Best 2D 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 2d games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free 2d games are available at the bottom of the page.
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NUKITASHI 2
A new battle begins for Junnosuke—backed by the FS Big Three! “This is what it truly means for the minority to get vengeance.”
BlazBlue Entropy Effect
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
I Wani Hug that Gator!
I Wani Hug that Gator! Is a choice-driven narrative about teenagers struggling to find their way. Help Inco, loser highschooler extraordinaire, navigate his budding friendships (and romance!) while surviving being the only human in a dinosaur-filled school.
The Aquarium does not dance
This is a horror adventure game where a girl, devoted to her best friend, searches for her companion in an aquarium that has transformed into a world of horror. While evading the deformed entities known as "Creepies," the player must unravel the mysteries concealed within the aquarium.
Ball-it Hell
Dodge! Strike back! This is a fast-paced barrage arcade game. Move the character to dodge bullets. Pick the right time to strike bullets back and destroy enemies to get gold coins. Unlock more characters and powerful skills. Keep challenging yourself to get higher scores and rankings.
News Tower
Develop your newspaper and become New York’s new media mogul! In this tycoon, build and manage your newspaper from printer to toilet. Create your editorial line and lead your journalists through unique 1930's stories and dig out the latest scoops!
Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore
A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!
Ultros
ULTROS is a psychedelic metroidvania where you wake up stranded on The Sarcophagus — a cosmic uterus holding an ancient, demonic being. Trapped in the loop of a black hole, you will have to explore The Sarcophagus and meet its inhabitants to understand the part you play...
Sputnika Game
A Cosmic twist on a Suika-style game with space gravity. Help our little friend Sputnik on his journey to become the Sun.
And the Hero Was Never Seen Again
The Demon King lies defeated at the Hero's hand, but the Hero himself has changed... in more ways than one!
Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
"The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.
Shanghai Summer
Shanghai Summer is an adventure game set in the millennium. Our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of "anomalies" over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from the past finally seem to converge. Will he be able to "fix" it for good?
River Town Factory
If possible, would you like to go back to ancient times to start a factory, refine oil, or even build a large computer? With the accidental fall of a meteorite, you traveled back to River Town a thousand years ago and became a workshop owner. And the story will begin from here……
Sheepy: A Short Adventure
A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.
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?
Kukoro: Stream chat games
Kukoro: Stream chat games is a collection of +20 games, from 2D shooters to tactical RPG mini-games, with a high engage for your Twitch community. You and your audience will be able to play with you in real time receiving the individual relevance they deserve, growing your channel day by day.
Nothing Together
A game about doing Nothing Together
Instruction
Generate voltage while uncovering the mysteries of a power plant in this story-based clicker game.
Dominion
Expand a small kingdom to a mighty Dominion! Play the Spiel des Jahres winning boardgame beloved by millions around the world. Discover the game that defined a genre, Dominion was first to popularize deck-building and remains a staple of tabletop. This is the officially licensed implementation.
The Braves: Beginning
Demolish hordes of enemies and survive against all odds! Unlock different characters, find powerful skill combinations and embark on an exciting journey through the variety of very different worlds in this cute but unforgiving roguelike game!Most played 2d games on Steam
Take a look at the top 2d games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 03rd 2025.
1. 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 is a free to play, clicker and singleplayer game developed by Sky, AestheticSpartan and O'Brian and published by Sky. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 88,753 reviews of which 73,189 were positive and 15,564 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played 2d game, thanks to its 76,325 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
73,189
15,564
76,325
players
2. Terraria
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available! Terraria is a open world survival craft, sandbox and survival game developed and published by Re-Logic. Released on May 16th 2011 has received 1,399,576 reviews of which 1,364,418 were positive and 35,158 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. While seeing 21,394 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 2d games based on player count.
9.7
1,364,418
35,158
21,394
players
3. Hollow Knight
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style. Hollow Knight is a metroidvania, souls-like and platformer game developed and published by Team Cherry. Released on February 24th 2017 has received 409,900 reviews of which 397,764 were positive and 12,136 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 7,995 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 2d games based on player count.
9.6
397,764
12,136
7,995
players
4. Vampire Survivors
Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Vampire Survivors is a action roguelike, bullet hell and pixel graphics game developed and published by poncle. Released on October 20th 2022 has received 249,259 reviews of which 245,438 were positive and 3,821 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 3,854 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 2d games.
