Best 1990's Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated 1990's games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free 1990's games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The main character is an experienced journalist who always strives to uncover the truth. He manages to gain access to the house, which is guarded by the police.
Phantom Fury
Shelly “Bombshell” Harrison is back in this highly interactive mix of first person action and road movie adventure. Embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey around the USA. Use an enormous arsenal of weapons and skills to battle treacherous soldiers and vile mutants, all while trying to save mankind.
Sucker for Love: Date to Die For
Put the ‘love’ in 'Lovecraftian horror!' Avoid the fanatical cultists and survive dangerous rituals to escape the Black Woods with your life in this 90’s anime inspired visual novel!
SILENT BREATH
Unpredictable horrors lurk around every corner, forcing you to find the missing people while desperately clinging to survival. In this experience even your own mind can become your enemy. Stay vigilant and keep your voice hushed, or risk becoming another victim of the forest's darkness
YIIK Nameless Psychosis
Experience a sneak peek of YIIK I.V! Step beyond Alex Eggleston's story and become the Nameless Child, a young girl pushed from a mysterious tower. Guide her through a surreal dimension where she must find a way to save both the Good Brother and the Bad Brother.
Dave's Fun Algebra Class: Remastered
Dave's Fun Algebra Class: Remastered is a strategy-based indie game inspired by Baldi's Basics, featuring chaotic and intense gameplay mixed with an old-school psychedelic artstyle. Solve math problems, meet Dave's friends, and uncover the secrets of Dave's school.
Motorbike Evolution 2024
The first-ever true MMO motorbike racing game is here! Play with up to 39 friends!
Midnight Ghost Hunt
The chaotic multiplayer hide-and-seek game. Possess seemingly harmless objects as Ghosts or chase them down as Hunters before the clock strikes midnight!
Outcast - A New Beginning
Explore the breathtaking alien world of Adelpha, support the local Talans in their struggles and fight your way through fast-paced battles against invading robot forces in this 3rd-person, open world, action adventure sequel to the 1999 cult classic.
Contra: Operation Galuga
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
SimCity™ 3000 Unlimited
SimCity 3000 Unlimited brings you the classic strategy gaming of SimCity 3000 with all-new scenarios that open up a whole world of city planning and building possibilities! The thrills of the classic SimCity 3000 are here again!
New Star GP
New Star GP is a fast and exciting arcade motorsport game with crisp retro visuals. Play career mode and work your way through decades of racing while upgrading your car and your support team... or chase high scores in championship mode on your own or in split-screen with up to three friends!
Dungeon Keeper Gold™
Build your dungeon & protect it with a labyrinth of dark corridors, a web of deadly traps, an arsenal of powerful spells, and an army of bloodthirsty demons
STAR WARS™: Dark Forces Remaster
The evil Empire is currently creating a doomsday army behind a veil of secrecy. However, they are no match for the Rebel Alliance's covert operations division. Your mission is to infiltrate the Empire and put an end to their plans for terror and domination.
WRATH: Aeon of Ruin
Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.
Vanity Fair: The Pursuit
Players follow Lu Yuan through important stages of his life and experience his growth trajectory from youth to maturity. It will take you to relive those decisions that you have never tried to make in reality, and feel the different life brought about by each choice.
The Lancaster Leak - Entity Exam
YOU CONTROL THE FOUND FOOTAGE. Another tape has been leaked, this time a recording of a training protocol. By answering questions and resisting jumpscares, can you beat the Entity Exam?
I'm counting to 6...
Turning onto an old road, the main character gets into an accident due to thick fog. Now he's trying to find someone who can help him. Forced to enter an old house, the main character finds himself trapped, from which it is not so easy to get out.
Home Safety Hotline
Hearing noises? Seeing things? Call Home Safety Hotline! Our operators are standing by, waiting to give you the answers you need to protect your home from all manner of pests and household hazards.
Angel at Dusk
Overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. Shoot, dodge, and destroy! A shmup where an apocalyptic world awakens to primal desires!
Haunted House
"Cheong Wing Mansion" A plot game set in a public housing estate, Prosperous Mansions is an exploration of Hong Kong in the olden days, with elements of ghosts and urban legends. The game is divided into units, each of which has its own story, yet is closely intertwined.
