Best Futuristic 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 futuristic games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free futuristic games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Pacer
PACER is high-octane anti-gravity racing at its most destructive. Customise your craft and weapons then engage in the campaign, a single-player race or compete against your rivals in explosive online multiplayer for the ultimate combat racing experience.
Transient: Extended Edition
H.P. Lovecraft meets Cyberpunk. Delve deep into a dystopian world and investigate what is happening to you and your friends in a domed city. Solve puzzles, hack systems and plug in to explore other dimensions. Discover a truth that might tear apart your sanity and question your very existence.
Ghostrunner
Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.
Perilous Warp
Perilous Warp is a fast-paced indie retro-shooter inspired by the classic 3D-actions. Communication with a distant space colony has been lost, and you bravely step into the teleporter with the desire for glorious adventures. But do not expect to win in a heartbeat!
G String
Slip into the Standard Issue Biosuit as Myo Hyori, a gifted Korean teenage girl who must face the perils of the future. Survive many hazards, explore a seemingly endless metropolis and beyond as the world around you implodes and history marches towards its inevitable conclusion.
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 Humanity disappeared from the face of the Earth and has been replaced by robots.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 Solitaire Conspiracy
We need your help, Spymaster. Join a world of near-future spies and take on a supervillain in this supercharged take on classic Solitaire. Precision engineered for replayable espionage action.
Interstellar Rift
Interstellar Rift is an open world starship simulator with an emphasis on ship construction and multi-player interaction. Survive in a hostile galaxy with your own custom designed and constructed starship. Invite other players to join your crew or fight them across the galaxy!
Poker Master
Free chips!Including Texas Hold'em, Slots, Blackjack, Teen Patti, Omaha, Baccarat, Roulette and more poker games.
Space Travel Idle
If you ever dreamed of exploring space at a relaxed pace, here's a journey designed for you.
Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
Out of cash, out of luck, out on the fringe. Juno Markev has a killer to tail, a debt to pay, and more trouble headed her way. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw takes place in a greasy, blue-collar world of outlaws, truckers, cops and thieves.
Mythgard
Welcome to Mythgard, a fantasy cyberpunk CCG of heroes, gods, and mythical beasts. Master the unique lane and mana systems in your rise to the top or enjoy team play with a friend. New players can use the code WelcomeChallenger to get 20 free packs and more to start their journey.
Interstate Drifter 1999
Drift between the states, collect bits, beat rivals and get a high score.
Rushdown Revolt
Rushdown Revolt is a platform fighter featuring 12 dazzlingly unique characters and best-in-the-business rollback netcode.
Star Renegades
Star Renegades is a dimension spanning rogue-lite strategy RPG. Outsmart uniquely generated adversaries, forge bonds between heroes and end the cycle!
Sense - 不祥的预感: A Cyberpunk Ghost Story
A 2.5D horror game inspired by Clock Tower and Fatal Frame, mixing cyberpunk with traditional Cantonese folklore. With careful attention to pacing, atmosphere and storytelling, Sense hopes to return the horror genre to its roots by celebrating visceral horror and the slow, fearful creep of dread.
ARMORED HEAD
ARMORED HEAD is a miniature shooter, where all the action takes place in one arena. The main character is a gladiator who fights against his opponents in pursuit of the grand prize.
Beneath a Steel Sky (1994)
After being abducted by brutal soldiers and his kinfolk butchered, Robert Foster finds himself in Union City - a vast metropolis under the tyranny of a fascist AI. Alone, save for the circuit board of his best friend, Foster must discover the sinister truth - and why they specifically came for him.
Beyond a Steel Sky
From multi-award winning Revolution comes ‘Beyond a Steel Sky’, a groundbreaking 3D adventure thriller, set in an AI-driven future. Subvert the world, hack the systems and solve dark conspiracies to uncover the devastating truth.
Vectromirror 0™
Become the Test Subject and attempt to complete a challenging experiment to awaken emotional responses in your Artificial Intelligence. Jump, wall-run, and parkour your way through the free-to-play prequel to the upcoming game.
Starship EVO
Create the Starship of your dreams, explore the vast expanse of the galaxy, land on planets and jump into epic space battles. Experience a truly unique and powerful building engine where your imagination is the limit. Welcome to the next evolution in Space Sandbox gaming!
Titanfall® 2
Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.
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.
