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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Dark Messiah of Might & Magic
Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill.
Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery.
Sid Meier's Civilization® IV
With over 6 million units sold and unprecedented critical acclaim from fans and press around the world, Sid Meier's Civilization is recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all-time. Now, Sid Meier and Firaxis Games will take this incredibly fun and addictive game to new heights by adding new ways to play and win, new...
Space Empires V
Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.
Call of Duty: United Offensive
Award-winning developer Gray Matter Interactive follows up on the success of Infinity Ward's Call of Duty™ - winner of over 80 Game of the Year and 50 Editors' Choice awards worldwide - with Call of Duty™: United Offensive™.
Call of Duty® 2
Call of Duty® 2 redefines the cinematic intensity and chaos of battle as seen through the eyes of ordinary soldiers fighting together in epic WWII conflicts. The sequel to 2003's Call of Duty, winner of over 80 Game of the Year awards, Call of Duty 2 offers more immense, more intense, more realistic battles than ever before, thanks to...
Call of Duty® (2003)
Call of Duty® delivers the gritty realism and cinematic intensity of World War II's epic battlefield moments like never before.
GUN™
When life robs Colton White of all that matters, the only thing left he can trust is his GUN. From award-winning developer, Neversoft, and accomplished screenwriter, Randall Jahnson (The Mask of Zorro, The Doors), GUN follows Colton on his quest for discovery as he seeks to exact vengeful justice on those who have wronged him.
Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.
Advent Rising
A common legend pervades the galaxy-that of a powerful, highly intelligent ancient race that will one day deliver the universe. They are known as Humans. The Advent of Humanity Begins...
Company of Heroes
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.
Insaniquarium Deluxe
The craziest aquarium game ever! Tend to your fish, keep them happy and they'll reward you with coins and jewels. Buy tank upgrades or egg parts which hatch different in-tank pets. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank.
Bejeweled 2 Deluxe
With awe-inspiring planetary backdrops, explosive new gems and dazzling special effects, Bejeweled 2 is more wildly addictive than ever before.
Heavy Weapon Deluxe
It's shoot-'em-up arcade action at its best! Use an incredible assortment of heavy artillery to blast away enemy tanks and planes, and fight your way to victory. What are you waiting for? Pull yourself up by your bootstraps and get into the action!
Feeding Frenzy 2 Deluxe
The feeding frenzy begins again! Swim and swerve through underwater worlds, chow down on smaller fish, and chomp your way to ocean supremacy. But watch out: boatloads of pesky predators are looking to make lunch out of you.
Zuma Deluxe
Deep in the jungle lie hidden temples bursting with traps and trickery, and it's up to you to uncover their treasures. Fire magical balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more and clear the deadly chain before it reaches the golden skull.
Chuzzle Deluxe
Drag the rows of fuzzy Chuzzles up and down, left and right, to match colors, and they'll pop and return to their test-tube home. Choose from four play modes and two difficulty levels.
Xpand Rally
Please note as of October 2024, the online features for this game will no longer be supported.Xpand Rally is a breathtaking game that gives you the true to life experience of driving powerful rally cars amidst photorealistic sceneries. Realistic weather effects, rolling hills, and animated scenery all add to game's visual perfection.
Uplink
Uplink lets you play as a freelance hacker tackling risky contracts for corporations. Break into systems, steal data, sabotage rivals, and upgrade your gear. Support factions or go rogue in this immersive, strategy-driven hacking simulation game where your choices shape the outcome.
X3: Reunion
X3: Reunion continues the epic space saga, blending deep space trading and intense real-time combat. Explore a vast universe, establish your empire, and shape the new frontier. With enhanced graphics and intricate economies, it's a journey of strategy, simulation, and interstellar intrigue.
X2: The Threat
X²: The Threat is of a new generation of space simulator games, you play the role of Julian Gardna who continues the story set by X: Beyond The Frontier. The updated graphics engine gives the universe a fresher feel with newly designed ships and stations adding to the complexity of the universe.
The Ship: Murder Party
The Ship is a murder mystery multiplayer.
Disciples II: Gallean's Return
Disciples II: Gallean's Return is a compilation edition that includes the base game, Disciples II: Dark Prophecy, plus the two standalone expansions Disciples II: Guardians of the Light and Disciples II: Servants of the Dark.
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 June 15th 2025.
1. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN
ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is a standalone adventure within the ELDEN RING universe, crafted to offer players a new gaming experience by reimagining the game’s core design. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is a souls-like, online co-op and rogue-like game developed by FromSoftware and Inc. and published by FromSoftware, Inc. and Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on May 29th 2025 has received 65,672 reviews of which 48,901 were positive and 16,771 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played singleplayer game, thanks to its 119,305 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.4
48,901
16,771
119,305
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 89,834 reviews of which 73,975 were positive and 15,859 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 114,169 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among singleplayer games based on player count.
8.1
73,975
15,859
114,169
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 114,627 reviews of which 72,717 were positive and 41,910 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. While seeing 34,526 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among singleplayer games based on player count.
6.3
72,717
41,910
34,526
players
4. 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 844,921 reviews of which 713,071 were positive and 131,850 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 26,460 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.4
713,071
131,850
26,460
players
5. 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 337,058 reviews of which 310,162 were positive and 26,896 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 25,446 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.1
310,162
26,896
25,446
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 153,566 reviews of which 150,524 were positive and 3,042 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 16,904 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.7
150,524
3,042
16,904
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 392,287 reviews of which 326,054 were positive and 66,233 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 13,568 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.2
326,054
66,233
13,568
players
8. Lies of P
Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era. Lies of P is a souls-like, action and dark fantasy game developed and published by NEOWIZ. Released on September 18th 2023 has received 52,485 reviews of which 48,336 were positive and 4,149 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 12,791 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.1
48,336
4,149
12,791
players
9. 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 52,558 reviews of which 42,316 were positive and 10,242 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 12,536 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
7.9
42,316
10,242
12,536
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 353,960 reviews of which 344,269 were positive and 9,691 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 9,320 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.6
344,269
9,691
9,320
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 June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted singleplayer games.
