Best Hand-drawn 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 hand-drawn games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free hand-drawn games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Botanicula
Humor-filled indie adventure game created by the makers of Machinarium and Samorost.
Blocks That Matter
When indie game developers Alexey and Markus are in trouble, their only hope comes from their creation.
Puzzle Agent 2
Agent Nelson Tethers just solved his biggest case yet. So why isn't he satisfied? Venture back to eerie Scoggins, Minnesota to solve the mystery of "the Hidden People" once and for all!
The Tiny Bang Story
Life on Tiny Planet was calm and carefree until a great disaster occurred - Tiny Planet was hit by a meteor! The world fell apart and now its future depends only on you! Use your imagination and creativity: in order to restore Tiny Planet and help its inhabitants you will have to fix a variety of machines and mechanisms as well as solve...
Puzzle Agent
Created with indie comic artist Graham Annable's unique narrative and visual sensibilities, delivered with the distinctive Telltale storytelling style, Puzzle Agent is sure to challenge, thrill and engage in more ways than you can shake a cryptogram at!
Samorost 2
Samorost 2 tells a surreal story of a space gnome whose dog just got kidnapped by mischievous aliens. Set out on a short expedition to rescue the pup, deal with curious strangers and relax to the soothing music by Tomáš "Floex" Dvořák.
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.
Machinarium
Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!
Time Gentlemen, Please! and Ben There, Dan That! Special Edition Double Pack
Ben There, Dan That! and Time Gentlemen, Please! are a couple of rip-roaring point-and-click adventure games . With tongue firmly in cheek, sit back, relax, and put your mind to work solving puzzles, and reading some very funny dialogue. It's like a book, only good!
Crayon Physics Deluxe
Crayon Physics Deluxe is a 2D physics puzzle / sandbox game, in which you get to experience what it would be like if your drawings would be magically transformed into real physical objects. Solve puzzles with your artistic vision and creative use of physics.
Most played hand-drawn games on Steam
Take a look at the top hand-drawn games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.
1. Krita
Krita is a powerful, open source and community-driven digital art tool for illustrators, concept designers, animators, comic book artists, game developers, and anyone who wants to express themselves through the creation of visual art. Krita is a design & illustration, software and animation & modeling game developed by Krita Team and Krita Community Contributors and published by Krita Team. Released on June 10th 2014 has received 4,842 reviews of which 4,639 were positive and 203 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hand-drawn game, thanks to its 623 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.2
4,639
203
623
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 hand-drawn games based on player count.
8.2
482
72
231
players
3. 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. Skullgirls 2nd Encore is a fighting, 2d fighter and indie game developed by Hidden Variable Studios and published by Autumn Games. Released on August 22nd 2013 has received 40,770 reviews of which 29,542 were positive and 11,228 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. While seeing 140 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hand-drawn games based on player count.
7.2
29,542
11,228
140
players
4. Thank Goodness You're Here!
Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs… Thank Goodness You're Here! is a adventure, comedy and funny game developed by Coal Supper and published by Panic. Released on August 01st 2024 has received 5,930 reviews of which 5,733 were positive and 197 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
9.3
5,733
197
39
players
5. Machinarium
Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang! Machinarium is a point & click, puzzle and hand-drawn game developed and published by Amanita Design. Released on October 16th 2009 has received 16,666 reviews of which 15,841 were positive and 825 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
9.3
15,841
825
27
players
6. Melatonin
Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music. Melatonin is a rhythm, indie and cute game developed and published by Half Asleep. Released on December 15th 2022 has received 6,961 reviews of which 6,615 were positive and 346 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
9.2
6,615
346
26
players
7. Tanki Online
Tanki Online is the free-to-play MMO-shooter with real-time PvP-battles. Throw yourself into furious tank battles shoulder to shoulder with other living players and master your skills – destroy enemy tanks, customize your futuristic armored vehicle and compete with tankers from all over the world. Tanki Online is a free to play, tanks and futuristic game developed by Alternativa Game Ltd. and published by APL Publishing Ltd.. Released on March 02nd 2017 has received 6,512 reviews of which 4,012 were positive and 2,500 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
6.1
4,012
2,500
26
players
8. Gorogoa
Gorogoa is an elegant evolution of the puzzle genre, told through a beautifully hand-drawn story designed and illustrated by Jason Roberts. Winner of Debut Game at the 2018 BAFTA Games Awards, as well as Best Mobile Game and the Innovation Award at the GDC 2018 Choice Awards. Gorogoa is a puzzle, hand-drawn and indie game developed by Buried Signal and published by Annapurna Interactive. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 17,689 reviews of which 17,260 were positive and 429 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
9.5
17,260
429
21
players
9. Tricky Doors
Tricky doors is a captivating game that offers a variety of puzzles. Find a creative way to get out of each room. Tricky doors is a point-and-click game in the "escape the room" genre with plenty of mini-games and complicated quests. Tricky Doors is a casual, puzzle and point & click game developed and published by FIVE-BN GAMES. Released on October 17th 2023 has received 391 reviews of which 330 were positive and 61 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
7.9
330
61
21
players
10. Dust to the End
Nuclear war ended human civilization, but it could never uproot the evil within our hearts. Fight, trade, negotiate, raid– do whatever it takes to survive in the wasteland. You will have to be as clever as ruthless to thrive in a broken world, torn by war, cruelty, hunger and slavery. Dust to the End is a simulation, hand-drawn and post-apocalyptic game developed by Haojoy Game and Zjoy Game and published by 2P Games. Released on August 11th 2021 has received 1,189 reviews of which 951 were positive and 238 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hand-drawn games.
