Best 1990's 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 1990's games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free 1990's games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Indiana Jones® and the Fate of Atlantis™
The Man With The Hat Is Back In His Greatest Adventure Yet! 1939 - The eve of World War II. Nazi agents are about to get their hands on a weapon more dangerous than the atom bomb. Only Indy can stop them before they unleash the deadly secret that sank Atlantis.
LOOM™
Long after the passing of the Second Shadow, when dragons ruled the twilight sky and the stars were bright and numerous, came the Age of the Great Guilds. Blacksmiths. Shepherds. Clerics. Each dedicated to the absolute control of secret knowledge. Another such Guild was the Weavers.
Delta Force 1
As a member of Delta Force — The Army's Elite, top secret special forces unit — the word 'impossible' is not in your vocabulary. In Delta Force, you will conduct missions swiftly and silently, in every possible terrain, under every imaginable condition and through unconventional means.
X-COM: UFO Defense
You are in control of X-COM: an organization formed by the world's governments to fight the ever-increasing alien menace.
Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus®
Abe's peaceful retirement was shattered when visited by a vision from the Mudokon Spirit Guides. Abe™ learned the Magog Cartel was mining Necrum, the sacred Mudokon city of the dead, to collect bones to make super-addictive SoulStorm Brew.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee®
Selected by the fickle finger of fate, Abe™, floor-waxer first class for RuptureFarms, was catapulted into a life of adventure when he overheard plans by his boss, Molluck the Glukkon™, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as part of a last-ditch effort to rescue Molluck's failing meat-packing empire.
Quake III Arena
The greatest warriors of all time and space have been summoned to battle for the amusement of an ancient alien race. Wield a variety of guns and power-ups as you fight for glory against ruthless combatants in this fast-paced single-player and multiplayer FPS.
Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders
In a realm corrupted by the evil magic of three brothers known as the Serpent Riders, you are a heretic. As one of the last Sidhe elves, and a capable mage, you embark on a quest for vengeance against those who slaughtered your friends, family, and entire race.
Hexen: Beyond Heretic
While the Sidhe elf Corvus battled the evil forces of D'Sparil, the remaining Serpent Riders were busy corrupting other dimensions. As a Warrior, Mage, or Cleric, you must defend your realm of Cronos from the second Serpent Rider known as Korax.
Quake
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original.
DOOM + DOOM II
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.
Wolfenstein 3D
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way.
Commander Keen
Commander Keen: Invasion of the Vorticons: Episode 1: Marooned on Mars (Dec. 14th 1990) Episode 2: The Earth Explodes (1991) Episode 3: Keen Must Die! (1991) Commander Keen's very first adventure, and the debut of id's groundbreaking side-scrolling technology.
X-COM: Terror From the Deep
The war continues... X-COM: UFO Defense brought you to a galactic battlefield. X-COM: Terror from the Deep brings the alien terror into a totally new dimension.Seeking to take advantage of a weakened Earth, X-COM's deep space foes unexpectedly change strategy and launch a powerful second front against planet Earth.
The Longest Journey
The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.
Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty
You have been selected for active service in the Commandos Corps, and must now mobilize in a series of 8 new dangerous missions.
Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines
Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines is a real-time tactics game set in World War II that puts you in command of a small squad of elite troopers. Send them behind enemy lines on a series of hazardous missions, and bring them back alive.
Half-Life: Source
Winner of over 50 Game of the Year awards, Half-Life set new standards for action games when it was released in 1998. Half-Life: Source is a digitally remastered version of the critically acclaimed and best selling PC game, enhanced via Source technology to include physics simulation, enhanced effects, and more.
Deathmatch Classic
Enjoy fast-paced multiplayer gaming with Deathmatch Classic (a.k.a. DMC). Valve's tribute to the work of id software, DMC invites players to grab their rocket launchers and put their reflexes to the test in a collection of futuristic settings.
Half-Life: Blue Shift
Made by Gearbox Software and originally released in 2001 as an add-on to Half-Life, Blue Shift is a return to the Black Mesa Research Facility in which you play as Barney Calhoun, the security guard sidekick who helped Gordon out of so many sticky situations.
Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.Most played 1990's games on Steam
Take a look at the top 1990's games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 2025.
1. Half-Life
Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world. Half-Life is a fps, classic and 1990's game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 19th 1998 has received 146,723 reviews of which 141,651 were positive and 5,072 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played 1990's game, thanks to its 830 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
141,651
5,072
830
players
2. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage
Embark on a new narrative journey by the creators of Life is Strange. Film your summer of 1995 and create memories of a lifetime with your new friends. 27 years later, confront the dark secrets that made you all promise to never speak again after that fateful summer. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is a lgbtq+, choices matter and female protagonist game developed and published by DON'T NOD. Released on February 18th 2025 has received 2,284 reviews of which 2,110 were positive and 174 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 802 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 1990's games based on player count.
8.8
2,110
174
802
players
3. DOOM + DOOM II
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product. DOOM + DOOM II is a fps, classic and 1990's game developed by id Software and Nightdive Studios and published by Bethesda. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 24,239 reviews of which 23,347 were positive and 892 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 380 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 1990's games based on player count.
9.4
23,347
892
380
players
4. Road 96 🛣️
Hitchhike your way to freedom in this crazy procedurally generated road trip. No one's road is the same! Road 96 🛣️ is a first-person, colorful and 1990's game developed by Digixart and published by Deep Silver. Released on August 16th 2021 has received 20,941 reviews of which 19,218 were positive and 1,723 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 153 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.0
19,218
1,723
153
players
5. Quake
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original. Quake is a fps, classic and action game developed by id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 14,250 reviews of which 13,777 were positive and 473 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.4
13,777
473
81
players
6. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour
Frag like it’s 1996 – this time with even more asses to kick! Join the world’s greatest action hero in Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour as he saves Earth once again, kicking alien ass and saving babes across the globe along the way. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour is a fps, classic and action game developed by Nerve Software, Gearbox Software and LLC and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on October 11th 2016 has received 5,571 reviews of which 4,709 were positive and 862 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.2
4,709
862
55
players
7. Last Call BBS
Boot up your Z5 Powerlance and dial into Last Call BBS, the last game from Zachtronics! The Barkeep’s loaded up his retro computer with a full set of puzzle games for you to download and play. No need to worry about copy protection, they’re all fully cracked and ready to enjoy! Last Call BBS is a puzzle, retro and automation game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on August 03rd 2022 has received 1,378 reviews of which 1,275 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.8
1,275
103
40
players
8. DOOM 64
Play the enhanced version of the original game released on the Nintendo 64 in 1997. Years have passed since you stopped Hell’s invasion of Earth. Quarantined for humanity’s safety, the UAC research facilities on Mars were abandoned and forgotten...until now. DOOM 64 is a action, fps and classic game developed by id Software and Nightdive Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 7,616 reviews of which 7,124 were positive and 492 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.1
7,124
492
37
players
9. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,706 reviews of which 2,628 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 1990's games.
9.3
2,628
78
35
players
10. Touge Shakai
Touge Shakai (Mountain Pass Society) is an online Touge Racing Game based on Japanese car culture in the 90s. With an emphasis on balance between realism and fun gameplay, the physics are tailored for competitive drift racing, while giving a challenge to all players. Touge Shakai is a early access, racing and 1990's game developed and published by Raiyon Studios Pte Ltd. Released on January 07th 2023 has received 965 reviews of which 834 were positive and 131 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 1990's games.
8.2
834
131
29
players
Best deals on 1990's games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of 1990's games available on Steam right now, updated on April 19th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted 1990's games.
1. Last Call BBS
Boot up your Z5 Powerlance and dial into Last Call BBS, the last game from Zachtronics! The Barkeep’s loaded up his retro computer with a full set of puzzle games for you to download and play. No need to worry about copy protection, they’re all fully cracked and ready to enjoy! Last Call BBS is a puzzle, retro and automation game developed and published by Zachtronics. Released on August 03rd 2022 has received 1,378 reviews of which 1,275 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 1990's category.
