Best Collectathon 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 collectathon games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free collectathon games are available at the bottom of the page.
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MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp!
Kiwi Clicker - Juiced Up
Deliver more and more kiwis to satiate the kings' hunger - sacrifice their pulp and transcend beyond your fruital form!
Hell Pie
Hell Pie is an obscene 3D platformer that takes bad taste to the next level! Hell Pie sees you grab the horns of Nate, the ‘Demon of Bad Taste’. He is given the honorable task of gathering the disgusting ingredients for Satan’s infamous birthday pie!
Garage: Bad Dream Adventure
You are thrown into a weird world by the machine Garage. Can you escape from it?
A Building Full of Cats
A Building Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to pet all the cats in the building. Don't leave any cats behind!
Placid Plastic Duck Simulator
The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.
Little Noah: Scion of Paradise
Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!
Amazing Frog? 2
Amazing Frog? 2 is the next generation of Amazing Frog? A Hardcore Parkour, open world buffet of bonkers physics sandbox ...ness.
Epic Battle Fantasy Collection
A collection of short and silly games from the early days of the internet. There's turn-based RPGs, shoot-em-ups, platformers, and more - updated with new quality-of-life features. Plus there's a whopping 150 achievements to collect, and a free soundtrack DLC!
Kao the Kangaroo
Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!
Soundfall
Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!
Is Simon There?
A few months have passed since the death of my son, Simon. Ever since that tragic day, I find myself falling into the darkest emotions I could ever imagine. I am haunted everyday with what I have done; But sometimes, I am haunted by more than just my emotions...
Samurai Bringer
Samurai Bringer is a roguelite action game with levels which change with every playthrough, where you cut down hordes of Samurai and Demons to collect combat techniques and polish your fighting style in order to defeat Yamata-no-Orochi, the eight-headed dragon of Japanese mythology.
Crystal Project
Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you.
Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Submerged: Hidden Depths
Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.
Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
Kardboard Kings: Card Shop Simulator
Open your own Card shop by the seaside! Buy, trade and sell Cards, OR keep them for your own collection! Earn reputation with customers, beat your shop goals, unlock new decorations, and host exciting events to bring everyone to the best Card shop in town!
Porcelain Tales
Collect, run and be a pain in the porcelain
Pupperazzi: The Dog Photography Game
Put your love for pups to the test - we have a bunch of dogs that need their photos taken, doggone it! Photograph and catalogue the finest (and derpiest) dogs to build your career, upgrade your camera, and discover new canines. WOOF.
Supraland Six Inches Under
A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, combat! A first-person-metroidvania taking place six inches under Supraland.
My life as an archeologist
Click your way through 100 levels of archeological treasure hunting, loot and improve your equipment, uncover build-defining artefacts on every boss, choose between three different classes and find the one that best fits your playstyle! Research monsters cards and improve every run!
Siralim Ultimate
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.Most played collectathon games on Steam
Take a look at the top collectathon games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. TCG Card Shop Simulator
Open your own local game store. Stock shelves with the latest booster packs, or crack them and collect the cards for yourself. Set your own prices, hire staff, host events, and expand your card shop. TCG Card Shop Simulator is a simulation, management and economy game developed and published by OPNeon Games. Released on September 15th 2024 has received 38,708 reviews of which 37,660 were positive and 1,048 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 collectathon game, thanks to its 1,693 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
37,660
1,048
1,693
players
2. A Hat in Time
A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights! A Hat in Time is a cute, 3d platformer and collectathon game developed by Gears for Breakfast and published by Gears for Breakfast and Humble Games. Released on October 05th 2017 has received 51,547 reviews of which 50,439 were positive and 1,108 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 177 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among collectathon games based on player count.
9.6
50,439
1,108
177
players
3. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,506 reviews of which 5,562 were positive and 944 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. While seeing 158 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among collectathon games based on player count.
8.3
5,562
944
158
players
4. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is a exploration, female protagonist and jrpg game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on March 20th 2025 has received 2,317 reviews of which 1,524 were positive and 793 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 155 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played collectathon games.
