Best Cinematic 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 cinematic games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free cinematic games are available at the bottom of the page.
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SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE
The long-awaited third game in the groundbreaking SUPERHOT franchise - MIND CONTROL DELETE gives you more insight into the world of SUPERHOT, more story, more signature gameplay. Keep dancing the slow-motion ballet of destruction for so much longer than ever before.
Rival Stars Horse Racing: Desktop Edition
With stunning, realistic horses, an in-depth breeding system, and a range of exciting game modes, Rival Stars Horse Racing offers horse fans the ultimate racing and riding experience. Take the reins and become an equestrian legend!
Heavy Rain
Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns. The hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer. Four characters, each following their own leads, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim.
Beyond: Two Souls
A unique psychological action thriller delivered by A-list Hollywood performances by Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, Beyond: Two Souls takes you on a thrilling journey across the globe as you play out the remarkable life of Jodie Holmes.
Detroit: Become Human
Detroit: Become Human puts the destiny of both mankind and androids in your hands, taking you to a near future where machines have become more intelligent than humans. Every choice you make affects the outcome of the game, with one of the most intricately branching narratives ever created.
Mass Effect™ 3 N7 Digital Deluxe Edition (2012)
Earth is burning. The Reapers have taken over and other civilizations are falling like dominoes. Lead the final fight to save humanity and take back Earth from these terrifying machines, Commander Shepard.
Command & Conquer™ Remastered Collection
Command & Conquer and Red Alert are both remastered in 4K by the former Westwood Studios team members. Includes all 3 expansions, rebuilt multiplayer, a modernized UI, Map Editor, bonus footage gallery, and over 7 hours of remastered music.
Dread X Collection
10 Tales of Terror from 10 Twisted Minds. Made in only 7 Sleepless Nights. The Dread X Collection is a series of small games created by some of the most talented indie devs around, all with the same mission: create the P.T. for the horror project of their dreams.
PLAYNE : The Meditation Game
Grow a beautiful island as you build a daily habit of mindfulness and meditation. Experience relaxation and learn ways to care for your mental wellbeing.
Mahou Arms
Mahou Arms is an anime-inspired character-action hack and slash that tells the story of a magical girl paramilitary group fighting back against an alien invasion.
The Complex
After a major bio-weapon attack on London, two scientists find themselves in a locked-down laboratory with time, and air, running out. The Complex is an interactive sci-fi thriller movie where your decisions lead to one of eight suspenseful endings.
Arrest of a stone Buddha
Hitman is searching for an answer in France 70-s.
BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION
BEAUTIFUL DESOLATION is an isometric, point & click adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic future. Explore an unscene landscape, solve puzzles, meet new friends and make powerful enemies, mediate conflicts and fight for your life as you unravel the secrets of the desolate world around you.
Ministry of Broadcast
Ministry of Broadcast is a narrative-driven single player cinematic platformer mixing Orwell’s 1984 with modern reality TV. A country divided by The Wall; to cross it and reach your family, you must compete on - and win - a reality TV show broadcast by the Regime.
Hand Simulator: Survival
Wild island. Thirst and hunger. Dangerous animals and insects. The perfect place to test your survival skills, especially if you only have empty hands, especially if it is a hand simulator.
SD GUNDAM G GENERATION CROSS RAYS
Beyond creation, four eras come together as one! Discover the latest entry in this iconic Tactical RPG series. Form your own team of SD Gundams and deploy for battle -- with units from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, SEED, 00, and Iron-Blooded Orphans!
Rock Simulator
Become what you have always imagined, a rock with no responsibilities, no debt, and no worries. The only thing on your checklist is to exist and watch as time fades away...also to become the golden rock.
Terminator: Resistance
Terminator: Resistance, is a first-person shooter set during the 'Future War' scenario that was only glimpsed at in the iconic films, 'THE TERMINATOR' and 'T2: JUDGMENT DAY'. The machines are destined to lose, but at what cost?
Blacksad: Under the Skin
BLACKSAD: Under the Skin - A dark corruption scandal in the heart of the New York City's underworld for charismatic detective John Blacksad!
SONG OF HORROR COMPLETE EDITION
A 3rd person, fixed-camera survival horror adventure. Fear the Presence, a mysterious entity you cannot fight: stay alert, hide, breathe slowly... Explore cursed places where unseen spirits and lost souls linger in a true horror story for the ages.
Most played cinematic games on Steam
Take a look at the top cinematic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 17th 2025.
1. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a character customization, cinematic and story rich game developed and published by Owlcat Games. Released on December 07th 2023 has received 30,805 reviews of which 26,360 were positive and 4,445 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played cinematic game, thanks to its 2,872 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.4
26,360
4,445
2,872
players
2. Detroit: Become Human
Detroit: Become Human puts the destiny of both mankind and androids in your hands, taking you to a near future where machines have become more intelligent than humans. Every choice you make affects the outcome of the game, with one of the most intricately branching narratives ever created. Detroit: Become Human is a choices matter, story rich and multiple endings game developed and published by Quantic Dream. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 169,199 reviews of which 162,047 were positive and 7,152 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 1,218 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among cinematic games based on player count.
