Best Software 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 software games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free software games are available at the bottom of the page.
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RPG Maker MZ
You want to create an RPG, but every game making tool you have found was either too complex or too limited? RPG Maker MZ empowers you with simple tools to create your RPG right out of the box, yet is customizable enough to make the exact RPG you want!
Crosshair X
Overlay custom crosshairs on every game you play. Choose from thousands of unique crosshairs created by the Crosshair X community or design your own using the designer.
Desktop Magic Engine
DesktopMagicEngine is the second generation of DMMD,With the help of new AI Technology, you can now have a living and dancing cute girl with amazing effects on your desktop! She will always be with you, even while having other windows open. Supports STEAM workshop.
RPG World - Action RPG Maker
RPG World – THE Action RPG Maker! Unleash your imagination with RPG World and create, share and play amazing 3D games with our growing community. Claim glory and treasure as you conquer magical worlds, alone or as a team. No coding required!
Bot Studio for Discord
The easiest way to make Discord bots. A drag and drop editor makes it simple to create the perfect bot for your servers, no coding required!
Smart Game Booster
Smart Game Booster is an easy-to-use yet efficient game optimization utility, essential for any gamer who wants a smoother gaming experience.
YoloMouse - Game Cursor Changer
Use YoloMouse to change those obscure game cursors. Never lose your cursor in a heated battle again!
Desktop Kanojo
This is a desktop mascot that can be placed anywhere on your desktop to bring more fun to your desktop
OVR Advanced Settings
OVR Advanced Settings is a Dashboard Application for VR, that allows you to access many settings. OVRAS also has a myriad of utility features such as: simulated movement, adding smooth/snap turn to any game, video controls for the headset such as brightness, per-app bindings and much more.
Pixel Studio - pixel art editor
Best pixel art editor. Simple. Fast. Portable.
Réussir : Code de la Route - Nouvelle Édition (French Highway Code)
Practice for your driving test and challenge your friends! Discover the best way to learn the French Highway Code! Prepare for the exam, test your knowledge and challenge your friends in exclusive mini-games. Your future driving license is right around the corner!
Pixel Game Maker MV
Use Pixel Game Maker MV to make your own 2D action games! The latest Maker title provides a simple, fun way to make games with zero coding! PGMMV: Powerful enough for pro developers, simple enough for beginners.
FlowScape
In FlowScape you can create your own nature scene simply by painting. Choose from 20 landscapes and more than 300 models to create your own little paradise by painting trees, changing the sky, rotating the sun, adding sound effects and adjusting your camera for that perfect photo.
OVR Toolkit - Desktop Overlay
OVR Toolkit is a utility application designed to make viewing the desktop in VR simple and fast, it allows for viewing the desktop within VR, placing desktop windows around the world, mouse input, typing with a virtual keyboard, and quickly switching between windows.
Energy Engine PC Live Wallpaper
Release the energy of your wallpaper! Change colours and create effects that react to your mouse. Perfect for custom build PC.
KumaKuma Manga Editor
KumaKuma Manga Editor is a comic editor for dummy based on 3d models. Our goal is to let everyone create manga without has to conquering the barrier of learning how to draw. You don’t need any device other than your computer, or any basic knowledge of art.
Lossless Scaling
All-in-one gaming utility for scaling and frame generation
Simson Tuningwerkstatt 3D
Simson Tuningwerkstatt 3D
Wallpaper Engine
Use stunning live wallpapers on your desktop. Animate your own images to create new wallpapers or import videos/websites and share them on the Steam Workshop!
FPS Monitor – hardware in-game & desktop overlays
FPS Monitor tracks your PC's hardware state and displays this information as an overlay in-game or over desktop. Does not require configuration, it works immediately after installation.
Driver Booster for Steam
Driver Booster 12 for Steam is a must-have driver updater to keep drivers and game components up to date. It is very powerful and easy-to-use for all Windows users.Most played software games on Steam
Take a look at the top software games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Wallpaper Engine
Use stunning live wallpapers on your desktop. Animate your own images to create new wallpapers or import videos/websites and share them on the Steam Workshop! Wallpaper Engine is a utilities and anime game developed and published by Wallpaper Engine Team. Released on November 16th 2018 has received 885,586 reviews of which 868,186 were positive and 17,400 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played software game, thanks to its 41,221 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
868,186
17,400
41,221
players
2. Soundpad
Play sounds in voice chats in high digital quality. Add sounds or music to your microphone signal so others will hear it, too. Soundpad is a utilities, audio production and music game developed and published by Leppsoft. Released on September 30th 2017 has received 85,965 reviews of which 82,620 were positive and 3,345 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 14,892 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among software games based on player count.
