Best Cult Classic 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 cult classic games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free cult classic games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit?
CHRONO TRIGGER®
The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…
Secret of Mana
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Ukrainian ball in search of gas
You play as a man turned into a ball and you need to steal all the gas from the forest at all costs.
Umineko When They Cry - Answer Arcs
This is the 2nd half of the Umineko When They Cry sound novel series, featuring episodes 5 through 8. This steam version features multi-language options, swap-able renewed character sprites, as well as the original BGMs and un-cut content.
Outcast - Second Contact
Outcast – Second Contact is the complete remake of the cult title which sparked the open world, action-adventure genre. Take off on an exploration of Adelpha, an alien world as beautiful as it is dangerous, where your heroic journey places the fate of two worlds in your hands.
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
Red Comrades 3: Return of Alaska. Reloaded
In order to save the world once again Pete and Vasily Ivanovich will have to get through fire, water and through… some other stuff and then again and again. They will get really close to the worst criminals on Las-Vegas streets, enlist in the commandos and complete several missions for the USA government - to get rid of drug dealer's...
Cursed Treasure 2
Why be good when you can be... bad? Cursed Treasure 2 is an addictive tower-defense game that puts the power of darkness at your fingertips. Build towers of powerful orcs, demons, and undead, and master powerful spells, to protect your precious hoard from all manner of no-good do-gooders.
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!
de Blob
The evil I.N.K.T. Corporation has declared 'Color is a Crime!' and leeched Chroma City of all its beauty and interest. The race to rescue Chroma City has just begun, and only de Blob can save the world from a black-and-white future with his unique abilities to color the world back to life.
Full Throttle Remastered
Originally released by LucasArts in 1995, Full Throttle is a classic graphic adventure game from industry legend Tim Schafer, telling the story of Ben Throttle; butt-kicking leader of biker gang the Polecats, who gets caught up in a tale of Motorcycles, Mayhem and Murder.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Redemption
Inhabiting the World of Darkness, you must face a series of brutal confrontations with your nemesis Vukodlak, a powerful vampire lord.
Voodoo Vince: Remastered
The classic character platformer is back after 13 years and newly remastered! Help Vince run, jump and fight his way through cemeteries, swamps and an evil carnival as he seeks to save his creator Madam Charmaine from the clutches of Kosmo The Inscrutable.
Thimbleweed Park™
In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.
The Wardrobe - Even Better Edition
Inspired by the great ‘90s classics such as 'Monkey Island', 'Day of the Tentacle', 'Tony Tough' and 'Sam & Max: Hit the Road', "The Wardrobe" has a strong sense of humour, but isn't shy about dealing with mature and non-politically correct themes.
Pharaoh + Cleopatra
Immerse yourself in Ancient Egypt from the age of the great pyramids to the final years of the New Kingdom.
Silence
Can you save Silence, the grim, but also serene world between life and death? Can you help Noah find his little sister Renie in this suffering world? Can you bring her home? Explore Silence and join the siblings on their adventurous journey.
Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.4 Himatsubushi
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Princess Maker 2 Refine
Princess Maker 2 Refine is a life simulation game which you play as a father of a girl, who had descended from the star. You have 8 years to raise your daughter from age 10 to 18 – your daughter will grow into her adulthood through various experiences.
Most played cult classic games on Steam
Take a look at the top cult classic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines is a rpg, vampire and cult classic game developed by Troika Games and published by Activision. Released on March 22nd 2007 has received 13,868 reviews of which 13,141 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.2
13,141
727
75
players
2. Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin. Psychonauts is a platformer, comedy and adventure game developed and published by Double Fine Productions. Released on October 11th 2006 has received 17,925 reviews of which 17,040 were positive and 885 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.3
17,040
885
73
players
3. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a 3d platformer, adventure and cult classic game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 23rd 2020 has received 16,681 reviews of which 15,692 were positive and 989 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.2
15,692
989
62
players
4. Umineko When They Cry - Question Arcs
Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art. Umineko When They Cry - Question Arcs is a great soundtrack, visual novel and mystery game developed by 07th Expansion and published by MangaGamer. Released on July 08th 2016 has received 2,281 reviews of which 2,181 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.1
2,181
100
56
players
5. Garfield Kart
Join Garfield and his friends in the funniest fast and fur-ious game! What character do you want to play with? Garfield, Odie, Jon, Nermal... you choose! Take part in no-holds-barred crazy races. Garfield Kart is a cult classic, combat racing and competitive game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on October 16th 2015 has received 14,059 reviews of which 12,325 were positive and 1,734 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.6
12,325
1,734
42
players
6. Pathologic Classic HD
Pathologic Classic HD is the Definitive Edition of the original Cult Classic Psychological First-Person Survival game. In this unforgettable experience, players control one of three unique characters as they try to save a mysterious town from a deadly plague that cannot be stopped. Pathologic Classic HD is a atmospheric, story rich and survival game developed by Ice-Pick Lodge and General Arcade and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on October 29th 2015 has received 4,064 reviews of which 3,565 were positive and 499 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.5
3,565
499
32
players
7. Garfield Kart - Furious Racing
Garfield, the famous lasagna-loving cat is back to take on Jon, Odie and company in a no-holds-barred racing game! Garfield Kart - Furious Racing is a cult classic, racing and great soundtrack game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on November 06th 2019 has received 14,489 reviews of which 12,719 were positive and 1,770 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.6
12,719
1,770
26
players
8. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,745 reviews of which 2,663 were positive and 82 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.3
2,663
82
22
players
9. killer7
Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance. killer7 is a cult classic, surreal and violent game developed by GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC. and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc.. Released on November 15th 2018 has received 3,422 reviews of which 3,139 were positive and 283 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.8
3,139
283
21
players
10. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition
Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition is a strategy, rts and cult classic game developed by Relic Entertainment and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 11th 2015 has received 1,724 reviews of which 1,648 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.1
1,648
76
16
players
Best deals on cult classic games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of cult classic games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted cult classic games.
1. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition
Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition is a strategy, rts and cult classic game developed by Relic Entertainment and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 11th 2015 has received 1,724 reviews of which 1,648 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cult classic category.
9.1
1,648
76
-95%
9.99€
0.56€
2. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,745 reviews of which 2,663 were positive and 82 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in cult classic games.
9.3
2,663
82
-94%
6.89€
0.43€
3. Pathologic Classic HD
Pathologic Classic HD is the Definitive Edition of the original Cult Classic Psychological First-Person Survival game. In this unforgettable experience, players control one of three unique characters as they try to save a mysterious town from a deadly plague that cannot be stopped. Pathologic Classic HD is a atmospheric, story rich and survival game developed by Ice-Pick Lodge and General Arcade and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on October 29th 2015 has received 4,064 reviews of which 3,565 were positive and 499 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cult classic games.
8.5
3,565
499
-94%
12.99€
0.80€
4. Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin. Psychonauts is a platformer, comedy and adventure game developed and published by Double Fine Productions. Released on October 11th 2006 has received 17,925 reviews of which 17,040 were positive and 885 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
9.3
17,040
885
-92%
9.99€
0.86€
5. Garfield Kart
Join Garfield and his friends in the funniest fast and fur-ious game! What character do you want to play with? Garfield, Odie, Jon, Nermal... you choose! Take part in no-holds-barred crazy races. Garfield Kart is a cult classic, combat racing and competitive game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on October 16th 2015 has received 14,059 reviews of which 12,325 were positive and 1,734 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
8.6
12,325
1,734
-92%
4.99€
0.41€
6. Submarine Titans
Submarine Titans is a real-time strategy video game that takes place in the year 2115 after a comet has struck Earth, driving two human factions, the militant White Sharks and the scientific Black Octopi, to establish underwater bases and fight for dominance over the oceans. Submarine Titans is a strategy, simulation and rts game developed by Ellipse Studios and published by Strategy First. Released on March 18th 2020 has received 324 reviews of which 278 were positive and 46 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
8.0
278
46
-92%
4.99€
0.42€
7. SiN: Gold
SiN: Gold has returned! Free update for original owners! SiN: Gold is a action, fps and cult classic game developed by Ritual Entertainment and Nightdive Studios and published by Nightdive Studios. Released on March 18th 2020 has received 415 reviews of which 328 were positive and 87 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
7.4
328
87
-91%
8.19€
0.80€
8. killer7
Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance. killer7 is a cult classic, surreal and violent game developed by GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC. and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc.. Released on November 15th 2018 has received 3,422 reviews of which 3,139 were positive and 283 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
8.8
3,139
283
-85%
19.99€
3.18€
9. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a 3d platformer, adventure and cult classic game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 23rd 2020 has received 16,681 reviews of which 15,692 were positive and 989 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
9.2
15,692
989
-83%
29.99€
5.22€
10. Between Me and The Night
‘Between Me and The Night' is a surrealist action adventure game that walks the thin path between sanity and madness. Take on the role of a young boy and explore and interact with the mysterious house in which he lives. Between Me and The Night is a adventure, retro and point & click game developed by RainDance LX and published by . Released on January 22nd 2016 has received 835 reviews of which 634 were positive and 201 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
7.3
634
201
-81%
4.99€
0.95€
Free cult classic games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play cult classic games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play cult classic games.
1. I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator
Welcome to the most delicious dating simulator ever created. Do you have what it takes to be the business partner of and win the heart of the most famous chicken salesman of all time? Play to find out! Go ahead, Colonel Sanders is waiting. I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator is a dating sim, anime and visual novel game developed by Psyop and published by KFC. Released on September 24th 2019 has received 12,608 reviews of which 11,583 were positive and 1,025 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free cult classic games on Steam.
8.9
11,583
1,025
7
players