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Best Short Games

Make every minute count with the best short games of 2026. From impactful narrative experiences you can finish in an evening to tightly designed indie gems under five hours, this tag collects every title that delivers quality over quantity. Compare prices across official stores and keyshops to grab your next bite-sized adventure at the lowest price available. XD.deals helps you find great short games without wasting time or money.
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Helltaker
Free To Play Indie Adventure
Helltaker
Windows Mac Linux Steam Deck Playable 11 May 2020 Steam
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Helltaker Game
Helltaker
Release: 11 May 2020
Free To Play
Indie
Adventure
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Playable
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Playable
From:
Unavailable
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Portal
-27%
Action
Portal
Windows Linux Geforce Now Steam Deck Unsupported 10 Oct 2007 Steam
CJS-CDKeys CJS-CDKeys +13
from A$11.79
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Portal Game
Portal
Release: 10 Oct 2007
Action
Windows
Linux
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Linux
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
-27%
From:
A$11.79
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CJS-CDKeys
CJS-CDKeys
and 13 stores
Firewatch
-74%
Indie Adventure
Firewatch
Windows Mac Linux Geforce Now Steam Deck Unsupported 09 Feb 2016 Steam GOG
Eneba Eneba +12
from A$8.08
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Firewatch Game
Firewatch
Release: 09 Feb 2016
Indie
Adventure
Windows
Mac
Linux
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam GOG
Windows
Mac
Linux
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
-74%
From:
A$8.08
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Eneba
Eneba
and 12 stores
To the Moon
-61%
Indie RPG Adventure
To the Moon
Windows Mac Linux Steam Deck Playable 07 Sept 2012 Steam
Eneba Eneba +12
from A$6.16
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To the Moon Game
To the Moon
Release: 07 Sept 2012
Indie
RPG
Adventure
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Playable
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Playable
-61%
From:
A$6.16
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Eneba
Eneba
and 12 stores
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
-65%
Simulation
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
Windows Steam Deck Playable 17 Aug 2020 Steam
Steam Steam +5
from A$34.98
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Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition Game
Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
Release: 17 Aug 2020
Simulation
Rating: 3+
Windows
Steam Deck Playable
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Steam Deck Playable
-65%
From:
A$34.98
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Steam
Steam
and 5 stores
WILL: Follow The Light
Indie Adventure
WILL: Follow The Light
Windows 07 May 2026 Steam
Steam Steam +2
from A$34.95
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WILL: Follow The Light Game
WILL: Follow The Light
Release: 07 May 2026
Indie
Adventure
Windows
DRM:
Steam
Windows
From:
A$34.95
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Steam
Steam
and 2 stores
Little Nightmares
-86%
Adventure
Little Nightmares
Windows Steam Deck Unsupported 27 Apr 2017 Steam GOG
Eneba Eneba +23
from A$4.53
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Little Nightmares Game
Little Nightmares
Release: 27 Apr 2017
Adventure
Rating: 16+
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam GOG
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
-86%
From:
A$4.53
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Eneba
Eneba
and 23 stores
Five Nights at Freddy's
-8%
Indie Simulation
Five Nights at Freddy's
Windows Steam Deck Unsupported 19 Aug 2014 Steam
Gameseal Gameseal +9
from A$7.24
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Five Nights at Freddy's Game
Five Nights at Freddy's
Release: 19 Aug 2014
Indie
Simulation
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
-8%
From:
A$7.24
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Gameseal
Gameseal
and 9 stores
Bright Memory: Infinite
-85%
Action Indie
Bright Memory: Infinite
Windows Geforce Now Steam Deck Unsupported 11 Nov 2021 Steam GOG
Gameseal Gameseal +22
from A$4.25
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Bright Memory: Infinite Game
Bright Memory: Infinite
Release: 11 Nov 2021
Action
Indie
Windows
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam GOG
Windows
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Unsupported
-85%
From:
A$4.25
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Gameseal
Gameseal
and 22 stores
What Remains of Edith Finch
-82%
Indie Adventure
What Remains of Edith Finch
Windows Steam Deck Unsupported 24 Apr 2017 Steam Epic Games Launcher
Difmark Difmark +24
from A$5.16
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What Remains of Edith Finch Game
What Remains of Edith Finch
Release: 24 Apr 2017
Indie
Adventure
Rating: 16+
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam Epic Games Launcher
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
-82%
From:
A$5.16
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Difmark
Difmark
and 24 stores
Forever Ago
Indie Adventure
Forever Ago
Windows 08 Oct 2026 Steam
Coming soon
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Forever Ago Game
Forever Ago
Release: 08 Oct 2026
Indie
Adventure
Windows
DRM:
Steam
Windows
From:
Coming soon
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The Stanley Parable
-12%
Indie Adventure
The Stanley Parable
Windows Mac Linux Steam Deck Unsupported 17 Oct 2013 Steam Epic Games Launcher
