Discounted 2.5D 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 2.5d games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free 2.5d games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Big Pharma
What if you had it in your power to rid the world of disease, to improve the lives of millions, to ease suffering and cure the sick… and earn a tidy profit? As the head of your own Pharmaceutical Conglomerate you have this power resting in your hands. Will you use it for good?
Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power
Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power is a platforming game of action, puzzles and adventure, and the sequel to the award winning Trine and Trine 2. Reunite with the three heroes in an all-new adventure, now for the first time in full 3D!
Mortal Kombat X
Experience the Next Generation of the #1 Fighting Franchise. Mortal Kombat X combines unparalleled, cinematic presentation with all new gameplay.
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2
Every world needs its heroes. However unlikely they may seem. Join Wilbur, Ivo, Nate and Critter in another classic point-and-click adventure in the wicked world of Aventásia. Help them fulfill their destiny. A destiny as yet unwritten.
This War of Mine
In This War Of Mine you do not play as an elite soldier, rather a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city; struggling with lack of food, medicine and constant danger from snipers and hostile scavengers. The game provides an experience of war seen from an entirely new angle.
REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Astebreed: Definitive Edition
Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.
Monochroma
Monochroma is a cinematic puzzle platformer. It’s a game about being a kid, growing up with a little brother that needs your help, facing obstacles and solving unique puzzles in a dystopian 1950's setting.
Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition enhances the bold new franchise to the fighting game genre from NetherRealm Studios. Featuring six new playable characters, over 30 new skins, and 60 new S.T.A.R. Labs missions, this edition packs a punch.
Megabyte Punch
Megabyte Punch is a fighting/beat ‘em up game in which you build your own fighter! As you travel through different environments, you battle other creatures to get their parts. Parts have their own powers and bonuses, like gun arms for a shoot ability or powerful hips for a devastating pelvic thrust attack.
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams - Rise of the Owlverlord
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams - Rise of the Owlverlord is a blistering platformer with morphing worlds, featuring seven brand new levels, a new boss and new gripping tracks from Chris Hülsbeck and Machinae Supremacy! Dash through tricky levels and transform the whole world at will in this fast-paced platformer.
Castle of Illusion
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.
Worms Clan Wars
Worms™ Clan Wars is the biggest and best Worms™ game to date - more worms, larger landscapes, more dynamic water, more weapons and more customisation items than ever before.
DuckTales: Remastered
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
FEZ
Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives.
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a blistering hardcore platformer with contrasting worlds.
Worms Revolution
Worms™ Revolution is the latest game in the classic turn-based strategy series to come to the PC.
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.Most played 2.5d games on Steam
Take a look at the top 2.5d games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 2025.
1. Galaxy Life
The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,942 reviews of which 7,269 were positive and 673 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played 2.5d game, thanks to its 373 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.9
7,269
673
373
players
2. OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
This game is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide. OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is a rpg, turn-based and jrpg game developed by Square Enix and ACQUIRE Corp. and published by Square Enix. Released on February 24th 2023 has received 13,258 reviews of which 12,593 were positive and 665 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 370 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 2.5d games based on player count.
9.2
12,593
665
370
players
3. INSIDE
Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere. INSIDE is a 2.5d, puzzle-platformer and atmospheric game developed and published by Playdead. Released on July 07th 2016 has received 67,087 reviews of which 65,025 were positive and 2,062 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 141 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 2.5d games based on player count.
