Discounted 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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Rebel Cops
Lead a ragtag squad of cops in rebellion against their town's new criminal power and see how long you can hold out in this unforgiving turn-based spin-off game from This Is the Police. You'll be desperately short on supplies, and a single shot can cost a cop their life.
Telling Lies
Four private lives. One big lie. Search through secretly recorded video conversations to discover the truth. The successor to the acclaimed Her Story.
Roombo: First Blood
Roombo: First Blood is a comedic, top-down, stealth-action game about being a robot vacuum cleaner and fending off burglars from your home. A short, experimental game and the first in the JUSTICE SUCKS series.
Yakuza Kiwami 2
Kazuma Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, must face the ambitious Ryuji Goda, the Dragon of Kansai, in an all-out war between two rival yakuza clans. An extreme recreation of one of Yakuza’s most beloved entries, now in stunning 4K and unlocked framerates. There can be only one dragon.
Weedcraft Inc
Weedcraft Inc explores the business of producing, breeding and selling weed in America, delving deep into the financial, political and cultural aspects of the country's complex relationship with this troublesome and promising plant.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.
Yakuza Kiwami
SEGA’s critically-acclaimed entry that started a legend. Become Kazuma Kiryu, an up-and-coming yakuza who takes the fall for the murder of a crime boss, only to emerge from prison ten years later to a changed world. Remastered from the ground up, now in 4K and uncapped framerates on PC.
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.
The Slater
Get ready to kill drug dealers, crime bosses and anyone who stands in your way as you seek revenge for your father’s murder. The Slater is a story-driven first-person stealth-action-puzzle game that puts you in the shoes of a former cop Mark Slater.
Perfect Heist
Perfect Heist is a round-based online game, where the robber team tries to execute a bank robbery without getting noticed, and the cop team tries to prevent it. Robbers hide in plain sight and try to slowly infiltrate the bank while the Cops try to figure out who is a normal customer, and who is a robber!
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.
This Is the Police 2
Interpret the law as you see fit! Run the sheriff’s department, manage your cops, make tough decisions – and try to keep out of prison yourself – in this story-driven mixture of adventure, strategy, and turn-based tactical combat.
Clue/Cluedo: Classic Edition
The official digital version of Hasbro’s classic mystery board game, Cluedo (Clue). Roll the dice and launch into a murder investigation. Whodunit? With what weapon? Where? You’ll need all your brain power to find the answers you need, as you race your friends and family to the truth!
Antihero
Run a Thieves Guild in a gas-lit Victorian city! Antihero is a fast-paced digital board game with an (Oliver) Twist. Recruit street urchins, hire thugs, start a gang, upgrade your guild, steal everything... and bribe, blackmail, and assassinate your way to victory.
Beat Cop
A retro, pixel art style adventure in New York, inspired by ’80s cop shows. You are Jack Kelly and you’ve been framed for murder. Now as a regular beat cop you have to find out, who did that. Expect thick crime story, a lot of black humour and all the other things you can find on the streets of Brooklyn.
Watch_Dogs® 2
Welcome to San Francisco. Play as Marcus, a brilliant young hacker, and join the most notorious hacker group, DedSec. Your objective: execute the biggest hack of history.
The Silver Case
The Silver Case – the debut title from world-renowned developer SUDA51 has been fully remastered and localized to English for the first time ever!
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?
Sherlock Holmes: The Devil's Daughter
Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…
The Deed: Dynasty
Getting away with murder has never been easy. These three members of a proud and noble family are separated by five centuries, but have in common a vengeful and murderous intent. Plans must be formed, blood must be spilled and evidence must be planted ...
Space Pilgrim Episode II: Epsilon Indi
One year after the events of Episode I, Captain Pilgrim is once again carrying a shipload of passengers between star systems. This time her guests include a mysterious priestess, a wayward youth and a robotics genius.
Party Hard
It's 3:00 a.m. Your neighbours are having a loud party. Stop them. Party Hard is tinyBuild's award-winning stealth strategy game about ruining parties by any means.
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.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 19th 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 137,767 reviews of which 135,794 were positive and 1,973 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 204,837 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.7
135,794
1,973
204,837
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 40,938 reviews of which 26,015 were positive and 14,923 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. While seeing 32,233 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among crime games based on player count.
6.3
26,015
14,923
32,233
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 1,963 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
1,963
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 617 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
617
players
5. 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 88,514 reviews of which 77,060 were positive and 11,454 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 550 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played crime games.
8.6
77,060
11,454
550
players
6. 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 68,057 reviews of which 63,710 were positive and 4,347 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 460 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played crime games.
9.2
63,710
4,347
460
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 29,189 reviews of which 21,149 were positive and 8,040 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. With 414 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played crime games.
7.1
21,149
8,040
414
players
8. 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 396 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played crime games.
7.4
6,334
1,981
396
players
9. Police Simulator: Patrol Officers
Welcome to Brighton! Join the police force of this fictitious American city and experience the day to day life of a police officer. Police Simulator: Patrol Officers is a simulation, crime and open world game developed by Aesir Interactive and published by astragon Entertainment. Released on November 10th 2022 has received 18,992 reviews of which 14,839 were positive and 4,153 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. With 352 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played crime games.
7.7
14,839
4,153
352
players
10. 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. With 265 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played crime games.
7.5
17,901
5,668
265
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 19th 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 642 reviews of which 486 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
486
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.
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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 2,331 reviews of which 1,551 were positive and 780 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
780
-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 35,208 reviews of which 31,087 were positive and 4,121 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
31,087
4,121
-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 88,514 reviews of which 77,060 were positive and 11,454 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
77,060
11,454
-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 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 #8 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.8
825
52
-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. The Deed: Dynasty
Getting away with murder has never been easy. These three members of a proud and noble family are separated by five centuries, but have in common a vengeful and murderous intent. Plans must be formed, blood must be spilled and evidence must be planted ... The Deed: Dynasty is a adventure, crime and rpgmaker game developed by Pilgrim Adventures and published by GrabTheGames and WhisperGames. Released on May 10th 2016 has received 565 reviews of which 491 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for crime games.
8.1
491
74
-80%
2.99€
0.59€
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 19th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play crime games.
1. 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 #1 spot among the most played free crime games on Steam.
6.5
259
121
1
players
2. 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 #2 spot among the most played free crime games on Steam.
8.4
831
101