Best Singleplayer 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 singleplayer games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free singleplayer games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Escape from Ever After: Onboarding
A genre-bending RPG inspired by the classic Paper Mario games! Ever After Inc, a greedy megacorp from the real world, is taking over fairytales for their cheap labor and it’s up to you to fight back! Experience Escape from Ever After’s first chapter in this prologue version of the full game.
恋爱单选题
Male Lord Wu worry because of an accident dying, fell into a coma. Then the mysterious female NPC appeared, creating a different space for Wu Worry to create a chance to save themselves, the protagonist of the game Wu Worry to find out his true love in the end, in order to wake up and survive.
Galaxy Idle Clicker
Embark on an interstellar journey with Galaxy Idle Clicker! Conquer galaxies, upgrade your spaceship, and face off against a myriad of enemy ships. With engaging minigames, powerful upgrades, GIC delivers an unparalleled idle space adventure. Join the cosmic conquest today and dominate the universe!
Superscout
"Superscout" is a live-action interactive movie game where you will unravel the secrets of the girls you meet. The love beyond lifetimes, never let it go; the kindness in this life, engraved in your soul. Your choices will change your loved ones’ fate; those who love you will change yours...
Old School Rally
A nostalgic racing game that combines the charm of classic retro style visuals with the thrill of international rally competitions.
Norland
Lead your noble family in this medieval colony sim, facing off against class conflict, religious struggle, and political treachery. Tend to your people’s needs, uncover the lost knowledge of a fallen empire, and engage in nefarious plots against your enemies.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
A new tale of the Kami awaits... Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a unique Japanese-inspired, single player Kagura Action Strategy game.
Dungeons of Hinterberg
Discover the magic and lore of the Alps in this acclaimed Action Adventure. Forge relationships with locals to help you solve puzzles, battle monsters and uncover secrets of the legendary Dungeons of Hinterberg!
子归 - Blossom
Early spring, 1999, Taoyuan Village. In just several days, a series of drowning incidents occurred in the same quaint village. Then, on the night of the fifteenth day, numerous villagers witnessed a woman in red who bore an uncanny resemblance to a lady who had previously met an unjust demise...
Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus
Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, and Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, tackle unsolved mysteries.
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn
From games studio A44, makers of Ashen, comes an explosive Souls-lite, where Gods and guns collide in a battle for the future of humanity.
CLICKOLDING
The man in the corner of your hotel room wants you to click something. He wants to watch you click it.
JudgeSim
Things were worse than ever in Banana Republic, a somber island country. While anarchists roamed the streets, corruption was running deeper due to economic crisis and rising crime rates. Bearing these burdens were "judges" who tried to make things right with honesty...
Enlisted
In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle.
Gestalt: Steam & Cinder
Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.
Mech Builder
Welcome to Mech Builder- a relaxing puzzle game inspired by Model building(gunpla). You will experience the relaxing process of building a model kit with complete freedom with over 70+ puzzles.
Supernatural
Detective Wyatt confronts a chilling mystery as he investigates a housemaid's disappearance. Unearth sinister secrets as you navigate through a haunted house, where every shadow hides a lurking terror.
Astro Looter: Survivor
Explore alien planets to mine resources, kill alien insects, build defense turrets, and survive waves of insect attacks across the galactic frontier. Astro Looter combines elements of survival, roguelike, and tower defense in a top-down shooter.
Yaoling: Mythical Journey
Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a creature collecting Eastern fantasy RPG featuring an world filled with rich stories and unique Yaolings. Tasked to uncover a mysterious evil, you embark on a journey with your Yaolings, forming new friendships, engage in intense battles, and face countless challenges!
Battle Grounds III
After 6 years of development, Battle Grounds III (BG3) is the next iteration in the classic franchise which began 17 years ago. Prepare for battle in the American War of Independence!
Drive Me Crazy
"Drive me crazy" is a game inspired by the urban legend "Yua Mikami's wedding and retirement event." You play as her fiancé, qiangzi, in this interactive adventure. During the game, you will be asked one question: "With Yua Mikami by your side, would you still have a change of heart?"Most played singleplayer games on Steam
Take a look at the top singleplayer games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 04th 2025.
1. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Explore Cyrodiil like never before with stunning new visuals and refined gameplay in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion™ Remastered. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is a rpg, open world and fantasy game developed by Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on April 22nd 2025 has received 38,032 reviews of which 31,252 were positive and 6,780 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played singleplayer game, thanks to its 121,690 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
31,252
6,780
121,690
players
2. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome ! Banana is a free to play, clicker and singleplayer game developed by Sky, AestheticSpartan and O'Brian and published by Sky. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 88,753 reviews of which 73,189 were positive and 15,564 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 92,458 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among singleplayer games based on player count.
8.1
73,189
15,564
92,458
players
3. Delta Force
Delta Force is back! The iconic series returns as the definitive free-to-play modern team-based tactical shooter and featuring three distinct gameplay modes: large-scale PvP warfare, intense extraction shooter action, and a remake of the legendary Black Hawk Down campaign. Delta Force is a free to play, fps and multiplayer game developed by Team Jade and published by TiMi Studio Group. Released on December 04th 2024 has received 103,330 reviews of which 66,752 were positive and 36,578 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. While seeing 40,423 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among singleplayer games based on player count.
