Best Drama 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 drama games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free drama games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Immortal Life
Embark on a magical journey in this captivating life simulation game. Escape to a welcoming valley, farm with spells, and master skills like fishing, crafting, and cooking. Engage in epic battles, strengthen the bonds with your companions, and build your dream home to achieve Immortal Life!
WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT
A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.
FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS
Relive the most memorable moments from FFVII and experience the journey of a young hero Sephiroth in FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS.
A guard walks into a tavern
You are a guard whose job is to post bounties. Try your best to deal with various matters and make money to raise your family. But remember, when various factions come to you, you will have to make choices!
Paper Bride 5 Two Lifetimes
"Paper Bride 5 Two Lifetimes" is the 5th work in the "Paper Bride' series. Our cast from Zangling Village return to the stage to welcome players back to the world of paper bride...
TEVI
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
THE MULLER-POWELL PRINCIPLE
Welcome to a breathtaking storyline full of portals, solving puzzles with an energy-absorbing weapon, and other adventures in a sci-fi atmosphere! Can you travel through parallel dimensions and uncover the secrets of your past?
The Expanse: A Telltale Series
Take on the role of Camina Drummer and explore the dangerous, uncharted edges of the Belt. From scavenging wrecked ships in a zero-g environment, to combating fearsome pirates, you make the difficult choices in this latest Telltale adventure. All five episodes playable at launch!
Hira Hira Hihiru
"Hira Hira Hihiru" is a visual novel set in a fictional Taishō Era. It tells the story of its two protagonists' struggle against Aerodema, a terrifying disease which brings the dead back to life.
Hero's Adventure: Road to Passion
Hero's Adventure:Road to Passion is a wuxia open-world RPG. You will commence your journey as an underdog in the tumultuous Martial World and will be met with a wide array of choices as you navigate your own heroic saga.
Life Makeover
Explore Life Makeover: Unleash your style, dye outfits, and design freely. Dive into unlimited dress-up, build your dream home - all for free.
Strike Force Heroes
Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.
High School Odyssey
A campus simulation game full of tons of surprising interactive gameplay elements along the way.
UsoNatsu ~The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie~
This is a story about finding love to overwrite the feelings for the one they held dearest. A girls love visual novel about summer, love and adolescence.
Back to the Dawn
You were framed and incarcerated. Learn to survive in prison. Explore every inch and exploit any weakness. Manipulate and scheme. Make friends (or foes) with fellow inmates and with their help, break out of prison.
This Bed We Made
This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links guests together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder!
Fantasy of Caocao 2
The most enjoyable Chinese-style Roguelike card game! Play as Cao Cao and conquer the Central, Japanese, and Western waifu with your allies, save the world!
METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is the origin story of Naked Snake and his mentor The Boss and the fifth title in the METAL GEAR series.
METAL GEAR SOLID - Master Collection Version
The first 3D title in the METAL GEAR series pioneering a new level of stealth action with live action footage, cinematic cut scenes, and innovative gameplay.
METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version
The fourth game in the METAL GEAR series: set over two incidents in 2007 and 2009, featuring Solid Snake and Raiden, introducing new stealth gameplay features.
METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake
The first and second title in the METAL GEAR series that established the stealth action genre, as well as the basic mechanics of the series.
Black Lily's Tale
Perhaps it was the curse of a black lily that bloomed too early in the winter...Before graduation, a girl falls in love with another girl... But her pure feelings are torn apart by a "loop of tragedy."By [interrupting choices] and [typing in words], you will weave her feelings into the story.Most played drama games on Steam
Take a look at the top drama games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. ASTLIBRA Revision
Confront time and fate in the 2D action RPG, Astlibra Revision. Explore meticulously crafted worlds, fight brutal boss battles, and upgrade your skills to take down enemies lurking around every corner. ASTLIBRA Revision is a action rpg, 2d and side scroller game developed by KEIZO and published by WhisperGames. Released on October 13th 2022 has received 26,491 reviews of which 25,348 were positive and 1,143 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played drama game, thanks to its 107 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.4
25,348
1,143
107
players
2. CLANNAD
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date. CLANNAD is a visual novel, anime and story rich game developed by VisualArts/Key and published by Sekai Project. Released on November 23rd 2015 has received 9,594 reviews of which 9,448 were positive and 146 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played drama games.
9.5
9,448
146
41
players
3. The Rewinder
The Rewinder is an adventure puzzle game based on Chinese mythology. You play as Yun, the last known Rewinder, who can communicate with spirits and explore other people's memories to alter the past. The Rewinder is a adventure, mystery and pixel graphics game developed by MistyMountainStudio and published by Gamirror Games. Released on September 09th 2021 has received 6,835 reviews of which 6,587 were positive and 248 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played drama games.
