Best Cartoon 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 cartoon games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free cartoon games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Skullgirls 2nd Encore
--Main Stage Game at Evo 2022!-- The ultimate Skullgirls experience: Featuring 14 hand-animated characters, fully voiced story mode, countless palettes, and unparalleled GGPO-based multiplayer netcode.
DuckTales: Remastered
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
Dragon's Lair
Haven't heard of Dragon's Lair?! Well, you play the heroic Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon! Originally released in the summer of 1983, Dragon's Lair has solidified itself as a cultural icon in gaming.
Torchlight II
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.
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!
Shank 2
The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...
Monday Night Combat
Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter… and the most popular lethal sport of the future!
Broken Sword 2 - the Smoking Mirror: Remastered (2010)
‘Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Remastered’ is a stunning update to the multi million-selling original. A mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which journalist Nico Collard and her adventuring companion George Stobbart must overcome powerful forces from fulfilling their evil ambitions.
Torchlight
Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.
Tales of Monkey Island: Complete Season
While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.
Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!Most played cartoon games on Steam
Take a look at the top cartoon games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 01st 2025.
1. Cuphead
Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings. Cuphead is a difficult, cartoon and co-op game developed and published by Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc.. Released on September 29th 2017 has received 182,852 reviews of which 176,124 were positive and 6,728 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 cartoon game, thanks to its 1,866 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
176,124
6,728
1,866
players
2. Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication
An animated incremental game about cloning livestock. Make as many moon sheep as you can. Research technology, upgrade your operation and become a clone farm billionaire! Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication is a clicker, hand-drawn and idler game developed and published by CarlMorganArt. Released on October 02nd 2024 has received 597 reviews of which 514 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 234 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among cartoon games based on player count.
8.1
514
83
234
players
3. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD
While a formidable evil emerges, an unexpected alliance is taking shape! It will take the finest warriors of Linirea and the relentless Dark Army to stop it. Beware! Though they may journey side by side the ever-changing winds of fate could swiftly alter their course. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD is a strategy, tower defense and 2d game developed and published by Ironhide Game Studio. Released on July 25th 2024 has received 8,686 reviews of which 7,605 were positive and 1,081 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 232 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among cartoon games based on player count.
8.5
7,605
1,081
232
players
4. Bloons Adventure Time TD
Defend Ooo from the Bloon invasion in this epic tower defense crossover. Bloons Adventure Time TD is a strategy, action and tower defense game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on January 16th 2019 has received 4,266 reviews of which 3,714 were positive and 552 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.4
3,714
552
92
players
5. I Am Fish
I Am Fish is a charming, physics-based adventure starring four intrepid fish friends, forcibly separated from their home in a pet shop fish tank. Swim, fly, roll and chomp your way to the open ocean in a bid for freedom and to re-unite once again. I Am Fish is a adventure, simulation and 3d platformer game developed by Bossa Studios and published by Curve Games. Released on September 16th 2021 has received 2,916 reviews of which 2,127 were positive and 789 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cartoon games.
7.1
2,127
789
43
players
6. KAKU: Ancient Seal
An Open world Action adventure combining exploration with puzzles and dynamic combat. Go on a journey across a sprawling continent as Kaku, a boy tasked to restore balance to the land. Brave the four elemental regions with the help of Piggy, his powerful companion and conquer their lords. KAKU: Ancient Seal is a open world, action rpg and action-adventure game developed and published by BINGOBELL. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 909 reviews of which 693 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cartoon games.
7.3
693
216
39
players
7. Bear and Breakfast
Bear and Breakfast is a laid-back management adventure game where you build and run a bed and breakfast...but you’re a bear. Bear and Breakfast is a cartoon, economy and life sim game developed by Gummy Cat and published by Armor Games Studios. Released on July 28th 2022 has received 4,849 reviews of which 4,375 were positive and 474 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.7
4,375
474
38
players
8. The Jackbox Party Starter
Get the party started with The Jackbox Party Starter! Featuring three updated titles: Quiplash 3, Trivia Murder Party 2 and Tee K.O., this starter pack is sure to entertain! The Jackbox Party Starter is a casual, trivia and 2d game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on June 29th 2022 has received 434 reviews of which 407 were positive and 27 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.7
407
27
25
players
9. Mizi NO!
In this free 2D puzzle game, you must reassemble broken objects that your cat has knocked over. Mizi NO! is a casual, puzzle and 2d game developed and published by DU&I. Released on August 22nd 2024 has received 1,585 reviews of which 1,571 were positive and 14 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cartoon games.
9.4
1,571
14
24
players
10. Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure
BBR2: Island Adventure is a mayhem-filled kart-racer with an emphasis on split screen fun and game rule customization. Customize and save your own zany race rules for epic contests with up to 8 local players. Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure is a racing, controller and split screen game developed and published by Vector Unit. Released on March 10th 2021 has received 637 reviews of which 585 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.6
585
52
20
players
Best deals on cartoon games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of cartoon games available on Steam right now, updated on May 01st 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted cartoon games.
