Free Adventure Games on Steam
Steam currently has 52,811 Adventure 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 Adventure game rankings were last updated on 9/16/2024.
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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 Adventure game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,080 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,217 positive reviews and 7,863 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:9/16/2024
- Steam App Id:2923300
2. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,230 positive reviews and 24,491 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Once Human on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:7/9/2024
- Developer:Starry Studio
- Publisher:Starry Studio
- Last Updated:9/13/2024
- Steam App Id:2139460
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 224,918 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 168,640 positive reviews and 56,278 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:9/17/2024
- Steam App Id:438100
4. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 226,076 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 201,726 positive reviews and 24,350 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 Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:10/23/2013
- Developer:Grinding Gear Games
- Publisher:Grinding Gear Games
- Last Updated:8/30/2024
- Steam App Id:238960
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 270,516 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 262,566 positive reviews and 7,950 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 149,329 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 130,584 positive reviews and 18,745 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:9/19/2024
- Steam App Id:1222670
7. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 611,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 490,377 positive reviews and 121,073 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
8. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,954 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,052 positive reviews and 38,902 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:6/30/2024
- Developer:NEXON Games Co., Ltd.
- Publisher:NEXON
- Last Updated:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:2074920
9. 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 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,852 positive reviews and 539 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:8/28/2024
- Steam App Id:2977660
10. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 56,446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,139 positive reviews and 13,307 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 16). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 13). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 17). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
- Valve Corporation. (2024, August 30). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/238960
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 15). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 19). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1222670
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1085660
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2074920
- Valve Corporation. (2024, August 28). Cats on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2977660
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1818450