Steam Drops 8 Free Games You Can Keep Forever, No Catch

If you're a gamer with a Steam account (which, let's be honest, is most of us), you can download and keep no less than eight brand-new free games right now. No subscription needed, no catch. Just seven games that might not have been on your radar previously.

2025 was an absolutely massive year for video games, and 2026 doesn't look like it's going to be any different. Between GTA 6, the 30th anniversary of Pokémon, Resident Evil Requiem, and so much more besides, we're going to be ridiculously busy. That's why I'd advise you to play through as many of these free games now as you possibly can. Because once the releases start coming, they aren't going to let up.

Ktrl Smash

An action platformer with style

Ktrl Smash is a fast-paced multiplayer arena game "where anything can become a weapon." After choosing your fighter, you can grab bats, baseballs, or even chairs to knock out enemies and make sure you're the last one standing. The goal is to stay alert, keep moving, and defeat as many players as you can. It was released at the end of last year and doesn't have many reviews yet, but be sure to check out this small game when you get a chance.

Poker Fate - ACG Texas Hold'em

Poker? I barely know her!

Poker Fate is basically a card game for people who like anime girls. If that sounds like a loaded comment, I promise I'm not trying to be shady. That's just what this game is. The game's official description even states it's an "anime-style Texas Hold'em game featuring beautiful heroines." It has mixed reviews, but I think you'll decide whether this game is for you based on that one line of description alone.

Space Aces

In space, nobody can hear your game is free

Space Aces is an ambitious indie MMORPG shooter that promises an "online universe full of action, strategy, and fierce competition. Step into the cockpit and evolve from a rookie pilot into the most feared Ace in the galaxy!" Again, reviews are mixed, but there are gamers who have already put hundreds of hours into this one, so there's clearly something special here.

Humanoid

A parody sci-fi game

Humanoid is a retro-flavored top-down shooter in the style of early 8-bit arcade games that was released on January 1. "To survive, you need to play aggressively: you're rewarded for acting fast and clearing rooms. It is simple to play, difficult to win."

Drunk Driving Simulator

Don't try this at home

If you've ever wanted to see what it's like to drive drunk without actually driving drunk IRL (because, please don't ever do that), Drunk Driving Simulator is the game for you. I think this one is pretty self-explanatory, right? It also has some really strong reviews, so maybe it's really worth checking out.

Rogue Slots

Thou must spin to win, m'lord

Rogue Slots is a fun deckbuilding roguelike, with a slot machine as your Dungeon Master. You can spin to strike, and every action is dictated by the slot machine. You'll load the reels with weapons, coins, and cursed relics, then see what fate has in store for you. This one really is a novel concept, well executed.

Once Upon A Shell

Hare today, gone tomorrow

You'll be drawn to Once Upon a Shell because of its gorgeous storybook aesthetic, but you'll stick around for its adorable racing fun. This is a genuinely sweet game that's perfect to play with any younger family members you might want to get into video games, and I'd urge you to check it out.

That's your lot for now, but I should stress that there are always new games being added to Steam every single day, so I'll be back soon with another roundup of the best of the bunch that might otherwise have passed you by.