Best Gore 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 gore games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free gore games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Tokyo Dark Legend tells of a door deep below Tokyo's sewers. All who enter are lost forever. Detective Ito's partner is missing. Explore Tokyo & uncover the darkness that lays beneath the streets in this Point & Click - meets Visual Novel - narrative adventure that questions the very core of Ito's sanity.

Price 17.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 07 Sep 2017
A Robot Named Fight! A Robot Named Fight is a Metroidvania roguelike focused on exploration and item collection. Explore a different, procedurally-generated labyrinth each time you play and discover randomized power-ups to traverse obstacles, find secrets and explode meat beasts.

Price -65% 4.51€
Rating 8.3
Release 07 Sep 2017
Wonderful Everyday Down the Rabbit-Hole Wonderful Everyday is a visual novel with multiple routes which develops a story based on a few concepts: "the sky and the world", "the beginning and the end", "literature and science", "savior and hero", "brother and sister".

Price 27.99€
Rating 8.9
Release 30 Aug 2017
Yet Another Zombie Defense HD Top-down zombie shooter with tower defense elements featuring up to 4 players local and online co-op. Build your base by day, defend it by night, put your skills to the test to stay alive as long as possible! Darkness is coming. How long can YOU survive?

Price -90% 0.43€
Rating 8.1
Release 25 Aug 2017
Mothlight In a world corrupted by Eldritch abominations, Enzo must climb out of the hellish depths of the universe. From the Black Sea to the Planes of Neethan, it is your job to make your pilgrimage back to the Worlds above. In the black hell of this world, only Moths and demons await you.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.7
Release 25 Aug 2017
Raging Loop The feast has begun, can you escape the village alive?

Price 29.99€
Rating 9.3
Release 23 Aug 2017
Darkwood Darkwood - a new perspective on survival horror. Scavenge and explore a rich, ever-changing free-roam world by day, then hunker down in your hideout and pray for the morning light.

Price -57% 6.41€
Rating 9.3
Release 17 Aug 2017
Hard Time The toughest prison sim in the yard has been locked back up to serve another sentence in 2D!

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 16 Aug 2017
Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul AVAILABLE TO PLAY IN NON-VR (KEYBOARD/MOUSE AND CONTROLLER) VR HEADSET NO LONGER REQUIRED.“PARANORMAL ACTIVITY: THE LOST SOUL” immerses you in a terrifying realistic environment with haunting atmosphere, and the need to survive.

Price -32% 13.36€
Rating 6.8
Release 15 Aug 2017
Nidhogg 2 The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.

Price 14.79€
Rating 7.8
Release 15 Aug 2017
Batman: The Enemy Within - The Telltale Series In this latest chapter from the award-winning studio behind Batman - The Telltale Series, both Bruce Wayne and Batman will be forced into precarious new roles. The Riddler has returned to terrorize Gotham City, but his gruesome puzzles merely foreshadow an even greater crisis.

Price -97% 0.55€
Rating 8.9
Release 08 Aug 2017
Operation Warcade VR Relive the experience of playing the classic war arcade in a totally amazing way, thanks to virtual reality and the innovative immersion system that will make it possible for you to travel inside the video game.

Price -96% 0.85€
Rating 8.7
Release 04 Aug 2017
Redeemer: Enhanced Edition REDEEMER is a intense Brawler where you will punch, hack and blast your way through enemies using fists, hammers, fire arms and even the environment.

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 01 Aug 2017
Immortal Planet Immortal Planet is an action RPG with challenging combat that rewards patience and punishes recklessness. Explore the crumbling remains of a society of immortals trapped in endless cycles of rebirth. Fight your way to discover the planet's mystery and escape its curse.

Price -97% 0.48€
Rating 6.1
Release 27 Jul 2017
The Letter - Horror Visual Novel When seven people fall prey to a vicious curse, they will discover that horror rests not from the shadows lurking about, but within themselves. To what ends will one go in order to survive?

