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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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.
Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef
From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!
Heads Will Roll: Downfall
Heads Will Roll: Downfall is a combination of a tactical role-playing game and visual novel, in which you will assume the role of a medieval soldier.
Hell is Others
Hell is Others is an extraction top-down shooter combining roguelike elements. Outside the safety of your apartment lies the noir hellscape that is Century City. A city of endless night that straddles the line between reality and insanity. Explore, hunt, and loot in a place where blood is currency.
Internet Generation
A story about a dying chat server. Moderators are abusing their power, the owner has neglected the server, and the lives of members are miserable. And you, as a newcomer, will pick up your keyboard, and overthrow the owner and moderators' tyranny!
NEO: The World Ends with You
"Only the possibility of you can change our fate" Rindo comes to the grim realization that his life is on the line when he is forced to compete in the so-called "Reapers' Game."
The Jackbox Party Pack 9
Save your next party! 5 new games in 1 Party Pack: the trivia bluff-off Fibbage 4, the team test Quixort, the joke auction Junktopia, the silly guessfest Nonsensory and the reality TV game Roomerang.
Lucy Dreaming
Discover a dark family secret and rid a young girl of her nightmares in this splendidly British point & click comedy adventure. Playing as sharp-witted Lucy, explore both dreams and reality to meet all the colourful characters who'll help you solve puzzles, gather clues and find a murderer.
Ukraine War Stories
Ukraine War Stories is a set of visual novels about the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. Set in the early months of the war, it tells the stories of civilians trapped on Russian-occupied territory. All stories are based on real events and eyewitness accounts.
Terror of Hemasaurus
A retro city smash 'em up with satisfying destruction physics. Play as a Giant Monster unleashing terror upon mankind in this modern arcade experience with the action turned up to eleven.
Absent in the Rain
A mysterious senpai. A serial murder case that has taken the world by storm. And a giant, shadowy fish swimming at my feet... What if all of them are connected and surround me like a circle? What should I do?
Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
The Case of the Golden Idol
A new kind of detective game that allows you to think and investigate freely. Discover clues surrounding 12 strange and gruesome deaths and build your own theory. Pick your suspect, deduce the motive, unmask the awful truth.
ASTLIBRA Revision
Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner.
TRIANGLE STRATEGY
A new tactics RPG from the team who brought you the Bravely series and Octopath Traveler. An epic tale, brought to life with stunning HD-2D graphics. Make difficult decisions in this story set against a backdrop of the war-torn continent of Norzelia.
Unusual Findings
Three friends uncover mysteries in the 1980s. Follow their amazing adventures in a game where your decisions really matter. Be prepared to spin like a record on your incredible journey back to the era of synthesizers, VHS Rental stores, 8 bits games and evil alien conspiracies.
Ozymandias: Bronze Age Empire Sim
Build an empire in a single sitting. All the strategy of a classic 4X in a faster format, which also shines in multiplayer.
Trapped with Jester
An unusual horror-themed Visual Novel about waking up in a carriage with a stranger… Whatever could go wrong?
Nomad Survival
Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run.
CHAOS;HEAD NOAH
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Vault of the Void
Vault of the Void is a fast-paced roguelike deckbuilder where the power is in your hands. Continuously customise your deck, crafting powerful combos and ingenious strategies. Upgrade your cards with Void Stones, infusing them with new abilities to help defeat the minions of The Void!
Coin Flipper
Heads or tails? Coin Flipper is an idle clicker game that is all about flipping lots of coins. Upgrade your coin flips and get even more coins to flip!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 09th 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 94,999 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
73,189
15,564
94,999
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 1,401,829 reviews of which 1,366,594 were positive and 35,235 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. While seeing 17,639 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 2d games based on player count.
9.7
1,366,594
35,235
17,639
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 411,552 reviews of which 399,360 were positive and 12,192 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 6,520 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 2d games based on player count.
