Best Crime 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 crime games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free crime games are available at the bottom of the page.
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[Chilla's Art] Jisatsu | 自撮
Jisatsu | 自撮 is a Japanese found footage mockumentary horror game.
Ready or Not
Ready or Not is an intense, tactical, first-person shooter that depicts a modern-day world in which SWAT police units are called to defuse hostile and confronting situations.
RoboCop: Rogue City
Become the legendary part man, part machine, all cop hero and deliver justice in Old Detroit.
Back to the Dawn
You were framed and incarcerated. Learn to survive in prison. Explore every inch and exploit any weakness. Manipulate and scheme. Make friends (or foes) with fellow inmates and with their help, break out of prison.
This Bed We Made
This Bed We Made is a third-person mystery game in which you play as a maid in a 1950s hotel and snoop around strangers' rooms to uncover their deadly secrets. Discover what links guests together in this tale of love, heartbreak and murder!
Midnight Heist
Go on heists through Midnight City alone or with up to three friends to fulfill tasks as a hacker for various organizations. Improve your reputation, earn money and uncover the secrets of shady companies in this co-op horror game.
Scene Investigators
Scene Investigators is a hardcore deductive reasoning game for fans of the "true crime" genre. Step into re-created crime scenes, observe closely for pieces of evidence, analyze possible motives behind the crimes, and uncover what truly happened.
Fears to Fathom - Ironbark Lookout
Jack Nelson, a 24-year-old fire lookout, transferred to a new outpost. As he settled into his new home, he couldn't shake the feeling that something was off, little did he know what was transpiring down in Ironbark State Park.
Agatha Christie - Murder on the Orient Express
Step on board the legendary Orient Express and immerse yourself in the most famous detective suit in a race against the clock to unmask the murderer.
BLACK BOX LSS - The Shining Immortal
Immerse yourself in a pixel-art visual novel that blends thrilling crime, romantic comedy, and the pursuit of love. This game depicts the story of a new employee pursuing his female boss.
Thief Simulator 2
The door to your robber’s career is waiting! Just crowbar the lock off and force your way through the threshold. Learn skills, collect tools and become a master of the thieving trade!
Definitely Not Fried Chicken
Definitely Not Fried Chicken is a business management sim with a Twist! Grow your drugs trade through legitimate fronts by managing both sides of the business. Acquire new "businesses", meet new clientele, Develop more potent narcotics, make lots of money and leave a city in ruin!
Fading Afternoon
Seiji Maruyama is a middle-aged yakuza recently released from prison. Known as "Gozuki" (one of the demon generals from Buddhist mythology) he is the power that his oyabun counts on. But there is one thing his aniki is not taking into account: Maruyama is getting old.
Crime O'Clock
Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man!
The Break-In
Steal everything. Even the people. The Break-In lets you take whatever you want, from TVs to fridges to toilets. And all in 1-4 player co-op, VR and non VR. Select your getaway vehicle, anything from a bicycle to a stolen police van, and load up with gear like hammers and rocket boosters, and steal.
Shadows of Forbidden Gods
Take on the role of a Dark Elder God and lead your agents to bring about an apocalypse in a fantasy world. Work in the shadows, avoiding the heroes who will try to stop you, as you bring about plague and famine, ice age and volcanic destruction, madness and never ending night.
SharpShooter3D
SharpShooter3D is a first-person subculture shooter in the best old school traditions. Burn! Destroy! Kill! Kill! Kill!![[Chilla's Art] Night Security | 夜間警備](https://shared.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/2367230/header.jpg)
[Chilla's Art] Night Security | 夜間警備
Night Security | 夜間警備 is a Japanese psychological horror game about night security.
Flashing Lights - Police, Firefighting, Emergency Services (EMS) Simulator
Play solo or in up to 10-player multiplayer co-op! Flashing Lights is an open world police, firefighting and EMS simulator game with plenty of opportunity for role-play or more relaxed fun with friends. Become the law or save lives! Discover leagues of player-created mods!
Staffer Case: A Supernatural Mystery Adventure
Staffer Case is a new sort of mystery game, asking players to find clues, arrange them into documents, and point out the contradictions between them to solve a series of murders. Each mystery unraveled leads you closer to the truth lying at the heart of each case!
Unboxing the Cryptic Killer
Unravel the mystery of a cryptic box in this 2-player co-op puzzle game. Join forces as two detectives, solve cooperative puzzles, communicate effectively, crack the codes and outsmart the killer.
Mohism: Battle of Words
Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. The game follows Zhang Xiaochen, investigates unsolved cases and comes into his own as a hero. He must rely on his wits and razor-sharp tongue to best his opponents, find the culprit and ensure justice prevails!
Fast and Low
Fast and Low is a VR Tactical Shooter mixed with a traditional FPS. Players can play solo, locally via asymmetric multiplayer or play together online to breach rooms, neutralize hostiles, and rescue civilians. 'Cause when the bad guys gotta go...you gotta hit 'em Fast...and you gotta hit 'em Low.
Most played crime games on Steam
Take a look at the top crime games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 15th 2025.
