Free 2D Games on Steam
Steam currently has 38,582 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 4/24/2025.
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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 2D game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,230 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,956 positive reviews and 274 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
- Developer:Marcel Zurawka
- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:4/24/2025
- Steam App Id:3419430
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,010 positive reviews and 15,477 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:4/24/2025
- Steam App Id:2923300
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 308,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,583 positive reviews and 8,918 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,343 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,525 positive reviews and 21,818 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:4/25/2025
- Steam App Id:1449850
5. 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 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55,994 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,021 positive reviews and 7,973 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:4/24/2025
- Steam App Id:1973530
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,403 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,733 positive reviews and 1,670 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:4/25/2025
- Steam App Id:1905180
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 71,129 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,519 positive reviews and 2,610 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:4/24/2025
- 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 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,169 positive reviews and 557 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:4/18/2025
- Steam App Id:2763740
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,723 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,533 positive reviews and 190 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:4/23/2025
- Steam App Id:2471100
10. Lust Goddess
Lust Goddess is a hot and thrilling collectible card game, in which you will assemble your unique squad of sexy mercenary girls. Earn their love and trust, and they will show you their gratitude by bringing your wildest and lewdest fantasies to life!

Lust Goddess has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,903 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,501 positive reviews and 4,402 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Lust Goddess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/21/2024
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- Last Updated:4/24/2025
- Steam App Id:2808930
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 25). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1449850
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 25). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1905180
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Blender on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/365670
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 18). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 23). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2471100
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 24). Lust Goddess on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2808930