The Best Steampunk Games

Update : SteamDolls - Concept Demo FREE added at rank #16.
1

Nonograms! (2024)

View Similar Games
83
Review score
Logo of Nonograms! Screenshot of Nonograms! Screenshot of Nonograms! Screenshot of Nonograms!

Android PC Windows

Nonograms is a relaxing puzzle game where you use logic and creativity. Your goal is to reveal hidden pictures by filling in specific grid cells, based on numerical clues provided for each row and column. The games in this genre are also known as Picross, Griddlers, Pic-a-Pix, Hanjie, etc.


  • steampunk
  • logic
  • puzzle
  • board-game
  • scrolling
  • grid
  • tabletop
  • relaxing
  • education
  • replay-value
  • family-friendly
  • 2d
  • abstract

2

Circus Electrique (2022)

View Similar Games
72
Review score
Logo of Circus Electrique Screenshot of Circus Electrique Screenshot of Circus Electrique Screenshot of Circus Electrique

Xbox Series X PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One

Circus Electrique is part story-driven RPG, part tactics, part circus management, and completely enthralling– all with a steampunk twist. When everyday Londoners mysteriously turn into vicious killers, only the show’s talented performers possess the skills necessary to save the city.

Buy

  • steampunk
  • turn-based
  • tactical
  • rpg
  • management
  • battle
  • strategy

3

Synergy (2024)

View Similar Games
88
Review score
Logo of Synergy Screenshot of Synergy Screenshot of Synergy Screenshot of Synergy

early access Linux PC Windows Mac OS

Synergy is a city-building game in which humanity must survive in a strange and hostile world. Build a city while respecting the ecosystem. Explore and analyze your environment. Provide for the needs of your citizens.


  • diplomacy
  • post-apocalyptic
  • economy
  • base-building
  • city-building
  • building
  • trading
  • steampunk
  • resource-management
  • survival
  • management
  • simulation
  • strategy
  • farming

4

Airships: Conquer the Skies (2018)

View Similar Games
93
Review score
Logo of Airships: Conquer the Skies Screenshot of Airships: Conquer the Skies Screenshot of Airships: Conquer the Skies Screenshot of Airships: Conquer the Skies

Linux PC Windows Mac OS

Construct mighty steampunk airships and fly them into battle, waging war and conquering the skies!


  • grand-strategy
  • real-time
  • naval
  • steampunk
  • strategy
  • i
  • wargame
  • 4x
  • authentic
  • pvp
  • data-driven
  • cooperative
  • mech
  • combat
  • tanks

5

Syberia: The World Before (2022)

View Similar Games
82
Review score
Logo of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before Screenshot of Syberia: The World Before

PC Windows Playstation 5 Xbox Series X

Syberia: The World Before is a stunning point-and-click adventure game that will transport you to an alternate reality European city. You'll switch back and forth between two protagonists, solving challenging puzzles and uncovering a captivating story filled with themes of identity and reflection.


What we like:
  • Captivating storytelling with impressive graphics and audio
  • Engaging and challenging puzzles with a hint system
  • Stunning environments and music
  • Suitable for both newcomers and longtime fans
What could be improved:
  • The navigation system can be frustrating
  • Occasional low-resolution textures and grammatical errors in the subtitles
  • One of the main characters can be unlikable due to her actions and lack of responsibility

  • point-and-click
  • adventure
  • puzzle
  • steampunk
  • mystery
  • cinematic
  • story
  • graphic
  • investigation
  • narration
  • narrative
  • third-person
  • emotional
  • detective
  • historical

6

Tin Hearts (2023)

View Similar Games
77
Review score
Logo of Tin Hearts Screenshot of Tin Hearts Screenshot of Tin Hearts Screenshot of Tin Hearts

Xbox Series X Nintendo Switch Xbox One osvr PC Windows Playstation 5 Playstation 4

Step into the magical world of Tin Hearts, a captivating puzzle-adventure game. Guide tin soldiers through whimsical levels, solve ingenious riddles, and unravel the touching tale of inventor Albert J. Butterworth. With enchanting animation, a poignant soundtrack, and a decent length of gameplay, Tin Hearts is the perfect treat for puzzle enthusiasts.


What we like:
  • Challenging and inventive puzzles
  • Beautiful graphics and design
  • Engaging and emotional narrative
  • Memorable music
  • Satisfying length of gameplay
What could be improved:
  • Suboptimal isometric view can make puzzles hard to understand
  • Difficulty in placing and manipulating objects
  • Forced camera movement

  • puzzle
  • steampunk
  • lemmings
  • alternate-timeline
  • manipulation
  • platform
  • relaxing
  • fiction
  • first-person
  • time
  • vr
  • narration
  • 3d
  • choices
  • magic

7

Gremlins, Inc. (2016)

View Similar Games
89
Review score
Logo of Gremlins, Inc. Screenshot of Gremlins, Inc. Screenshot of Gremlins, Inc. Screenshot of Gremlins, Inc.

PC Windows Linux Mac OS

This is an intense strategy board game in a steampunk world of corrupt capitalist gremlins who compete for money, political power and prestige. Save and invest, steal and extort, arrest and get arrested – in single-player and multiplayer, with ranks and ladders, team mode and spectator mode.


  • card
  • board-game
  • steampunk
  • strategy
  • turn-based
  • dice
  • satire
  • moddable
  • multiplayer
  • political
  • tabletop

8

Vaporum: Lockdown (2020)

View Similar Games
81
Review score
Logo of Vaporum: Lockdown Screenshot of Vaporum: Lockdown Screenshot of Vaporum: Lockdown Screenshot of Vaporum: Lockdown

PC Windows Nintendo Switch Xbox One Mac OS Linux Playstation 4

Experience the danger and secrets of the steampunk world as Ellie Teller in Vaporum: Lockdown. With challenging combat, puzzle-solving, and RPG-style upgrades, immerse yourself in the intriguing world of the tower of Arx Vaporum. Uncover hidden secrets, unique enemies, and thrilling adventures in this first-person game. Are you ready to escape and survive?


What we like:
  • Fun and rewarding gameplay with dynamic combat and exploration
  • Simple skill tree system that allows for unique builds
  • Engaging story with interesting collectibles
  • Accessible to players unfamiliar with the genre
  • Great style and graphics
What could be improved:
  • Puzzles can become tedious and repetitive
  • Boss fights can be long and dissatisfying
  • Use of present-day language clashes with the game's historical setting
  • Character progression options can feel experimental and not worth investing in

  • dungeon-crawler
  • steampunk
  • grid
  • rpg
  • old-school
  • gadget
  • real-time
  • reflexes
  • puzzle
  • tactical

9

Escape Machine City (2021)

View Similar Games
86
Review score
Logo of Escape Machine City Screenshot of Escape Machine City Screenshot of Escape Machine City Screenshot of Escape Machine City

PC Windows Android IOS iPhone

- A next level escape game with stunning 3D graphics and visual effects!. Discover a strangely unique machine world that is trapped on a high cliff in a desolated wasteland.


  • puzzle
  • investigation
  • steampunk
  • hidden-object
  • point-and-click
  • mystery
  • logic
  • 3d
  • escape
  • linear
  • retro-futuristic
  • room
  • atmospheric
  • first-person
  • adventure

10

Gestalt: Steam & Cinder (2024)

View Similar Games
68
Review score
Logo of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder Screenshot of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder Screenshot of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder Screenshot of Gestalt: Steam & Cinder

Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.


  • steampunk
  • metroidvania
  • 2d
  • scroller
  • platform
  • soundtrack
  • pixel
  • exploration
  • story
  • anime
  • atmospheric

Not seeing your game?