9.5
65,025
2,062
141
players
4. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a jrpg, rpg and pixel graphics game developed by Rabbit & Bear Studios and published by 505 Games. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 3,788 reviews of which 2,953 were positive and 835 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 123 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
7.6
2,953
835
123
players
5. Selaco
Selaco is a brand new original shooter inspired by classics, featuring thrilling action set pieces, destructibility, smart enemies and a fleshed out story taking place within an immersive game world. Selaco is a fps, female protagonist and shooter game developed and published by Altered Orbit Studios. Released on May 31st 2024 has received 4,281 reviews of which 3,927 were positive and 354 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
8.8
3,927
354
48
players
6. Blood™ Fresh Supply
Battle an army of sycophantic cultists, zombies, gargoyles, hellhounds, and an insatiable host of horrors in your quest to defeat the evil Tchernobog. Squirm through 42 loathesome levels filled with more atmosphere than a Lovecraftian mausoleum. Blood™ Fresh Supply is a fps, shooter and 2.5d game developed by Nightdive Studios and Monolith Productions and published by Atari. Released on May 09th 2019 has received 6,986 reviews of which 6,683 were positive and 303 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
9.3
6,683
303
36
players
7. Beyond Citadel
Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath. Beyond Citadel is a fps, boomer shooter and female protagonist game developed and published by doekuramori. Released on January 02nd 2025 has received 2,020 reviews of which 1,952 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
9.2
1,952
68
36
players
8. Illusion Carnival
A lost soul wanders through a whimsical, eerie pop-up book like amusement park. Dive into fun-filled stages, encounter unique characters, fend off spirit erosion, and uncover the park's hidden secrets. The enchanting yet dark Illusion Carnival begins now. Illusion Carnival is a psychological horror, 2.5d and cute game developed and published by KiZ. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 4,206 reviews of which 4,128 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
9.4
4,128
78
34
players
9. FAR: Changing Tides
An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home. FAR: Changing Tides is a atmospheric, action-adventure and post-apocalyptic game developed by Okomotive and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on March 01st 2022 has received 4,487 reviews of which 4,158 were positive and 329 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
8.9
4,158
329
34
players
10. NEO: The World Ends with You
"Only the possibility of you can change our fate" Rindo comes to the grim realization that his life is on the line when he is forced to compete in the so-called "Reapers' Game." NEO: The World Ends with You is a rpg, jrpg and action rpg game developed by Square Enix and h.a.n.d. and published by Square Enix. Released on October 19th 2022 has received 891 reviews of which 822 were positive and 69 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 2.5d games.
8.7
822
69
24
players
Best deals on 2.5d games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of 2.5d 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 2.5d games.
1. Mayhem in Single Valley
In this fast-paced, puzzle-loaded action adventure, you’ll juggle housework, zombie hordes, family dinners and radioactive squirrels! Oh, and you have to prevent the end of the world while keeping everyone from finding out it was all your fault. Mayhem in Single Valley is a action, 2.5d and comedy game developed by Fluxscopic Ltd. and published by tinyBuild. Released on May 20th 2021 has received 309 reviews of which 267 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Featuring a massive 91% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 2.5d category.
8.0
267
42
-91%
14.67€
1.32€
2. FAR: Changing Tides
An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home. FAR: Changing Tides is a atmospheric, action-adventure and post-apocalyptic game developed by Okomotive and published by Frontier Foundry. Released on March 01st 2022 has received 4,487 reviews of which 4,158 were positive and 329 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 73% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 2.5d games.
8.9
4,158
329
-73%
20.30€
5.48€
3. Slap City
Slap City is a Seriously Fun platform fighter with a perfect mix of characters from the Ludosity universe. Play Locally or Online. Slap it hard in Ranked or fast and loose in Slap Ball game mode. We are the original inventors of Clutch Technology. Slap City is a indie, action and fighting game developed and published by Ludosity. Released on September 17th 2020 has received 2,861 reviews of which 2,709 were positive and 152 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 66% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 2.5d games.
