Discounted 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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Battlezone 98 Redux
One of the greatest sci-fi strategy games of all time returns with remastered visuals, online multiplayer and near unlimited mod content from Steam Workshop. Experience thrilling first person action and acclaimed RTS in this explosive alternate vision of the 1960s space race.
STAR WARS™: Rogue Squadron 3D
It is a time of great rejoicing in the galaxy. Luke Skywalker, with the help of Wedge Antilles, has blown up the Death Star. But there is little time to celebrate. The mighty Empire is gathering strength for a determined, all-out assault on the Rebel forces.
Between Me and The Night
‘Between Me and The Night' is a surrealist action adventure game that walks the thin path between sanity and madness. Take on the role of a young boy and explore and interact with the mysterious house in which he lives.
Punch Club
Train hard, fight crocodiles and find love. Earn your place in the Punch Club ranks, and discover who brutally murdered your father, in this choose your own adventure boxing management tycoon.
Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game
You've just unearthed the classic post-apocalyptic role-playing game that revitalized the entire CRPG genre. The Fallout® SPECIAL system allows drastically different types of characters, meaningful decisions and development that puts you in complete control. Explore the devastated ruins of a golden age civilization.
Mega Man Legacy Collection
Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.
STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Special Edition
Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion?
Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number
Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number is the brutal conclusion to the Hotline Miami saga, set against a backdrop of escalating violence and retribution over spilled blood in the original game.
Carmageddon 2: Carpocalypse Now
The world's first high-speed internal organ liberation simulator is back in full 3D! The slaughter is bloodier, the body parts fly further, and the destruction is heavier. Crash and burn through the 3D rendered crowds with the pedal to the metal.
Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY IV makes its debut on PC! Lose yourself in this timeless tale of heroes, betrayal, love and redemption.
Final Fantasy III (3D Remake)
FINAL FANTASY® III, one of the best-loved games from the epic RPG series, available on Steam.
Realms of the Haunting
Forged in the Beginning and protected by the Seven Seals, there lies a place where thought and creation intertwine. The center for all realms of existence, it is the balancing force between good and evil, man and spirit. A focal point for all energies, and the one element that has kept the consuming nature of darkness at bay... Until now.
FINAL FANTASY VIII
It is a time of war. Galbadia, a Global Superpower, has declared war on Dollet, a country whose training academy is home to two personalities: the hot-headed Seifer and the 'lone wolf', Squall Leonhart. Both are equally at conflict with each other as their country is with Galbadia; to others, Squall appears lacking in team spirit, while...
Goodbye Deponia
More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!
FINAL FANTASY VII
The RPG classic FINAL FANTASY VII returns to PC, now with brand new online features!
The Night of the Rabbit
Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.
Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes
From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.
SATAZIUS
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Worms
Throw a grenade down memory lane with the original and classic turn-based strategy game Worms™! Up to 4 teams of worms do battle over an ever-changing battlefield with falling weapon crates, crazed exploding sheep and more besides. Winner of many industry awards, find out what all the fuss was about.
The Next BIG Thing
The Next Big Thing is a great adventure game in high definition, loaded with laughs, tributes, mysteries and wacky puzzles!
Sonic Adventure DX
An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.
Aliens versus Predator Classic 2000
Aliens Versus Predator Classic 2000 features the Colonial Marine, Alien and Predator Campaigns and the frenetic single-player Skirmish mode from the original title: Alien Versus Predator Gold Edition, which was released to massive acclaim in 2000.
STAR WARS™ Dark Forces (Classic, 1995)
Behind a veil of secrecy the evil Empire is creating a doomsday army - one that, if finished, will become the final cog in the Empire's arsenal of terror and domination. Your Mission? Join the Rebel Alliance's covert operations division, infiltrate the Empire.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 April 30th 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 147,168 reviews of which 142,078 were positive and 5,090 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 578 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
142,078
5,090
578
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 24,412 reviews of which 23,534 were positive and 878 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 323 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
23,534
878
323
players
3. 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 3,234 reviews of which 2,862 were positive and 372 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 185 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 1990's games based on player count.
8.5
2,862
372
185
players
4. 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 21,061 reviews of which 19,330 were positive and 1,731 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.0
19,330
1,731
67
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 14,281 reviews of which 13,808 were positive and 473 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
13,808
473
60
players
6. 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 5,593 reviews of which 4,727 were positive and 866 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.2
4,727
866
38
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 7,627 reviews of which 7,135 were positive and 492 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
7,135
492
33
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 6,254 reviews of which 5,869 were positive and 385 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
5,869
385
31
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 1,384 reviews of which 1,280 were positive and 104 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
1,280
104
27
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 973 reviews of which 840 were positive and 133 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
840
133
25
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 April 30th 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 1,384 reviews of which 1,280 were positive and 104 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 1990's category.
8.8
1,280
104
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
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 1,715 reviews of which 1,400 were positive and 315 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 1990's games.
7.8
1,400
315
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. 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 6,254 reviews of which 5,869 were positive and 385 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 89% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 1990's games.
9.1
5,869
385
-89%
9.09€
1.00€
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 5,593 reviews of which 4,727 were positive and 866 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.2
4,727
866
-87%
20.38€
2.65€
5. 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 2,712 reviews of which 2,635 were positive and 77 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.3
2,635
77
-85%
6.67€
1.00€
6. 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 884 reviews of which 832 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.8
832
52
-84%
14.63€
2.34€
7. 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 555 reviews of which 434 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
7.4
434
121
-84%
9.75€
1.56€
8. Wolfenstein 3D
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way. Wolfenstein 3D is a fps, retro and action game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 3,889 reviews of which 3,632 were positive and 257 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 79% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.0
3,632
257
-79%
5.05€
1.06€
9. 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 7,627 reviews of which 7,135 were positive and 492 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.1
7,135
492
-76%
4.92€
1.18€
10. Serial Cleaners
Serial Cleaners is a top-down stealth-action game, where you get to experience being a murder scene cleaner for the mob in 1990s New York. Alternate between four cleaners, each with their own unique style, and live their stories. Serial Cleaners is a simulation, stealth and crime game developed by Draw Distance and published by 505 Games. Released on September 22nd 2022 has received 423 reviews of which 327 were positive and 96 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
7.3
327
96
-76%
24.96€
5.99€
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 April 30th 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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63