9.5
162,047
7,152
1,218
players
3. A Plague Tale: Requiem
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers. A Plague Tale: Requiem is a adventure, action and action-adventure game developed by Asobo Studio and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on October 17th 2022 has received 20,610 reviews of which 18,772 were positive and 1,838 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. While seeing 257 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among cinematic games based on player count.
8.9
18,772
1,838
257
players
4. Cellveillance
"Cellveillance" is a detective drama entertainment product, you will visit the apartment every day, and the entire apartment is responsible for everything that happens in the apartment, a mysterious organization asks you to return the information of the residents. Cellveillance is a fmv, dating sim and immersive sim game developed by KARMAGAME HK LIMITED and published by EpicDream Games. Released on June 04th 2025 has received 331 reviews of which 303 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 197 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.4
303
28
197
players
5. The Quarry
When the sun goes down on the last night of summer camp, nine teenage counselors are plunged into an unpredictable night of horror. The only thing worse than the blood-drenched locals and creatures hunting them are the unimaginable choices you must make to help them survive. The Quarry is a choices matter, multiple endings and horror game developed by Supermassive Games and published by 2K Games. Released on June 09th 2022 has received 19,265 reviews of which 15,732 were positive and 3,533 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. With 188 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8
15,732
3,533
188
players
6. Beyond: Two Souls
A unique psychological action thriller delivered by A-list Hollywood performances by Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, Beyond: Two Souls takes you on a thrilling journey across the globe as you play out the remarkable life of Jodie Holmes. Beyond: Two Souls is a adventure, choices matter and story rich game developed and published by Quantic Dream. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 28,027 reviews of which 24,755 were positive and 3,272 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 183 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.7
24,755
3,272
183
players
7. Heavy Rain
Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns. The hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer. Four characters, each following their own leads, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim. Heavy Rain is a choices matter, story rich and multiple endings game developed and published by Quantic Dream. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 19,707 reviews of which 16,745 were positive and 2,962 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 144 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.3
16,745
2,962
144
players
8. 咸鱼殿下 / My journey
This is a Interactive Live-Action Game. You will travel back in time to become a noble Highness and experience the local customs and practices of ancient times. A series of your choices will influence the development trajectory of this world. 咸鱼殿下 / My journey is a fmv, dating sim and lore-rich game developed by 大聪明工作室 and published by 恭迎皇子驾到工作室. Released on February 28th 2025 has received 1,773 reviews of which 1,541 were positive and 232 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.3
1,541
232
27
players
9. Bramble: The Mountain King
Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures. Bramble: The Mountain King is a horror, adventure and cinematic game developed by Dimfrost Studio and published by Merge Games. Released on April 27th 2023 has received 5,903 reviews of which 5,606 were positive and 297 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cinematic games.
9.2
5,606
297
21
players
10. Office Life
It’s a story about after graduation life of college student. We guess it is a simulation game, besides which type of game it could be? We just want to provide a true real life with you in this way. Office Life is a story rich, life sim and dating sim game developed by LeiYun Games and published by 2P Games. Released on December 17th 2024 has received 1,772 reviews of which 1,571 were positive and 201 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.5
1,571
201
18
players
Best deals on cinematic games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of cinematic games available on Steam right now, updated on June 17th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted cinematic games.
1. As Dusk Falls
Explore the entangled lives of two families across thirty years in an original interactive drama from INTERIOR/NIGHT. Starting in 1998 with a robbery-gone-wrong, the character's lives depend on the choices you make. As Dusk Falls is a choices matter, story rich and cinematic game developed by INTERIOR/NIGHT and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on July 19th 2022 has received 3,307 reviews of which 3,005 were positive and 302 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cinematic category.
8.7
3,005
302
-99%
29.99€
0.44€
2. Fort Solis
Answer the call from a mining base on Mars as engineer Jack Leary and search for the missing crew. Fort Solis will immerse you with cinematic visuals powered by UE 5 and voice acting of Roger Clark and Troy Baker. Explore the mining complex and reach climax of this narrative thriller experience. Fort Solis is a walking simulator, cinematic and mars game developed by Fallen Leaf and Black Drakkar Games and published by Dear Villagers. Released on August 22nd 2023 has received 2,992 reviews of which 2,026 were positive and 966 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in cinematic games.
6.6
2,026
966
-98%
24.99€
0.68€
3. Greak: Memories of Azur
Greak: Memories of Azur is a single-player puzzle platformer adventure. Azur is under threat from an enemy attack who have control of strange creatures infecting the land. Take on the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel and utilize their unique abilities to escape the invasion together. Greak: Memories of Azur is a atmospheric, fantasy and cinematic game developed by Navegante and published by Team17. Released on August 17th 2021 has received 1,369 reviews of which 1,071 were positive and 298 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cinematic games.