9.7
245,438
3,821
3,854
players
5. 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 is a multiplayer, free to play and online co-op game developed and published by Gaggle Studios and Inc.. Released on October 03rd 2021 has received 71,763 reviews of which 62,221 were positive and 9,542 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 2,320 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.5
62,221
9,542
2,320
players
6. Clicker Heroes
Ever wondered what one quadrillion damage per second feels like? Wonder no more! Embark on your quest to attain it today! Clicker Heroes is a clicker, idler and casual game developed and published by Playsaurus. Released on May 13th 2015 has received 61,205 reviews of which 54,909 were positive and 6,296 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 2,077 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.8
54,909
6,296
2,077
players
7. FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves
26 years on, a brand-new entry in the Fatal Fury series is set to arrive on the scene! FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves features a unique art style that stimulates the senses and an innovative REV System that supercharges the excitement. Here, at long last, a new legend is about to unfold… FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves is a action, 2d fighter and 2d game developed and published by SNK CORPORATION. Released on April 24th 2025 has received 951 reviews of which 811 were positive and 140 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 1,803 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.1
811
140
1,803
players
8. Transformice
Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats! Transformice is a free to play, multiplayer and massively multiplayer game developed and published by Atelier 801. Released on January 30th 2015 has received 27,552 reviews of which 24,226 were positive and 3,326 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 1,631 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.6
24,226
3,326
1,631
players
9. Godot Engine
Godot Engine is a feature-packed, cross-platform game engine to create 2D and 3D games from a unified interface. It provides a comprehensive set of common tools, so that you can focus on making games without having to reinvent the wheel. Godot Engine is a game development, utilities and software game developed and published by Godot Engine. Released on February 23rd 2016 has received 7,561 reviews of which 6,439 were positive and 1,122 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 973 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.3
6,439
1,122
973
players
10. Cosmoteer: Starship Architect & Commander
Design and simulate the starships of your dreams! Command your ship or fleet in epic battles and manage your crew while exploring a dangerous galaxy. Play alone or with friends, test your ships in online PvP, and let your imagination reach for the stars! Cosmoteer: Starship Architect & Commander is a sci-fi, singleplayer and 2d game developed and published by Walternate Realities. Released on October 24th 2022 has received 11,004 reviews of which 10,466 were positive and 538 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 625 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 2d games.
9.2
10,466
538
625
players
Best deals on 2d games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of 2d games available on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted 2d games.
1. Rogue Lords
A dark fantasy roguelike where you play as the Devil! Lead famous evil geniuses through events and turn-based fights to spread terror and corruption. Create synergies between your disciples, use your evil powers and take revenge on those miserable Demon Hunters. Rogue Lords is a rpg, rogue-like and dark fantasy game developed by Leikir Studio and Cyanide Studio and published by Nacon. Released on September 30th 2021 has received 1,750 reviews of which 1,231 were positive and 519 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 2d category.
6.8
1,231
519
-95%
27.40€
1.37€
2. Narita Boy
Become symphonic in Narita Boy! A radical action-adventure as a legendary pixel hero trapped as a mere echo within the Digital Kingdom. Discover the mysteries behind the Techno-sword, lock swords with the corrupt and tainted Stallions. Save the world! Narita Boy is a action, retro and adventure game developed by Studio Koba and published by Team17. Released on March 30th 2021 has received 1,613 reviews of which 1,257 were positive and 356 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 2d games.
7.5
1,257
356
-94%
23.83€
1.43€
3. Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse. Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is a platformer, metroidvania and female protagonist game developed and published by WayForward. Released on April 23rd 2015 has received 2,827 reviews of which 2,627 were positive and 200 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 91% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 2d games.
8.9
2,627
200
-91%
20.78€
1.87€
4. McPixel 3
McPixel 3 is a mind-blowing save-the-day adventure that sees the titular wanna-be hero avert one disaster after another at every turn using unconventional yet entertaining methods of mayhem. McPixel 3 is a adventure, pixel graphics and point & click game developed by Sos Sosowski and published by Devolver Digital. Released on November 14th 2022 has received 1,457 reviews of which 1,369 were positive and 88 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.9
1,369
88
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
5. Worms Reloaded
Ten years on from Worms™ Armageddon and the turn-based comic mayhem continues in Worms™ Reloaded, an all-new edition available for PC through Steam. Worms Reloaded is a strategy, 2d and turn-based game developed and published by Team17 Digital Ltd. Released on August 26th 2010 has received 4,859 reviews of which 4,226 were positive and 633 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.4
4,226
633
-90%
20.00€
2.00€
6. Semblance
Semblance is an innovative platformer with deformable terrain, set in a beautiful minimalist world. It’s a game that asks, what if you could deform and reshape the world itself? Semblance takes the idea of a ‘platform’ in a platformer and turns it on its head. Semblance is a indie, casual and puzzle-platformer game developed by Nyamakop and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on July 24th 2018 has received 379 reviews of which 324 were positive and 55 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.0
324
55
-89%
10.00€
1.10€
7. Iron Fisticle
A modern take on the classic arcade arena shooter. Taking inspiration from an entire generation of action games, Iron Fisticle builds on classic titles like Gauntlet and Robotron while adding over 100 collectible items, an RPG style upgrade system and local multiplayer. Iron Fisticle is a action, indie and local co-op game developed by Confused Pelican and published by Curve Games. Released on September 16th 2014 has received 491 reviews of which 413 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 2d games.