6.4
66,752
36,578
40,423
players
4. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is a open world, rpg and adventure game developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on October 27th 2016 has received 332,407 reviews of which 305,678 were positive and 26,729 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 38,905 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.1
305,678
26,729
38,905
players
5. Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world, action-adventure RPG set in the dark future of Night City — a dangerous megalopolis obsessed with power, glamor, and ceaseless body modification. Cyberpunk 2077 is a cyberpunk and open world game developed and published by CD PROJEKT RED. Released on December 09th 2020 has received 834,940 reviews of which 703,079 were positive and 131,861 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 22,558 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.4
703,079
131,861
22,558
players
6. Balatro
The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos. Balatro is a card game, roguelike deckbuilder and rogue-like game developed by LocalThunk and published by Playstack. Released on February 20th 2024 has received 146,752 reviews of which 143,855 were positive and 2,897 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 18,636 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.7
143,855
2,897
18,636
players
7. Fallout 4
Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of Fallout 3 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, welcome you to the world of Fallout 4 – their most ambitious game ever, and the next generation of open-world gaming. Fallout 4 is a open world, post-apocalyptic and singleplayer game developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on November 09th 2015 has received 390,364 reviews of which 324,290 were positive and 66,074 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 15,087 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.2
324,290
66,074
15,087
players
8. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a rpg, medieval and open world game developed by Warhorse Studios and published by Deep Silver. Released on February 04th 2025 has received 97,031 reviews of which 91,296 were positive and 5,735 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 14,900 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.3
91,296
5,735
14,900
players
9. Blue Prince
Welcome to Mt. Holly, where every dawn unveils a new mystery. Navigate through shifting corridors and ever-changing chambers in this genre-defying strategy puzzle adventure. But will your unpredictable path lead you to the rumored Room 46? Blue Prince is a puzzle, exploration and mystery game developed by Dogubomb and published by Raw Fury. Released on April 10th 2025 has received 5,480 reviews of which 4,703 were positive and 777 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 11,036 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.3
4,703
777
11,036
players
10. Bloons TD 6
The Bloons are back and better than ever! Get ready for a massive 3D tower defense game designed to give you hours and hours of the best strategy gaming available. Bloons TD 6 is a tower defense, strategy and multiplayer game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on December 17th 2018 has received 351,886 reviews of which 342,292 were positive and 9,594 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 10,947 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.6
342,292
9,594
10,947
players
Best deals on singleplayer games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of singleplayer games available on Steam right now, updated on May 04th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted singleplayer games.
1. We Are The Dwarves
We Are The Dwarves is a real-time tactical adventure where you take control of three Dwarven astronauts and lead them through the hordes of enemies in the depths of their Universe. We Are The Dwarves is a indie, adventure and action game developed and published by Whale Rock Games. Released on February 25th 2016 has received 1,317 reviews of which 892 were positive and 425 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for singleplayer category.
6.6
892
425
-97%
43.00€
1.29€
2. My Friendly Neighborhood
Something scary is happening with everyone's favorite Saturday morning puppet show, The Friendly Neighborhood! Play as Gordon, a repairman sent to get to the bottom of this disturbing dilemma. Fend off puppets and solve puzzles in this survival horror adventure. My Friendly Neighborhood is a singleplayer, survival horror and funny game developed by John Szymanski and Evan Szymanski and published by DreadXP. Released on July 18th 2023 has received 2,732 reviews of which 2,613 were positive and 119 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in singleplayer games.
9.1
2,613
119
-96%
32.50€
1.30€
3. Strategic Mind: The Pacific
Strategic Mind: The Pacific is a turn-based strategy set in the WW2 period depicting the war between the USA and the Empire of Japan waged in the Pacific Ocean with mindblowing historical accuracy and attention to detail. Two Sides. Two Commanders. Two Destinies. Strategic Mind: The Pacific is a singleplayer, board game and turn-based tactics game developed and published by Starni Games. Released on October 25th 2019 has received 602 reviews of which 455 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in singleplayer games.