7.5
1,071
298
-97%
19.99€
0.63€
4. Beyond: Two Souls
A unique psychological action thriller delivered by A-list Hollywood performances by Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, Beyond: Two Souls takes you on a thrilling journey across the globe as you play out the remarkable life of Jodie Holmes. Beyond: Two Souls is a adventure, choices matter and story rich game developed and published by Quantic Dream. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 28,027 reviews of which 24,755 were positive and 3,272 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
8.7
24,755
3,272
-95%
19.99€
1.10€
5. South of the Circle
South of the Circle is a deep narrative experience of the emerging relationship between Peter and Clara, Cambridge academics involved in a political conflict. The story focuses on promises made in between career and true love, where our choices burdened by our past seem to be illusory. South of the Circle is a adventure, interactive fiction and story rich game developed by State of Play and published by 11 bit studios. Released on August 03rd 2022 has received 1,363 reviews of which 1,148 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
8.0
1,148
215
-95%
12.99€
0.70€
6. The Quarry
When the sun goes down on the last night of summer camp, nine teenage counselors are plunged into an unpredictable night of horror. The only thing worse than the blood-drenched locals and creatures hunting them are the unimaginable choices you must make to help them survive. The Quarry is a choices matter, multiple endings and horror game developed by Supermassive Games and published by 2K Games. Released on June 09th 2022 has received 19,265 reviews of which 15,732 were positive and 3,533 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
8
15,732
3,533
-92%
59.99€
4.93€
7. A Plague Tale: Requiem
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers. A Plague Tale: Requiem is a adventure, action and action-adventure game developed by Asobo Studio and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on October 17th 2022 has received 20,610 reviews of which 18,772 were positive and 1,838 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
8.9
18,772
1,838
-91%
49.99€
4.90€
8. The Uncertain: Light At The End
The Uncertain is a story-driven adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Humanity disappeared from the face of the Earth and has been replaced by robots. Together with Emily, one of the survivors, you will have to witness how people try to live in a world ruled by robots. The Uncertain: Light At The End is a cinematic, choices matter and story rich game developed by ComonGames and published by META Publishing. Released on October 08th 2020 has received 1,123 reviews of which 729 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
6.3
729
394
-91%
8.19€
0.81€
9. Bramble: The Mountain King
Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures. Bramble: The Mountain King is a horror, adventure and cinematic game developed by Dimfrost Studio and published by Merge Games. Released on April 27th 2023 has received 5,903 reviews of which 5,606 were positive and 297 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
9.2
5,606
297
-90%
29.99€
3.13€
10. Heavy Rain
Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns. The hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer. Four characters, each following their own leads, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim. Heavy Rain is a choices matter, story rich and multiple endings game developed and published by Quantic Dream. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 19,707 reviews of which 16,745 were positive and 2,962 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for cinematic games.
8.3
16,745
2,962
-90%
19.99€
2.00€
Free cinematic games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play cinematic games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 17th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play cinematic games.
1. Deathless Death
In the quiet of conscience and shadows of sin, four souls find themselves entwined in crimes involving a woman. In this narrative puzzle game, you don the sacred robe of a priest, hear the confessions of sinners, uncover secrets, seek the truth behind their crimes and deliver the final judgment. Deathless Death is a visual novel, interactive fiction and cinematic game developed by Dream Delivery Center and published by GCORES PUBLISHING. Released on November 13th 2024 has received 654 reviews of which 492 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free cinematic games on Steam.
7.2
492
162
2
players
2. The Savior From Above
A sidescrolling 3D adventure shortgame that combines multiple genres and features various action and puzzle sequences. Its artistic approach is supported by powerful visuals, intense atmosphere and a unique game narrative on the boundaries of science-fiction and fantasy. The Savior From Above is a atmospheric, side scroller and post-apocalyptic game developed and published by kóborfotonok. Released on December 06th 2021 has received 357 reviews of which 337 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free cinematic games on Steam.
8.7
337
20
3. Ginkgo
Ginkgo is a single player 3D horror game inspired by East Asian horror. Armed with a magic needle that can sew parts of the world together, solve puzzles and outsmart monsters as you explore a surreal world. Ginkgo is a adventure, horror and puzzle game developed and published by Ginkgo. Released on June 26th 2020 has received 323 reviews of which 295 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free cinematic games on Steam.
8.4
295
28
4. Paragon: The Overprime
Paragon: The Overprime is a free team-based TPS Action MOBA. Choose one of the many powerful heroes with unique skills and work with your teammates to conquer the Prime battlefield. Speed across the battlefield with the heroes of Prime and feel the thrill of the action. Paragon: The Overprime is a early access, sci-fi and moba game developed by Netmarble F&C Team SoulEve and published by Netmarble. Released on December 05th 2022 has received 13,100 reviews of which 8,178 were positive and 4,922 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free cinematic games on Steam.
6.2
8,178
4,922