Discounted 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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Finding Paradise
A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to fulfill his last wish.
Gorogoa
Gorogoa is an elegant evolution of the puzzle genre, told through a beautifully hand-drawn story designed and illustrated by Jason Roberts. Winner of Debut Game at the 2018 BAFTA Games Awards, as well as Best Mobile Game and the Innovation Award at the GDC 2018 Choice Awards.
IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover Blitz Edition
Scramble to intercept in your RAF Spitfire or Hurricane. Or join huge formations of German or Italian Fighters and Bombers as they roar across the Channel towards London. Decide the fate of Britain!
Emily Wants to Play Too
No one believed the pizza guy. They kept the dolls. A sandwich delivery guy is on his way to Central Evidence. He is not ready for what he finds. Emily and the dolls are back with new friends, scares and more. Use stealth and strategy to survive their unique games in this survival horror.
Gang Beasts
Gang Beasts is a silly multiplayer party game with surly gelatinous characters, brutal slapstick fight sequences, and absurd hazardous environments, set in the mean streets of Beef City.
Tokyo Xanadu eX+
Tokyo Xanadu eX+; a massive action RPG from the masters of the genre, Nihon Falcom! When high school student Kou Tokisaka encounters the nightmare realm known as the Eclipse, his world is forever changed.
SpellForce 3 Reforced
SpellForce 3 - The perfect blend between RTS and RPG!
Reigns: Her Majesty
Reigns: Her Majesty is the revolutionary follow-up to the smash swipe ‘em up hit Reigns.
Nine Parchments
Nine Parchments is a co-operative blast'em up game of magic mayhem from Frozenbyte, creators of the Trine series!
Seven: Enhanced Edition
Seven: Enhanced Edition is an open-world, isometric stealth and action role-playing game, in which you play as Teriel, a master thief sent on a mission that will shake the foundations of the Vetrall Empire. Includes the Drowned Past expansion.
Injustice™ 2
Build and power up the ultimate version of your favourite DC legends in INJUSTICE 2. This is your Legend. Your Journey. Your Injustice.
Sky Force Reloaded
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Unforgiving - A Northern Hymn
Unforgiving - A Northern Hymn is a first person horror game heavily inspired by Swedish folklore and the Nordic mythology to create the nightmares that's been haunting Swedish children for many generations.
The House of Da Vinci
Enter The House of Da Vinci, a new must-try 3D puzzle adventure game. Solve mechanical puzzles, discover hidden objects, escape from rooms and dive into the authentic atmosphere of the Renaissance. Use all your wits to find out what's behind your master's disappearance.
WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY®
CAPTURE, CUSTOMISE AND EVOLVE! Embark on a magical journey with siblings Reynn and Lann as they explore the vast land of Grymoire to rediscover their past and save the future.
Battle Chef Brigade Deluxe
Battle Chef Brigade pairs combo-based hunting and puzzle-based cooking in a hand drawn, fantasy adventure. Cook your way into the Brigade while subduing Victusia’s destructive monsters. Follow Mina and Thrash in the single-player campaign or challenge your friends in Local Multiplayer and Daily Cook-Offs.
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
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Hand of Fate 2
A new hero rises to challenge the Dealer in Hand of Fate 2! Master a living boardgame of infinitely replayable quests - unlock new cards, build your adventure, then defeat your foes in brutal real-time combat! Draw your cards, play your hand and discover your fate!
.hack//G.U. Last Recode
.hack//G.U. is back! This collection includes all 3 original .hack//G.U. titles, Rebirth, Reminisce, and Redemption, all fully restored and remastered. As well as an all new 4th Volume: .hack//G.U. Reconnection.
Attentat 1942
Attentat 1942 is a historically-accurate adventure about World War 2. Face moral dilemmas and existential struggles as you uncover the troubled past of your family.
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 13th 2025.
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 89,060 reviews of which 73,412 were positive and 15,648 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 101,816 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
73,412
15,648
101,816
players
2. 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 45,246 reviews of which 37,177 were positive and 8,069 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 52,902 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among singleplayer games based on player count.
