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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Indiana Jones® and the Fate of Atlantis™
The Man With The Hat Is Back In His Greatest Adventure Yet! 1939 - The eve of World War II. Nazi agents are about to get their hands on a weapon more dangerous than the atom bomb. Only Indy can stop them before they unleash the deadly secret that sank Atlantis.
LOOM™
Long after the passing of the Second Shadow, when dragons ruled the twilight sky and the stars were bright and numerous, came the Age of the Great Guilds. Blacksmiths. Shepherds. Clerics. Each dedicated to the absolute control of secret knowledge. Another such Guild was the Weavers.
Evil Genius
Everybody wants to rule the world! Achieve global power with EVIL GENIUS, the one and only complete world domination simulator. All the everyday tasks of the deliciously wicked mastermind are available to experience and master from building your ultra-secret base to developing spectacular super-weapons to carry out your nefarious master...
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind® Game of the Year Edition includes Morrowind plus all of the content from the Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. The original Mod Construction Set is not included in this package. An epic, open-ended single-player RPG, Morrowind allows you to create and play any kind of character imaginable.
Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus®
Abe's peaceful retirement was shattered when visited by a vision from the Mudokon Spirit Guides. Abe™ learned the Magog Cartel was mining Necrum, the sacred Mudokon city of the dead, to collect bones to make super-addictive SoulStorm Brew.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee®
Selected by the fickle finger of fate, Abe™, floor-waxer first class for RuptureFarms, was catapulted into a life of adventure when he overheard plans by his boss, Molluck the Glukkon™, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as part of a last-ditch effort to rescue Molluck's failing meat-packing empire.
Rayman Raving Rabbids™
Hordes of crazed out-of control bunnies have invaded, enslaving Rayman and forcing him to participate in 'gladiator' style trials. Help Rayman win his freedom back by entertaining and outwitting these fury foes. Use the most hilarious fighting moves imaginable.
Wolfenstein 3D
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way.
Nexus - The Jupiter Incident
Ambitious megacorporations monopolize the conquest of space and the colonization of the solar system. At the very edge of the solar system, the companies make a discovery that will shift the technological advantage and upset the balance. And so a new conflict is born: "The Jupiter Incident."
The Longest Journey
The Longest Journey is an amazing graphical adventure, where the player controls the protagonist, April Ryan, on her journey between parallel universes.
Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition
The year is 2052 and the world is a dangerous and chaotic place. Terrorists operate openly - killing thousands; drugs, disease and pollution kill even more. The world's economies are close to collapse and the gap between the insanely wealthy and the desperately poor grows ever wider.
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.
Hitman: Blood Money
Money Talks. Silence Pays. Prepare to Make a Killing. When assassins from Agent 47's contract agency, The ICA, are eliminated in a series of hits, it seems a larger, more powerful agency has entered the fray. Sensing he may be a target, 47 travels to America, and prepares to make a killing.
Peggle Deluxe
Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.
Painkiller: Black Edition
Painkiller Black Edition includes the expansion pack Battle Out of Hell, featuring 10 additional single-player levels and many new villains.
GUN™
When life robs Colton White of all that matters, the only thing left he can trust is his GUN. From award-winning developer, Neversoft, and accomplished screenwriter, Randall Jahnson (The Mask of Zorro, The Doors), GUN follows Colton on his quest for discovery as he seeks to exact vengeful justice on those who have wronged him.
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.
Mafia
It’s 1930. After an inadvertent brush with the mafia, cabdriver Tommy Angelo is reluctantly thrust into the world of organized crime. Initially, he is uneasy about falling in with the Salieri family, but soon the rewards become too big to ignore.
Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne
Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne is a violent, film-noir love story. Dark, tragic and intense, the in-depth story is a thrill-ride of shocking twists and revelations. Love hurts.
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