Best Point & Click 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 point & click games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free point & click games are available at the bottom of the page.
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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!
Nancy Drew®: Curse of Blackmoor Manor
Delve into Dark Legends Lurking in the Shadow of an Old English Mansion!
Nancy Drew®: Last Train to Blue Moon Canyon
Catch this train — it’s your ticket to solving a century-old mystery!
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!
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened (2008)
The Sherlock Holmes series returns with this updated version of The Awakened, which brings a whole new dimension to the original title developed by Frogwares. The game puts the player into an investigation of the Cthulhu Mythos - as imagined by Father of modern horror, H.P. Lovecraft.
Space Quest™ Collection
Experience a blast from the past with the complete, completely twisted Space Quest Collection.
King's Quest™ Collection
Seven classic games in one collection. Celebrate the golden age of adventure games all over again with the return of King's Quest.The bravest knight in all of Daventry, Sir Graham, is appointed by the dying king to embark on a Quest for the Crown.
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike.
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.
Indiana Jones® and the Last Crusade™
Europe, 1938: The lost Ark was just a warm-up! Now Adolf Hitler is after the most powerful talisman of all - the Holy Grail. A few brave men stand in his way. Fortunately, one of them is Indiana Jones, and this time he has his dad with him.
Tales of Monkey Island: Complete Season
While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters.
Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures
Enter the colorful world of West Wallaby Street in a series of four cracking adventures brought to you by Aardman Animations, the creators of the Wallace & Gromit animated films, and award-winning Telltale Games.
Dracula: Origin
Dracula: Origin reveals the dark origins of the Dracula curse. Step into the shoes of the famous Professor Van Helsing and experience a thrilling journey that will take you from London to Egypt, Austria and through Carpathian Europe right into the terrifying lair of the Dark Prince.
Sherlock Holmes - Nemesis
This new Sherlock Holmes game sends us to 19th Century London where Arséne Lupin, a young French burglar with an impressive track record, has just challenged Scotland Yard and the most famous of detectives - Sherlock Holmes.
Insecticide Part 1
Enter the fast shooting world of INSECTICIDE as hot shot rookie Detective Chrys Liszt and help solve a crime of epic proportions. Lead your team on a bug hunt, collecting clues and solving puzzles. Use old-fashioned street smarts, unique insect abilities and an arsenal of ingenious bug weapons to confront your suspects.
Telltale Texas Hold ‘Em
Join poker's most outspoken players for a hand of Telltale Texas Hold'em, the card game stacked high with personality. Quips will fly, chips will fall, and you may just end up rolling in the aisles.This is your chance to play in a poker tournament against four characters of such lethal absurdity, you'll either die laughing or die trying.
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.
Runaway, A Road Adventure
New York, 2000......Without knowing how or why, Brian, a student on the verge of graduating from college, is attacked by Mafia gangsters. During his desperate getaway, in the company of a mysterious striptease dancer, he ends up meeting a wide range of unusual characters.
Insaniquarium Deluxe
The craziest aquarium game ever! Tend to your fish, keep them happy and they'll reward you with coins and jewels. Buy tank upgrades or egg parts which hatch different in-tank pets. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank.Most played point & click games on Steam
Take a look at the top point & click games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 27th 2025.
1. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon! Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery is a casual, adventure and point & click game developed by Multicast and published by MulticastGames. Released on November 15th 2024 has received 974 reviews of which 671 were positive and 303 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played point & click game, thanks to its 3,737 peak concurrent players over the last day.
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671
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3,737
players
2. Brighter Shores
Brighter Shores is an all new adventure from award winning MMORPG designer Andrew Gower. It is an enchanting point-and-click style RPG with hundreds of hours of gameplay, set in a land of magic and mysteries, with a huge number of professions to try, and something new to find around every corner. Brighter Shores is a early access, mmorpg and rpg game developed and published by Fen Research Ltd. Released on November 06th 2024 has received 8,918 reviews of which 6,407 were positive and 2,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. While seeing 499 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among point & click games based on player count.