7.2
455
147
-96%
25.00€
1.00€
4. The Book of Unwritten Tales
In a world torn by war, the aged gremlin archaeologist Mortimer MacGuffin harbors the dark secret of a powerful artifact. The Book of Unwritten Tales is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed by KING Art and published by THQ Nordic. Released on July 31st 2012 has received 2,084 reviews of which 1,900 were positive and 184 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.7
1,900
184
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
5. Chaos on Deponia
With this long-expected sequel to the critically highly acclaimed and lavishly praised Deponia, the player enters round two. Chaos on Deponia turns out to be even wackier than its predecessor and instantly puts the player under its spell. Chaos on Deponia is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on November 06th 2012 has received 2,786 reviews of which 2,521 were positive and 265 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.7
2,521
265
-95%
21.20€
1.06€
6. Battlefield™ 1
Battlefield™ 1 takes you back to The Great War, WW1, where new technology and worldwide conflict changed the face of warfare forever. Battlefield™ 1 is a fps, multiplayer and world war i game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 188,323 reviews of which 162,937 were positive and 25,386 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.6
162,937
25,386
-95%
39.99€
1.99€
7. Hell Pie
Hell Pie is an obscene 3D platformer that takes bad taste to the next level! Hell Pie sees you grab the horns of Nate, the ‘Demon of Bad Taste’. He is given the honorable task of gathering the disgusting ingredients for Satan’s infamous birthday pie! Hell Pie is a comedy, third person and platformer game developed by Sluggerfly and published by Headup. Released on July 21st 2022 has received 1,445 reviews of which 1,298 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.5
1,298
147
-95%
23.80€
1.19€
8. The Pale Beyond
You didn’t ask to lead this expedition, but here you are. Stuck in the ice, Captain missing, miles from civilisation. Someone has to take charge. Manage your meagre resources, balance safety and morale, make the hard calls, and head in the only direction you can - through The Pale Beyond. The Pale Beyond is a resource management, survival and choices matter game developed by Bellular Studios and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on February 24th 2023 has received 1,831 reviews of which 1,630 were positive and 201 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.5
1,630
201
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
9. Goodbye Deponia
More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia! Goodbye Deponia is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on October 17th 2013 has received 2,353 reviews of which 2,089 were positive and 264 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.5
2,089
264
-95%
21.00€
1.05€
10. Battlefield 4™
Embrace unrivaled destruction in Battlefield 4™. Revel in the glorious chaos of all-out war packed with rewarding, tactical challenges in an interactive environment. Battlefield 4™ is a multiplayer, fps and singleplayer game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 69,843 reviews of which 59,642 were positive and 10,201 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.4
59,642
10,201
-95%
39.99€
1.99€
Free singleplayer games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play singleplayer games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 04th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play singleplayer games.
1. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome ! Banana is a free to play, clicker and singleplayer game developed by Sky, AestheticSpartan and O'Brian and published by Sky. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 88,753 reviews of which 73,189 were positive and 15,564 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 92,458 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.1
73,189
15,564
92,458
players
2. Delta Force
Delta Force is back! The iconic series returns as the definitive free-to-play modern team-based tactical shooter and featuring three distinct gameplay modes: large-scale PvP warfare, intense extraction shooter action, and a remake of the legendary Black Hawk Down campaign. Delta Force is a free to play, fps and multiplayer game developed by Team Jade and published by TiMi Studio Group. Released on December 04th 2024 has received 103,330 reviews of which 66,752 were positive and 36,578 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 40,423, this singleplayer game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.4
66,752
36,578
40,423
players
3. Halo Infinite
From one of gaming's most iconic sagas, Halo is bigger than ever. Featuring an expansive open-world campaign and a dynamic free to play multiplayer experience. Halo Infinite is a free to play, fps and multiplayer game developed by 343 Industries and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on November 15th 2021 has received 176,517 reviews of which 123,117 were positive and 53,400 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 3,089, this singleplayer game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.9
123,117
53,400
3,089
players
4. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now. Trackmania is a racing, esports and multiplayer game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on February 02nd 2023 has received 15,570 reviews of which 11,982 were positive and 3,588 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,847 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
7.6
11,982
3,588
1,847
players
5. Idling to Rule the Gods
Idling to Rule the Gods is a free to play Idle-Game with a lot of content and some Minigames. Depending on your play-style, you can play it fast or slow. Either way it can be fun for hundreds of hours! Idling to Rule the Gods is a free to play, indie and simulation game developed and published by Shugasu GmbH. Released on May 27th 2016 has received 1,891 reviews of which 1,618 were positive and 273 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,290 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.2
1,618
273
1,290
players
6. ENA: Dream BBQ
Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world. ENA: Dream BBQ is a surreal, adventure and singleplayer game developed by ENA Team and published by Joel G. Released on March 26th 2025 has received 21,263 reviews of which 21,005 were positive and 258 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,152 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.6
21,005
258
1,152
players
7. Fallout Shelter
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland. Fallout Shelter is a free to play, base-building and survival game developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 29th 2017 has received 73,924 reviews of which 65,394 were positive and 8,530 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,037 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
65,394
8,530
1,037
players
8. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught. Poppy Playtime is a horror, free to play and singleplayer game developed and published by Mob Entertainment. Released on October 12th 2021 has received 98,015 reviews of which 83,290 were positive and 14,725 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 992 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.4
83,290
14,725
992
players
9. Satisfactory Modeler
Model your Satisfactory builds. Set up your machines however you like, adding optional limits to the number of any of those machines and the tool will calculate how the parts will flow and how many of each machine type are getting used. Satisfactory Modeler is a free to play, indie and simulation game developed and published by David Price. Released on September 17th 2024 has received 759 reviews of which 737 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 685 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.1
737
22
685
players
10. RetroArch
RetroArch is an open source and cross platform frontend/framework for emulators, game engines, video games, media players and other applications RetroArch is a free to play, retro and software game developed and published by Libretro. Released on May 27th 2022 has received 7,908 reviews of which 7,095 were positive and 813 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 677 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
7,095
813
677
players