9.5
82,620
3,345
14,892
players
3. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming OBS Studio is a software, video production and utilities game developed and published by OBS Project. Released on March 21st 2022 has received 35,557 reviews of which 33,880 were positive and 1,677 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 9,423 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among software games based on player count.
9.3
33,880
1,677
9,423
players
4. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose. Blender is a animation & modeling, software and design & illustration game developed and published by Blender Foundation. Released on April 24th 2015 has received 71,262 reviews of which 68,642 were positive and 2,620 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 7,536 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played software games.
9.5
68,642
2,620
7,536
players
5. DSX
DSX is an easy-to-use software that connects DualSense, DualSense Edge, and DualShock 4 controllers to your PC. It unlocks advanced features like adaptive triggers and haptic feedback for a more immersive gaming experience. Allowing support for games that don't support Playstation Controllers. DSX is a simulation, indie and controller game developed and published by Paliverse. Released on June 24th 2022 has received 5,167 reviews of which 3,513 were positive and 1,654 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 5,771 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played software games.
6.7
3,513
1,654
5,771
players
6. Aseprite
Aseprite is a pixel-art tool to create 2D animations, sprites, and any kind of graphics for games. Aseprite is a pixel graphics, design & illustration and animation & modeling game developed by David Capello and published by Igara Studio. Released on February 22nd 2016 has received 21,444 reviews of which 21,252 were positive and 192 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 4,791 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played software games.
9.7
21,252
192
4,791
players
7. Lossless Scaling
All-in-one gaming utility for scaling and frame generation Lossless Scaling is a utilities, software and pixel graphics game developed and published by THS. Released on December 28th 2018 has received 23,466 reviews of which 20,914 were positive and 2,552 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 4,494 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played software games.
8.7
20,914
2,552
4,494
players
8. Crosshair V2
Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game. Crosshair V2 is a utilities, shooter and action game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 7,938 reviews of which 7,147 were positive and 791 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 2,969 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played software games.
8.7
7,147
791
2,969
players
9. ShareX
ShareX is a free and open source program that can capture or record selected area from the screen with a single keypress, automatically save them to your hard disk/clipboard, and instantly upload them to an image/file hosting service and then can copy the URL to your clipboard. ShareX is a photo editing, utilities and free to play game developed and published by ShareX Team. Released on October 02nd 2015 has received 7,416 reviews of which 7,098 were positive and 318 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 2,433 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played software games.
9.3
7,098
318
2,433
players
10. OVR Advanced Settings
OVR Advanced Settings is a Dashboard Application for VR, that allows you to access many settings. OVRAS also has a myriad of utility features such as: simulated movement, adding smooth/snap turn to any game, video controls for the headset such as brightness, per-app bindings and much more. OVR Advanced Settings is a vr, utilities and software game developed and published by OVRAS Team. Released on April 14th 2020 has received 4,494 reviews of which 4,161 were positive and 333 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 1,632 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played software games.
8.9
4,161
333
1,632
players
Best deals on software games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of software games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted software games.
1. RPG Maker VX Ace
RPG Maker VX Ace improves on every aspect of creating your very own epic adventure. An extremely powerful editor, Ace supports multiple tilesets, offers full control over autoshadow and has a very flexible features system. RPG Maker VX Ace is a game development, rpg and rpgmaker game developed by Gotcha Gotcha Games, KADOKAWA and Yoji Ojima and published by Gotcha Gotcha Games. Released on December 10th 2012 has received 4,827 reviews of which 4,531 were positive and 296 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 94% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for software category.
9.1
4,531
296
-94%
70.00€
4.20€
2. Manga Maker Comipo
Make your own manga with ComiPo! The next gen manga software! Quickly make your own unique stories and situations simply by choosing 3D characters, poses, and all the other necessary items (background, bubbles ...) out of hundreds provided with ComiPo! Manga Maker Comipo is a anime, design & illustration and animation & modeling game developed by Web Technology Corp. and published by KOMODO. Released on March 07th 2014 has received 758 reviews of which 580 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in software games.
7.3
580
178
-80%
48.99€
9.79€
3. KumaKuma Manga Editor
KumaKuma Manga Editor is a comic editor for dummy based on 3d models. Our goal is to let everyone create manga without has to conquering the barrier of learning how to draw. You don’t need any device other than your computer, or any basic knowledge of art. KumaKuma Manga Editor is a design & illustration, animation & modeling and web publishing game developed by KumaKumaManga and published by SakuraGame. Released on February 27th 2019 has received 836 reviews of which 638 were positive and 198 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 80% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in software games.
