Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3047030
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 25). Blender on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/365670
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 23). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 22). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1568590
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 21). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2471100