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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Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones
Delve into a role-playing game of horror, loss and madness set in the strange worlds of HP Lovecraft. Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones offers a mix of rich role-playing and turn-based tactical combat, represented in an illustrative visual style. Can you find salvation in a dead world?
Tales of the Black Forest
In a world filled with yōkai, a surging dark power has overshadowed a Japanese town. A group of 2 developers have produced a Japanese pixel adventure game to tell a tale that dates back to the Heisei era...In the name of dreams and passion.
The Executioner
The Executioner puts you in the shoes of a man who tortures people for a living while trying to retain his own sanity. In this game the monster isn’t lurking behind you. You are the monster, if you choose to become one.
Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX
Experience the apeX of 2D action! A new era of 2D action begins now! Get ready for high-speed, stylish 2D side-scrolling action like never before. Inti Creates presents the ultimate in classic 2D action with "Luminous Avenger iX"!
Cat Quest II
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before!
Pixel Game Maker MV
Use Pixel Game Maker MV to make your own 2D action games! The latest Maker title provides a simple, fun way to make games with zero coding! PGMMV: Powerful enough for pro developers, simple enough for beginners.
Jenny LeClue - Detectivu
JENNY LECLUE is an adventure game focused on exploration, story, and character, featuring dozens of characters to meet, mysteries and puzzles to solve across a vibrant, atmospheric world.
Police Stories
A fresh take on top-down shooters with an emphasis on tactics that forces you to make split second decisions. Neutralize criminals, rescue civilians and defuse bombs in Single Player mode or Co-op. And remember - shooting first is not an option!
Mutazione
A mutant soap opera where small-town gossip meets the supernatural. Explore the Mutazione community as Kai as she cares for her ailing grandfather. Discover magical gardens, new friends & old secrets. They can survive an apocalyptic meteor strike, but can they survive their small-town drama?
Little Misfortune
Led by her new friend, Mr. Voice, Misfortune ventures into the woods, where mysteries are unraveled and a little bad luck unfolds.
Later Alligator
Pat the alligator, a (mostly) harmless and (probably) innocent reptile is at the center of a conspiracy that could bring down the biggest, scariest family in Alligator New York City: his own! Explore the city, meet the Family, and try to save Pat before the clock runs out.
Crying Suns
Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire. In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.
Aeon's End
Deck building with a twist! Lead a team of mages against the Nameless in this magic-based card battle game and save the city of Gravehold!
Queen's Wish: The Conqueror
At last, the Queen has given you power and freedom! The cost? You must rebuild her Empire. Will you? In this epic, indie fantasy adventure, you are free to explore, fight for fame and power, and shape the world as you choose. Escape into an unpredictable open-ended story and cunning tactical combat.
Blasphemous
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Territory Idle
Strategic idle game. Develop the kingdom, then abdicate and get gold! For gold, you can buy new tiles and expand the territory.
Rec Center Tycoon - Management Simulator
Design, build and manage a recreation center! Host fitness classes, build swimming pools, arcade & entertainment areas, build event rooms to host parties & much more. With endless customisation, Rec Center Tycoon goes much more in-depth than your average business management simulator.
River City Girls
There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!
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Children of Morta
Children of Morta is a story-driven action RPG game about an extraordinary family of heroes. Lead the Bergsons, with all their flaws and virtues, against the forthcoming Corruption. Will you be able to sacrifice everything to save the ones you care for?
Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk
Uncover the secret – Unite the clans In a town ruled by opposing clans and overshadowed by superstition and legend, a child is born with the dreaded mark of a witch. She conceals her identity until the theft of a mysterious relic brings to light a series of staggering revelations.
The Lord of the Rings: Adventure Card Game - Definitive Edition
Build a deck of iconic heroes and challenge the forces of Sauron in this thrilling tactical card game. Travel through famous locations, complete story-driven quests and forge a new legend of Middle-earth on your own or with a friend in cooperative mode.