9.6
399,360
12,192
6,520
players
4. 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 61,218 reviews of which 54,918 were positive and 6,300 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 1,989 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.8
54,918
6,300
1,989
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 71,942 reviews of which 62,373 were positive and 9,569 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 1,877 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.5
62,373
9,569
1,877
players
6. 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 27,580 reviews of which 24,255 were positive and 3,325 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 1,621 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.6
24,255
3,325
1,621
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 1,130 reviews of which 968 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 1,177 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.1
968
162
1,177
players
8. 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 7,616 reviews of which 6,497 were positive and 1,119 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 993 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.3
6,497
1,119
993
players
9. Borderless Gaming
Borderless Gaming: Seamlessly play games in borderless-fullscreen mode for uninterrupted gaming and effortless multitasking. Borderless Gaming is a utilities, software and 2d game developed by AndrewMD5 and published by Codeusa and viorae. Released on July 23rd 2015 has received 3,894 reviews of which 3,268 were positive and 626 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 573 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.1
3,268
626
573
players
10. Zuma Deluxe
Deep in the jungle lie hidden temples bursting with traps and trickery, and it's up to you to uncover their treasures. Fire magical balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more and clear the deadly chain before it reaches the golden skull. Zuma Deluxe is a match 3, puzzle and arcade game developed by PopCap Games and Inc. and published by PopCap Games, Inc. and Electronic Arts. Released on August 30th 2006 has received 5,291 reviews of which 5,041 were positive and 250 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 528 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 2d games.
9.2
5,041
250
528
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 09th 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 1,622 reviews of which 1,264 were positive and 358 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
1,264
358
-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 2,831 reviews of which 2,631 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
2,631
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 4,865 reviews of which 4,233 were positive and 632 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
4,233
632
-90%
20.00€
2.00€
6. 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 492 reviews of which 413 were positive and 79 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 2d games.
7.9
413
79
-89%
8.99€
0.98€
7. 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 409 reviews of which 288 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 2d games.
6.7
288
121
-89%
19.73€
2.17€
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 4,783 reviews of which 4,108 were positive and 675 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
4,108
675
-88%
14.92€
1.79€
9. 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 #9 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.9
465
21
-87%
19.62€
2.55€
10. The Final Station
Travel by train through a dying world. Look after your passengers, keep your train operational, and make sure you can always reach the next station. Make your way through swarms of infected at each station. Explore mysterious and abandoned stations looking for supplies and survivors. The Final Station is a pixel graphics, post-apocalyptic and survival game developed by DO MY BEST and published by tinyBuild. Released on August 30th 2016 has received 8,778 reviews of which 7,653 were positive and 1,125 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.5
7,653
1,125
-87%
14.46€
1.88€
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 09th 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 94,999 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
94,999
players
2. 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 61,218 reviews of which 54,918 were positive and 6,300 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 1,989, this 2d game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.8
54,918
6,300
1,989
players
3. 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 71,942 reviews of which 62,373 were positive and 9,569 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 1,877, this 2d game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.5
62,373
9,569
1,877
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 27,580 reviews of which 24,255 were positive and 3,325 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,621 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
8.6
24,255
3,325
1,621
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 7,616 reviews of which 6,497 were positive and 1,119 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 993 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
8.3
6,497
1,119
993
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 2,770 reviews of which 2,184 were positive and 586 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 177 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
7.6
2,184
586
177
players
7. 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 578 reviews of which 410 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 133 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
6.8
410
168
133
players
8. 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 131 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
9.4
1,750
25
131
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 26,725 reviews of which 22,613 were positive and 4,112 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
22,613
4,112
84
players
10. 修真大陆
A casual hang-up class repair fairy game 修真大陆 is a rpg, turn-based strategy and 2d platformer game developed and published by 北冥. Released on April 18th 2024 has received 379 reviews of which 276 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free 2d games on Steam.
6.9
276
103
71
players