Best Cult Classic 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 cult classic games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free cult classic games are available at the bottom of the page.
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The Last Door - Collector's Edition
Something ancient and evil is stirring in Victorian England. Only you can stop it. Journey to the brink of madness and beyond as you set forth alone into the dark.
Realms of the Haunting
Forged in the Beginning and protected by the Seven Seals, there lies a place where thought and creation intertwine. The center for all realms of existence, it is the balancing force between good and evil, man and spirit. A focal point for all energies, and the one element that has kept the consuming nature of darkness at bay... Until now.
Putt-Putt® Joins the Parade
What does it take to be in a parade? Hard work, a bright shiny chassis and a little help from your friends.
Hard Truck Apocalypse / Ex Machina
In a post-apocalyptic wasteland of diesel and dust, bandits and mobsters rule the last remaining cities, controlling all vital trade routes and destroying any hope of a return to a lawful world.
Hard Truck Apocalypse: Rise Of Clans / Ex Machina: Meridian 113
Hard Truck Apocalypse: Rise of Clans - is an addon to a vehicular Action/RPG set in an alternate future. New heroes and mysteries await you in the vistas of a post-apocalyptic North America.
Obscure
For some time now, Leafmore High School has been the setting for unexplained disappearances. In this survival horror game, you take control of a group of 5 American students. With your friends, you try to unravel the mysterious happenings at this unremarkable-looking school. The night will be long and survival not will not be easy...
Broken Age
A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.
OMSI 2: Steam Edition
Off to the next round! Experience a new omnibus simulator with OMSI 2 and start discovering Spandau while driving the omnibus. OMSI 2 is the successor of the well-known and awarded omnibus simulator "OMSI - The Bus Simulator".
The Last Express Gold Edition
Step aboard the 1914 Orient Express in this award-winning mystery adventure from Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner. Described as one of the best adventure games of all time, The Last Express is an intrigue-filled adventure set aboard the luxurious Orient Express.
Deadly Premonition: The Director's Cut
Play as special agent Francis York Morgan in this open-world action-adventure as you solve the case of the Red Seed Murders and survive in a small, quirky American mountain town where supernatural creatures and a mysterious raincoat-clad, axe-wielding killer seek to end his investigation for good.
Goodbye Deponia
More chaos, more destruction, more Rufus. Not one, not two, but three Rufuses cause all kinds of crazy mayhem in the long-awaited adventure comedy Goodbye Deponia!
Anachronox
Join Sylvester "Sly" Boots and Stiletto Anyway as they trek across six bizarre planets investigating a galaxy-crushing mystery, searching for artefacts from an extinct alien race and unlocking the secrets of a powerful, advanced technology. It's your turn. PICK YOUR POISON.
I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream
The adventure plunges you into the tortured and hidden past of five humans. Delve into their darkest fears. Outwit the Master Computer AM in a game of psychological warfare. Disturbing, compelling. An adventure you won't easily forget !!
Knights and Merchants
KNIGHTS and MERCHANTS recreates the era of the Middle Ages. Apart from the purely fictitious geography of our world, all game elements and scenes are based on the Anglo-Saxon period, 1200 A.D. And we haven't used imaginary elements like fabled creatures, either. The player takes on the role of an ordinary captain in the Palace Guard.
Septerra Core
At the very heart of Septerra lies the Core, a huge Biocomputer. Seven continents at different elevations, each with its own unique people and culture, orbit around the Core.According to an ancient prophecy, Septerra's continents will one day converge and join in orbit together on one level - this is the Legacy of Marduk, the Creator's...
Omikron: The Nomad Soul
"I have many things to tell you and very little time… I come from a universe parallel to yours. My world is desperately in need of your help. Only YOU can save us."Responding to the desperate pleas of a mysterious character from another dimension, your soul must enter the dark and futuristic city of Omikron.
The Night of the Rabbit
Lose yourself in a tale of magic and wonder, where anything is possible and where nothing is quite as it seems: join young Jerry and follow a peculiar white rabbit to the wondrous realm of Mousewood, a land where critters can speak and where mystery abounds.
System Shock® 2 (Classic)
"Remember, it is my will that guided you here. It is my will that gave you your cybernetic implants, the only beauty in that meat you call a body. If you value that meat... you will do as I tell you." The cult classic sci-fi horror FPS-RPG has returned.
Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition
Also known as Out Of This World™, Another World is a pioneer action/platformer that released across more than a dozen platforms since its debut in 1991. Along the years, Another World™ has attained cult status among critics and sophisticated gamers alike.
A New Beginning - Final Cut
A New Beginning is a cinematic adventure-thriller done graphic novel-style.
Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes
From the creators of the award winning games “The Whispered World” and “Deponia” comes this extraordinary game Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes.Most played cult classic games on Steam
Take a look at the top cult classic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.
1. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines is a rpg, vampire and cult classic game developed by Troika Games and published by Activision. Released on March 22nd 2007 has received 13,713 reviews of which 13,000 were positive and 713 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.2
13,000
713
92
players
2. Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin. Psychonauts is a platformer, comedy and adventure game developed and published by Double Fine Productions. Released on October 11th 2006 has received 17,709 reviews of which 16,846 were positive and 863 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.3
16,846
863
57
players
3. Umineko When They Cry - Question Arcs
Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art. Umineko When They Cry - Question Arcs is a great soundtrack, visual novel and mystery game developed by 07th Expansion and published by MangaGamer. Released on July 08th 2016 has received 2,220 reviews of which 2,123 were positive and 97 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.1
2,123
97
54
players
4. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is a adventure, 3d platformer and cult classic game developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. Released on June 23rd 2020 has received 16,596 reviews of which 15,612 were positive and 984 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.2
15,612
984
52
players
5. Pathologic Classic HD
Pathologic Classic HD is the Definitive Edition of the original Cult Classic Psychological First-Person Survival game. In this unforgettable experience, players control one of three unique characters as they try to save a mysterious town from a deadly plague that cannot be stopped. Pathologic Classic HD is a atmospheric, story rich and survival game developed by Ice-Pick Lodge and General Arcade and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on October 29th 2015 has received 4,005 reviews of which 3,513 were positive and 492 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.5
3,513
492
43
players
6. Garfield Kart
Join Garfield and his friends in the funniest fast and fur-ious game! What character do you want to play with? Garfield, Odie, Jon, Nermal... you choose! Take part in no-holds-barred crazy races. Garfield Kart is a cult classic, combat racing and competitive game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on October 16th 2015 has received 14,044 reviews of which 12,310 were positive and 1,734 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.6
12,310
1,734
39
players
7. Garfield Kart - Furious Racing
Garfield, the famous lasagna-loving cat is back to take on Jon, Odie and company in a no-holds-barred racing game! Garfield Kart - Furious Racing is a cult classic, racing and great soundtrack game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on November 06th 2019 has received 14,408 reviews of which 12,655 were positive and 1,753 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.6
12,655
1,753
21
players
8. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition
Impossible Creatures is a 3D RTS game that pits the player against an evil villain. Using Earth’s most formidable animals as building blocks, the player must create an army of genetically-altered mutant monsters in a titanic struggle to protect an unsuspecting world. Impossible Creatures Steam Edition is a strategy, rts and cult classic game developed by Relic Entertainment and THQ Nordic and published by THQ Nordic. Released on November 11th 2015 has received 1,699 reviews of which 1,624 were positive and 75 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.1
1,624
75
20
players
9. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,706 reviews of which 2,628 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cult classic games.
9.3
2,628
78
18
players
10. killer7
Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance. killer7 is a cult classic, surreal and violent game developed by GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC. and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc.. Released on November 15th 2018 has received 3,366 reviews of which 3,081 were positive and 285 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cult classic games.
8.8
3,081
285
12
players
Best deals on cult classic games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of cult classic 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 cult classic games.
1. Pathologic Classic HD
Pathologic Classic HD is the Definitive Edition of the original Cult Classic Psychological First-Person Survival game. In this unforgettable experience, players control one of three unique characters as they try to save a mysterious town from a deadly plague that cannot be stopped. Pathologic Classic HD is a atmospheric, story rich and survival game developed by Ice-Pick Lodge and General Arcade and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on October 29th 2015 has received 4,005 reviews of which 3,513 were positive and 492 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 90% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for cult classic category.