1. 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 2,773 reviews of which 2,651 were positive and 122 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for singleplayer category.
9.1
2,651
122
-99%
28.99€
0.45€
2. Starship Troopers: Terran Command
Lead the Mobile Infantry in this RTS game set in the Starship Troopers film universe. Balance your army composition with a diverse set of unit types, overcome line-of-sight and line-of-fire challenges through tactical positioning, and use special abilities to smash the Arachnid hordes! Starship Troopers: Terran Command is a strategy, rts and singleplayer game developed by The Artistocrats and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on June 16th 2022 has received 10,784 reviews of which 9,461 were positive and 1,323 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in singleplayer games.
8.5
9,461
1,323
-99%
28.99€
0.46€
3. Deponia: The Complete Journey
Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place. Deponia: The Complete Journey is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on July 08th 2014 has received 6,544 reviews of which 5,613 were positive and 931 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in singleplayer games.
8.3
5,613
931
-99%
29.99€
0.58€
4. 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 2,195 reviews of which 1,720 were positive and 475 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
7.6
1,720
475
-99%
19.99€
0.21€
5. Shadows: Awakening
Shadows: Awakening is a unique, isometric single-player RPG with real-time tactical combat. You embark on an epic adventure with challenging gameplay, a gripping storyline and enchanting graphics. Shadows: Awakening is a rpg, action and hack and slash game developed by Games Farm and published by Kalypso Media. Released on August 31st 2018 has received 2,406 reviews of which 1,810 were positive and 596 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
7.3
1,810
596
-99%
29.99€
0.47€
6. Classified: France '44
Command an elite team of allied special operators in Nazi-occupied France wreaking havoc in the run up to D-Day in this ambitious turn-based tactics game. Take on the might of Germany's war machine and launch daring raids in occupied territory. Can you do enough to ensure Allied victory? Classified: France '44 is a turn-based combat, singleplayer and turn-based tactics game developed by Absolutely Games and published by Team17. Released on March 05th 2024 has received 685 reviews of which 516 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
7.2
516
169
-99%
34.99€
0.51€
7. Steelrising
Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG. Steelrising is a souls-like, atmospheric and action game developed by Spiders and published by Nacon. Released on September 08th 2022 has received 5,416 reviews of which 3,942 were positive and 1,474 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
7.1
3,942
1,474
-99%
49.99€
0.90€
8. 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 1,323 reviews of which 893 were positive and 430 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
6.6
893
430
-99%
39.99€
0.57€
9. Zoeti
Zoeti is a turn-based roguelite that features a deck of playing cards used to create card combos and activate skills in the heat of battle. Bolster your arsenal of skills through battles, discoverable upgrades, or aid from the locals which enhance your plays to overcome the evil plaguing your land. Zoeti is a roguelike deckbuilder, card game and card battler game developed by Dusklight CO. and LTD. and published by Akupara Games. Released on April 20th 2023 has received 403 reviews of which 264 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
6.3
264
139
-99%
19.50€
0.36€
10. Yoku's Island Express
Meet Yoku, the pint-sized postman protagonist of Yoku's Island Express! Use a unique blend of pinball mechanics, platforming and open world exploration to unlock the secrets of Mokumana Island, help the locals, awaken ancient deities and much more in this amazing new tropical adventure! Yoku's Island Express is a pinball, metroidvania and adventure game developed by Villa Gorilla and published by Team17 Digital Ltd. Released on May 29th 2018 has received 4,824 reviews of which 4,640 were positive and 184 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
9.3
4,640
184
-98%
19.99€
0.52€
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 June 15th 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 89,834 reviews of which 73,975 were positive and 15,859 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 114,169 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.1
73,975
15,859
114,169
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 114,627 reviews of which 72,717 were positive and 41,910 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 34,526, this singleplayer game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.3
72,717
41,910
34,526
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 177,041 reviews of which 123,333 were positive and 53,708 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 3,470, this singleplayer game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.9
123,333
53,708
3,470
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 16,018 reviews of which 12,361 were positive and 3,657 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,617 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
7.6
12,361
3,657
1,617
players
5. 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 74,448 reviews of which 65,847 were positive and 8,601 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 983 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
65,847
8,601
983
players
6. 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 98,914 reviews of which 84,113 were positive and 14,801 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 749 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.4
84,113
14,801
749
players
7. 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 849 reviews of which 825 were positive and 24 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 713 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.1
825
24
713
players
8. Coloring Pixels
A relaxing coloring by numbers game. Enjoy completing a variety of images with differing themes, complexity, and sizes. Coloring Pixels is a free to play, pixel graphics and relaxing game developed and published by ToastieLabs. Released on August 17th 2018 has received 7,919 reviews of which 7,622 were positive and 297 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 686 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.3
7,622
297
686
players
9. 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 8,063 reviews of which 7,224 were positive and 839 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 653 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
7,224
839
653
players
10. Dungeon Defenders II
Dungeon Defenders II is a cooperative Action Tower Defense game packed with roleplaying elements like loot, leveling, and pets. Dungeon Defenders II is a multiplayer, online co-op and co-op campaign game developed and published by Chromatic Games. Released on June 20th 2017 has received 21,823 reviews of which 16,882 were positive and 4,941 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 395 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
7.6
16,882
4,941
395
players