Dead Space™ 3
Journey across space to the icy planet of Tau Volantis with Isaac Clarke and Sgt. John Carver to discover and destroy the source of the Necromorph outbreak.Most played futuristic games on Steam
Take a look at the top futuristic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. shapez 2
Dive into a factory-building game with the focus on just that – building huge space factories! Construct sprawling multi-level factories and satisfying production lines without limits. Tackle increasingly complex automation challenges at your own pace – you won’t have to worry about enemies. shapez 2 is a management, strategy and automation game developed by tobspr Games and published by tobspr Games and Gamirror Games. Released on August 15th 2024 has received 10,715 reviews of which 10,522 were positive and 193 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 futuristic game, thanks to its 442 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
10,522
193
442
players
2. 1000xRESIST
1000xRESIST is a thrilling sci-fi adventure. The year is unknown, and a disease spread by an alien invasion keeps you underground. You are Watcher. You dutifully fulfil your purpose in serving the ALLMOTHER, until the day you discover a shocking secret that changes everything. 1000xRESIST is a female protagonist, thriller and futuristic game developed by sunset visitor 斜陽過客 and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on May 09th 2024 has received 3,727 reviews of which 3,608 were positive and 119 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played futuristic games.
9.3
3,608
119
79
players
3. Due Process
A PVP tactical FPS about PLANNING & EXECUTION. Sound strategy and good teamwork are essential for victory because new PROCEDURALLY-GENERATED MAPS are delivered every week. You'll face a new tactical challenge every round. Due Process is a early access, adventure and 3d game developed and published by Giant Enemy Crab. Released on November 03rd 2020 has received 8,130 reviews of which 6,650 were positive and 1,480 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played futuristic games.
8.0
6,650
1,480
61
players
4. Anno 2205™
In Anno 2205™, you join humankind‘s next step into the future with the promise to build a better tomorrow. You conquer Earth, establishing rich, bustling cities and grand industrial complexes, but to secure the prosperity of your people, you must travel into space. Anno 2205™ is a city builder, strategy and simulation game developed by Blue Byte and published by Ubisoft. Released on November 02nd 2015 has received 5,964 reviews of which 4,154 were positive and 1,810 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played futuristic games.
6.8
4,154
1,810
54
players
5. Tanki Online
Tanki Online is the free-to-play MMO-shooter with real-time PvP-battles. Throw yourself into furious tank battles shoulder to shoulder with other living players and master your skills – destroy enemy tanks, customize your futuristic armored vehicle and compete with tankers from all over the world. Tanki Online is a free to play, tanks and futuristic game developed by Alternativa Game Ltd. and published by APL Publishing Ltd.. Released on March 02nd 2017 has received 6,520 reviews of which 4,022 were positive and 2,498 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played futuristic games.
6.1
4,022
2,498
44
players
6. The Invincible
Rethink human’s dominion in The Invincible: a story-driven adventure set in a hard sci-fi world by Stanisław Lem. Discover planet Regis III as scientist Yasna, use atompunk tools looking for a missing crew and face unforeseen threats. Make choices in a philosophical story that’s driven by science. The Invincible is a adventure, robots and futuristic game developed by Starward Industries and published by 11 bit studios. Released on November 06th 2023 has received 6,889 reviews of which 6,100 were positive and 789 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played futuristic games.
8.6
6,100
789
32
players
7. The Entropy Centre
Think in reverse. Outsmart the impossible. A mind-bending first-person adventure where you solve ingenious and complex puzzles by rewinding objects through time. The Entropy Centre is a puzzle, first-person and sci-fi game developed by Stubby Games and published by Playstack. Released on November 03rd 2022 has received 3,538 reviews of which 3,186 were positive and 352 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played futuristic games.
8.7
3,186
352
25
players
8. Distance
Distance is an atmospheric racing platformer. Fusing futuristic arcade racing with parkour, survive a deadly, mysterious, neon-drenched city by jumping, rotating, and flying. Distance is a racing, great soundtrack and futuristic game developed and published by Refract. Released on September 18th 2018 has received 7,144 reviews of which 6,608 were positive and 536 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played futuristic games.
9.0
6,608
536
19
players
9. BallisticNG
BallisticNG is a high speed, all thrills anti-gravity combat racer and open modding environment developed as a tribute to old school classics such as Wipeout, Rollcage and Jet Moto. BallisticNG is a combat racing, futuristic and flight game developed and published by Neognosis. Released on December 14th 2018 has received 3,289 reviews of which 3,093 were positive and 196 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played futuristic games.
9.0
3,093
196
16
players
10. GRIP: Combat Racing
GRIP is a high octane, hardcore combat racer, packing ferocious speed and armed to the teeth with heavy weapons. Inspired by games like Rollcage, Wipeout, Motorstorm and Star Wars Podracer, it's like nothing you've ever played before. GRIP: Combat Racing is a racing, action and indie game developed by Caged Element Inc. and published by Wired Productions. Released on November 06th 2018 has received 4,759 reviews of which 4,040 were positive and 719 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played futuristic games.
8.2
4,040
719
15
players
Best deals on futuristic games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of futuristic 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 futuristic games.
1. The Entropy Centre
Think in reverse. Outsmart the impossible. A mind-bending first-person adventure where you solve ingenious and complex puzzles by rewinding objects through time. The Entropy Centre is a puzzle, first-person and sci-fi game developed by Stubby Games and published by Playstack. Released on November 03rd 2022 has received 3,538 reviews of which 3,186 were positive and 352 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for futuristic category.