G2A G2A +15
from A$18.31
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The Stanley Parable Game
The Stanley Parable
Release: 17 Oct 2013
Indie
Adventure
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam Epic Games Launcher
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
-12%
From:
A$18.31
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G2A
G2A
and 15 stores
The Berlin Apartment
-53%
Indie Adventure
The Berlin Apartment
Windows Steam Deck Unsupported 17 Nov 2025 Steam
G2Play G2Play +5
from A$18.80
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The Berlin Apartment Game
The Berlin Apartment
Release: 17 Nov 2025
Indie
Adventure
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
-53%
From:
A$18.80
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G2Play
G2Play
and 5 stores
Undusted: Letters from the Past
Indie Casual Simulation
Undusted: Letters from the Past
Windows Mac Steam Deck Unsupported Coming soon Steam
Steam Steam +2
from A$14.50
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Undusted: Letters from the Past Game
Undusted: Letters from the Past
Release: Coming soon
Indie
Casual
Simulation
Windows
Mac
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Steam Deck Unsupported
From:
A$14.50
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Steam
Steam
and 2 stores
Pineapple on pizza
Free To Play Indie Casual
Pineapple on pizza
Windows Mac Linux Steam Deck Unsupported 28 Mar 2023 Steam
N/A
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Pineapple on pizza Game
Pineapple on pizza
Release: 28 Mar 2023
Free To Play
Indie
Casual
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
From:
Unavailable
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Do Not Buy This Game
Indie Casual Adventure
Do Not Buy This Game
Windows 2027 Steam
Coming soon
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Do Not Buy This Game Game
Do Not Buy This Game
Release: 2027
Indie
Casual
Adventure
Windows
DRM:
Steam
Windows
From:
Coming soon
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Unheard - Voices of Crime
-77%
Indie RPG Simulation
Unheard - Voices of Crime
Windows Mac Steam Deck Playable 28 Mar 2019 Steam
Loaded Loaded +13
from A$3.29
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Unheard - Voices of Crime Game
Unheard - Voices of Crime
Release: 28 Mar 2019
Indie
RPG
Simulation
Windows
Mac
Steam Deck Playable
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Steam Deck Playable
-77%
From:
A$3.29
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Loaded
Loaded
and 13 stores
Bright Memory
-78%
Action Indie Adventure
Bright Memory
Windows Geforce Now Steam Deck Verified 25 Mar 2020 Steam GOG
G2Play G2Play +7
from A$2.27
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Bright Memory Game
Bright Memory
Release: 25 Mar 2020
Action
Indie
Adventure
Windows
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Verified
DRM:
Steam GOG
Windows
Geforce Now
Steam Deck Verified
-78%
From:
A$2.27
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G2Play
G2Play
and 7 stores
I Have No Change
Casual Simulation
I Have No Change
Windows 2027 Steam
Coming soon
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I Have No Change Game
I Have No Change
Release: 2027
Casual
Simulation
Windows
DRM:
Steam
Windows
From:
Coming soon
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Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
-85%
Action Indie Adventure
Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
Windows Steam Deck Playable 03 Sept 2013 Steam Epic Games Launcher
GAMIVO GAMIVO +11
from A$2.97
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Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons Game
Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
Release: 03 Sept 2013
Action
Indie
Adventure
Rating: 16+
Windows
Steam Deck Playable
DRM:
Steam Epic Games Launcher
Windows
Steam Deck Playable
-85%
From:
A$2.97
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GAMIVO
GAMIVO
and 11 stores
LIMBO
-62%
Action Indie Adventure
LIMBO
Windows Mac Linux Steam Deck Unsupported 02 Aug 2011 Steam Epic Games Launcher Microsoft Store
GAMIVO GAMIVO +14
from A$6.58
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LIMBO Game
LIMBO
Release: 02 Aug 2011
Action
Indie
Adventure
Rating: 16+
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam Epic Games Launcher Microsoft Store
Windows
Mac
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
-62%
From:
A$6.58
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GAMIVO
GAMIVO
and 14 stores
Aperture Desk Job
Action Free To Play Casual
Aperture Desk Job
Windows Linux Steam Deck Unsupported 01 Mar 2022 Steam
N/A
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Aperture Desk Job Game
Aperture Desk Job
Release: 01 Mar 2022
Action
Free To Play
Casual
Windows
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Linux
Steam Deck Unsupported
From:
Unavailable
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Ryse: Son of Rome
-73%
Action
Ryse: Son of Rome
Windows Steam Deck Unsupported 10 Oct 2014
Difmark Difmark +24
from A$4.30
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Ryse: Son of Rome Game
Ryse: Son of Rome
Release: 10 Oct 2014
Action
Rating: 18+
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
Windows
Steam Deck Unsupported
-73%
From:
A$4.30
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Difmark
Difmark
and 24 stores
Emily is Away
-8%
Free To Play Indie Casual
Emily is Away
Windows Mac Linux 20 Nov 2015 Steam
Gameseal Gameseal
from A$0.62
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Emily is Away Game
Emily is Away
Release: 20 Nov 2015
Free To Play
Indie
Casual
Windows
Mac
Linux
DRM:
Steam
Windows
Mac
Linux
-8%
From:
A$0.62
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Top 10 Best Short Games

