Best Arcade 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 arcade games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free arcade games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Cargo! The Quest for Gravity
Create crazy, yet functional, custom vehicles to solve missions with your own unique style!
Anomaly: Warzone Earth
Lead an armored squad through the perils of this reversed tower defense action-strategy game!
HOARD
YOU ARE THE DRAGON in this award-winning arcade strategy game. Burn villages, collect gold, and level up your dragon while playing 10 minute matches in single player or up to 4 player co-op and competitive modes. Over 30 levels and multiple game modes ensure you'll be burning for a long time!
Post Apocalyptic Mayhem
Battle up to five friends online in this over-the-top vehicular mayhem racer!
Revenge of the Titans
The ultimate mash-up of Real-time Strategy and Tower Defense!
BIT.TRIP RUNNER
Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.
Magicka
Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
A.R.E.S.: Extinction Agenda
You are the ultimate weapon with an ultimate sidekick – Collect secret items and get power ups to become the perfect weapon.
Bejeweled® 3
The biggest, brightest Bejeweled ever! Discover all-new ways to play the world’s #1 puzzle game. Find your perfect match with 8 breathtaking game modes that meet all your moods.
MX vs. ATV Reflex
Think fast and hang on to your ride as you take independent control of the rider and take the ultimate test of mettle. Dual controls let you tear it up with death-defying tricks and high-flying freestyle action. Fight for traction and dig up the track to leave your mark.
Flight Control HD
Control a never-ending stream of aircraft in this insanely addictive worldwide hit from Firemint! You’re an air traffic controller at an increasingly busy airport; just point and drag aircraft to their landing zones with your mouse or trackpad. Sounds easy? It isn’t!
Alien Breed 3: Descent
Experience the final explosive chapter in the Alien Breed series and uncover the horrifying truth surrounding the existence of the Breed. Launch discount good thru Nov. 24 10am PST.
BIT.TRIP BEAT
From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.
The Polynomial - Space of the music
Experience the music in a new way. Feel it pulse around you. The Polynomial is a 3D space shooter with unique, fractal based scenery that animates to the music.
Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light
Take control of Lara and her new partner Totec, a Mayan tribesman, and uncover the ancient artifact known as the "Mirror of Smoke" in this all new action adventure game.
Alien Breed 2: Assault
Can you survive the alien onslaught? Gamers across the world will now have a chance to play the next chapter in this high-budget, high-quality series.
Alien Breed: Impact
Experience the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise in an epic single player and co-op multiplayer campaign.
Beat Hazard
Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Fortix
Can you reclaim your ancestors’ land? Evil forces have taken over the once fertile land of Fortiana. You are the only one who can storm the castles and claw it back from the hordes of dragons. Experience a new type of strategy and arcade game. Fence off parts of the battlefield to corner your enemies.
Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing
SONIC AND SEGA ALL-STARS RACE FOR VICTORY IN A HIGH SPEED HIGH SKILL RACETRACK SHOWDOWN! TAKE TO THE TRACK BY CAR, MONSTER TRUCK, BIKE AND EVEN AEROPLANE IN SONIC & SEGA ALL-STARS RACING. Explore stunning new circuits including Sonic Seaside Hill, Curien Mansion and Blizzard Castle as you zip around medieval castle ramparts, hurtle...
Wings of Prey
Wings of Prey is based around the large-scale aerial combat and ground military operations of World War II. Players can participate in some of the war’s most famous battles piloting fighters, battle planes and bombers across a range of thrilling missions.
Most played arcade games on Steam
Take a look at the top arcade games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 2025.
1. Street Fighter™ 6
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub. Street Fighter™ 6 is a 2d fighter, fighting and character customization game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on June 01st 2023 has received 55,016 reviews of which 46,980 were positive and 8,036 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played arcade game, thanks to its 8,640 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.4
46,980
8,036
8,640
players
2. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon! Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery is a casual, adventure and point & click game developed by Multicast and published by MulticastGames. Released on November 15th 2024 has received 955 reviews of which 660 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. While seeing 2,891 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among arcade games based on player count.
6.7
660
295
2,891
players
3. Nubby's Number Factory
A plinko-style roguelike where you work at a number factory. Launch your spherical friend, Nubby, down a pegboard to make bigger and bigger numbers! But beware, if you fail to meet your number quota, the sun will explode. Nubby's Number Factory is a strategy, rogue-like and arcade game developed and published by MogDogBlog Productions. Released on March 07th 2025 has received 4,845 reviews of which 4,739 were positive and 106 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 2,242 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among arcade games based on player count.
9.4
4,739
106
2,242
players
4. Crab Champions
Claw your way across exotic islands combining fluid movement with fast paced combat to become a Crab Champion in this third person roguelike shooter. Crab Champions is a early access, action roguelike and soundtrack game developed and published by Noisestorm. Released on April 01st 2023 has received 26,260 reviews of which 25,722 were positive and 538 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 1,435 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played arcade games.