7.3
638
198
-80%
5.89€
1.17€
4. GameGuru Classic
GameGuru Classic is a non-technical and fun game-maker. It allows you to build your own game world, using creative and enjoyable tools. Populate your game by placing down characters, weapons and other game items, then press one button to build your game, ready to play and share. GameGuru Classic is a game development, software and design & illustration game developed and published by TheGameCreators. Released on May 19th 2015 has received 2,082 reviews of which 1,516 were positive and 566 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for software games.
7.1
1,516
566
-60%
19.99€
7.99€
5. Wallpaper Engine
Use stunning live wallpapers on your desktop. Animate your own images to create new wallpapers or import videos/websites and share them on the Steam Workshop! Wallpaper Engine is a utilities and anime game developed and published by Wallpaper Engine Team. Released on November 16th 2018 has received 885,586 reviews of which 868,186 were positive and 17,400 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 26% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for software games.
9.7
868,186
17,400
-26%
4.99€
3.69€
Free software games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play software games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play software games.
1. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming OBS Studio is a software, video production and utilities game developed and published by OBS Project. Released on March 21st 2022 has received 35,557 reviews of which 33,880 were positive and 1,677 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 9,423 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free software games on Steam.
9.3
33,880
1,677
9,423
players
2. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose. Blender is a animation & modeling, software and design & illustration game developed and published by Blender Foundation. Released on April 24th 2015 has received 71,262 reviews of which 68,642 were positive and 2,620 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 7,536, this software game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free software games on Steam.
9.5
68,642
2,620
7,536
players
3. Crosshair V2
Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game. Crosshair V2 is a utilities, shooter and action game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 7,938 reviews of which 7,147 were positive and 791 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,969, this software game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free software games on Steam.
8.7
7,147
791
2,969
players
4. ShareX
ShareX is a free and open source program that can capture or record selected area from the screen with a single keypress, automatically save them to your hard disk/clipboard, and instantly upload them to an image/file hosting service and then can copy the URL to your clipboard. ShareX is a photo editing, utilities and free to play game developed and published by ShareX Team. Released on October 02nd 2015 has received 7,416 reviews of which 7,098 were positive and 318 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,433 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free software games on Steam.
9.3
7,098
318
2,433
players
5. Godot Engine
Godot Engine is a feature-packed, cross-platform game engine to create 2D and 3D games from a unified interface. It provides a comprehensive set of common tools, so that you can focus on making games without having to reinvent the wheel. Godot Engine is a game development, utilities and software game developed and published by Godot Engine. Released on February 23rd 2016 has received 7,561 reviews of which 6,439 were positive and 1,122 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 984 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free software games on Steam.
8.3
6,439
1,122
984
players
6. Source Filmmaker
The Source Filmmaker (SFM) is the movie-making tool built and used by us here at Valve to make movies inside the Source game engine. Because the SFM uses the same assets as the game, anything that exists in the game can be used in the movie, and vice versa. Source Filmmaker is a animation & modeling, free to play and video production game developed and published by Valve. Released on July 10th 2012 has received 40,338 reviews of which 37,500 were positive and 2,838 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 958 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free software games on Steam.
9.1
37,500
2,838
958
players
7. SAO Utils 2: Progressive
SAO Utils 2 provides you a fresh-new customizable Full-Dive 3D app launcher with varieties of themes, desktop widgets and powerful utilities. SAO Utils 2: Progressive is a utilities, software and anime game developed by Joshua Chen and published by Studio GPBeta. Released on November 05th 2022 has received 1,683 reviews of which 1,566 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 930 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free software games on Steam.
8.8
1,566
117
930
players
8. Driver Booster for Steam
Driver Booster 12 for Steam is a must-have driver updater to keep drivers and game components up to date. It is very powerful and easy-to-use for all Windows users. Driver Booster for Steam is a utilities, software and free to play game developed and published by IObit. Released on November 01st 2018 has received 9,076 reviews of which 7,667 were positive and 1,409 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 912 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free software games on Steam.
8.2
7,667
1,409
912
players
9. EVGA Precision X1
The next generation of EVGA Precision has arrived with EVGA Precision X1. This software allows you to fine tune your NVIDIA graphics card, maximizing cooling and performance. EVGA Precision X1 is a utilities, software and free to play game developed and published by EVGA. Released on July 16th 2014 has received 4,719 reviews of which 3,788 were positive and 931 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 540 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free software games on Steam.
7.8
3,788
931
540
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 494 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free software games on Steam.
8.7
7,095
813
494
players