8.7
3,186
352
-94%
18.50€
1.11€
2. The Invincible
Rethink human’s dominion in The Invincible: a story-driven adventure set in a hard sci-fi world by Stanisław Lem. Discover planet Regis III as scientist Yasna, use atompunk tools looking for a missing crew and face unforeseen threats. Make choices in a philosophical story that’s driven by science. The Invincible is a adventure, robots and futuristic game developed by Starward Industries and published by 11 bit studios. Released on November 06th 2023 has received 6,889 reviews of which 6,100 were positive and 789 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 91% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in futuristic games.
8.6
6,100
789
-91%
28.67€
2.58€
3. State of Mind
State of Mind is a futuristic thriller game delving into transhumanism. The game explores themes of separation, disjuncture and reunification, in a world that is torn between a dystopian material reality and a utopian virtual future. State of Mind is a sci-fi, story rich and adventure game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on August 15th 2018 has received 2,189 reviews of which 1,715 were positive and 474 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 87% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in futuristic games.
7.6
1,715
474
-87%
19.38€
2.52€
4. Pacer
PACER is high-octane anti-gravity racing at its most destructive. Customise your craft and weapons then engage in the campaign, a single-player race or compete against your rivals in explosive online multiplayer for the ultimate combat racing experience. Pacer is a fast-paced, combat racing and futuristic game developed and published by R8 Games Ltd. Released on October 28th 2020 has received 793 reviews of which 574 were positive and 219 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 79% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for futuristic games.
6.9
574
219
-79%
39.29€
8.25€
5. Cloudpunk
A neon-noir story in a rain-drenched cyberpunk metropolis. It’s your first night on the job working for the Cloudpunk delivery service. Two rules: Don’t miss a delivery and don’t ask what’s in the package. Cloudpunk is a cyberpunk, open world and atmospheric game developed by ION LANDS and published by ION LANDS and Maple Whispering Limited. Released on April 23rd 2020 has received 14,443 reviews of which 12,699 were positive and 1,744 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 78% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for futuristic games.
8.6
12,699
1,744
-78%
19.68€
4.33€
6. Due Process
A PVP tactical FPS about PLANNING & EXECUTION. Sound strategy and good teamwork are essential for victory because new PROCEDURALLY-GENERATED MAPS are delivered every week. You'll face a new tactical challenge every round. Due Process is a early access, adventure and 3d game developed and published by Giant Enemy Crab. Released on November 03rd 2020 has received 8,130 reviews of which 6,650 were positive and 1,480 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 78% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for futuristic games.
8.0
6,650
1,480
-78%
9.68€
2.13€
7. Dry Drowning
Dry Drowning is a psychological investigative visual novel set in a futuristic dystopian city. Follow the story of Mordred Foley, unscrupulous private detective haunted by his dark past, and look into a series of macabre serial killings inspired by Greek mythology. Dry Drowning is a futuristic, adventure and mystery game developed by Studio V and VLG and published by Leonardo Interactive and WhisperGames. Released on August 02nd 2019 has received 487 reviews of which 395 were positive and 92 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a 29% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for futuristic games.
7.6
395
92
-29%
16.87€
11.98€
8. Doki Doki AI Interrogation
A short interrogation game taking full advantage of ChatGPT! You are tasked with interrogating the suspect [AI] of a murder case as an [excellent police officer]. How you choose to interrogate the suspect is up to you. How the AI reacts is rendered in real-time through ChatGPT. Doki Doki AI Interrogation is a artificial intelligence, detective and sci-fi game developed and published by YAMADA. Released on May 24th 2024 has received 438 reviews of which 362 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 25% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for futuristic games.
7.7
362
76
-25%
3.49€
2.61€
Free futuristic games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play futuristic 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 futuristic games.
1. Tanki Online
Tanki Online is the free-to-play MMO-shooter with real-time PvP-battles. Throw yourself into furious tank battles shoulder to shoulder with other living players and master your skills – destroy enemy tanks, customize your futuristic armored vehicle and compete with tankers from all over the world. Tanki Online is a free to play, tanks and futuristic game developed by Alternativa Game Ltd. and published by APL Publishing Ltd.. Released on March 02nd 2017 has received 6,520 reviews of which 4,022 were positive and 2,498 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free futuristic games on Steam.
6.1
4,022
2,498
44
players
2. Capybara: The story of Sisyphus
Capybara: The Story of Sisyphus is a game about a very lazy capybara who wants to take a bath at the top of the mountain. To do this, the capybara must gain speed and cling to the obstacles with a rope with a barrel so as not to fall! Capybara: The story of Sisyphus is a casual, adventure and physics game developed and published by Underdogs. Released on May 14th 2024 has received 372 reviews of which 283 were positive and 89 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free futuristic games on Steam.
7.2
283
89