Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 78,255 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 9/15/2024.
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1. 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 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 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).
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Indie 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
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 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,265 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,956 positive reviews and 12,309 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:7/20/2023
- Developer:Nimble Neuron
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:9/15/2024
- Steam App Id:1049590
4. 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 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 545,827 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,292 positive reviews and 46,535 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:9/14/2024
- Steam App Id:304930
5. 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 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,458 positive reviews and 1,291 negative reviews — making it "Very 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:8/9/2024
- Developer:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Publisher:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Last Updated:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:2709570
6. Goose Goose Duck
Time to be a Silly Goose! Immerse yourself in the various environments of the Birdverse of Goose Goose Duck. A game of social deduction where you and your fellow geese must work together to complete your mission. Watch out for those malicious Mallards and other birds!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 66,318 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,745 positive reviews and 8,573 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:8/28/2024
- Steam App Id:1568590
7. 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 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 372,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 305,435 positive reviews and 66,620 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:9/19/2024
- Steam App Id:291550
8. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
DDNet has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,050 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,041 positive reviews and 2,009 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 DDNet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/17/2020
- Developer:DDNet Team
- Publisher:DDNet Team
- Last Updated:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:412220
9. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 30 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 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 116,238 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 108,309 positive reviews and 7,929 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:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:714010
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,949 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,248 positive reviews and 701 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.
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 15). Steam Store. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 15). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, August 28). Cats on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2977660
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 15). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1049590
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 14). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/304930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2709570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, August 28). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1568590
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 19). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/291550
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). DDNet on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/412220
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/714010
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 19). VPet-Simulator on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1920960