Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 58,776 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 10/6/2024.
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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, 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 Casual game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,383 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,214 positive reviews and 8,169 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:10/6/2024
- Steam App Id:2923300
2. 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 21, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 302,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,038 positive reviews and 240,536 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:10/4/2024
- Steam App Id:2357570
3. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,400 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,972 positive reviews and 12,428 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,655 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 131,692 positive reviews and 18,963 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 4
- Developer:Maxis
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:10/5/2024
- Steam App Id:1222670
5. 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 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 225,787 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 169,391 positive reviews and 56,396 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:10/5/2024
- Steam App Id:438100
6. Cats
Cats — and that says it all. Interactive cat clicker. Click on cats for new cats. That's all, really.
Cats has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,876 positive reviews and 564 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:5/21/2024
- Franchise:100 Cozy Games
- Developer:100 Cozy Games
- Publisher:100 Cozy Games
- Last Updated:9/30/2024
- Steam App Id:2977660
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 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 373,138 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 306,144 positive reviews and 66,994 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:10/4/2024
- Steam App Id:291550
8. Supermarket Together
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Supermarket Together has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,419 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,920 positive reviews and 1,499 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 Supermarket Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/9/2024
- Developer:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Publisher:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Last Updated:10/6/2024
- Steam App Id:2709570
9. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 546,428 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,855 positive reviews and 46,573 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:7/7/2017
- Developer:Smartly Dressed Games
- Publisher:Smartly Dressed Games
- Last Updated:9/28/2024
- Steam App Id:304930
10. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,084 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,147 positive reviews and 2,937 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:3/25/2024
- Developer:Singularity 6 Corporation
- Publisher:Singularity 6 Corporation
- Last Updated:10/4/2024
- Steam App Id:2707930
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 6). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 20). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1782210
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 5). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1222670
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 5). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 30). Cats on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2977660
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/291550
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 6). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2709570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 28). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/304930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Palia on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2707930