Best Class-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,130 Class-Based games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Class-Based game rankings were last updated on 7/3/2025.
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1. Deep Rock Galactic
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters.
Deep Rock Galactic holds the #1 spot for "best Class-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346,031 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 336,534 positive reviews and 9,497 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.89 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Deep Rock Galactic on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.89 |
| Release Date | 5/13/2020 |
| Franchise | Coffee Stain |
| Developer | Ghost Ship Games |
| Publisher | Coffee Stain Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 548430 |
2. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Baldur's Gate 3 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 767,212 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 743,005 positive reviews and 24,207 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $47.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $47.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2023 |
| Franchise | Larian Studios |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1086940 |
3. Rabbit and Steel
RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!
Rabbit and Steel has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,819 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,577 positive reviews and 242 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Rabbit and Steel on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. Killing Floor
6-player co-op survival horror at its finest! Free updates, free special events and a ridiculous amount of fun!
Killing Floor has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,875 positive reviews and 3,219 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Killing Floor on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 5/14/2009 |
| Developer | Tripwire Interactive |
| Publisher | Tripwire Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1250 |
5. Against the Storm
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Against the Storm has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,705 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,101 positive reviews and 1,604 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Franchise | Hooded Horse |
| Developer | Eremite Games |
| Publisher | Hooded Horse |
| Steam App Id | 1336490 |
6. Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.
Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,725 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,573 positive reviews and 1,152 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/20/2017 |
| Developer | Reactive Drop Team |
| Publisher | Reactive Drop Team |
| Steam App Id | 563560 |
7. Alien Swarm
Co-operative multiplayer game and complete code base available for free.
Alien Swarm has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,199 positive reviews and 1,095 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Alien Swarm on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5
Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,807 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,207 positive reviews and 600 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 7/11/2019 |
| Franchise | EARTH DEFENSE FORCE SERIES |
| Developer | SANDLOT |
| Publisher | D3PUBLISHER |
| Steam App Id | 1007040 |
9. Chronicon
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Chronicon has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,345 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,824 positive reviews and 521 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.89 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chronicon on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Our Adventurer Guild
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Our Adventurer Guild has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,924 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,853 positive reviews and 71 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 11,279 | 5/13/2020 | 96 | $9.89 | Steam Charts | |
| 76,187 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $47.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 443 | 5/9/2024 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 372 | 5/14/2009 | 94 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,738 | 12/8/2023 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 247 | 4/20/2017 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 7/19/2010 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 513 | 7/11/2019 | 92 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 237 | 8/21/2020 | 92 | $4.89 | Steam Charts | |
| 592 | 4/12/2024 | 92 | $10.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 183 | 7/28/2021 | 92 | $7.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/8/2023 | 91 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 734 | 12/12/2019 | 91 | $9.74 | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 5/17/2021 | 91 | $1.04 | Steam Charts | |
 | 383 | 10/24/2024 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 55 | 1/23/2022 | 90 | $17.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 5/30/2024 | 90 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/12/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 207 | 4/14/2025 | 90 | $16.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 7/12/2010 | 90 | $1.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Against the Storm on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 29). Chronicon on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 4). Our Adventurer Guild on Steam. Steam Store.