Wilmot's Warehouse
Wilmot's Warehouse is a puzzle game about keeping a warehouse running in tip-top shape. Just remember where you put everything, because when the service hatch opens, you'll need to find the things people want quickly, in order to earn the coveted Performance Stars.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 13th 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 89,060 reviews of which 73,412 were positive and 15,648 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 101,816 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
73,412
15,648
101,816
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 17,384 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
17,384
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 6,259 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
6,259
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 1,948 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
1,948
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 72,116 reviews of which 62,527 were positive and 9,589 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 1,761 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.5
62,527
9,589
1,761
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 1,201 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
1,201
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 1,268 reviews of which 1,083 were positive and 185 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 1,004 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.1
1,083
185
1,004
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 968 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
968
players
9. Across the Obelisk
Set forth in a co-op roguelite deckbuilder where every choice matters! Craft decks of breathtaking power. Journey alone or with up to three friends. Plot your party’s path to glory and face powerful enemies in deep tactical combat on your quest to save the kingdom of Senenthia in Across the Obelisk! Across the Obelisk is a rogue-like, strategy and 2d game developed by Dreamsite Games and published by Paradox Interactive and Paradox Arc. Released on August 16th 2022 has received 11,775 reviews of which 9,660 were positive and 2,115 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 787 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 2d games.
8.0
9,660
2,115
787
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 11,034 reviews of which 10,493 were positive and 541 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 698 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 2d games.
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10,493
541
698
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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 13th 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 1,752 reviews of which 1,232 were positive and 520 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
1,232
520
-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. 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 410 reviews of which 289 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 92% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 2d games.
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289
121
-92%
19.75€
1.58€
4. 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. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.9
2,631
200
-91%
20.78€
1.87€
5. 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 1,479 reviews of which 1,390 were positive and 89 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 2d games.
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1,390
89
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
6. 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 #6 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.4
4,233
632
-90%
20.00€
2.00€
7. 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 #7 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.3
4,108
675
-88%
14.92€
1.79€
8. 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 488 reviews of which 467 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 #8 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.9
467
21
-87%
19.62€
2.55€
9. 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 #9 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.5
7,653
1,125
-87%
14.46€
1.88€
10. Flynn: Son of Crimson
Our valiant hero Flynn possesses the ability to influence a mysterious energy and modify his style of combat, transforming him into a force to be reckoned with. Inspired by the golden age of the SNES, Flynn: Son of Crimson is the 2D action adventure that’ll take you right back to the 90s! Flynn: Son of Crimson is a adventure, indie and action game developed by Studio Thunderhorse and published by Humble Games. Released on September 15th 2021 has received 668 reviews of which 568 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 2d games.
8.0
568
100
-87%
20.38€
2.65€
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 13th 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 89,060 reviews of which 73,412 were positive and 15,648 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 101,816 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free 2d games on Steam.
8.1
73,412
15,648
101,816
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 1,948, this 2d game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.8
54,918
6,300
1,948
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 72,116 reviews of which 62,527 were positive and 9,589 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 1,761, this 2d game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free 2d games on Steam.
8.5
62,527
9,589
1,761
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 1,201 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
1,201
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 968 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
968
players
6. Flag Clicker
Flag is a clicker Game, in which you click a Flag! Flag Clicker is a casual, clicker and indie game developed by and published by Flag Clicker Interactive. Released on November 16th 2024 has received 428 reviews of which 265 were positive and 163 were negative resulting in a rating of 6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 259 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
6
265
163
259
players
7. 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 165 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
7.6
2,184
586
165
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 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 116 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
6.8
410
168
116
players
9. 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 1,785 reviews of which 1,759 were positive and 26 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 112 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free 2d games on Steam.
9.3
1,759
26
112
players
10. 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 #10 spot among the most played free 2d games on Steam.
8.3
22,613
4,112
91
players