7.0
6,407
2,511
499
players
3. Increlution
Survive the ever increasing pressure of time for as long as you can! A minimalistic incremental game about time management that takes inspiration from roguelite games, with a focus on meta-progression. Every generation has a better chance at survival, because previous lives influence its instincts Increlution is a idler, time management and rogue-lite game developed and published by Gniller. Released on October 13th 2021 has received 1,129 reviews of which 977 were positive and 152 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 491 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among point & click games based on player count.
8.2
977
152
491
players
4. Beholder: Conductor
A Beholder series spin-off. Become a conductor of the Determination Bringer train: monitor passengers, report incidents, and carry out important Ministry assignments — whose level of secrecy depends only on your loyalty. And remember: mission success is very important to you! Beholder: Conductor is a dystopian , choices matter and singleplayer game developed and published by Alawar. Released on April 23rd 2025 has received 471 reviews of which 409 were positive and 62 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 471 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played point & click games.
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62
471
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5. Papers, Please
Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling. Papers, Please is a indie, political and simulation game developed by Lucas Pope and published by 3909. Released on August 08th 2013 has received 73,679 reviews of which 71,673 were positive and 2,006 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 390 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played point & click games.
9.6
71,673
2,006
390
players
6. Chill Pulse
Chill Pulse combines productivity tools with serene environments. Use a Pomodoro timer and to-do lists to boost focus, while ambient sounds in settings from cyberpunk cities to ancient landscapes enhance relaxation. Chill Pulse is a casual, utilities and simulation game developed and published by Catos Game. Released on May 02nd 2024 has received 3,668 reviews of which 3,519 were positive and 149 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 318 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played point & click games.
9.2
3,519
149
318
players
7. That's not my Neighbor
It's 1955, and for unknown reasons, doppelgangers are more common than usual. Therefore, the Department of Doppelganger Detection (D.D.D.) has taken action. You are the doorman of an apartment complex, and you must decide whether to let in those who claim to be your neighbors. That's not my Neighbor is a adventure, casual and point & click game developed and published by Nachosama Games. Released on March 11th 2025 has received 1,695 reviews of which 1,437 were positive and 258 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 314 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played point & click games.
8.1
1,437
258
314
players
8. The Roottrees are Dead
A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation. The Roottrees are Dead is a puzzle, mystery and detective game developed by Robin Ward and published by Evil Trout. Released on January 15th 2025 has received 2,246 reviews of which 2,195 were positive and 51 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 190 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played point & click games.
9.3
2,195
51
190
players
9. The Walking Dead
A five-part adventure horror series set in the same universe as Robert Kirkman’s award-winning comic book series. The Walking Dead is a zombies, story rich and adventure game developed by Telltale Games and published by Skybound Games. Released on April 24th 2012 has received 72,864 reviews of which 70,880 were positive and 1,984 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 189 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played point & click games.
9.6
70,880
1,984
189
players
10. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Experience the unique puzzles and critically-acclaimed stories enjoyed by millions. Investigate clues, solve puzzles, and escape the room in beautifully illustrated adventures! Choose your story. Solve a murder mystery, survive the horror, or embark on a fantasy adventure. Adventure Escape Mysteries is a free to play, point & click and escape room game developed and published by Haiku Games Co. Released on May 05th 2020 has received 901 reviews of which 785 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 168 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played point & click games.
8.2
785
116
168
players
Best deals on point & click games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of point & click games available on Steam right now, updated on April 27th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted point & click games.
1. 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. The Night of the Rabbit is a adventure, point & click and indie game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on May 28th 2013 has received 3,158 reviews of which 2,824 were positive and 334 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for point & click category.
8.6
2,824
334
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
2. 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! Goodbye Deponia is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on October 17th 2013 has received 2,353 reviews of which 2,089 were positive and 264 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in point & click games.