Price -97% 0.76€
Rating 8.2
Release 24 Jul 2017
Wrestling Revolution 3D The original 3D wrestling sim takes you either side of the curtain in one epic shared universe - where you can either take shots in the ring as a wrestler or call the shots backstage as a booker!

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 20 Jul 2017
This Strange Realm Of Mine This Strange Realm Of Mine is a First Person Shooter mixed with poetry and psychological horror. Graphic style is 3D mixed with pixel art.

Price 9.75€
Rating 7.8
Release 19 Jul 2017
Fly Simulator You work as a waiter and lead an uphill battle for their clients. You pushing back the flies from the food, otherwise you'll never get anything. Maybe you are a hungry insect trying to increase their population? Choose the opposing side. The war is already underway.

Price 2.99€
Rating 6.4
Release 16 Jul 2017
Serial Cleaner Slip on your flares, grab your shades and hop in your station wagon, it's time to work… as a professional mob cleaner. In this stylish award winning 2D action-stealth game you have to make sure you get in, clean up and get out without leaving a trace - Queue the funky 70s inspired soundtrack!

Price -98% 0.43€
Rating 8.3
Release 14 Jul 2017
Masked Forces: Zombie Survival What will you do when the zombie apocalypse comes, are you ready to tackle it right now and stay face to face with all the horrors that will appear?

Price 0.99€
Rating 6.8
Release 14 Jul 2017
Zooicide Zooicide is a casual team-based multiplayer game featuring animals fighting against humans within a playfully dangerous environment, the zoo.

Price 4.99€
Rating 6.4
Release 30 Jun 2017
Swords and Sandals 2 Redux The world's favourite gladiator game has returned, bigger and more action packed than ever. Swords and Sandals 2: Emperor's Reign, remastered with all new graphics, music and powerful new skills and awesome Arena Champions Pharoah King, John the Butcher and Ultra Flavlus

Price 8.79€
Rating 7.4
Release 29 Jun 2017
Serious Sam's Bogus Detour Serious Sam’s Bogus Detour is an all-new action-adventure in the legendary Serious Sam saga from Hammerwatch developer Crackshell.

Price -94% 0.67€
Rating 7.6
Release 20 Jun 2017
Kindergarten Welcome to Kindergarten! Have fun trying to learn and share...and not die. That's important too. In a school that's just not quite right, it's important to be friendly...and take out those that aren't.

Price 4.99€
Rating 9.4
Release 15 Jun 2017

Most played gore games on Steam

Take a look at the top gore games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 18th 2025.

1. People Playground

Shoot, stab, burn, poison, tear, vaporise, or crush ragdolls in a large open space. People Playground is a sandbox, gore and physics game developed by mestiez and published by Studio Minus. Released on July 23rd 2019 has received 281,763 reviews of which 277,746 were positive and 4,017 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played gore game, thanks to its 4,240 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.8
277,746
4,017

4,240
players

2. Resident Evil 7 Biohazard

Fear and isolation seep through the walls of an abandoned southern farmhouse. "7" marks a new beginning for survival horror with the “Isolated View” of the visceral new first-person perspective. Resident Evil 7 Biohazard is a horror, survival horror and first-person game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 23rd 2017 has received 97,846 reviews of which 93,214 were positive and 4,632 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 2,639 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among gore games based on player count.
9.4
93,214
4,632

2,639
players

3. Killing Floor 2

In KILLING FLOOR 2, players descend into continental Europe after it has been overrun by horrific, murderous clones called Zeds that were created by rogue elements of the Horzine Corporation. 6-player Co-Op & 12-player VS Zed-slaughtering mayhem. Killing Floor 2 is a zombies, multiplayer and online co-op game developed and published by Tripwire Interactive. Released on November 18th 2016 has received 126,866 reviews of which 111,325 were positive and 15,541 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. While seeing 2,144 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among gore games based on player count.
8.7
111,325
15,541

2,144
players

4. DOOM Eternal

Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you. DOOM Eternal is a fps, action and gore game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 206,026 reviews of which 187,807 were positive and 18,219 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 1,454 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played gore games.
9.0
187,807
18,219

