Best Cartoon 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 cartoon games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free cartoon games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Castle of Illusion
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.
Skullgirls 2nd Encore
--Main Stage Game at Evo 2022!-- The ultimate Skullgirls experience: Featuring 14 hand-animated characters, fully voiced story mode, countless palettes, and unparalleled GGPO-based multiplayer netcode.
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.
Dragon's Lair
Haven't heard of Dragon's Lair?! Well, you play the heroic Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon! Originally released in the summer of 1983, Dragon's Lair has solidified itself as a cultural icon in gaming.
Torchlight II
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.
Awesomenauts - the 2D moba
Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game for FREE now! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!
Shank 2
The fan-favorite 2D brawler is back as ex-mob hit man Shank returns to action in Shank 2. With those closest to him under attack, Shank is once again forced on the offensive. Now he must put his trusty arsenal of handguns, shotguns, automatic weapons, chainsaws, machetes, grenades, plus all-new weaponry and moves to use in order to...
Monday Night Combat
Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter… and the most popular lethal sport of the future!
Broken Sword 2 - the Smoking Mirror: Remastered (2010)
‘Broken Sword - The Smoking Mirror: Remastered’ is a stunning update to the multi million-selling original. A mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which journalist Nico Collard and her adventuring companion George Stobbart must overcome powerful forces from fulfilling their evil ambitions.
Torchlight
Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.
Tales of Monkey Island: Complete Season
While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.
Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!Most played cartoon games on Steam
Take a look at the top cartoon games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.
1. Cuphead
Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings. Cuphead is a difficult, cartoon and co-op game developed and published by Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc.. Released on September 29th 2017 has received 181,902 reviews of which 175,203 were positive and 6,699 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 cartoon game, thanks to its 1,697 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
175,203
6,699
1,697
players
2. Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication
An animated incremental game about cloning livestock. Make as many moon sheep as you can. Research technology, upgrade your operation and become a clone farm billionaire! Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication is a clicker, hand-drawn and idler game developed and published by CarlMorganArt. Released on October 02nd 2024 has received 554 reviews of which 482 were positive and 72 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 231 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among cartoon games based on player count.
8.2
482
72
231
players
3. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD
While a formidable evil emerges, an unexpected alliance is taking shape! It will take the finest warriors of Linirea and the relentless Dark Army to stop it. Beware! Though they may journey side by side the ever-changing winds of fate could swiftly alter their course. Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD is a strategy, tower defense and 2d game developed and published by Ironhide Game Studio. Released on July 25th 2024 has received 8,594 reviews of which 7,520 were positive and 1,074 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 179 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among cartoon games based on player count.
8.5
7,520
1,074
179
players
4. Bloons Adventure Time TD
Defend Ooo from the Bloon invasion in this epic tower defense crossover. Bloons Adventure Time TD is a strategy, action and tower defense game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on January 16th 2019 has received 4,242 reviews of which 3,693 were positive and 549 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.4
3,693
549
88
players
5. Bear and Breakfast
Bear and Breakfast is a laid-back management adventure game where you build and run a bed and breakfast...but you’re a bear. Bear and Breakfast is a cartoon, economy and life sim game developed by Gummy Cat and published by Armor Games Studios. Released on July 28th 2022 has received 4,812 reviews of which 4,340 were positive and 472 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.7
4,340
472
62
players
6. Poly Bridge 3
The best just got better! Rediscover your engineering creativity in this genre-defining bridge engineering and puzzle solving masterpiece. Poly Bridge 3 is a simulation, puzzle and building game developed and published by Dry Cactus. Released on May 30th 2023 has received 1,586 reviews of which 1,525 were positive and 61 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cartoon games.
9.1
1,525
61
46
players
7. KAKU: Ancient Seal
An Open world Action adventure combining exploration with puzzles and dynamic combat. Go on a journey across a sprawling continent as Kaku, a boy tasked to restore balance to the land. Brave the four elemental regions with the help of Piggy, his powerful companion and conquer their lords. KAKU: Ancient Seal is a open world, action rpg and action-adventure game developed and published by BINGOBELL. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 911 reviews of which 695 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cartoon games.
7.3
695
216
38
players
8. Mizi NO!
In this free 2D puzzle game, you must reassemble broken objects that your cat has knocked over. Mizi NO! is a casual, puzzle and 2d game developed and published by DU&I. Released on August 22nd 2024 has received 1,534 reviews of which 1,521 were positive and 13 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cartoon games.
9.4
1,521
13
25
players
9. I Am Fish
I Am Fish is a charming, physics-based adventure starring four intrepid fish friends, forcibly separated from their home in a pet shop fish tank. Swim, fly, roll and chomp your way to the open ocean in a bid for freedom and to re-unite once again. I Am Fish is a adventure, simulation and 3d platformer game developed by Bossa Studios and published by Curve Games. Released on September 16th 2021 has received 2,896 reviews of which 2,110 were positive and 786 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cartoon games.
7.1
2,110
786
25
players
10. Just Another Night Shift
Just Another Night Shift is a casual competitive 1v1 or 2v2 PvP stealth strategy game. Play as a Thief and as a Security Guard. Steal the statue and try to prevent it in this 3D indie game. Grab a friend and work THE NIGHT SHIFT of your life. Join us for hours of fun gameplay with your friends! Just Another Night Shift is a casual, strategy and real time tactics game developed and published by JANS Dev Team. Released on March 28th 2024 has received 592 reviews of which 543 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cartoon games.
8.6
543
49
19
players
Best deals on cartoon games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of cartoon games available on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted cartoon games.