9.3
6,587
248
26
players
4. Shiina Taki's Decameron
Shiina Taki's Decameron is a doujin interactive fiction based on anime「BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!!」. The story concentrates on Shiina Taki, the drummer and song writer of MyGO!!!!! and her fight against fate till the last breath. Shiina Taki's Decameron is a anime, interactive fiction and drama game developed and published by 面影桥花见同好会. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 4,938 reviews of which 4,917 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played drama games.
9.6
4,917
21
10
players
5. Tiny Snow
On the snowy mountain, in the wooden hut, we are tied together by the world. She and "I" can only love each other, we cannot be separated. Is this free affection, or manipulated love? A short visual novel with multiple endings, "Tiny Snow", a story with two girls, and you who know what love is. Tiny Snow is a visual novel, indie and casual game developed by #workshop and published by NVLMaker. Released on February 27th 2019 has received 4,110 reviews of which 3,887 were positive and 223 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played drama games.
9.1
3,887
223
9
players
6. Threefold Recital
Threefold Recital is set in an oriental fantasy world where the metropolis of Bluescales faces turmoil after a long golden age. The mix of magic, modern, and ancient technologies challenges governance, while tensions between humans, beastlings, and dragons grow. In the shadows, a crisis looms... Threefold Recital is a drama, mystery and visual novel game developed by Everscape Games and published by indienova. Released on January 13th 2025 has received 2,904 reviews of which 2,876 were positive and 28 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played drama games.
9.5
2,876
28
6
players
7. 神树残响（Echoes of the Divine Tree）
"Fight with faith!" This is a traditional-style yuri-themed card RPG. Build your deck, unearth relics, forge equipment, strive to become stronger, defeat various oddities, and change the fate of the divine tree's offspring, Hecate. 神树残响（Echoes of the Divine Tree） is a rpg, female protagonist and card game game developed by Seventeen horns and published by Seventeen horns and 糕薯科技. Released on March 20th 2025 has received 301 reviews of which 285 were positive and 16 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played drama games.
8.7
285
16
5
players
8. Firework
An accidental fire at a funeral forces the police to re-investigate a closed case of massacre. Lin Lixun participates the re-investigation by chances. As the investigation goes deeper, the past of the victims gradually emerges. However, the case becomes more bewildering. Firework is a horror, indie and puzzle game developed by Shiying Studio and published by Gamera Games. Released on February 03rd 2021 has received 41,380 reviews of which 40,508 were positive and 872 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played drama games.
9.6
40,508
872
4
players
9. Three Kingdoms Zhao Yun
At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth. Three Kingdoms Zhao Yun is a action rpg, drama and hack and slash game developed by ZUIJIANGYUE Game and published by Merlion Games and ETime Studio. Released on January 17th 2024 has received 4,109 reviews of which 2,730 were positive and 1,379 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played drama games.
6.5
2,730
1,379
4
players
10. 梦魇：无归 Nightmare without return
This is a journey without return When you wake up... In the strange space, the bronze gate that eats people, the strange rules of the game, and the ever-changing nightmare world appear in front of you Everything starts from here 梦魇：无归 Nightmare without return is a rpg, adventure and singleplayer game developed and published by 青衣工作室. Released on September 30th 2022 has received 608 reviews of which 582 were positive and 26 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played drama games.
8.9
582
26
3
players
Best deals on drama games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of drama 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 drama games.
1. Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo
Can you trust your own mind? Immerse yourself in a psychological thriller of a new kind, playing with the limits between reality and fantasy. Freely inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s universe. Alfred Hitchcock - Vertigo is a adventure, thriller and interactive fiction game developed by Pendulo Studios and published by Microids. Released on December 16th 2021 has received 792 reviews of which 651 were positive and 141 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 87% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for drama category.
7.8
651
141
-87%
19.77€
2.57€
2. 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 1,350 reviews of which 1,139 were positive and 211 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 81% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in drama games.
8.0
1,139
211
-81%
13.32€
2.53€
3. CLANNAD
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date. CLANNAD is a visual novel, anime and story rich game developed by VisualArts/Key and published by Sekai Project. Released on November 23rd 2015 has received 9,594 reviews of which 9,448 were positive and 146 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 60% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in drama games.
9.5
9,448
146
-60%
43.99€
17.59€
4. The Rewinder
The Rewinder is an adventure puzzle game based on Chinese mythology. You play as Yun, the last known Rewinder, who can communicate with spirits and explore other people's memories to alter the past. The Rewinder is a adventure, mystery and pixel graphics game developed by MistyMountainStudio and published by Gamirror Games. Released on September 09th 2021 has received 6,835 reviews of which 6,587 were positive and 248 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for drama games.