7.6
951
238
14
players
Best deals on hand-drawn games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of hand-drawn 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 hand-drawn games.
1. Raji: An Ancient Epic
Raji: An Ancient Epic is an action-adventure game set in ancient India. A young girl named Raji has been chosen by the gods to stand against the demonic invasion of the human realm. Her destiny? To rescue her younger brother and face the demon lord Mahabalasura. Raji: An Ancient Epic is a relaxing, mythology and female protagonist game developed and published by Nodding Heads Games. Released on October 15th 2020 has received 2,465 reviews of which 2,021 were positive and 444 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 92% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for hand-drawn category.
7.9
2,021
444
-92%
24.50€
1.96€
2. Creepy Tale 2
Experience the creepy tension of a brothers Grimm fairy tale in this puzzle adventure game. Follow the young and brave Lars as he embarks on a dangerous journey to save his sisters mind from the clutches of a mysterious evil. Creepy Tale 2 is a narration, singleplayer and hand-drawn game developed and published by Creepy Brothers. Released on July 16th 2021 has received 1,328 reviews of which 1,148 were positive and 180 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in hand-drawn games.
8.2
1,148
180
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
3. Hellslave
Prevent demon’s horde from unleashing hell on this world in this dark fantasy Dungeon Crawler. Fight fire with fire, make a deal with the Devil and choose which demon to worship. Hellslave is a rpg, dungeon crawler and dark fantasy game developed by Ars Goetia and published by PID Games and Gamersky Games. Released on May 26th 2022 has received 701 reviews of which 568 were positive and 133 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in hand-drawn games.
7.7
568
133
-90%
19.99€
1.99€
4. Apocalipsis
Apocalipsis is a point-and-click adventure game, in the vain of Samorost and Machinarium, where all puzzles have a hidden meaning. With a unique artstyle inspired by 15th century engravings it tells a story about heartbreak, redemption and, quite literally, the end of the world. Apocalipsis is a horror, hand-drawn and point & click game developed by Punch Punk Games and published by Wildlands Interactive. Released on February 28th 2018 has received 495 reviews of which 355 were positive and 140 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 89% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
6.8
355
140
-89%
6.99€
0.76€
5. Samorost 3
Samorost 3 is an exploration adventure and puzzle game from the award-winning creators of Machinarium and Botanicula. Travel across space to nine unique worlds teeming with colorful challenges, creatures and surprises to discover, brought to life with beautiful artwork, sound and music. Samorost 3 is a point & click, hand-drawn and relaxing game developed and published by Amanita Design. Released on March 24th 2016 has received 4,976 reviews of which 4,650 were positive and 326 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
9.0
4,650
326
-87%
19.23€
2.50€
6. Carto
Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family. Carto is a indie, cute and puzzle game developed by Sunhead Games and published by Humble Games and XD. Released on October 27th 2020 has received 8,446 reviews of which 8,157 were positive and 289 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
9.4
8,157
289
-86%
20.57€
2.88€
7. Hoa
Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Hoa is a 2d platformer, relaxing and atmospheric game developed by Skrollcat Studio and published by PM Studios, Inc. and CE-Asia. Released on August 24th 2021 has received 2,585 reviews of which 2,309 were positive and 276 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 82% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
8.6
2,309
276
-82%
12.56€
2.26€
8. Sclash
Sclash is a plug’n play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill. Play as a hand-drawn samurai in beautiful painted settings and fight your opponent in epic solemn duels where each move matters. Manage well your stamina, breath and take your time to land a deadly hit. Sclash is a 2d fighter, hand-drawn and multiplayer game developed by Bevel bakery and published by Maximum Entertainment and Abiding Bridge. Released on August 04th 2023 has received 427 reviews of which 364 were positive and 63 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
8.0
364
63
-81%
8.11€
1.54€
9. Submachine: Legacy
Submachine is a hand-drawn puzzle adventure game. You find yourself in a vast network of desolate locations containing puzzles, secrets, notes and items to collect to help you along the way. Follow the story of a banished lighthouse keeper to discover his descent into ruins. Submachine: Legacy is a puzzle, point & click and adventure game developed and published by Mateusz Skutnik. Released on October 13th 2023 has received 1,250 reviews of which 1,230 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
9.3
1,230
20
-80%
21.10€
4.22€
10. 100 hidden cats 2
Hidden object game in the city setting. Black and white hand-drawn graphics in a cartoon style. Ultra hard! Really very difficult! 100 hidden cats 2 is a cats, hidden object and hand-drawn game developed and published by Anatoliy Loginovskikh. Released on July 17th 2021 has received 925 reviews of which 858 were positive and 67 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for hand-drawn games.
