Free to Play Interactive Fiction Games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play interactive fiction games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on July 19th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Explore the complete list of the best free to play interactive fiction games.
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1. cyberpunkdreams
2090s America, torn apart by war and corporate greed. A lone traveller stands outside the gates of Cincinnati, greatest of the border cities. How far will you go to make it to the top? How far will you go to fulfil your mission? cyberpunkdreams is a game developed and published by . Released on May 14th 2021 has received 987 reviews of which 751 were positive and 236 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
7.3
751
236
53
players
2. 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 game developed and published by . Released on November 21st 2024 has received 5,710 reviews of which 5,685 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
9.6
5,685
25
8
players
3. Bloody Painter Dating Sim
You have unfortunately been captured by a serial killer, and you must increase your chances of survival within seven days. Your choices will determine how he treats you and the outcome of your relationship. What will your final relationship with him be...? Bloody Painter Dating Sim is a game developed and published by . Released on October 10th 2024 has received 1,049 reviews of which 966 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
8.7
966
83
8
players
4. Nigudin really fought against Furong Wangyuan
brief introductionNicotine vs. Furong Wangyuan "is a brain pumping game that takes place in a fantasy world called" Litang County ". Players will play as" Ding Zhen ", defeat Furong Wangyuan, and gradually uncover the truth about their ability to manipulate the level of Sharp Cut 5 Nigudin really fought against Furong Wangyuan is a game developed and published by . Released on December 31st 2024 has received 1,644 reviews of which 1,608 were positive and 36 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
9.3
1,608
36
3
players
5. Trapped with Jester
An unusual horror-themed Visual Novel about waking up in a carriage with a stranger… Whatever could go wrong? Trapped with Jester is a game developed and published by . Released on October 10th 2022 has received 1,287 reviews of which 1,218 were positive and 69 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
9.0
1,218
69
3
players
6. my eyes deceive
Set over the course of roughly a week, you play as a young girl who has been living in a shelter all her life. The outside world is infected with a deadly disease. Society is in chaos. Fortunately, your papa is protecting you. my eyes deceive is a game developed and published by . Released on February 03rd 2024 has received 654 reviews of which 538 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
7.8
538
116
3
players
7. Understanding, The Game
'Understanding, the game' it's a suspense/investigation horror indie game inspired in classic horror games! Full Game coming as soon we can! Help us grow the game! Understanding, The Game is a game developed and published by . Released on December 23rd 2020 has received 312 reviews of which 256 were positive and 56 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
7.6
256
56
3
players
8. Fighting Fantasy Classics
Ready your sword, pack your provisions and prepare to embark upon quests in which YOU are the hero! Choose what happens at every turn of the page with Fighting Fantasy Classics – text-based roleplaying adventures remastered. Fighting Fantasy Classics is a game developed and published by . Released on June 05th 2018 has received 318 reviews of which 255 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
7.5
255
63
3
players
9. Draw
Welcome to the world of Draw, a 2D sidescroller and visual novel! Armed with nothing but a pencil, play as “Stickman” as you explore a brand-new world. Solve puzzles by drawing into the game, meet new friends while dodging scribble monsters, and make memories that’ll never be erased! Draw is a game developed and published by . Released on October 06th 2023 has received 551 reviews of which 529 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
8.9
529
22
2
players
10. A Taste of the Past
What do you do when you lose someone you love? A Taste of the Past is an emotional sidescroller about reconnecting with your Chinese culture while navigating a train to the afterlife. Featuring a wholesome story, cooking minigames, and hope. A Taste of the Past is a game developed and published by . Released on March 11th 2022 has received 1,715 reviews of which 1,678 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played interactive fiction games.
9.3
1,678
37
1
players