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2,089
264
-95%
21.00€
1.05€
3. Deponia: The Complete Journey
Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place. Deponia: The Complete Journey is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on July 08th 2014 has received 6,512 reviews of which 5,597 were positive and 915 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in point & click games.
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5,597
915
-95%
30.80€
1.54€
4. Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth
12th century, England: In a time of poverty and war, a small town begins the construction of a cathedral to claim wealth and safety for its people. In their struggle to survive, lives and destinies intertwine. Based on Ken Follett's world-bestseller ‘The Pillars of the Earth’. Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth is a choices matter, adventure and visual novel game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on August 15th 2017 has received 7,035 reviews of which 6,517 were positive and 518 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for point & click games.
9.0
6,517
518
-94%
20.50€
1.23€
5. Deponia Doomsday
Can you change Deponia's fate? Do you have what it takes to change Rufus' past, present and future without accidently destroying the whole planet? Fight time itself in this action-packed, platypus-tastic and insanely hilarious story. Deponia Doomsday is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on March 01st 2016 has received 3,828 reviews of which 3,279 were positive and 549 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for point & click games.
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3,279
549
-94%
18.67€
1.12€
6. The Darkside Detective
Grab your trench coat, tune your sixth sense and join the Darkside Division as they investigate the outright bizarre, the downright dangerous and the confusing cases of Twin Lakes. Flesh-hungry tentacles, mafian zombies, and the occasional missing sock are no match for The Darkside Detective. The Darkside Detective is a point & click, detective and pixel graphics game developed by Spooky Doorway and published by Akupara Games. Released on July 27th 2017 has received 4,667 reviews of which 4,409 were positive and 258 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for point & click games.
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4,409
258
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
7. 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. Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes is a point & click, adventure and dark humor game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on October 16th 2012 has received 3,129 reviews of which 2,781 were positive and 348 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for point & click games.
8.5
2,781
348
-93%
21.29€
1.49€
8. Yesterday Origins
John Yesterday becomes immortal following an occult ritual. However, not everything goes to plan. He and his girlfriend Pauline must embark on an investigation to try to reproduce the immortality ritual. But his former acquaintances have other plans for him... Yesterday Origins is a adventure, point & click and violent game developed by Pendulo Studios and published by Microids. Released on November 10th 2016 has received 684 reviews of which 567 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for point & click games.
7.8
567
117
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
9. Genesis Noir
A noir adventure spanning time and space. When a love triangle between cosmic beings becomes a bitter confrontation, you'll witness a gunshot fired by a jealous god—otherwise known as The Big Bang. Jump into the expanding universe and search for a way to destroy creation and save your love. Genesis Noir is a noir, point & click and story rich game developed by Feral Cat Den and published by Fellow Traveller. Released on March 26th 2021 has received 1,966 reviews of which 1,544 were positive and 422 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for point & click games.
7.6
1,544
422
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
10. The Whispered World Special Edition
When the fate of a world hangs in the balance, an unusual hero arises! The visually impressive adventure-epic The Whispered World is now available as a Special Edition for the first time. Let the Whispered World enchant you with its many animated details and fantastic characters. The Whispered World Special Edition is a adventure, point & click and indie game developed and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on May 06th 2014 has received 1,971 reviews of which 1,490 were positive and 481 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for point & click games.
7.3
1,490
481
-93%
18.86€
1.32€
Free point & click games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play point & click games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 27th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play point & click games.
1. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon! Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery is a casual, adventure and point & click game developed by Multicast and published by MulticastGames. Released on November 15th 2024 has received 974 reviews of which 671 were positive and 303 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. With 3,737 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free point & click games on Steam.
