Free 2D Fighter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,370 2D Fighter games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free 2D Fighter game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D Fighter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,323 positive reviews and 63,814 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
2. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters.
GrandChase has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,424 positive reviews and 8,881 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GrandChase on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Dungeon Fighter Online
Get ready for the ultimate brawl! Dungeon Fighter Online is a classic beat-em up 2D action game with an epic storyline and RPG elements! Choose from 17 diverse classes, and unravel ancient mysteries as you punch, slash, shoot, or summon your way to victory!
Dungeon Fighter Online has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,266 positive reviews and 2,036 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Dungeon Fighter Online on the Steam Deck.
4. Idol Showdown
Made by hololive fans, for hololive fans. Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls.
Idol Showdown has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,171 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,856 positive reviews and 315 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idol Showdown on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/6/2023 |
| Developer | Besto Game Team |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1742020 |
5. Shinobi Warfare
Play an 2d turn based RPG multiplayer game, stylize your own shinobi and play different game modes alone or with your friends! Level up, unlock various items and skills and procced in your journey of becoming the next Kage!
Shinobi Warfare has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,062 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,920 positive reviews and 142 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. Flash Party
Flash Party brings another major update: removing levels, crossover Hero: ICEY, new stages and combat mechanics... The fun and exciting fighting party continues! Flash Party is a platform fighter. Attack, jump, dodge, and block... throw your opponents off-stage with all sorts of moves!
Flash Party has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,627 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,093 positive reviews and 534 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Flash Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/10/2023 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 1799370 |
7. Overlewd
Overlewd is a dark fantasy 3v3 turn-based RPG battler with a unique hand-drawn style. Control battles with ultimate spells and strategic targeting, expand your harem and unlock naughty memories of the local beauties. The world of Owerlewd awaits!
Overlewd has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 427 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 208 positive reviews and 219 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/2/2023 |
| Developer | Supadoge |
| Publisher | Nutaku Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 2308870 |
8. Killer Instinct
The legendary fighting franchise is back with over-the-top action, a wild cast of combatants, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS!!! Choose your ultimate combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and enthralling special attacks.
Killer Instinct has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,731 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,171 positive reviews and 560 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 9/27/2017 |
| Franchise | Iron Galaxy Studios |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 577940 |
9. CS2D
CS2D is a free fast-paced top-down multiplayer shooter. Featuring many different game modes, a built-in map editor and much more.
CS2D has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,538 positive reviews and 934 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/15/2017 |
| Developer | Unreal Software |
| Publisher | Unreal Software |
| Steam App Id | 666220 |
10. LUNIA Z:Revival
Lunia Z is an "Action Arcade" MMORPG. This translates to being a more action-oriented game, where you directly control your character and its actions, combining attacks you can create using the keyboard keys. It feels like watching an animated film with a powerful 3D impact and presentation.
LUNIA Z:Revival has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70 positive reviews and 64 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free 2D Fighter games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 17,872 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,817 | 7/28/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 209 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 180 | 5/6/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 130 | 6/14/2022 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 82 | 1/10/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 8/2/2023 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 9/27/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 11/15/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 8/4/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 5/6/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 5/24/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 5/7/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 10/18/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 9/10/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 7/22/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 9/18/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/30/2018 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 7/25/2019 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 17). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Idol Showdown on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Shinobi Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Flash Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Overlewd on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Killer Instinct on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). CS2D on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). LUNIA Z:Revival on Steam. Steam Store.