9.1
2,709
152
-66%
19.41€
6.60€
4. Born of Bread
Get ready to go on a wacky and joyful turn-based RPG adventure! Play as Loaf, a freshly baked flour golem, and explore the different regions of a wonderful world ripe with mysteries with the help of a colorful cast of characters. Born of Bread is a party-based rpg, 2.5d and adventure game developed by WildArts Games and published by Dear Villagers. Released on December 05th 2023 has received 409 reviews of which 336 were positive and 73 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 65% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
7.7
336
73
-65%
24.99€
8.74€
5. NEO: The World Ends with You
"Only the possibility of you can change our fate" Rindo comes to the grim realization that his life is on the line when he is forced to compete in the so-called "Reapers' Game." NEO: The World Ends with You is a rpg, jrpg and action rpg game developed by Square Enix and h.a.n.d. and published by Square Enix. Released on October 19th 2022 has received 891 reviews of which 822 were positive and 69 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 60% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
8.7
822
69
-60%
60.70€
24.28€
6. Noobs Want to Live
Noobs Want to Live is a fast-paced roguelike featuring several characters and a large pool of skills to choose from (that synergize with one another, too!) Fight, kill, grow. Each run is a new chance to create a steamrolling build! Noobs Want to Live is a bullet hell, rogue-like and pixel graphics game developed by 元气弹工作室(GD Studio) and published by Lightning Games. Released on February 13th 2023 has received 4,843 reviews of which 4,347 were positive and 496 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 48% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
8.7
4,347
496
-48%
5.02€
2.61€
7. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is a jrpg, rpg and pixel graphics game developed by Rabbit & Bear Studios and published by 505 Games. Released on April 23rd 2024 has received 3,788 reviews of which 2,953 were positive and 835 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a 48% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
7.6
2,953
835
-48%
49.98€
25.99€
8. Writer's Life
In "Writer's Life", the player will play a novel lover, open their career as a novel writer. The hardships of writing, the anxiety of shelving a new book will bring you a new and exciting experience. Writer's Life is a casual, simulation and life sim game developed and published by 多极网络. Released on January 17th 2023 has received 534 reviews of which 420 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a 40% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
7.4
420
114
-40%
2.39€
1.43€
9. GuGu Pizza : Delivering Pizza to the Space Station? Boss, this is just not right!
GuGu Pizza’s motto is to deliver anywhere! So couldn't refuse the pineapple pizza order that came from the space station. Eventually, the pigeon deliveryman begins a high-altitude jump to deliver pizza to space, passing through the city, forest, and sky... GuGu Pizza : Delivering Pizza to the Space Station? Boss, this is just not right! is a indie, platformer and 2d platformer game developed and published by AnomalyGuys. Released on January 21st 2025 has received 343 reviews of which 299 were positive and 44 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a 25% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
8.1
299
44
-25%
6.89€
5.16€
10. Shin chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation The Endless Seven-Day Journey
Shin chan: Summer Vacation Experience Shin chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation The Endless Seven-Day Journey is a adventure, 2.5d and atmospheric game developed and published by Neos Corporation. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 398 reviews of which 330 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a 25% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 2.5d games.
7.8
330
68
-25%
29.83€
22.37€
Free 2.5d games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play 2.5d 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 2.5d games.
1. Galaxy Life
The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends! Galaxy Life is a strategy, city builder and wargame game developed and published by Phoenix Network. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,942 reviews of which 7,269 were positive and 673 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 373 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free 2.5d games on Steam.
8.9
7,269
673
373
players
2. Illusion Carnival
A lost soul wanders through a whimsical, eerie pop-up book like amusement park. Dive into fun-filled stages, encounter unique characters, fend off spirit erosion, and uncover the park's hidden secrets. The enchanting yet dark Illusion Carnival begins now. Illusion Carnival is a psychological horror, 2.5d and cute game developed and published by KiZ. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 4,206 reviews of which 4,128 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free 2.5d games on Steam.
9.4
4,128
78
34
players
3. WooLoop
Wrap, weave, and wind your wool! Build works of art strand by strand, one loop at a time, in this tranquil game of craftsmanship. Draw inspiration from the large exhibition of levels available and unwind with the soothing soundtrack. WooLoop is a casual, puzzle and colorful game developed and published by ToastieLabs. Released on January 13th 2023 has received 2,347 reviews of which 2,106 were positive and 241 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free 2.5d games on Steam.
8.6
2,106
241
16
players
4. All Walls Must Fall - A Tech-Noir Tactics Game
All Walls Must Fall is a Tech-Noir Tactics game set in Berlin 2089, where the Cold War never ended. All Walls Must Fall - A Tech-Noir Tactics Game is a tactical rpg, turn-based tactics and turn-based strategy game developed and published by inbetweengames. Released on February 23rd 2018 has received 354 reviews of which 252 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free 2.5d games on Steam.
6.8
252
102
1
players
5. You Will (Not) Remain
You must stay in your apartment as the city around you falls to an Eldritch horror. You Will (Not) Remain is a pixel graphics, lovecraftian and 2.5d game developed by Bedtime Phobias and published by No way and we're indie baby of course we don't have a publisher. Released on January 06th 2022 has received 2,447 reviews of which 2,259 were positive and 188 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free 2.5d games on Steam.
8.8
2,259
188