Best Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,781 Multiplayer 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. Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 4/28/2024.
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1. Stardew Valley
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Stardew Valley holds the #1 spot for "best Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 694,481 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 682,309 positive reviews and 12,172 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 2/26/2016 |
| Developer | ConcernedApe |
| Publisher | ConcernedApe |
| Steam App Id | 413150 |
2. Hades
Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Hades has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,695 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 245,780 positive reviews and 3,915 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 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 | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2020 |
| Franchise | Supergiant Games |
| Developer | Supergiant Games |
| Publisher | Supergiant Games |
| Steam App Id | 1145360 |
3. Terraria
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Terraria has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,278,187 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,247,887 positive reviews and 30,300 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
4. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 719,244 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 702,362 positive reviews and 16,882 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
5. Left 4 Dead 2
Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2) is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Left 4 Dead, the #1 co-op game of 2008. This co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.
Left 4 Dead 2 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 850,531 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 829,552 positive reviews and 20,979 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
6. Mount & Blade: Warband
In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!
Mount & Blade: Warband has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 159,817 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 156,199 positive reviews and 3,618 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mount & Blade: Warband on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2010 |
| Developer | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Publisher | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 48700 |
7. Half-Life 2
1998. HALF-LIFE sends a shock through the game industry with its combination of pounding action and continuous, immersive storytelling. Valve's debut title wins more than 50 game-of-the-year awards on its way to being named "Best PC Game Ever" by PC Gamer, and launches a franchise with more than eight million retail units sold worldwide.
Half-Life 2 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 190,782 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 186,241 positive reviews and 4,541 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
9. Bloons TD 6
The Bloons are back and better than ever! Get ready for a massive 3D tower defense game designed to give you hours and hours of the best strategy gaming available.
Bloons TD 6 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 305,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 297,083 positive reviews and 8,014 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bloons TD 6 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $13.99 |
| Release Date | 12/18/2018 |
| Franchise | Ninja Kiwi Games |
| Developer | Ninja Kiwi |
| Publisher | Ninja Kiwi |
| Steam App Id | 960090 |
10. Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Counter-Strike has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236,388 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 230,369 positive reviews and 6,019 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 143,884 | 2/26/2016 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,459 | 9/17/2020 | 97 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 35,588 | 5/16/2011 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 41,836 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,232 | 11/16/2009 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,373 | 3/31/2010 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,207 | 11/16/2004 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 7/17/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,406 | 12/18/2018 | 96 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,188 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,743 | 5/29/2015 | 96 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 35,176 | 11/29/2006 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 35,674 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 108,314 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 2/11/2021 | 96 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,139 | 8/14/2020 | 96 | $35.00 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,620 | 1/24/2018 | 96 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,196 | 6/8/2020 | 96 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,267 | 4/1/2023 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,008 | 1/24/2019 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). Hades on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 17). Terraria on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 23). Left 4 Dead 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 26). Mount & Blade: Warband on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Half-Life 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 20). Cats Hidden in Paris on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 24). Bloons TD 6 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.