1. Schedule I
From small-time dope pusher to kingpin - manufacture and distribute a range of drugs throughout the grungy city of Hyland Point. Expand your empire with properties, businesses, employees and more. Schedule I is a simulation, co-op and crime game developed and published by TVGS. Released on March 24th 2025 has received 119,942 reviews of which 118,236 were positive and 1,706 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played crime game, thanks to its 304,053 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
118,236
1,706
304,053
players
2. Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced
Experience entertainment blockbusters Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online — now upgraded for a new generation with stunning visuals, faster loading, 3D audio, and more, plus exclusive content for GTA Online players. Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced is a action, open world and multiplayer game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Released on March 04th 2025 has received 38,602 reviews of which 24,147 were positive and 14,455 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. While seeing 30,605 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among crime games based on player count.
6.2
24,147
14,455
30,605
players
3. Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition
Niko Bellic, Johnny Klebitz and Luis Lopez all have one thing in common - they live in the worst city in America. Liberty City worships money and status, and is heaven for those who have them and a living nightmare for those who don't. Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition is a open world, action and automobile sim game developed by Rockstar North and Rockstar Toronto and published by Rockstar Games. Released on March 24th 2020 has received 172,475 reviews of which 142,079 were positive and 30,396 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 2,616 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among crime games based on player count.
8.2
142,079
30,396
2,616
players
4. Crime Scene Cleaner
Once you get tangled with the mob, you will forever be a part of the mob. At least they pay a decent salary and all you have to do is clean up after their dirty work, but you know what you’re doing. So clean crime scenes, earn as much money as you can, and get ready for the next mission. Crime Scene Cleaner is a simulation, crime and gore game developed by President Studio and published by President Studio and PlayWay S.A.. Released on August 14th 2024 has received 20,494 reviews of which 20,076 were positive and 418 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 1,439 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played crime games.
9.6
20,076
418
1,439
players
5. Yakuza 0
SEGA’s legendary Japanese series finally comes to PC. Fight like hell through Tokyo and Osaka as junior yakuza Kiryu and Majima. Take a front row seat to 1980s life in Japan in an experience unlike anything else in video gaming, with uncapped framerates and 4K resolutions. A legend is born. Yakuza 0 is a story rich, action and beat 'em up game developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA. Released on August 01st 2018 has received 72,708 reviews of which 69,524 were positive and 3,184 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 1,280 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played crime games.
9.4
69,524
3,184
1,280
players
6. Mafia: Definitive Edition
An inadvertent brush with the mob thrusts cabdriver Tommy Angelo into the world of organized crime. Initially uneasy about falling in with the Salieri family, the rewards become too big to ignore. Mafia: Definitive Edition is a open world, crime and action game developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K. Released on September 24th 2020 has received 88,149 reviews of which 76,735 were positive and 11,414 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 1,213 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played crime games.
8.6
76,735
11,414
1,213
players
7. Mafia II: Definitive Edition
War hero Vito Scaletta becomes entangled with the mob in hopes of paying his father’s debts. Vito works to prove himself, climbing the family ladder with crimes of larger reward and consequence. Mafia II: Definitive Edition is a action, adventure and open world game developed by Hangar 13 and D3T and published by 2K. Released on May 19th 2020 has received 29,053 reviews of which 21,044 were positive and 8,009 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. With 804 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played crime games.
7.1
21,044
8,009
804
players
8. Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition
The Definitive Edition of the critically acclaimed, award winning open-world action adventure, reworked, rebuilt and re-mastered for the new generation. With all previously available DLC included and a wealth of tech and visual improvements, Hong Kong has never felt so alive. Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Edition is a open world, action and martial arts game developed by United Front Games and published by Feral interactive (Mac) and Square Enix. Released on October 08th 2014 has received 67,971 reviews of which 63,631 were positive and 4,340 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 757 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played crime games.
9.2
63,631
4,340
757
players
9. Thief Simulator
Become the best thief. Gather intel, steal things and sell them to buy hi-tech equipment. Do everything that a real thief does. Thief Simulator is a simulation, stealth and singleplayer game developed by Noble Muffins and published by PlayWay S.A.. Released on November 09th 2018 has received 35,105 reviews of which 30,993 were positive and 4,112 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 686 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played crime games.
8.7
30,993
4,112
686
players
10. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas: It’s the early ’90s. After a couple of cops frame him for homicide, Carl ‘CJ’ Johnson is forced on a journey that takes him across the entire state of San Andreas, to save his family and to take control of the streets. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas – The Definitive Edition is a open world and action game developed and published by Rockstar Games. Released on January 19th 2023 has received 8,315 reviews of which 6,334 were positive and 1,981 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. With 635 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played crime games.
7.4
6,334
1,981
635
players
Best deals on crime games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of crime games available on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted crime games.