9.3
6,587
248
-60%
12.49€
4.99€
5. The Bridge Curse Road to Salvation
Fear, anxiety, and laughter are the symbol of youth. Experience the true paranormal haunting with your friends from the first-person perspective and stay alive. The Bridge Curse Road to Salvation is an adaptation of a horror film, includes Taiwanese urban legend and an intriguing backstory. The Bridge Curse Road to Salvation is a horror, first-person and puzzle game developed by SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT and published by SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT and Gamera Games. Released on August 24th 2022 has received 3,032 reviews of which 2,745 were positive and 287 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 57% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for drama games.
8.7
2,745
287
-57%
16.70€
7.18€
6. Home and Dungeon
Embark on an adventure in a fantasy world where you can collect items, build towns, and live the slow life of your dreams - these are the main features of this RPG game! Beyond the standard RPG gameplay, there are various other elements to enjoy. Home and Dungeon is a anime, jrpg and drama game developed by Manufacture and published by OTAKU Plan. Released on October 02nd 2020 has received 324 reviews of which 285 were positive and 39 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for drama games.
8.1
285
39
-50%
13.99€
6.99€
7. Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath
ZERO 2 is an ARPG with intriguing storytelling, an unpredictable battle system, and endless heartfelt adventure. The story includes multiple subtle metaphors for the relationship between God and humans. Heroine Anthem Zero 2 : Scalescars Oath is a female protagonist, rpg and 2d game developed by WindThunder Studio and published by Skywalker HK. Released on February 22nd 2022 has received 757 reviews of which 624 were positive and 133 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for drama games.
7.8
624
133
-50%
18.99€
9.49€
8. Room of Depression
"Same encounter, different world." Moon is a young woman who lives an ordinary city life as an office worker. However, because she suffers from depression, she reacts and deals with things in a way that is very different from regular city folk. Room of Depression is a adventure, casual and emotional game developed by FirePillar2 and published by FirePillar2 and IndieArk. Released on May 03rd 2023 has received 497 reviews of which 370 were positive and 127 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for drama games.
7.1
370
127
-50%
5.89€
2.94€
9. Three Kingdoms Zhao Yun
At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the heroes were fighting for hegemony, and the flames were everywhere. In the game, players played the role of Zhao Yun, a well-known general of the Three Kingdoms, and interpreted the story of his youth. Three Kingdoms Zhao Yun is a action rpg, drama and hack and slash game developed by ZUIJIANGYUE Game and published by Merlion Games and ETime Studio. Released on January 17th 2024 has received 4,109 reviews of which 2,730 were positive and 1,379 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for drama games.
6.5
2,730
1,379
-50%
19.50€
9.75€
10. Fatermyth
"Fatermyth" is an RPG game that combines tabletop role-playing and adventure. The storylines of seven characters from different eras intertwine, depicting an epic of human heroes. The strategic battles with dice + skills add more challenges to the adventure. Fatermyth is a adventure, story rich and rpg game developed by KDream and published by Merlion Games and ETime Studio. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 491 reviews of which 413 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a 45% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for drama games.
7.9
413
78
-45%
9.75€
5.36€
Free drama games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play drama 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 drama games.
1. Shiina Taki's Decameron
Shiina Taki's Decameron is a doujin interactive fiction based on anime「BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!!」. The story concentrates on Shiina Taki, the drummer and song writer of MyGO!!!!! and her fight against fate till the last breath. Shiina Taki's Decameron is a anime, interactive fiction and drama game developed and published by 面影桥花见同好会. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 4,938 reviews of which 4,917 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free drama games on Steam.
9.6
4,917
21
10
players
2. Byakuya Museum
“I should have...died...”Opened eyes again, he found himself in a bustling museum!Players need to take on the role of a raven specimen boy "Gregorio" to explore the Byakuya Museum. Your mission is to plumb the secrets of Time Town, uncover your own past, and escape from the museum. Byakuya Museum is a jrpg, rpgmaker and horror game developed and published by 墨染_Aifeimo. Released on May 26th 2023 has received 580 reviews of which 551 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free drama games on Steam.
8.8
551
29
3
players
3. Psycholonials
While in communication with supernatural forces, two influencers launch a daring new social media brand. Psycholonials is a visual novel, dark and dark humor game developed by Andrew Hussie and published by None. Released on February 03rd 2021 has received 936 reviews of which 836 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free drama games on Steam.
8.4
836
100
3
players
4. BLACK BOX LSS - The Shining Immortal
Immerse yourself in a pixel-art visual novel that blends thrilling crime, romantic comedy, and the pursuit of love. This game depicts the story of a new employee pursuing his female boss. BLACK BOX LSS - The Shining Immortal is a visual novel, rpg and drama game developed and published by Fif. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 1,684 reviews of which 1,666 were positive and 18 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free drama games on Steam.
9.4
1,666
18
2
players
5. 局外人 L'Etranger
A unique visual novel about the high school experiences in alternate-history East Asia. 局外人 L'Etranger is a indie, visual novel and multiple endings game developed and published by Class-2. Released on July 17th 2019 has received 402 reviews of which 334 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free drama games on Steam.
7.8
334
68