Most Played Female Protagonist Games on Steam
Take a look at the top female protagonist games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 30th 2025. Want to explore even more female protagonist titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best female protagonist games.
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1. Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition
Experience the epic Horizon Forbidden West™ in its entirety with bonus content and the Burning Shores expansion included. The Burning Shores add-on contains additional content for Aloy’s adventure, including new storylines, characters, and experiences in a stunning yet hazardous new area. Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition is a game developed and published by . Released on March 21st 2024 has received 22,735 reviews of which 20,325 were positive and 2,410 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played female protagonist game, thanks to its 2,099 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.8
20,325
2,410
2,099
players
2. Split Fiction
Embrace mind-blowing moments as you’re pulled deep into the many worlds of Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure. Split Fiction is a game developed and published by . Released on March 06th 2025 has received 81,558 reviews of which 79,546 were positive and 2,012 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 2,007 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among female protagonist games based on player count.
9.6
79,546
2,012
2,007
players
3. Rise of the Tomb Raider™
Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration includes the base game and Season Pass featuring all-new content. Explore Croft Manor in the new “Blood Ties” story, then defend it against a zombie invasion in “Lara’s Nightmare”. Rise of the Tomb Raider™ is a game developed and published by . Released on February 09th 2016 has received 136,180 reviews of which 128,080 were positive and 8,100 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 910 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among female protagonist games based on player count.
9.3
128,080
8,100
910
players
4. Tomb Raider
Tomb Raider explores the intense origin story of Lara Croft and her ascent from a young woman to a hardened survivor. Tomb Raider is a game developed and published by . Released on March 04th 2013 has received 247,930 reviews of which 238,239 were positive and 9,691 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 898 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
9.5
238,239
9,691
898
players
5. NieR:Automata™
NieR: Automata tells the story of androids 2B, 9S and A2 and their battle to reclaim the machine-driven dystopia overrun by powerful machines. NieR:Automata™ is a game developed and published by . Released on March 17th 2017 has received 140,169 reviews of which 122,027 were positive and 18,142 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 711 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
8.6
122,027
18,142
711
players
6. ZM Desktop Elf
Your Cross-Dimensional Partner! Interact through touch, customize her outfits, and build a unique bond! Design her reactions via the Behavior Editor to craft personalized interactions, deepening your connection as you shape a truly unique companion. Creative Workshop support is now live! ZM Desktop Elf is a game developed and published by . Released on February 13th 2025 has received 1,250 reviews of which 1,081 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 652 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
8.2
1,081
169
652
players
7. 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 game developed and published by . 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 574 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
8.7
24,755
3,272
574
players
8. 嗜血印 Bloody Spell
This is a martial arts action role-playing game. The core of the game is battle-oriented, and it combines many fighting elements. If you are a player who pursues blood and is brave enough to challenge the limits, it will definitely inspire your adrenaline and bring you the best combat experience. 嗜血印 Bloody Spell is a game developed and published by . Released on January 26th 2022 has received 35,117 reviews of which 31,311 were positive and 3,806 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 508 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
8.8
31,311
3,806
508
players
9. 魔法少女ノ魔女裁判
Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution. 魔法少女ノ魔女裁判 is a game developed and published by . Released on July 18th 2025 has received 2,195 reviews of which 2,108 were positive and 87 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 487 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
9.2
2,108
87
487
players
10. Horizon Zero Dawn™ Remastered
Experience the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn™ with stunning new visuals and upgraded features. In a far future where colossal machines roam the Earth, pockets of humanity survive in unique tribes among the lush, overgrown ruins of our long-lost civilization. Horizon Zero Dawn™ Remastered is a game developed and published by . Released on October 31st 2024 has received 3,403 reviews of which 2,760 were positive and 643 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 478 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played female protagonist games.
7.8
2,760
643
478
players
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