Free Casual Games on Steam
Steam currently has 76,019 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 1/14/2026.
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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 Casual game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,654 positive reviews and 1,972 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
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- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- 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 Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,886 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,748 positive reviews and 17,138 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:1/11/2026
- Steam App Id:2923300
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 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 254,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 191,855 positive reviews and 62,641 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:1/12/2026
- Steam App Id:438100
4. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,320 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,592 positive reviews and 34,728 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/11/2021
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- Last Updated:12/30/2025
- Steam App Id:766570
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,159 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161,935 positive reviews and 24,224 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
- Developer:Maxis
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:1/13/2026
- Steam App Id:1222670
6. 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 27, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 366,971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,481 positive reviews and 270,490 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:1/13/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
7. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,213 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,696 positive reviews and 16,517 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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:6/15/2025
- Developer:Cygames, Inc.
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:2584990
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,774 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,399 positive reviews and 10,375 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:12/18/2025
- Steam App Id:1568590
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 49,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,985 positive reviews and 843 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.
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Casual games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,813 positive reviews and 5,370 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:1/3/2026
- Steam App Id:1476970
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 11). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/766570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1222670
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2584990
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1568590
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1920960
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970