Free to Play Souls-like Games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play souls-like games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on September 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Explore the complete list of the best free to play souls-like games.
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1. LET IT DIE
It's finally here! The survival action game that pits the strong against the weak is finally on PC! Experience all the heart-thumping action with a silky-smooth frame rate and ultra high resolution. How you make the best of the weapons, armor, and items at your disposal will determine your fate in the ever-changing "Tower of Barbs! LET IT DIE is a game developed and published by . Released on September 26th 2018 has received 5,891 reviews of which 4,404 were positive and 1,487 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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1,487
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players
2. Arisen Force: Life Devotee - Initial Ver.
Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West. Arisen Force: Life Devotee - Initial Ver. is a game developed and published by . Released on November 24th 2024 has received 2,193 reviews of which 2,127 were positive and 66 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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2,127
66
12
players
3. Nightmare Kart
Zoom through gothic streets in this horror themed vehicular combat racing game! Nightmare Kart is a game developed and published by . Released on June 05th 2024 has received 6,723 reviews of which 6,506 were positive and 217 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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6,506
217
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players
4. Ascend: Reborn
Ascend Reborn is an old-school, 3rd person action RPG. Wage war as a brutal Caos warrior on your journey to Ascension. The reign of the Titans has come to an end. The New Gods have risen to claim ultimate power and need a champion. Will you rise to the challenge? Ascend: Reborn is a game developed and published by . Released on November 30th 2022 has received 807 reviews of which 633 were positive and 174 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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5. Skelethrone: The Prey
This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign. Skelethrone: The Prey is a game developed and published by . Released on March 14th 2024 has received 425 reviews of which 319 were positive and 106 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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106
1
players
6. Blood Spear
Blood Spear is a unique ranged action-adventure student game in which you play as a demonic spear. Emerging from a deep slumber, you are thirsty for blood. Throw with precision to impale and defeat powerful foes inside grandiose environments where a long-coveted power lies. Blood Spear is a game developed and published by . Released on August 13th 2021 has received 2,273 reviews of which 2,171 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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7. Cryptis
Shoot, slice, and shred your way through hordes of the undead in Cryptis, a retro-inspired boomer shooter combining modern visuals with '90s gameplay. Embrace the chaos, slaughter your enemies, and leave nothing left standing! Cryptis is a game developed and published by . Released on January 11th 2024 has received 670 reviews of which 644 were positive and 26 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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8. The PenguinGame 2 -Lies of Penguin-
The heroic penguin pulled the legendary club from the rock. pass the ordeal! Revenge on humans! Save Antarctica in crisis! The Penguin Game2 : Lies of Penguin is an action game made with a deep impression of the soul-like genre. Challenge a total of 7 types of boss battles! The PenguinGame 2 -Lies of Penguin- is a game developed and published by . Released on August 01st 2023 has received 709 reviews of which 629 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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9. Cervus Blade
Cervus Blade is an enchanting third-person action adventure game that takes players on an epic journey through a deer-worship desert world. Engage in high-octane combat, testing your skills in challenging encounters, unleash the power of the Blade and become a legend in this captivating adventure. Cervus Blade is a game developed and published by . Released on August 03rd 2023 has received 372 reviews of which 331 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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10. Grass Cutter - Mutated Lawns
Challenge lawn monsters! Grass Cutter - Mutated Lawns is a game developed and published by . Released on March 24th 2017 has received 326 reviews of which 287 were positive and 39 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played souls-like games.
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