  1. Helltaker
  2. Portal
  3. Firewatch
  4. To the Moon
  5. Microsoft Flight Simulator (2020) 40th Anniversary Edition
  6. WILL: Follow The Light
  7. Little Nightmares
  8. Five Nights at Freddy's
  9. Bright Memory: Infinite
  10. What Remains of Edith Finch

What are the best short games in 2026?

The best short games of 2026 deliver memorable experiences in compact playtimes. From narrative adventures to experimental indie titles, our list above showcases top-rated short games with real-time price comparisons across multiple stores.

How long are short games typically?

Short games typically last between 1 and 6 hours, though some offer additional replay value through multiple endings or unlockable content. They are ideal for busy schedules or for players who prefer focused, concise experiences.

Where can I buy short games cheap?

XD.deals compares prices for short games across dozens of stores. Click any title to see all offers, price history, and the current best deal. Many short indie games are already budget-friendly, and alerts catch further discounts.

Are there free games in this category?

Free titles make up 18% here, against 13% across comparable categories. Some are full productions funded by microtransactions, others are demos and short independent projects. A free title has nothing to discount, which lowers the share of games on sale across the whole category. If you are after titles with no price tag at all, we keep a separate list of free games.

How deep are the discounts in this category?

On reduced titles the average cut reaches 68% here, against 66% across comparable categories. Discount depth depends mainly on the age of a title, because older entries fall further than fresh releases. A high percentage does not always mean a low amount, so compare the final price rather than the discount itself. Titles sitting at their historical low are collected in a separate listing.