6.4
1,524
793
155
players
5. Cozy Grove
Welcome to Cozy Grove, a game about camping on a haunted, ever-changing island. As a Spirit Scout, you'll wander the island's forest each day, finding new hidden secrets and helping soothe the local ghosts. With a little time and a lot of crafting, you'll bring color and joy back to Cozy Grove! Cozy Grove is a relaxing, cute and story rich game developed by Spry Fox LLC and published by Spry Fox LLC. Released on April 07th 2021 has received 7,946 reviews of which 7,159 were positive and 787 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 134 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.7
7,159
787
134
players
6. Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
The concept of this title, the latest in the series to depict a new "Atelier" world, is "True-to-life youths that develop together, even if just a little bit". Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout is a exploration, jrpg and crafting game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on October 28th 2019 has received 8,312 reviews of which 7,235 were positive and 1,077 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 129 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.5
7,235
1,077
129
players
7. DigDigDrill
DigDigDrill is an underground mining and resource collecting game. Dig freely for minerals and treasures. Use the items you collect to forge your original drills in a hack-and-slash style equipment system. DigDigDrill is a mining, collectathon and underground game developed and published by Toorai. Released on December 09th 2024 has received 360 reviews of which 340 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 120 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.7
340
20
120
players
8. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator
The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator is a cute, relaxing and collectathon game developed and published by turbolento games. Released on July 06th 2022 has received 17,242 reviews of which 16,880 were positive and 362 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 115 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played collectathon games.
9.5
16,880
362
115
players
9. PickCrafter
Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure! PickCrafter is a mining, idler and free to play game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 6,873 reviews of which 5,944 were positive and 929 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.4
5,944
929
91
players
10. MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp! MergeCrafter is a relaxing, sandbox and match 3 game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on August 23rd 2022 has received 792 reviews of which 576 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played collectathon games.
7.0
576
216
78
players
Best deals on collectathon games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of collectathon 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 collectathon games.
1. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,506 reviews of which 5,562 were positive and 944 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for collectathon category.
8.3
5,562
944
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
2. New Super Lucky's Tale
Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers! New Super Lucky's Tale is a adventure, 3d platformer and action-adventure game developed and published by Playful Corp.. Released on August 21st 2020 has received 617 reviews of which 590 were positive and 27 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in collectathon games.
8.9
590
27
-94%
27.67€
1.66€
3. Cavern of Dreams
Embark on a magical quest as Fynn the dragon to rescue your unhatched siblings from the mysterious Cavern of Dreams in this N64-style 3D platformer. Gain new abilities, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and beware of the mysterious villain. Cavern of Dreams is a old school, 3d platformer and cute game developed by Bynine Studio and published by Super Rare Originals. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 1,118 reviews of which 1,050 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 92% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in collectathon games.
8.9
1,050
68
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
4. Yooka-Laylee
Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B! Yooka-Laylee is a 3d platformer, collectathon and adventure game developed by Playtonic Games and published by Playtonic Friends. Released on April 11th 2017 has received 5,235 reviews of which 3,919 were positive and 1,316 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
7.3
3,919
1,316
-90%
20.50€
2.05€
5. Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
The concept of this title, the latest in the series to depict a new "Atelier" world, is "True-to-life youths that develop together, even if just a little bit". Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout is a exploration, jrpg and crafting game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on October 28th 2019 has received 8,312 reviews of which 7,235 were positive and 1,077 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.5
7,235
1,077
-75%
59.99€
14.99€
6. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy
This story takes place three years after the events of the previous game “Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout,” and depicts the reunion of Ryza and her friends, who go through new encounters and goodbyes to discover a true priceless treasure. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy is a exploration, collectathon and turn-based game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on January 25th 2021 has received 3,536 reviews of which 3,218 were positive and 318 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.8
3,218
318
-67%
59.99€
19.79€
7. Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition
The HUNT Returns... AGAIN! Play the original Cult Classic '90s FPS remastered in 4K Ultrawide with UNLIMITED frame rates, RESTORED content, NEW episodes, a LEVEL EDITOR, online MULTIPLAYER, LUDICROUS gameplay options and MORE. Make 'em EAT LEAD or they'll bury you in a lunchbox! Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition is a boomer shooter, fps and arena shooter game developed by Nightdive Studios and Apogee Software and published by Nightdive Studios, New Blood Interactive and Apogee Entertainment. Released on July 31st 2023 has received 641 reviews of which 599 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 62% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.7
599
42
-62%
19.37€
7.36€
8. Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key
The final summer, the final secret... Ryza's final adventure is about to begin! Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key is a exploration, jrpg and collectathon game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on March 23rd 2023 has received 2,019 reviews of which 1,847 were positive and 172 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.7
1,847
172
-60%
59.70€
23.88€
9. Beasts of Maravilla Island
Beasts of Maravilla Island is a 3D adventure game where you take on the role of a young wildlife photographer who traverses Maravilla Island's magical ecosystems to discover extraordinary creatures, learn their behaviors, and, most importantly, photograph their majesty. Beasts of Maravilla Island is a exploration, collectathon and puzzle game developed by Banana Bird Studios and LLC and published by Whitethorn Games. Released on June 12th 2021 has received 434 reviews of which 382 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 51% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.2
382
52
-51%
8.12€
3.98€
10. Samurai Bringer
Samurai Bringer is a roguelite action game with levels which change with every playthrough, where you cut down hordes of Samurai and Demons to collect combat techniques and polish your fighting style in order to defeat Yamata-no-Orochi, the eight-headed dragon of Japanese mythology. Samurai Bringer is a spectacle fighter, action and rogue-lite game developed by ALPHAWING Inc. and published by PLAYISM. Released on April 21st 2022 has received 986 reviews of which 866 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.3
866
120
-50%
8.16€
4.08€
Free collectathon games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play collectathon 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 collectathon games.
