Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 99,194 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 2/26/2026.
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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 92,149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89,411 positive reviews and 2,738 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:2/26/2026
- 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 358,679 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 348,385 positive reviews and 10,294 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. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,278 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,191 positive reviews and 17,087 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:7/19/2023
- Developer:Nimble Neuron
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:2/19/2026
- Steam App Id:1049590
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 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,706 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,041 positive reviews and 5,665 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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:2/27/2026
- Steam App Id:1476970
5. VPet-Simulator
Feeling like the computer desktop is too dull? Need something cute to heal oneself? Come and try this new completely free and open source V-Pet simulator. A cute and adorable pet that supports various feeding interactions to accompany you in game learning is definitely your best choice!
VPet-Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,266 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,415 positive reviews and 851 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run VPet-Simulator on the Steam Deck.
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510,866 positive reviews and 50,036 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
7. 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 85, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,882 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,280 positive reviews and 10,602 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:2/6/2026
- Steam App Id:1568590
8. Astral Party
Astral Party is a multiplayer party game populated by cute anime girls! Choose your favorite character, strategize skills & cards, and roll the dice to destroy friendships in this unique board game.
Astral Party has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,982 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,922 positive reviews and 9,060 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Astral Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/29/2024
- Franchise:Neverland Entertainment
- Developers:
- Publisher:Neverland Entertainment
- Last Updated:3/4/2026
- Steam App Id:2622000
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,072 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,691 positive reviews and 1,381 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
10. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught.
Poppy Playtime has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 122,399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 106,277 positive reviews and 16,122 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 Poppy Playtime on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:10/12/2021
- Developer:Mob Entertainment
- Publisher:Mob Entertainment
- Last Updated:3/2/2026
- Steam App Id:1721470
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1049590
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1920960
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/304930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1568590
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 4). Astral Party on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2622000
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 2). Poppy Playtime on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1721470