9.6
25,722
538
1,435
players
5. Rogue: Genesia
Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds. Rogue: Genesia is a action roguelike, bullet hell and rogue-lite game developed by Ouadi Huard and published by Ouadi Huard and Gamersky Games. Released on March 07th 2025 has received 7,274 reviews of which 6,649 were positive and 625 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 689 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played arcade games.
8.9
6,649
625
689
players
6. 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 7,870 reviews of which 7,059 were positive and 811 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 674 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played arcade games.
8.7
7,059
811
674
players
7. The Crew Motorfest
Welcome to Motorfest, the ultimate open-world driving experience. Explore the Hawaiian islands of O'ahu and Maui. Celebrate the best of car culture through 20+ themed campaigns (street racing, offroad, drift...) and collect hundreds of iconic vehicles. Enjoy the game free for five hours! The Crew Motorfest is a racing, arcade and open world game developed by Ubisoft Ivory Tower and published by Ubisoft. Released on April 18th 2024 has received 7,288 reviews of which 5,685 were positive and 1,603 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 644 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played arcade games.
7.6
5,685
1,603
644
players
8. TEKKEN 7
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals. TEKKEN 7 is a fighting, action and multiplayer game developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on June 01st 2017 has received 92,320 reviews of which 76,748 were positive and 15,572 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 628 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played arcade games.
8.2
76,748
15,572
628
players
9. Zuma Deluxe
Deep in the jungle lie hidden temples bursting with traps and trickery, and it's up to you to uncover their treasures. Fire magical balls from your stone frog idol to make matches of three or more and clear the deadly chain before it reaches the golden skull. Zuma Deluxe is a match 3, puzzle and arcade game developed by PopCap Games and Inc. and published by PopCap Games, Inc. and Electronic Arts. Released on August 30th 2006 has received 5,197 reviews of which 4,952 were positive and 245 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 533 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played arcade games.
9.2
4,952
245
533
players
10. Slapshot: Rebound
Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players! Slapshot: Rebound is a early access, sports and arcade game developed and published by Oddshot Games. Released on April 11th 2024 has received 8,613 reviews of which 7,247 were positive and 1,366 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 451 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played arcade games.
8.2
7,247
1,366
451
players
Best deals on arcade games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of arcade 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 arcade games.
1. Inertial Drift
An arcade racer that tears up the rule book with innovative twin-stick controls, completely re-imagined driving mechanics and a huge roster of fiercely individual cars and tracks. Inertial Drift is a racing, indie and arcade game developed by Level 91 Entertainment and published by PQube. Released on September 11th 2020 has received 1,329 reviews of which 1,147 were positive and 182 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for arcade category.
8.2
1,147
182
-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 arcade games.
7.8
1,394
314
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
3. Hotshot Racing
Hotshot Racing is a blisteringly fast arcade-style racing game fusing drift handling, razor-sharp retro visuals and an incredible sense of speed to create an exhilarating driving experience. Hotshot Racing is a racing, indie and arcade game developed by Sumo Digital Ltd and Lucky Mountain Games and published by Curve Games. Released on September 10th 2020 has received 2,159 reviews of which 1,647 were positive and 512 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in arcade games.
7.4
1,647
512
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
4. Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!
Cook, serve and manage your food truck as you dish out hundreds of different foods across war-torn America in this massive sequel to the million-selling series! Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?! is a typing, management and difficult game developed and published by Vertigo Gaming Inc.. Released on October 14th 2020 has received 2,135 reviews of which 1,942 were positive and 193 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for arcade games.
8.7
1,942
193
-94%
16.67€
1.00€
5. Paper Planet
Paper Planet is a planet-defender, arcade roguelike with a doodley, Flash-inspired artstyle. Battle through waves of unique enemies and bosses. Combine items with strange and wacky effects for insanely overpowered runs. Play with 1-4 players, for some chaotic co-op fun! Paper Planet is a action roguelike, tower defense and bullet hell game developed by Doodlegames and published by 2 Left Thumbs. Released on August 21st 2023 has received 466 reviews of which 407 were positive and 59 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for arcade games.
8.2
407
59
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
6. Bee Simulator
Live the big adventure of a small bee! Explore a world brimming with life in which you collect pollen, defy dangerous wasps and save your hive! Play with others in three game modes, including four players co-op and PvP on split screen. Bee Simulator is a flight, family friendly and adventure game developed by VARSAV Game Studios and published by Untold Tales. Released on November 17th 2020 has received 1,258 reviews of which 929 were positive and 329 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for arcade games.
7.1
929
329
-92%
19.13€
1.53€
7. Heretic's Fork
Dear candidate, we are pleased to invite you to take up the position of manager of Hell. You will punish sinners by using our deck-building computer system to construct hellish towers capable of keeping the endless hordes of the underworld in check. Best of luck! Heretic's Fork is a deckbuilding, tower defense and arcade game developed by 9FingerGames and published by Ravenage Games. Released on September 13th 2023 has received 3,500 reviews of which 2,998 were positive and 502 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for arcade games.