6.7
671
303
3,737
players
2. Brighter Shores
Brighter Shores is an all new adventure from award winning MMORPG designer Andrew Gower. It is an enchanting point-and-click style RPG with hundreds of hours of gameplay, set in a land of magic and mysteries, with a huge number of professions to try, and something new to find around every corner. Brighter Shores is a early access, mmorpg and rpg game developed and published by Fen Research Ltd. Released on November 06th 2024 has received 8,918 reviews of which 6,407 were positive and 2,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 499, this point & click game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free point & click games on Steam.
7.0
6,407
2,511
499
players
3. Adventure Escape Mysteries
Experience the unique puzzles and critically-acclaimed stories enjoyed by millions. Investigate clues, solve puzzles, and escape the room in beautifully illustrated adventures! Choose your story. Solve a murder mystery, survive the horror, or embark on a fantasy adventure. Adventure Escape Mysteries is a free to play, point & click and escape room game developed and published by Haiku Games Co. Released on May 05th 2020 has received 901 reviews of which 785 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 168, this point & click game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free point & click games on Steam.
8.2
785
116
168
players
4. Cube Escape: Paradox
The tenth Cube Escape follows the story of detective Dale Vandermeer who finds himself trapped in two different universes and needs to escape. Cube Escape: Paradox will be released together with the accompanying Paradox: A Rusty Lake Film. Cube Escape: Paradox is a puzzle, free to play and psychological horror game developed and published by Rusty Lake. Released on September 20th 2018 has received 10,317 reviews of which 10,035 were positive and 282 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
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10,035
282
57
players
5. Unsolved Case
A new lead turns up old doubts about an 'Unsolved Case'. A trap, or a copycat killer? In this co-op puzzle game prequel to the award-winning Cryptic Killer series, put on your detective badges as you collaborate and communicate to crack the codes, solve the riddles, and catch the Cryptic Killer. Unsolved Case is a online co-op, puzzle and escape room game developed and published by Eleven Puzzles. Released on November 24th 2022 has received 5,471 reviews of which 4,841 were positive and 630 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
8.6
4,841
630
52
players
6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure! The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is a visual novel, free to play and point & click game developed and published by SEGA. Released on March 31st 2023 has received 23,389 reviews of which 22,739 were positive and 650 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
9.5
22,739
650
46
players
7. Aurora Hills: Chapter 1
Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is the first part in series of point and click puzzle adventure games. Follow the journey of Ethan Hill, a park ranger tasked with investigating strange disappearances from the region to uncover the mystery of Aurora Hills! Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a adventure, puzzle and mystery game developed and published by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd.. Released on April 20th 2024 has received 2,433 reviews of which 2,328 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
9.1
2,328
105
28
players
8. King's Quest
King’s Quest is a collection of five different chapter releases, each focusing on an untold tale in Graham’s past. Discover a wondrous world full of whimsical characters, charming puzzles and perilous dangers in this fun and enchanting coming of age story. King's Quest is a adventure, puzzle and point & click game developed by The Odd Gentlemen and published by Sierra. Released on July 28th 2015 has received 2,864 reviews of which 2,578 were positive and 286 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
8.6
2,578
286
24
players
9. Samsara Room
You woke up in a mysterious room you have never seen before. Can you find another way out? Samsara Room is a remake of the praised predecessor of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series. Samsara Room is a indie, adventure and puzzle game developed and published by Rusty Lake. Released on April 29th 2020 has received 9,038 reviews of which 8,797 were positive and 241 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
9.4
8,797
241
23
players
10. Pixel Art Coloring Book
Pixel Art Coloring Book easily removes your stress! A huge range of colorful pixel art images in this coloring book is for ALL AGES! Relax while coloring awesome pixel art coloring pages. Start color by number today & feel better. It’s simple. It’s good. It’s fun. Pixel Art Coloring Book is a relaxing, pixel graphics and casual game developed and published by Peaksel. Released on April 12th 2021 has received 894 reviews of which 748 were positive and 146 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free point & click games on Steam.
7.9
748
146
21
players