8.8
1,275
103
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
2. Arcade Paradise
Manage profits, pick up gum, do the laundry and get coin to unlock arcade units and flip the family laundromat business to become an Arcade Paradise! Arcade Paradise is a adventure, arcade and management game developed by Nosebleed Interactive and published by Wired Productions. Released on August 11th 2022 has received 1,708 reviews of which 1,394 were positive and 314 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 1990's games.
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1,394
314
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. Amanda the Adventurer
Join Amanda and her pal Wooly on a series of adventures as they explore and learn about our wonderful world! With several NEW play-along, laugh-along, learn-along episodes there's always fun to be had! Just make sure to do everything Amanda says or she might get angry. Amanda the Adventurer is a horror, first-person and puzzle game developed by MANGLEDmaw Games and published by DreadXP. Released on April 25th 2023 has received 6,224 reviews of which 5,843 were positive and 381 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 89% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 1990's games.
9.1
5,843
381
-89%
9.09€
1.00€
4. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour
Frag like it’s 1996 – this time with even more asses to kick! Join the world’s greatest action hero in Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour as he saves Earth once again, kicking alien ass and saving babes across the globe along the way. Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour is a fps, classic and action game developed by Nerve Software, Gearbox Software and LLC and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on October 11th 2016 has received 5,571 reviews of which 4,709 were positive and 862 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.2
4,709
862
-87%
20.38€
2.65€
5. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,706 reviews of which 2,628 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.3
2,628
78
-85%
6.67€
1.00€
6. The Big Con
Hustle your way across ‘90s America as a runaway teen con artist. Choose how to make your scratch as you don disguises, pick pockets, and rip people off in this comedic crime-filled adventure. Experience the totally rad '90s in all its plaid and payphone glory! The Big Con is a 1990's, crime and comedy game developed by Mighty Yell and published by Skybound Games. Released on August 31st 2021 has received 877 reviews of which 825 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.8
825
52
-84%
14.63€
2.34€
7. Flashback
FLASHBACK™, the hit action-adventure game with over 2.2 million units sold, is back! Flashback is a adventure, action and platformer game developed by Paul Cuisset and published by Microids. Released on February 28th 2019 has received 551 reviews of which 431 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
7.4
431
120
-84%
9.75€
1.56€
8. PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC
PAC-MAN arrives home on his birthday to find the Ghosts have kidnapped PAC-MAN’s family and ruined his party! Off to the rescue, PAC-MAN sets out to Ghost Island! PAC-MAN WORLD Re-PAC is a 3d platformer, family friendly and 1990's game developed by NOW PRODUCTION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on August 25th 2022 has received 1,389 reviews of which 1,287 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
8.8
1,287
102
-80%
29.65€
5.93€
9. Wolfenstein 3D
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way. Wolfenstein 3D is a fps, retro and world war ii game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on August 03rd 2007 has received 3,876 reviews of which 3,620 were positive and 256 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 79% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.0
3,620
256
-79%
5.05€
1.06€
10. DOOM 64
Play the enhanced version of the original game released on the Nintendo 64 in 1997. Years have passed since you stopped Hell’s invasion of Earth. Quarantined for humanity’s safety, the UAC research facilities on Mars were abandoned and forgotten...until now. DOOM 64 is a action, fps and classic game developed by id Software and Nightdive Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 7,616 reviews of which 7,124 were positive and 492 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 1990's games.
9.1
7,124
492
-76%
4.92€
1.18€
Free 1990's games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play 1990's games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 19th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play 1990's games.
1. Exoblast
Exoblast is a mix of shoot’em up and arcade game, pimped with synthwave and pixelart. Choose your pilot, your ship and join the arena to confront other players in nervous and punitive matches. Impose your gameplay and reach the top of the tower! Exoblast is a retro, arcade and pixel graphics game developed and published by Dreamirl. Released on January 31st 2022 has received 314 reviews of which 251 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free 1990's games on Steam.
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251
63