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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Happy's Humble Burger Barn
Have you ever DREAMED of working at the best burger place ever? Your dream is about to become a reality as you just landed a brand new job at Happy's Humble Burger Barn! Welcome to Happy Humble's Burger Barn, home of the chilled beef burger, can we take your order?
Wrought Flesh
Rip out organs and equip them in your own body. Fight biopunk monsters and drugged-up space bandits. You are a Gajeshian Cultist: A near-mythological being built from the bodies of long-dead saints.
Obama Boss Fight
In the world where all answers were told the great enemies confronted each other. The time has come. Time to defeat Obama once and for all. Will the world be free from racism or you will start a new era? It is up to you. But keep in mind... Obama has no chill.
JUNKPUNK
JUNKPUNK is a factory management, base building, exploration game where a New World Robotics ship has crash landed. You and any survivors must restore this ruined planet and prepare it for habitable life. Craft, build, explore, discover, and grow to terraform the planet.
Bright Memory: Infinite
Bright Memory: Infinite is an all-new lightning-fast fusion of the FPS and action genres, created by FYQD-Studio. Combine a wide variety of skills and abilities to unleash dazzling combo attacks.
Banzai Escape 2: Subterranean
Banzai Escape 2 Subterranean is a Singleplayer or Co-op Cute Anime Third-person Action Modern Warfare Shooter and a sequel based the events of Banzai Escape 2. You as a player, controlling a cute clone sister fighting to clearing up path inside the underground network dungeon.
Terraformers: First Steps on Mars
Terraformers: First Steps on Mars is a free prologue of Terraformers, featuring an exclusive challenge to lead humanity's first attempt at settling the Red Planet.
100 hidden dogs
Hidden object game in the alien setting. Black and white hand-drawn graphics in a cartoon style. A large location and cute dogs.
Variables 2
After two years of precipitation, we re-made this variable sequel after thinking about it! Variable 2 is a unique stand-alone tower defense game. We have enriched the building and elements of tower defense, and the experience in the game can be changed according to your ideas!
Steel Assault
Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.
The Signal State
Set in a post-apocalyptic future, The Signal State puts your logic skills to the test with complex puzzles inspired by modular synthesizers. Repair machines, rebuild an abandoned farm, and be part of a revolution that will change the fate of agriculture once and for all.
Crysis Remastered
The classic first person shooter from Crytek is back with the action-packed gameplay, sandbox world, and thrilling epic battles you loved the first time around – now with remastered graphics optimized for a new generation of hardware.
MECHANICA: A Ballad of the Rabbit and Mercury
5029 AD, "Guillotine", the Japanese territory on Mercury, a city full of neon signs and drunks. You will explore the beautiful cyberpunk-style 2D world, play music to the residents of Mercury to gather intelligence, and finally achieve the goal of saving the world.
METALLIC CHILD
“Grab, hurl, and eliminate” Rogue-lite Core-Action!! A large-scale rebellion erupts within the spacecraft “Life Stream.” With the help of you, Rona, an android known as “Metallic Child,” stands up against a fleet of massive robots to stop the plot devised by her own creator, Doctor Irene.
Bot Wars
Bot Wars is an action RTS about managing a squad of kill-bots and their bases as you work to take over all the capture points across the map. Featuring corporate kill bot armies, ranging from a firearms and beverage manufacturer to a lovecraftian burger cult.
Rail of Möbius
It is an adventure game with multiple endings. An original script written by a well-known light novelist with a total of 400,000 words. With reasoning, suspense, love, and science fiction elements, it allows players to embark on a highly immersive journey of salvation on the submarine train.
PARQUET
In the near future, a technology called Brain-Machine Interface connects the brain and machines. This technology brings about a new paradigm and opens the gates to the digitization of human memory itself. From these new discoveries, "he" is born.
Dust to the End
Nuclear war ended human civilization, but it could never uproot the evil within our hearts. Fight, trade, negotiate, raid– do whatever it takes to survive in the wasteland. You will have to be as clever as ruthless to thrive in a broken world, torn by war, cruelty, hunger and slavery.
Carrier Command 2
Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!
The Ascent
The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?
Blaster Master Zero 3
The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone
Clone Drone in the Danger Zone is a robot voxel slice-em-up where any part of your body can be sliced off. With your mind downloaded into a robot gladiator, you must survive the sinister trials of the arena.
Song of Farca
Hack into crime scenes, look for evidence, analyze data, interrogate criminals, track suspects and deal with the consequences of your decisions. This is a dark and brutal detective story with a Black Mirror-esque atmosphere of digital dominance and the narrative structure of a US crime procedural.
SCARLET NEXUS
Choose between Yuito and Kasane, elite psionics each armed with a talent in psychokinesis and their own reason to fight. Complete both of their stories to unlock all the mysteries of a Brain Punk future caught between technology and psychic abilities.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