Shipwrecked 64
A recovered copy of a lost game from the late 1990s about a Beaver named Bucky and his friends trying to escape from an island they crashed upon.
Most played 1990's games on Steam
Take a look at the top 1990's games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Half-Life
Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world. Half-Life is a fps, classic and 1990's game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 19th 1998 has received 148,221 reviews of which 143,086 were positive and 5,135 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played 1990's game, thanks to its 775 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
143,086
5,135
775
players
2. DOOM + DOOM II
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product. DOOM + DOOM II is a fps, classic and 1990's game developed by id Software and Nightdive Studios and published by Bethesda. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 24,984 reviews of which 24,105 were positive and 879 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 385 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 1990's games based on player count.
9.4
24,105
879
385
players
3. Capcom Fighting Collection 2
Capcom's new fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games! Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a action, arcade and 2d fighter game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on May 15th 2025 has received 596 reviews of which 503 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. While seeing 122 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 1990's games based on player count.
7.9
503
93
122
players
4. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage
Embark on a new narrative journey by the creators of Life is Strange. Film your summer of 1995 and create memories of a lifetime with your new friends. 27 years later, confront the dark secrets that made you all promise to never speak again after that fateful summer. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is a lgbtq+, choices matter and female protagonist game developed and published by DON'T NOD. Released on February 18th 2025 has received 3,765 reviews of which 3,294 were positive and 471 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.4
3,294
471
100
players
5. Quake
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original. Quake is a fps, classic and action game developed by id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 14,400 reviews of which 13,926 were positive and 474 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.4
13,926
474
96
players
6. Road 96 🛣️
Hitchhike your way to freedom in this crazy procedurally generated road trip. No one's road is the same! Road 96 🛣️ is a first-person, colorful and 1990's game developed by Digixart and published by Deep Silver. Released on August 16th 2021 has received 21,418 reviews of which 19,660 were positive and 1,758 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.0
19,660
1,758
91
players
7. DOOM 64
Play the enhanced version of the original game released on the Nintendo 64 in 1997. Years have passed since you stopped Hell’s invasion of Earth. Quarantined for humanity’s safety, the UAC research facilities on Mars were abandoned and forgotten...until now. DOOM 64 is a action, fps and classic game developed by id Software and Nightdive Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 7,777 reviews of which 7,272 were positive and 505 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.1
7,272
505
60
players
8. Amanda the Adventurer
Join Amanda and her pal Wooly on a series of adventures as they explore and learn about our wonderful world! With several NEW play-along, laugh-along, learn-along episodes there's always fun to be had! Just make sure to do everything Amanda says or she might get angry. Amanda the Adventurer is a horror, first-person and puzzle game developed by MANGLEDmaw Games and published by DreadXP. Released on April 25th 2023 has received 6,384 reviews of which 5,993 were positive and 391 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.1
5,993
391
55
players
9. Last Call BBS
Boot up your Z5 Powerlance and dial into Last Call BBS, the last game from Zachtronics! The Barkeep’s loaded up his retro computer with a full set of puzzle games for you to download and play. No need to worry about copy protection, they’re all fully cracked and ready to enjoy! Last Call BBS is a puzzle, retro and automation game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on August 03rd 2022 has received 1,409 reviews of which 1,301 were positive and 108 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.8
1,301
108
39
players
10. Touge Shakai
Touge Shakai (Mountain Pass Society) is an online Touge Racing Game based on Japanese car culture in the 90s. With an emphasis on balance between realism and fun gameplay, the physics are tailored for competitive drift racing, while giving a challenge to all players. Touge Shakai is a early access, racing and 1990's game developed and published by Raiyon Studios Pte Ltd. Released on January 07th 2023 has received 1,005 reviews of which 867 were positive and 138 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.2
867
138
38
players
Best deals on 1990's games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of 1990's games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted 1990's games.
1. Last Call BBS
Boot up your Z5 Powerlance and dial into Last Call BBS, the last game from Zachtronics! The Barkeep’s loaded up his retro computer with a full set of puzzle games for you to download and play. No need to worry about copy protection, they’re all fully cracked and ready to enjoy! Last Call BBS is a puzzle, retro and automation game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on August 03rd 2022 has received 1,409 reviews of which 1,301 were positive and 108 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 98% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 1990's category.
