Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 98,236 Indie 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 Indie game rankings were last updated on 2/11/2026.
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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 Indie game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87,033 positive reviews and 2,128 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
- Developers:
- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:3419430
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 Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 353,888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 343,763 positive reviews and 10,125 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 400,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 323,208 positive reviews and 77,218 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:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:291550
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,920 positive reviews and 5,447 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:2/8/2026
- Steam App Id:1476970
5. 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 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,634 positive reviews and 49,972 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:1/30/2026
- Steam App Id:304930
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,773 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,419 positive reviews and 1,354 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
- Developers:
- Publisher:Oni Gaming
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:2763740
7. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 963 positive reviews and 503 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/15/2024
- Developer:Multicast
- Publisher:MulticastGames
- Last Updated:12/3/2025
- Steam App Id:3037410
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 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,739 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,095 positive reviews and 4,644 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:2/7/2026
- Steam App Id:2709570
9. NGU IDLE
NGU Idle is a Free To Play Idle game that's full of weird humor, tons of upgrades and hundreds of hours of content! Try out NGU Idle today and experience the joy of Numbers Going Up!
NGU IDLE has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,581 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,041 positive reviews and 540 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play NGU IDLE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 132,359 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 121,243 positive reviews and 11,116 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:6/17/2023
- Developer:State Space Labs, Inc.
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:714010
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 2). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/291550
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 8). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/304930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 3). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3037410
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 7). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2709570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 26). NGU IDLE on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1147690
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/714010