8.3
2,998
502
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
8. Bang Bang Racing
Be one step ahead of your competitors, finding shortcuts, repairing your car in the pit lane, and dominating your opponents from the top-down view. Bang Bang Racing is a racing, arcade and local multiplayer game developed by Digital Reality Software & Playbox and published by HandyGames. Released on June 08th 2012 has received 630 reviews of which 518 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for arcade games.
7.8
518
112
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
9. Polygoneer
Test your reflexes in POLYGONEER, defend yourself from prolygonal shapes taht comes from everywhere, just hitting is not enough you need to match the right color shot to the polygon too! Are you ready for the challenge? Polygoneer is a indie, casual and action game developed and published by NukGames. Released on August 24th 2017 has received 1,653 reviews of which 1,312 were positive and 341 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for arcade games.
7.6
1,312
341
-90%
4.99€
0.49€
10. Truck Racer
Take control of five tons of metal and power, and floor it until you reach the finish line!Drive fully destructible trucks in Championship, Time Attack, Elimination and Quick Race. Get rid of opponents trying to block your way and make a reputation for yourself! Truck Racer is a racing, automobile sim and action game developed by Kylotonn Entertainment and published by Plug In Digital and Nacon. Released on October 18th 2013 has received 365 reviews of which 280 were positive and 85 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for arcade games.
7.2
280
85
-90%
9.99€
0.99€
Free arcade games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play arcade 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 arcade games.
1. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon! Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery is a casual, adventure and point & click game developed by Multicast and published by MulticastGames. Released on November 15th 2024 has received 955 reviews of which 660 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 2,891 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free arcade games on Steam.
6.7
660
295
2,891
players
2. 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 7,870 reviews of which 7,059 were positive and 811 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 674, this arcade game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free arcade games on Steam.
8.7
7,059
811
674
players
3. Slapshot: Rebound
Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players! Slapshot: Rebound is a early access, sports and arcade game developed and published by Oddshot Games. Released on April 11th 2024 has received 8,613 reviews of which 7,247 were positive and 1,366 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 451, this arcade game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free arcade games on Steam.
8.2
7,247
1,366
451
players
4. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere! Metal Slug: Awakening is a shoot 'em up, 2d platformer and arcade game developed by Tencent and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on July 19th 2024 has received 3,113 reviews of which 2,106 were positive and 1,007 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 386 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free arcade games on Steam.
6.6
2,106
1,007
386
players
5. Disney Speedstorm
Welcome to Disney Speedstorm! Drift into the ultimate hero-based combat racing game, set on high-speed circuits inspired by Disney and Pixar worlds. Master each character’s unique skills and claim victory in this thrilling arcade racing experience from the creators of the Asphalt series! Disney Speedstorm is a racing, multiplayer and action game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on April 18th 2023 has received 7,096 reviews of which 4,784 were positive and 2,312 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 312 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free arcade games on Steam.
6.6
4,784
2,312
312
players
6. Ninja Kiwi Archive
Enjoy some of the best loved Flash games of the past in this awesome time capsule of over 60 Ninja Kiwi classics. Experience a piece of history and play the original Flash games that spawned the worldwide phenomenon of Bloons TD. Ninja Kiwi Archive is a casual, arcade and strategy game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on July 08th 2020 has received 5,388 reviews of which 5,059 were positive and 329 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 173 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free arcade games on Steam.
9.1
5,059
329
173
players
7. Arcadegeddon
Rise up and play with up to three friends in this ever-evolving cooperative multiplayer, roguelite shooter. Explore multiple biomes, mini games, find hidden chests, and defeat numerous enemies and bosses. Arcadegeddon is a rogue-lite, arcade and action game developed by IllFonic and published by IllFonic Publishing. Released on July 18th 2023 has received 593 reviews of which 437 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 124 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free arcade games on Steam.
7.0
437
156
124
players
8. Pinball FX3
Pinball FX3 is the biggest, most community focused pinball game ever created. Multiplayer matchups, user generated tournaments and league play create endless opportunity for pinball competition. Pinball FX3 is a pinball, free to play and simulation game developed and published by Zen Studios. Released on September 26th 2017 has received 5,144 reviews of which 4,521 were positive and 623 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 110 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free arcade games on Steam.
8.5
4,521
623
110
players
9. Pinball FX
Pinball FX is digital pinball evolved. Get the highest score on tables inspired by the biggest brands in entertainment. New tables arrive frequently! Pinball FX is a free to play, pinball and arcade game developed and published by Zen Studios. Released on April 13th 2023 has received 2,055 reviews of which 1,429 were positive and 626 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free arcade games on Steam.
6.8
1,429
626
86
players
10. DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters
The free version of the final word in fighting entertainment - DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round! DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Last Round: Core Fighters is a pvp and 3d fighter game developed by Team NINJA, KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD. and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on March 30th 2015 has received 9,951 reviews of which 6,837 were positive and 3,114 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free arcade games on Steam.
6.8
6,837
3,114
71
players