8.8
1,301
108
-98%
19.50€
0.39€
2. Arcade Paradise
Manage profits, pick up gum, do the laundry and get coin to unlock arcade units and flip the family laundromat business to become an Arcade Paradise! Arcade Paradise is a adventure, arcade and management game developed by Nosebleed Interactive and published by Wired Productions. Released on August 11th 2022 has received 1,746 reviews of which 1,431 were positive and 315 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 1990's games.
7.9
1,431
315
-98%
19.99€
0.53€
3. The Big Con
Hustle your way across ‘90s America as a runaway teen con artist. Choose how to make your scratch as you don disguises, pick pockets, and rip people off in this comedic crime-filled adventure. Experience the totally rad '90s in all its plaid and payphone glory! The Big Con is a 1990's, crime and comedy game developed by Mighty Yell and published by Skybound Games. Released on August 31st 2021 has received 895 reviews of which 841 were positive and 54 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 1990's games.
8.8
841
54
-97%
14.79€
0.52€
4. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour
Frag like it’s 1996 – this time with even more asses to kick! Join the world’s greatest action hero in Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour as he saves Earth once again, kicking alien ass and saving babes across the globe along the way. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour is a fps, classic and action game developed by Nerve Software, Gearbox Software and LLC and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on October 11th 2016 has received 5,684 reviews of which 4,802 were positive and 882 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.2
4,802
882
-97%
19.99€
0.76€
5. Flashback
FLASHBACK™, the hit action-adventure game with over 2.2 million units sold, is back! Flashback is a adventure, action and platformer game developed by Paul Cuisset and published by Microids. Released on February 28th 2019 has received 557 reviews of which 436 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
7.4
436
121
-97%
9.99€
0.36€
6. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,745 reviews of which 2,663 were positive and 82 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.3
2,663
82
-94%
6.89€
0.43€
7. Amanda the Adventurer
Join Amanda and her pal Wooly on a series of adventures as they explore and learn about our wonderful world! With several NEW play-along, laugh-along, learn-along episodes there's always fun to be had! Just make sure to do everything Amanda says or she might get angry. Amanda the Adventurer is a horror, first-person and puzzle game developed by MANGLEDmaw Games and published by DreadXP. Released on April 25th 2023 has received 6,384 reviews of which 5,993 were positive and 391 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.1
5,993
391
-94%
8.79€
0.61€
8. Haunted House
"Cheong Wing Mansion" A plot game set in a public housing estate, Prosperous Mansions is an exploration of Hong Kong in the olden days, with elements of ghosts and urban legends. The game is divided into units, each of which has its own story, yet is closely intertwined. Haunted House is a horror, multiple endings and 1990's game developed and published by Genuine Studio. Released on January 10th 2024 has received 338 reviews of which 292 were positive and 46 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.0
292
46
-94%
8.79€
0.55€
9. Pandemonium
Join two kindred spirits, Fargus the Jester and Nikki the acrobat in a fantastic 3D world of magic and mystery as they bounce, tumble and jump through 18 massive and diverse levels in search of the Wishing Engine!Key Features:Fast-paced 3D platform action in a lush, texture-mapped environment. Pandemonium is a platformer, classic and singleplayer game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix. Released on October 08th 2013 has received 339 reviews of which 220 were positive and 119 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
6.2
220
119
-92%
5.99€
0.50€
10. Quake
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original. Quake is a fps, classic and action game developed by id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 14,400 reviews of which 13,926 were positive and 474 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.4
13,926
474
-91%
9.99€
0.91€
Free 1990's games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play 1990's games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play 1990's games.
1. Exoblast
Exoblast is a mix of shoot’em up and arcade game, pimped with synthwave and pixelart. Choose your pilot, your ship and join the arena to confront other players in nervous and punitive matches. Impose your gameplay and reach the top of the tower! Exoblast is a retro, arcade and pixel graphics game developed and published by Dreamirl. Released on January 31st 2022 has received 314 reviews of which 251 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free 1990's games on Steam.
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251
63