Best Hidden Gems
For every blockbuster everyone is talking about, there is a brilliant game that slipped under the radar. This list is all about those: 382 hidden gems that critics loved but that never made it into the best-seller charts. Expect clever ideas, unusual settings and lots of heart - usually for a lot less than a big release costs. Read the FAQ
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- Popular Games
- Hot New Game Deals
- Historical Low Game Deals
- AAA Games on Sale
- Cheap AAA Games Under $10
- 90%+ Off Game Deals
- Under $10
- Free-to-Play Games
- Critically Acclaimed Games
- Hidden Gems
- Best Games of 2026
- Best Games of 2025
- Co-op Games
- PC VR Games
- Roguelike Games
- Cozy Games
- Anime Games
- Story-Rich Games
- Xbox Game Pass Games
- Leaving Xbox Game Pass Soon
Frequently asked questions about Hidden Gems
What are the best hidden gems on PC right now?
The best rated hidden gems right now are Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Silent Hill f, and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. The list updates every day, so new finds show up as soon as they get enough reviews.
How do you pick the hidden gems?
A game needs an average critic score of 80 or more, but only a handful of critic reviews (three to six) - famous games get many more. It also must not be on Steam's top-seller list. Together that leaves games that are great, but that far fewer people have played.
What kinds of games are hidden gems?
All kinds. There are deep RPGs like Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Wildermyth, beautiful adventures like Tchia and Planet of Lana, clever mysteries like The Forgotten City, and tactical games like Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew. Use the filters at the top to find gems in your favorite genre.
Are hidden gems cheaper than big games?
Usually, yes. Many of them are indie or smaller games that launch at a lower price and go on sale often, so you can try several for the price of one new release.
Where can I find more great games?
If you want the most famous games with the best reviews, check out Critically Acclaimed Games. Looking for something cheap but big? See Cheap AAA Games Under $10. And for games at their lowest price ever, there is Historical Low Game Deals.
