Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 76,327 Casual 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 Casual game rankings were last updated on 1/21/2026.
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1. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat holds the #1 spot for "best free Casual game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86,613 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,617 positive reviews and 1,996 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
- Release Date:3/5/2025
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- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:1/21/2026
- Steam App Id:3419430
2. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 255,114 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 192,300 positive reviews and 62,814 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:2/1/2017
- Developer:VRChat Inc.
- Publisher:VRChat Inc.
- Last Updated:1/21/2026
- Steam App Id:438100
3. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,772 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,445 positive reviews and 24,327 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:6/18/2020
- Franchise:The Sims
- Developer:Maxis
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:1/22/2026
- Steam App Id:1222670
4. Heartopia
Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.
Heartopia has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,600 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,832 positive reviews and 768 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
- Release Date:1/17/2026
- Franchise:XD International
- Developer:XD
- Publisher:XD
- Last Updated:1/22/2026
- Steam App Id:4025700
5. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 27, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 367,896 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97,027 positive reviews and 270,869 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/10/2023
- Franchise:Blizzard
- Developer:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Publisher:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Last Updated:1/13/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
6. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,965 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,806 positive reviews and 17,159 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:1/17/2026
- Steam App Id:2923300
7. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 398,860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 322,457 positive reviews and 76,403 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
- Release Date:10/17/2017
- Developer:Blue Mammoth Games
- Publisher:Ubisoft
- Last Updated:1/22/2026
- Steam App Id:291550
8. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,806 positive reviews and 34,755 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/11/2021
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- Last Updated:12/30/2025
- Steam App Id:766570
9. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,857 positive reviews and 5,399 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/6/2025
- Developer:Lavaflame2
- Publisher:Lavaflame2
- Last Updated:1/3/2026
- Steam App Id:1476970
10. 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 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,218 positive reviews and 1,337 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:5/1/2025
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- Publisher:Oni Gaming
- Last Updated:1/12/2026
- Steam App Id:2763740
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 22). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1222670
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 22). Heartopia on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/4025700
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 17). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 22). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/291550
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/766570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740