8.7
858
67
-80%
2.99€
0.59€
Free hand-drawn games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hand-drawn 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 hand-drawn 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 hand-drawn games on Steam.
8.2
482
72
231
players
2. Tanki Online
Tanki Online is the free-to-play MMO-shooter with real-time PvP-battles. Throw yourself into furious tank battles shoulder to shoulder with other living players and master your skills – destroy enemy tanks, customize your futuristic armored vehicle and compete with tankers from all over the world. Tanki Online is a free to play, tanks and futuristic game developed by Alternativa Game Ltd. and published by APL Publishing Ltd.. Released on March 02nd 2017 has received 6,512 reviews of which 4,012 were positive and 2,500 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
6.1
4,012
2,500
26
players
3. Tricky Doors
Tricky doors is a captivating game that offers a variety of puzzles. Find a creative way to get out of each room. Tricky doors is a point-and-click game in the "escape the room" genre with plenty of mini-games and complicated quests. Tricky Doors is a casual, puzzle and point & click game developed and published by FIVE-BN GAMES. Released on October 17th 2023 has received 391 reviews of which 330 were positive and 61 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
7.9
330
61
21
players
4. Different Strokes
A collaborative online painting game where players can create, edit, and rate each other's art! Different Strokes is a relaxing, cute and hand-drawn game developed by Different Folks and published by . Released on November 09th 2022 has received 1,456 reviews of which 1,356 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
8.8
1,356
100
8
players
5. BirdGut
BirdGut is a hand-drawn 2d puzzle-platformer from the perspective of an outcast bee who gets eaten by a bird, and discovers that the bird's internal organs are not organs at all, but facilities in which the consumed insects are brainwashed and enslaved. Experience this bizarre one-man project for yourself. BirdGut is a free to play, indie and adventure game developed and published by Micah Boursier. Released on May 09th 2019 has received 4,903 reviews of which 4,673 were positive and 230 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
9.2
4,673
230
3
players
6. I commissioned some bees 0
Play for free! I paid artists to hide bees in 10 pieces of artwork. Can you find them all? Warning: Relaxing. I commissioned some bees 0 is a hidden object, nature and relaxing game developed by Follow The Fun and published by I commissioned some series. Released on January 12th 2023 has received 4,376 reviews of which 4,242 were positive and 134 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
9.3
4,242
134
2
players
7. With You
With You is a cooperative two-player puzzle-playground. It's a tiny game that hopes to inspire couples to connect, communicate, and collaborate. With You is a co-op campaign, cute and hand-drawn game developed by Carol Mertz and published by Insatiable Cycle. Released on March 07th 2022 has received 2,610 reviews of which 2,317 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
8.5
2,317
293
1
players
8. A Game About
A Game About is a free, short, lo-fi point & click adventure that tasks the player with living with their daily routine. Through day to day choices, life changes in imperceptibles and unexpected ways. A Game About is a indie, free to play and point & click game developed and published by byolivierb. Released on November 06th 2018 has received 855 reviews of which 768 were positive and 87 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
8.5
768
87
1
players
9. 100 hidden frogs
The frogs hid. Can you find them? 100 hidden frogs is a free to play, hidden object and cute game developed and published by Anatoliy Loginovskikh. Released on November 15th 2021 has received 5,996 reviews of which 5,889 were positive and 107 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
9.5
5,889
107
10. Cureocity
“People think battles need powerful weapons, but strategy at hand is key."The story follows a rookie adventurer and a new healer in a dungeon quest, with the core gameplay involving hand-picked methods using weapons and items. Fight or purify? Heal or alter? The choice is in your hands. Cureocity is a indie, cute and adventure game developed by Bread On Board and published by GCORES PUBLISHING. Released on March 21st 2024 has received 2,574 reviews of which 2,531 were positive and 43 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free hand-drawn games on Steam.
9.4
2,531
43