1,454
players

5. DOOM

Now includes all three premium DLC packs (Unto the Evil, Hell Followed, and Bloodfall), maps, modes, and weapons, as well as all feature updates including Arcade Mode, Photo Mode, and the latest Update 6.66, which brings further multiplayer improvements as well as revamps multiplayer progression. DOOM is a fps, gore and action game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on May 12th 2016 has received 207,279 reviews of which 198,001 were positive and 9,278 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 1,142 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played gore games.
9.4
198,001
9,278

1,142
players

6. Mortal Kombat 1

Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities! Mortal Kombat 1 is a fighting, action and gore game developed by NetherRealm Studios and QLOC and published by Warner Bros. Games. Released on September 19th 2023 has received 37,125 reviews of which 25,879 were positive and 11,246 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. With 1,028 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played gore games.
6.9
25,879
11,246

1,028
players

7. Crime Scene Cleaner

Once you get tangled with the mob, you will forever be a part of the mob. At least they pay a decent salary and all you have to do is clean up after their dirty work, but you know what you’re doing. So clean crime scenes, earn as much money as you can, and get ready for the next mission. Crime Scene Cleaner is a simulation, crime and gore game developed by President Studio and published by President Studio and PlayWay S.A.. Released on August 14th 2024 has received 22,018 reviews of which 21,567 were positive and 451 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 929 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played gore games.
9.6
21,567
451

929
players

8. Mortal Kombat 11

Mortal Kombat is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise. Mortal Kombat 11 is a fighting, gore and violent game developed by NetherRealm Studios, QLOC and Shiver and published by Warner Bros. Games and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. Released on April 23rd 2019 has received 106,281 reviews of which 93,635 were positive and 12,646 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 827 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played gore games.
8.7
93,635
12,646

827
players

9. MORDHAU

MORDHAU is a multiplayer medieval slasher. Create your mercenary and fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more. MORDHAU is a medieval, multiplayer and first-person game developed and published by Triternion. Released on April 29th 2019 has received 112,200 reviews of which 90,102 were positive and 22,098 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 639 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played gore games.
7.9
90,102
22,098

639
players

10. Blade and Sorcery

Blade & Sorcery is a built-for-VR medieval fantasy with full physics driven melee, ranged and magic combat. Become a powerful warrior, ranger or sorcerer and devastate your enemies. Blade and Sorcery is a vr, swordplay and moddable game developed and published by WarpFrog. Released on June 17th 2024 has received 57,485 reviews of which 55,566 were positive and 1,919 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 602 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played gore games.
9.5
55,566
1,919

602
players

Best deals on gore games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of gore games available on Steam right now, updated on June 18th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted gore games.

1. Prodeus

Prodeus is a first-person shooter of old, re-imagined using modern rendering techniques and technology. Experience the quality you’d expect from a modern AAA game, designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that invoke the tech-imposed limits of older hardware. Prodeus is a boomer shooter, fps and retro game developed by Bounding Box Software Inc. and published by Humble Games. Released on September 23rd 2022 has received 7,556 reviews of which 7,021 were positive and 535 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for gore category.
9
7,021
535

-99% 24.99€ 0.48€

2. Viscera Cleanup Detail: Shadow Warrior

After the battle is over, someone has to cleanup the mess! Introducing Viscera Cleanup Detail: Shadow Warrior from RuneStorm, a unique crossover mini-game that combines the worlds of Viscera Cleanup Detail and Shadow Warrior. Viscera Cleanup Detail: Shadow Warrior is a simulation, gore and first-person game developed by RuneStorm and published by Devolver Digital. Released on October 11th 2013 has received 4,434 reviews of which 3,572 were positive and 862 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in gore games.
7.8
3,572
862

-99% 305.00€ 3.05€

3. Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse

Be the Zombie. Kick A** and Take Brains. Stubbs the Zombie in Rebel Without a Pulse is a zombies, funny and villain protagonist game developed and published by Aspyr. Released on March 16th 2021 has received 2,286 reviews of which 1,987 were positive and 299 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in gore games.
8.3
1,987
299

