Free Indie Games on Steam
Steam currently has 105,896 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 6/23/2026.
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1. TBH: Task Bar Hero
The ultimate tiny idle RPG! Adorable pixel heroes are waiting to join your adventure — from your taskbar. Fight off the boredom of work and daily life with diverse classes, skills, items, and builds!
TBH: Task Bar Hero holds the #1 spot for "best free Indie game on Steam" with a Player Score of 54. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,429 positive reviews and 21,899 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play TBH: Task Bar Hero on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:5/27/2026
- Developers:
- Publisher:nugem studio
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:3678970
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 113,077 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 109,180 positive reviews and 3,897 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 possible to play Bongo Cat on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:3/5/2025
- Developers:
- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:3419430
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 Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 384,986 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 373,927 positive reviews and 11,059 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. Unturned
Unturned is an open-world zombie survival sandbox game. As one of the few not yet turned, you must fight to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 564,895 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 514,076 positive reviews and 50,819 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:9/30/2026
- Steam App Id:304930
5. 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 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 414,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 329,730 positive reviews and 84,825 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:291550
6. 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 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,026 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,159 positive reviews and 6,867 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:6/22/2026
- Steam App Id:1476970
7. Revolution Idle
Revolution Idle is a free idle incremental game with offline progress, prestige layers, and endless automation. Start simple, reach infinity and go further.
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,676 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,973 positive reviews and 1,703 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:5/31/2026
- Steam App Id:2763740
8. 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 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 100,548 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,841 positive reviews and 5,707 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 Supermarket Together on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/9/2024
- Developer:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Publisher:DeadDevsTellNoLies
- Last Updated:6/20/2026
- Steam App Id:2709570
9. Crosshair V2
Instant crosshair overlay for competitive FPS players. Pro eSports presets with 3 sizes, 6 shapes, and 7 neon colors. Pick your reticle and improve your aim in seconds. Lightweight and zero-config.
Crosshair V2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,787 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,589 positive reviews and 1,198 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:1/27/2023
- Developer:CenterPoint Gaming
- Publisher:CenterPoint Gaming
- Last Updated:6/1/2026
- Steam App Id:2250040
10. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 45 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 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 138,582 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125,740 positive reviews and 12,842 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:6/16/2023
- Developer:State Space Labs, Inc.
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:714010
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, September 30). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/304930
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/291550
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 22). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 31). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 20). Supermarket Together on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2709570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 1). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2250040
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/714010