1. PickCrafter
Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure! PickCrafter is a mining, idler and free to play game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 6,873 reviews of which 5,944 were positive and 929 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.4
5,944
929
91
players
2. MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp! MergeCrafter is a relaxing, sandbox and match 3 game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on August 23rd 2022 has received 792 reviews of which 576 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.0
576
216
78
players
3. 2024: Mosaic Retrospective
2024: Mosaic Retrospective is a charity-fundraising picross/minesweeper hybrid featuring a single ENORMOUS puzzle inspired by global news stories from throughout the year. 2024: Mosaic Retrospective is a clicker, puzzle and collectathon game developed by Mark Ffrench and published by Divide The Plunder. Released on December 30th 2024 has received 425 reviews of which 372 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.2
372
53
51
players
4. God Awe-full Clicker
God Awe-Full Clicker is an Endless Dungeon Clicker/Idle game full of Greek Mythology and Epic Battles with RPG style aspects. God Awe-full Clicker is a free to play, idler and clicker game developed and published by Mad Labyrinth Studios LLC. Released on September 19th 2018 has received 385 reviews of which 246 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
6.2
246
139
3
players
5. Alpaca Stacka
A 3D adventure platformer where you play as a kind alpaca dedicated to helping their animal friends. Alpaca Stacka is a indie, exploration and 3d platformer game developed by Sebastian Baracaldo and Michelle Ma and published by Spookulele Games. Released on July 29th 2021 has received 5,724 reviews of which 5,577 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
9.4
5,577
147
1
players
6. Underminer
Welcome to Underminer, an underground adventure game set in a subterranean world. Mine minerals, earn money, upgrade your drill machine and descend deeper into the earth. The truth about 'legendary minerals' and an exciting underground world are waiting for you! Underminer is a simulation, action-adventure and collectathon game developed by Team GongMyeong and published by Jungle Game Lab. Released on January 10th 2024 has received 826 reviews of which 770 were positive and 56 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.8
770
56
1
players
7. Where Jellyfish 水母在哪里
Search for 100 Jellyfish. A carefully hand drawn 4K scene filled with cute characters. The process is short and won't take up too much player time. You can choose your favorite dyeing for the convenience of color blind players. Extremely easy to achieve. Where Jellyfish 水母在哪里 is a idler, hidden object and creature collector game developed and published by 冷笑黑妖. Released on December 21st 2023 has received 381 reviews of which 370 were positive and 11 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.9
370
11
8. Evo\Wave
Evo\Wave is a 3D platformer featuring LAI-6, an A.I. with a goal to restore the world following the passage of MagnaVex who brought the world back to a retro era. Repair the Evo\Core to progress through the different graphic periods of the video game history! Evo\Wave is a collectathon, retro and free to play game developed by MagnaVex Entertainment and published by UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 492 reviews of which 471 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.9
471
21
9. The Market of Light
A short game and tech demo created with Unreal Engine 5. The player is a small firefly that collects orbs of light scattered around the market. Experience a meticulously rendered world from a micro view point! The Market of Light is a action, collectathon and 3d game developed and published by historia Inc.. Released on September 28th 2021 has received 410 reviews of which 336 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.7
336
74
10. Loot Grind Simulator
Loot Grind Simulator is a fantasy-themed game about completing quests and earning better loot to equip. The game is meant as satire of the current MMO and Looter Shooter trends and features idle gameplay elements with decisions about what quests to undertake and items to craft. Loot Grind Simulator is a casual, short and collectathon game developed and published by GG Undroid Games. Released on October 14th 2020 has received 371 reviews of which 298 were positive and 73 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.5
298
73