-98% 19.50€ 0.56€

4. Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope

Serious Sam is back! And this time it's REAL! Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope is a vr, action and gore game developed by Croteam VR and published by Devolver Digital and Croteam. Released on September 20th 2017 has received 1,395 reviews of which 1,180 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for gore games.
8.1
1,180
215

-98% 28.99€ 0.58€

5. Maid of Sker

Maid of Sker is a first-person survival horror, set in a remote hotel with a gory and macabre history from Welsh folklore. Brave the nightmares of the Quiet Ones. Do not panic…don’t even breathe! Maid of Sker is a horror, adventure and action game developed and published by Wales Interactive. Released on July 28th 2020 has received 2,218 reviews of which 1,754 were positive and 464 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for gore games.
7.6
1,754
464

-98% 24.99€ 0.52€

6. GARAGE: Bad Trip

Drug dealer Butch slays hordes of living dead to save a girl. Garage is a bloody topdown shooter inspired by VHS era B-movies. GARAGE: Bad Trip is a gore, action and violent game developed by Zombie Dynamics and published by tinyBuild. Released on July 06th 2018 has received 775 reviews of which 513 were positive and 262 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for gore games.
6.4
513
262

-98% 14.79€ 0.39€

7. Outlast 2

Outlast 2 introduces you to Sullivan Knoth and his followers, who left our wicked world behind to give birth to Temple Gate, a town, deep in the wilderness and hidden from civilization. Knoth and his flock are preparing for the tribulations of the end of times and you’re right in the thick of it. Outlast 2 is a horror, psychological horror and survival horror game developed and published by Red Barrels. Released on April 24th 2017 has received 55,500 reviews of which 50,676 were positive and 4,824 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for gore games.
9.0
50,676
4,824

-97% 19.50€ 0.62€

8. The Darkness II

An intense first person shooter that delivers a twisted and gripping narrative of tragedy, modern crime drama, and supernatural horror. The Darkness II is a fps, action and gore game developed by Digital Extremes and published by 2K. Released on February 09th 2012 has received 19,772 reviews of which 18,121 were positive and 1,651 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for gore games.
9.0
18,121
1,651

-97% 29.99€ 1.07€

9. Killing Floor 2

In KILLING FLOOR 2, players descend into continental Europe after it has been overrun by horrific, murderous clones called Zeds that were created by rogue elements of the Horzine Corporation. 6-player Co-Op & 12-player VS Zed-slaughtering mayhem. Killing Floor 2 is a zombies, multiplayer and online co-op game developed and published by Tripwire Interactive. Released on November 18th 2016 has received 126,866 reviews of which 111,325 were positive and 15,541 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for gore games.
8.7
111,325
15,541

-97% 27.99€ 0.87€

10. Shadow Warrior 2

Shadow Warrior 2 is the stunning evolution of Flying Wild Hog’s offbeat first-person shooter starring the brash warrior Lo Wang, who must again wield a devastating combination of guns, blades, magic and wit to strike down the demonic legions overwhelming the world. Shadow Warrior 2 is a action, gore and looter shooter game developed by Flying Wild Hog and published by Devolver Digital. Released on October 13th 2016 has received 27,230 reviews of which 23,758 were positive and 3,472 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for gore games.
8.6
23,758
3,472

-97% 28.99€ 1.11€

Free gore games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play gore games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 18th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play gore games.

1. LET IT DIE

It's finally here! The survival action game that pits the strong against the weak is finally on PC! Experience all the heart-thumping action with a silky-smooth frame rate and ultra high resolution. How you make the best of the weapons, armor, and items at your disposal will determine your fate in the ever-changing "Tower of Barbs! LET IT DIE is a free to play, action and souls-like game developed by GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC., SUPERTRICK GAMES and Inc. and published by GungHo Online Entertainment America and Inc.. Released on September 26th 2018 has received 5,891 reviews of which 4,404 were positive and 1,487 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 119 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free gore games on Steam.
7.3
4,404
1,487

