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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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.

Price -76% 3.31€
Rating 8.5
Release 13 Aug 2013

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.

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.3
Release 17 May 2013

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.

Price -92% 1.59€
Rating 9.1
Release 20 Sep 2012

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!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.3
Release 01 Aug 2012

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...

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.9
Release 07 Feb 2012

Monday Night Combat

Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter… and the most popular lethal sport of the future!

Price 4.49€
Rating 7.6
Release 24 Jan 2011

Shank

Shank is the cult-classic revival of the sidescrolling beat-em-up. Play as Shank in an over-the-top grindhouse game, packed to the rim with enemies, bosses, combos, and more by the award-winning team at Klei Entertainment.

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 25 Oct 2010

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.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.6
Release 02 Dec 2009

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.

Price -86% 2.12€
Rating 8.8
Release 27 Oct 2009

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.

Price -92% 1.00€
Rating 8.4
Release 07 Jul 2009

SPORE™

Be the architect of your own universe with Spore, an exciting single-player adventure. From Single Cell to Galactic God, evolve your creature in a universe of your own creations.

Price 19.99€
Rating 9.1
Release 19 Dec 2008

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!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.9
Release 10 Oct 2007

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 April 30th 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 1,640 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
176,124
6,728

1,640
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 577 reviews of which 497 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 249 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among cartoon games based on player count.
8.1
497
80

249
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 194 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

194
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

93
players

5. 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 #5 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.7
4,375
474

47
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. 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 #7 spot among the most played cartoon games.
7.1
2,127
789

39
players

8. Just Another Night Shift

Just Another Night Shift is a casual competitive 1v1 or 2v2 PvP stealth strategy game. Play as a Thief and as a Security Guard. Steal the statue and try to prevent it in this 3D indie game. Grab a friend and work THE NIGHT SHIFT of your life. Join us for hours of fun gameplay with your friends! Just Another Night Shift is a casual, strategy and real time tactics game developed and published by JANS Dev Team. Released on March 28th 2024 has received 616 reviews of which 564 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.6
564
52

19
players

9. 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 #9 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.7
407
27

18
players

10. East Trade Tycoon: Inheritance

Eastern Trade Tycoon: Inheritance is a trading simulator game.In the game,you can from zero to hero.By trading markets, build a business,earn money,level up, investing accurately, and manage family to become a trading tycoon! East Trade Tycoon: Inheritance is a casual, simulation and trading game developed and published by PandaUpStudio. Released on October 21st 2024 has received 1,833 reviews of which 1,718 were positive and 115 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.9
1,718
115

14
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 April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted cartoon games.

1. 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. Featuring a massive 70% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cartoon category.
7.1
2,127
789

-70% 19.99€ 5.99€

2. 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 #2 best deal in cartoon games.
8.7
407
27

-66% 20.21€ 6.87€

3. 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. Thanks to its incredible 66% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cartoon games.
8.1
3,327
636

-66% 9.88€ 3.36€

4. 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 #4 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
7.3
693
216

-55% 24.42€ 10.99€

5. 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 #5 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
9.0
1,745
105

-50% 6.59€ 3.29€

6. 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 #6 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.7
403
24

-30% 19.99€ 13.99€

7. 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 #7 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 April 30th 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 577 reviews of which 497 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 249 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free cartoon games on Steam.
8.1
497
80

249
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

93
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

13
players