8.5
3,513
492
-90%
12.99€
1.29€
2. Psychonauts
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin. Psychonauts is a platformer, comedy and adventure game developed and published by Double Fine Productions. Released on October 11th 2006 has received 17,709 reviews of which 16,846 were positive and 863 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 87% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in cult classic games.
9.3
16,846
863
-87%
9.69€
1.26€
3. Disney G-Force
G-Force draws you into the adventures of an elite team of trained guinea pigs on a mission to thwart a sinister plot to destroy the world. Take control of both G-Force commander Darwin and his sidekick, Mooch, as they apply their talents to defeat an evil army of altered household appliances. Disney G-Force is a cult classic, story rich and action game developed by Eurocom and published by Disney. Released on October 06th 2014 has received 749 reviews of which 711 were positive and 38 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 86% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in cult classic games.
8.9
711
38
-86%
19.00€
2.66€
4. The Curse of Monkey Island
The only pirate adventure that asks the question: What's sharper, your sword or your wit? The Curse of Monkey Island is a point & click, 1990's and adventure game developed by LucasArts and published by LucasArts, Lucasfilm and Disney. Released on March 22nd 2018 has received 2,706 reviews of which 2,628 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
9.3
2,628
78
-85%
6.67€
1.00€
5. Submarine Titans
Submarine Titans is a real-time strategy video game that takes place in the year 2115 after a comet has struck Earth, driving two human factions, the militant White Sharks and the scientific Black Octopi, to establish underwater bases and fight for dominance over the oceans. Submarine Titans is a strategy, simulation and rts game developed by Ellipse Studios and published by Strategy First. Released on March 18th 2020 has received 318 reviews of which 272 were positive and 46 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
7.9
272
46
-80%
4.99€
0.99€
6. Garfield Kart
Join Garfield and his friends in the funniest fast and fur-ious game! What character do you want to play with? Garfield, Odie, Jon, Nermal... you choose! Take part in no-holds-barred crazy races. Garfield Kart is a cult classic, combat racing and competitive game developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Microids. Released on October 16th 2015 has received 14,044 reviews of which 12,310 were positive and 1,734 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 76% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
8.6
12,310
1,734
-76%
5.04€
1.21€
7. Bad Rats: the Rats' Revenge
Bad Rats is a physics puzzle game where rats finally get their bloody revenge on their new prisoners: The cats. Come up with creative solutions for each puzzle using physics, functional objects, and your specially trained Rats. Try different ways of solving each puzzle to finish faster or earn higher scores. Bad Rats: the Rats' Revenge is a cult classic, physics and indie game developed by Invent4 Entertainment and published by Strategy First. Released on July 20th 2009 has received 14,877 reviews of which 11,743 were positive and 3,134 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 70% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
7.7
11,743
3,134
-70%
1.99€
0.59€
8. killer7
Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance. killer7 is a cult classic, surreal and violent game developed by GRASSHOPPER MANUFACTURE INC. and Engine Software BV and published by NIS America and Inc.. Released on November 15th 2018 has received 3,366 reviews of which 3,081 were positive and 285 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 67% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
8.8
3,081
285
-67%
19.76€
6.52€
9. Between Me and The Night
‘Between Me and The Night' is a surrealist action adventure game that walks the thin path between sanity and madness. Take on the role of a young boy and explore and interact with the mysterious house in which he lives. Between Me and The Night is a adventure, retro and cult classic game developed by RainDance LX and published by . Released on January 22nd 2016 has received 833 reviews of which 633 were positive and 200 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 53% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
7.3
633
200
-53%
4.96€
2.33€
10. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines is a rpg, vampire and cult classic game developed by Troika Games and published by Activision. Released on March 22nd 2007 has received 13,713 reviews of which 13,000 were positive and 713 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a 50% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for cult classic games.
9.2
13,000
713
-50%
19.99€
9.99€
Free cult classic games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play cult classic 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 cult classic games.
1. I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator
Welcome to the most delicious dating simulator ever created. Do you have what it takes to be the business partner of and win the heart of the most famous chicken salesman of all time? Play to find out! Go ahead, Colonel Sanders is waiting. I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator is a dating sim, anime and visual novel game developed by Psyop and published by KFC. Released on September 24th 2019 has received 12,580 reviews of which 11,558 were positive and 1,022 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free cult classic games on Steam.
8.9
11,558
1,022
8
players