119
players

2. We Become What We Behold [Fan-Made Port]

a game about news cycles, vicious cycles, infinite cycles We Become What We Behold [Fan-Made Port] is a free to play, violent and gore game developed by Mismatch Studio and Nicky Case (Originally) and published by Mismatch Studio. Released on July 09th 2019 has received 5,882 reviews of which 5,659 were positive and 223 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
9.3
5,659
223

18
players

3. Requiem: Desiderium Mortis

Requiem: Desiderium Mortis is a Free-to-Play MMORPG set in a dark distant world where an event known as the "Thanatos Incident" rendered the world almost unlivable. Create your own biological weapon known as a Temperion and experience the horrors that grip Ethergia. Requiem: Desiderium Mortis is a free to play, massively multiplayer and rpg game developed and published by Gravity Interactive and Inc.. Released on March 04th 2015 has received 903 reviews of which 610 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
6.5
610
293

14
players

4. Gladio and Glory

Goofy Ragdolls and Physics Simulated duels that will challenge your tactics. Customise & Upgrade your Gladiator, dismember opponents in the arena and climb the Leaderboard. All for free! Gladio and Glory is a early access, pvp and gore game developed and published by Adi Zhavo. Released on March 16th 2021 has received 4,009 reviews of which 3,641 were positive and 368 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
8.8
3,641
368

8
players

5. RED HOT VENGEANCE

He had one rule: No killing women or children. When a hitman is double-crossed by his employer, he brings forth a night of carnage and bloodshed. RED HOT VENGEANCE is a free to play, violent and gore game developed and published by Bros Before Giraffes. Released on July 11th 2019 has received 3,428 reviews of which 3,291 were positive and 137 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
9.2
3,291
137

7
players

6. Pinball M

Get ready to tilt into terror. The new horror-inspired pinball platform for fearless players. Prove your skills on the most sinister, gory, and badass tables ever brought to life. Pinball M is a pinball, horror and simulation game developed and published by Zen Studios. Released on November 30th 2023 has received 817 reviews of which 659 were positive and 158 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
7.7
659
158

5
players

7. Frenzy Retribution

This hardcore hard style with high penalty and high reward requires players to deeply understand the complete motion system and various values, weapon activity, counterattack, enemy fury and execution, etc., with the uninterrupted fast-paced attack and defense of the enemy and the enemy, let the player experience Stimulating battle. Frenzy Retribution is a free to play, action and rpg game developed by FrenzyZoneGameworkshop, 響雨互動娛樂 and HowlingRain and published by 響雨互動娛樂 and HowlingRain. Released on November 08th 2019 has received 1,395 reviews of which 1,066 were positive and 329 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
7.3
1,066
329

2
players

8. Hellbound: Survival Mode

FULL GAME NOW AVAILABLE. GO GET IT! This is the Free Survival Mode for Hellbound: a '90s style First Person Shooter, made 30 years later… but just a glimpse of the full game, go check it out! Hellbound: Survival Mode is a free to play, action and gore game developed and published by Saibot Studios. Released on November 22nd 2019 has received 1,923 reviews of which 1,681 were positive and 242 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
8.4
1,681
242

1
players

9. Armajet

Unique 2.5D multiplayer jetpack combat that unites players around the world in competition. Cross-platform so you can access your progress and play on the go with your mobile device of choice. Updated frequently with new content and features, with good developer responsiveness! Armajet is a action, free to play and violent game developed and published by Super Bit Machine. Released on October 08th 2019 has received 688 reviews of which 585 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
8.0
585
103

1
players

10. Ancestors Legacy Free Peasant Edition

Ancestors Legacy Free Peasant Edition represents a part of the full product. Get a taste of medieval battles in this free version of the acclaimed historical RTS! 4 SP missions and 17 MP maps are now available to everyone. Challenge friends, AI, or take part in our League that will start in March! Ancestors Legacy Free Peasant Edition is a violent, strategy and gore game developed and published by Destructive Creations. Released on February 06th 2018 has received 752 reviews of which 585 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free gore games on Steam.
7.4
585
167

1
players