7.9
413
78
-89%
8.99€
0.98€
8. 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. Mega Man Legacy Collection is a platformer, retro and classic game developed and published by Capcom. Released on August 24th 2015 has received 4,773 reviews of which 4,099 were positive and 674 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.3
4,099
674
-88%
14.92€
1.79€
9. Crime O'Clock
Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man! Crime O'Clock is a investigation, hidden object and 2d game developed by Bad Seed and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on July 21st 2023 has received 405 reviews of which 285 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 2d games.
6.7
285
120
-88%
19.17€
2.30€
10. Ugly
Unravel the dark secrets hidden throughout this stirring puzzle platformer about a tormented nobleman confronting the traumas of his past. Use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenging puzzle rooms and defeat towering bosses as you strive to piece together the ugly truth. Ugly is a 2d platformer, puzzle-platformer and puzzle game developed by Team Ugly and published by Graffiti Games. Released on September 13th 2023 has received 486 reviews of which 465 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.9
465
21
-87%
19.62€
2.55€
Free 2d games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play 2d games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play 2d games.
1. 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 is a free to play, clicker and singleplayer game developed by Sky, AestheticSpartan and O'Brian and published by Sky. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 88,753 reviews of which 73,189 were positive and 15,564 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 76,325 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free 2d games on Steam.
8.1
73,189
15,564
76,325
players
2. 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 is a multiplayer, free to play and online co-op game developed and published by Gaggle Studios and Inc.. Released on October 03rd 2021 has received 71,763 reviews of which 62,221 were positive and 9,542 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,320, this 2d game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.5
62,221
9,542
2,320
players
3. Clicker Heroes
Ever wondered what one quadrillion damage per second feels like? Wonder no more! Embark on your quest to attain it today! Clicker Heroes is a clicker, idler and casual game developed and published by Playsaurus. Released on May 13th 2015 has received 61,205 reviews of which 54,909 were positive and 6,296 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,077, this 2d game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.8
54,909
6,296
2,077
players
4. Transformice
Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats! Transformice is a free to play, multiplayer and massively multiplayer game developed and published by Atelier 801. Released on January 30th 2015 has received 27,552 reviews of which 24,226 were positive and 3,326 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,631 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
8.6
24,226
3,326
1,631
players
5. Godot Engine
Godot Engine is a feature-packed, cross-platform game engine to create 2D and 3D games from a unified interface. It provides a comprehensive set of common tools, so that you can focus on making games without having to reinvent the wheel. Godot Engine is a game development, utilities and software game developed and published by Godot Engine. Released on February 23rd 2016 has received 7,561 reviews of which 6,439 were positive and 1,122 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 973 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
8.3
6,439
1,122
973
players
6. Grim Clicker
Grim Clicker is an IDLE/RPG clicker where you will find your own strategy to explore the lost worlds. Inspired by games such as Diablo, Grim Dawn, Dark Souls, etc., the game features a complex character development, many unique items, active and passive playstyle. Grim Clicker is a clicker, idler and free to play game developed by EvilCharm Games and published by EvilCharm Games and Aleksandr Golovkin. Released on January 30th 2024 has received 2,772 reviews of which 2,186 were positive and 586 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 164 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
7.6
2,186
586
164
players
7. The Powder Toy
The Powder Toy is a classic physics sandbox game, which simulates air pressure and velocity, heat, gravity and a countless number of interactions between different substances The Powder Toy is a simulation, sandbox and 2d game developed and published by The Powder Toy Team. Released on June 14th 2024 has received 1,775 reviews of which 1,750 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 115 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
9.4
1,750
25
115
players
8. GraalOnline Era
Era is a modern 2D action MMO RPG. Purchase weapons and work with a gang to compete in activities such as special events, base capturing and PvP battles in the Spar Complex, or start your own gang and chart your own path! GraalOnline Era is a rpg, battle royale and shooter game developed by GraalOnline and published by Toonslab. Released on February 16th 2024 has received 576 reviews of which 409 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 114 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
6.8
409
167
114
players
9. Awesomenauts - the 2D moba
Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game for FREE now! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS! Awesomenauts - the 2D moba is a moba, multiplayer and 2d game developed by Ronimo Games and published by Atari. Released on August 01st 2012 has received 26,719 reviews of which 22,609 were positive and 4,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free 2d games on Steam.
8.3
22,609
4,110
96
players
10. Pixel Puzzles Ultimate Jigsaw Puzzles
The Number 1 Jigsaw Puzzle Game. Pixel Puzzles Ultimate Jigsaw Puzzles is a puzzle, board game and tabletop game developed and published by Pixel Puzzles. Released on August 29th 2022 has received 2,670 reviews of which 2,012 were positive and 658 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free 2d games on Steam.
7.3
2,012
658
74
players