8.1
37,177
8,069
52,902
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 106,046 reviews of which 68,302 were positive and 37,744 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. While seeing 32,124 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among singleplayer games based on player count.
6.4
68,302
37,744
32,124
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 333,907 reviews of which 307,140 were positive and 26,767 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 31,802 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.1
307,140
26,767
31,802
players
5. 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 148,208 reviews of which 145,279 were positive and 2,929 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 18,285 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.7
145,279
2,929
18,285
players
6. 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 836,871 reviews of which 705,073 were positive and 131,798 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 17,118 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.4
705,073
131,798
17,118
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 390,844 reviews of which 324,739 were positive and 66,105 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 12,039 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.2
324,739
66,105
12,039
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 98,435 reviews of which 92,641 were positive and 5,794 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 9,777 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.3
92,641
5,794
9,777
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 6,038 reviews of which 5,200 were positive and 838 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 8,225 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
8.4
5,200
838
8,225
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 352,569 reviews of which 342,940 were positive and 9,629 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 8,083 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played singleplayer games.
9.6
342,940
9,629
8,083
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 13th 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 1,318 reviews of which 892 were positive and 426 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
426
-97%
33.33€
1.00€
2. Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator
Garden Life is a relaxing gardening game in which you create your dream garden in a peaceful, colourful world. Plant and add ornaments at your own pace, transforming an overgrown forgotten plot into a flourishing community garden. Garden Life: A Cozy Simulator is a relaxing, simulation and cozy game developed by stillalive studios and published by Nacon. Released on February 22nd 2024 has received 1,226 reviews of which 938 were positive and 288 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 96% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in singleplayer games.
7.3
938
288
-96%
26.25€
1.05€
3. 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 2,086 reviews of which 1,901 were positive and 185 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in singleplayer games.
8.7
1,901
185
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
4. 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 2,788 reviews of which 2,523 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 #4 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.7
2,523
265
-95%
21.20€
1.06€
5. 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 singleplayer game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 189,484 reviews of which 163,923 were positive and 25,561 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.6
163,923
25,561
-95%
39.99€
1.99€
6. 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 1,454 reviews of which 1,307 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 #6 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.5
1,307
147
-95%
23.80€
1.19€
7. 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 1,845 reviews of which 1,642 were positive and 203 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
1,642
203
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
8. 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 70,175 reviews of which 59,882 were positive and 10,293 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.4
59,882
10,293
-95%
39.99€
1.99€
9. 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 6,522 reviews of which 5,604 were positive and 918 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.3
5,604
918
-95%
30.80€
1.54€
10. Eternal Threads
Eternal Threads is a single-player, first-person story-driven puzzle game of time manipulation, choice and consequence. Eternal Threads is a choices matter, story rich and time manipulation game developed by Cosmonaut Studios and published by Secret Mode. Released on May 19th 2022 has received 708 reviews of which 612 were positive and 96 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for singleplayer games.
8.1
612
96
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
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 13th 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 89,060 reviews of which 73,412 were positive and 15,648 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 101,816 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.1
73,412
15,648
101,816
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 106,046 reviews of which 68,302 were positive and 37,744 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 32,124, this singleplayer game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.4
68,302
37,744
32,124
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 176,705 reviews of which 123,215 were positive and 53,490 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 2,683, this singleplayer game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free singleplayer games on Steam.
6.9
123,215
53,490
2,683
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 15,673 reviews of which 12,080 were positive and 3,593 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,620 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
7.6
12,080
3,593
1,620
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 1,897 reviews of which 1,622 were positive and 275 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,223 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.2
1,622
275
1,223
players
6. 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 74,049 reviews of which 65,504 were positive and 8,545 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 940 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
65,504
8,545
940
players
7. 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 98,310 reviews of which 83,567 were positive and 14,743 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 642 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.4
83,567
14,743
642
players
8. 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 22,453 reviews of which 22,168 were positive and 285 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 574 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.6
22,168
285
574
players
9. 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 7,859 reviews of which 7,569 were positive and 290 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 533 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
9.3
7,569
290
533
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 7,948 reviews of which 7,133 were positive and 815 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 520 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free singleplayer games on Steam.
8.7
7,133
815
520
players