1. Roundguard
Roundguard is a bouncy dungeon crawler with pinball physics, lots of loot, and a randomized castle full of oddballs. Press your luck against hordes of dangerously cute monsters and challenging roguelike elements in this all-round bouncy adventure! Roundguard is a pinball, physics and puzzle game developed and published by Wonderbelly Games. Released on March 13th 2020 has received 551 reviews of which 453 were positive and 98 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 75% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cartoon category.
7.7
453
98
-75%
19.50€
4.87€
2. I Am Fish
I Am Fish is a charming, physics-based adventure starring four intrepid fish friends, forcibly separated from their home in a pet shop fish tank. Swim, fly, roll and chomp your way to the open ocean in a bid for freedom and to re-unite once again. I Am Fish is a adventure, simulation and 3d platformer game developed by Bossa Studios and published by Curve Games. Released on September 16th 2021 has received 2,916 reviews of which 2,127 were positive and 789 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 70% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in cartoon games.
7.1
2,127
789
-70%
19.99€
5.99€
3. The Jackbox Party Starter
Get the party started with The Jackbox Party Starter! Featuring three updated titles: Quiplash 3, Trivia Murder Party 2 and Tee K.O., this starter pack is sure to entertain! The Jackbox Party Starter is a casual, trivia and 2d game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on June 29th 2022 has received 434 reviews of which 407 were positive and 27 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 66% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cartoon games.
8.7
407
27
-66%
20.21€
6.87€
4. CHUCHEL
CHUCHEL is a comedy adventure game from the creators of Machinarium, Botanicula and Samorost. Join the hairy hero Chuchel and his rival Kekel as they will be facing numerous puzzles and challenges in their quest to retrieve the precious cherry! CHUCHEL is a casual, comedy and funny game developed and published by Amanita Design. Released on March 07th 2018 has received 3,963 reviews of which 3,327 were positive and 636 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 66% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.1
3,327
636
-66%
9.88€
3.36€
5. ARIDA: Backland's Awakening
ARIDA: Backland's Awakening. A story of survival and adventure in the brazilian backlands. Face the drought to explore the more arid regions, gather resources and discover clues about the fate of the young Cícera. ARIDA: Backland's Awakening is a female protagonist, adventure and family friendly game developed and published by Aoca Game Lab. Released on August 15th 2019 has received 687 reviews of which 599 were positive and 88 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.2
599
88
-60%
6.89€
2.75€
6. KAKU: Ancient Seal
An Open world Action adventure combining exploration with puzzles and dynamic combat. Go on a journey across a sprawling continent as Kaku, a boy tasked to restore balance to the land. Brave the four elemental regions with the help of Piggy, his powerful companion and conquer their lords. KAKU: Ancient Seal is a open world, action rpg and action-adventure game developed and published by BINGOBELL. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 909 reviews of which 693 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 55% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
7.3
693
216
-55%
24.42€
10.99€
7. Touhou Endless Dream
A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything. Touhou Endless Dream is a casual, anime and rogue-lite game developed by a10a010 and MyACG Studio and published by MyACG Studio. Released on November 01st 2021 has received 1,850 reviews of which 1,745 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
9.0
1,745
105
-50%
6.59€
3.29€
8. PRIM
PRIM is a creepy-but-cute point’n’click adventure game full of dark humor. When her mother dies, Prim finds out she’s Death’s daughter and now has to live with her father. But the Grim Reaper has strict rules and when Prim breaks them, things take a fatal turn. Can you breathe life into her misery? PRIM is a adventure, point & click and 2d game developed by Common Colors and Application Systems Heidelberg and published by Application Systems Heidelberg. Released on October 23rd 2024 has received 427 reviews of which 403 were positive and 24 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.7
403
24
-30%
19.99€
13.99€
9. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD
While a formidable evil emerges, an unexpected alliance is taking shape! It will take the finest warriors of Linirea and the relentless Dark Army to stop it. Beware! Though they may journey side by side the ever-changing winds of fate could swiftly alter their course. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD is a strategy, tower defense and 2d game developed and published by Ironhide Game Studio. Released on July 25th 2024 has received 8,686 reviews of which 7,605 were positive and 1,081 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.5
7,605
1,081
-30%
19.50€
13.65€
Free cartoon games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play cartoon games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 01st 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play cartoon games.
1. Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication
An animated incremental game about cloning livestock. Make as many moon sheep as you can. Research technology, upgrade your operation and become a clone farm billionaire! Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication is a clicker, hand-drawn and idler game developed and published by CarlMorganArt. Released on October 02nd 2024 has received 597 reviews of which 514 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 234 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free cartoon games on Steam.
8.1
514
83
234
players
2. Bloons Adventure Time TD
Defend Ooo from the Bloon invasion in this epic tower defense crossover. Bloons Adventure Time TD is a strategy, action and tower defense game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on January 16th 2019 has received 4,266 reviews of which 3,714 were positive and 552 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free cartoon games on Steam.
8.4
3,714
552
92
players
3. Mizi NO!
In this free 2D puzzle game, you must reassemble broken objects that your cat has knocked over. Mizi NO! is a casual, puzzle and 2d game developed and published by DU&I. Released on August 22nd 2024 has received 1,585 reviews of which 1,571 were positive and 14 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free cartoon games on Steam.
9.4
1,571
14
24
players