1. Splasher
Splasher is a fun and challenging 2D Platformer filled with humor and surprises. Armed with a paint cannon, you’ll face the dangers of the Inkorp mega-factory in order to save your companions, the Splashers, and put an end to the Machiavellian projects of the evil boss, Le Docteur. Splasher is a indie, action and platformer game developed by Splashteam and published by Dear Villagers. Released on February 07th 2017 has received 1,107 reviews of which 1,027 were positive and 80 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 90% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cartoon category.
8.8
1,027
80
-90%
14.99€
1.49€
2. CHUCHEL
CHUCHEL is a comedy adventure game from the creators of Machinarium, Botanicula and Samorost. Join the hairy hero Chuchel and his rival Kekel as they will be facing numerous puzzles and challenges in their quest to retrieve the precious cherry! CHUCHEL is a casual, comedy and funny game developed and published by Amanita Design. Released on March 07th 2018 has received 3,940 reviews of which 3,309 were positive and 631 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 66% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in cartoon games.
8.1
3,309
631
-66%
9.88€
3.36€
3. Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion
Ahoy! The Land of Ooo is underwater and it’s up to Finn and Jake to find out why. Join our heroes as they explore the high seas, search for hidden clues, interrogate shady suspects and fight pirates to solve the mystery and save their waterlogged world! Adventure Time: Pirates of the Enchiridion is a rpg, adventure and cartoon game developed by Climax Studios and published by Outright Games Ltd.. Released on July 17th 2018 has received 881 reviews of which 788 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 55% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cartoon games.
8.4
788
93
-55%
24.99€
11.24€
4. KAKU: Ancient Seal
An Open world Action adventure combining exploration with puzzles and dynamic combat. Go on a journey across a sprawling continent as Kaku, a boy tasked to restore balance to the land. Brave the four elemental regions with the help of Piggy, his powerful companion and conquer their lords. KAKU: Ancient Seal is a open world, action rpg and action-adventure game developed and published by BINGOBELL. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 911 reviews of which 695 were positive and 216 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 55% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
7.3
695
216
-55%
24.42€
10.99€
5. Ben 10
Ben, Gwen, and Grandpa Max once again have their cross-country road trip in the Rust Bucket cut short by super villains and their evil, world-threatening plans. As Ben Tennyson, it’s up to you to save the world. Ben 10 is a action, family friendly and cartoony game developed by Torus Games and published by Outright Games Ltd.. Released on November 15th 2017 has received 437 reviews of which 334 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 55% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
7.2
334
103
-55%
24.99€
11.24€
6. DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION
DR LIVESEY: AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHA, gentlemen, from now on, rom and death means the same thing for you. DR LIVESEY ROM AND DEATH EDITION is a action, cartoon and hand-drawn game developed and published by Agafonoff. Released on February 13th 2023 has received 13,275 reviews of which 12,557 were positive and 718 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 51% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
9.2
12,557
718
-51%
0.99€
0.49€
7. Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure
BBR2: Island Adventure is a mayhem-filled kart-racer with an emphasis on split screen fun and game rule customization. Customize and save your own zany race rules for epic contests with up to 8 local players. Beach Buggy Racing 2: Island Adventure is a racing, controller and split screen game developed and published by Vector Unit. Released on March 10th 2021 has received 632 reviews of which 581 were positive and 51 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.6
581
51
-50%
15.79€
7.89€
8. The Jackbox Party Starter
Get the party started with The Jackbox Party Starter! Featuring three updated titles: Quiplash 3, Trivia Murder Party 2 and Tee K.O., this starter pack is sure to entertain! The Jackbox Party Starter is a casual, trivia and 2d game developed and published by Jackbox Games and Inc.. Released on June 29th 2022 has received 427 reviews of which 400 were positive and 27 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a 46% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
8.7
400
27
-46%
20.02€
10.81€
9. Staffer Reborn
Staffer Reborn is a game of supernatural abilities and logical deduction set in 1960s America. It tells the story of a man trapped in a cycle of death and resurrection caused by his supernatural ability and the investigator who was recruited to help. Staffer Reborn is a adventure, investigation and story rich game developed and published by Team Tetrapod. Released on April 26th 2024 has received 680 reviews of which 655 were positive and 25 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a 32% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for cartoon games.
9.0
655
25
-32%
2.99€
2.03€
Free cartoon games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play cartoon games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play cartoon games.
1. Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication
An animated incremental game about cloning livestock. Make as many moon sheep as you can. Research technology, upgrade your operation and become a clone farm billionaire! Finn Dorset's Institute For Livestock Replication is a clicker, hand-drawn and idler game developed and published by CarlMorganArt. Released on October 02nd 2024 has received 554 reviews of which 482 were positive and 72 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 231 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free cartoon games on Steam.
8.2
482
72
231
players
2. Bloons Adventure Time TD
Defend Ooo from the Bloon invasion in this epic tower defense crossover. Bloons Adventure Time TD is a strategy, action and tower defense game developed and published by Ninja Kiwi. Released on January 16th 2019 has received 4,242 reviews of which 3,693 were positive and 549 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free cartoon games on Steam.
8.4
3,693
549
88
players
3. Mizi NO!
In this free 2D puzzle game, you must reassemble broken objects that your cat has knocked over. Mizi NO! is a casual, puzzle and 2d game developed and published by DU&I. Released on August 22nd 2024 has received 1,534 reviews of which 1,521 were positive and 13 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free cartoon games on Steam.
9.4
1,521
13
25
players