1. Hot Brass
As an elite SWAT operator, think fast and put your tactics to the test to master a series of missions and save lives. Summon your team of up to four players in online and local co-op, or hone your skills solo. Don’t just be the best—be the best of the best. Hot Brass is a real time tactics, stealth and crime game developed by Walk with Kings and published by Treasure Hunters FanClub. Released on February 26th 2021 has received 641 reviews of which 485 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 93% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for crime category.
7.2
485
156
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
2. The Swindle
The Swindle is a steampunk cybercrime caper about breaking into buildings, hacking their systems, stealing all their cash, and quickly running away again before the police show up. The Swindle is a crime, indie and action game developed and published by Size Five Games. Released on July 28th 2015 has received 608 reviews of which 387 were positive and 221 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in crime games.
6.2
387
221
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
3. Omerta - City of Gangsters
Omerta - City of Gangsters is a simulation game with tactical turn-based combat. Taking the role of a fresh-from-the-boat immigrant, with dreams of the big life, the player will work his way up the criminal hierarchy of 1920’s Atlantic City. Omerta - City of Gangsters is a crime, strategy and management game developed by Haemimont Games and published by Kalypso Media Digital. Released on January 31st 2013 has received 2,330 reviews of which 1,551 were positive and 779 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 92% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in crime games.
6.5
1,551
779
-92%
14.38€
1.15€
4. Thief Simulator
Become the best thief. Gather intel, steal things and sell them to buy hi-tech equipment. Do everything that a real thief does. Thief Simulator is a simulation, stealth and singleplayer game developed by Noble Muffins and published by PlayWay S.A.. Released on November 09th 2018 has received 35,105 reviews of which 30,993 were positive and 4,112 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.7
30,993
4,112
-91%
18.89€
1.70€
5. Interrogation: You will be deceived
As a detective tasked with bringing down a dangerous terrorist group, you fight on two fronts: interrogating suspects & managing your team and its reputation. With time running out, how far will you go to stop these criminals? Manipulation, threats or even torture? Does the end justify the means? Interrogation: You will be deceived is a detective, noir and crime game developed by Critique Gaming and published by Assemble Entertainment. Released on December 05th 2019 has received 339 reviews of which 269 were positive and 70 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for crime games.
7.4
269
70
-90%
12.99€
1.29€
6. Drug Dealer Simulator
Have you ever considered creating your own crime empire, without the legal and moral consequences? SIMULATE IT! Crawl into the dark alleys of the street business in this OG drug-dealing game, and make a fortune! A co-op sequel – DDS2 – is out NOW Drug Dealer Simulator is a simulation, crime and action game developed by Byterunners and published by Movie Games S.A.. Released on April 16th 2020 has received 23,569 reviews of which 17,901 were positive and 5,668 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for crime games.
7.5
17,901
5,668
-87%
17.08€
2.22€
7. Mafia: Definitive Edition
An inadvertent brush with the mob thrusts cabdriver Tommy Angelo into the world of organized crime. Initially uneasy about falling in with the Salieri family, the rewards become too big to ignore. Mafia: Definitive Edition is a open world, crime and action game developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K. Released on September 24th 2020 has received 88,149 reviews of which 76,735 were positive and 11,414 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.6
76,735
11,414
-85%
39.00€
5.85€
8. 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 867 reviews of which 816 were positive and 51 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.8
816
51
-84%
14.63€
2.34€
9. This Is the Police
This Is the Police is a strategy/adventure game set in a city spiraling the drain. Taking the role of gritty Police Chief Jack Boyd, you'll dive into a deep story of crime and intrigue. Will Jack reach his retirement with a nice stack of bills, or will he end up broken ... or worse? This Is the Police is a strategy, management and story rich game developed by Weappy Studio and published by THQ Nordic. Released on August 02nd 2016 has received 10,563 reviews of which 8,749 were positive and 1,814 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 82% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.1
8,749
1,814
-82%
14.72€
2.65€
10. Mafia II: Definitive Edition
War hero Vito Scaletta becomes entangled with the mob in hopes of paying his father’s debts. Vito works to prove himself, climbing the family ladder with crimes of larger reward and consequence. Mafia II: Definitive Edition is a action, adventure and open world game developed by Hangar 13 and D3T and published by 2K. Released on May 19th 2020 has received 29,053 reviews of which 21,044 were positive and 8,009 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 79% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for crime games.
7.1
21,044
8,009
-79%
30.24€
6.35€
Free crime games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play crime games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play crime games.
1. Psycholonials
While in communication with supernatural forces, two influencers launch a daring new social media brand. Psycholonials is a visual novel, dark and dark humor game developed by Andrew Hussie and published by None. Released on February 03rd 2021 has received 932 reviews of which 831 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free crime games on Steam.
8.4
831
101
3
players
2. Auto Sale Life: Fresh Start
This is a free prologue version. Build an automotive empire. Buy, sell, and customize cars to create your own brands and showrooms. Become a shrewd entrepreneur in this immersive car trading and customization game. Auto Sale Life: Fresh Start is a immersive sim, driving and economy game developed by OTTO Games and published by GrabTheGames. Released on April 05th 2024 has received 380 reviews of which 259 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free crime games on Steam.
6.5
259
121
1
players