Free 2D Fighter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,761 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 5/16/2025.
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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 sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free 2D Fighter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 385,429 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 314,184 positive reviews and 71,245 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 63, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,190 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,328 positive reviews and 8,862 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. MultiVersus
MultiVersus is a free-to-play platform fighter that brings the depth of iconic WB stars to life across the nearly endless possibilities of play.
MultiVersus has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 118,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90,289 positive reviews and 27,735 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MultiVersus on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/19/2022 |
| Franchise | WB Games |
| Developer | Player First Games |
| Publisher | Warner Bros. Games |
| Steam App Id | 1818750 |
4. 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 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,524 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,386 positive reviews and 2,138 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.
5. Overlewd
What's better than lewd? Overlewd! Collect warriors, challenge bosses, and unlock stories filled with danger, devastatingly stylish battles and the most cultured time. Did you just nut to the plot?
Overlewd has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 829 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 416 positive reviews and 413 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2308870 |
6. 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 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 209 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 142 positive reviews and 67 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.
7. Flash Party
Flash Party brings another major update: new colorful stickers, weekly free heroes, community event trophy wall... 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 66, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,886 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,288 positive reviews and 598 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,610 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,264 positive reviews and 346 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 |
| Franchise | holo Indie |
| Developer | Besto Game Team |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1742020 |
9. Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium
Play more of your favorite arcade hits from yesteryear. Includes SONSON for free!
Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 969 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 658 positive reviews and 311 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.
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 7/22/2022 |
| Franchise | Capcom |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1755910 |
10. Capcom Arcade Stadium
Relive the Capcom classics! Get 1943 -The Battle of Midway- and game logo wallpapers free with your download!
Capcom Arcade Stadium has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,396 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,389 positive reviews and 2,007 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.
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 5/24/2021 |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1515950 |
More Free 2D Fighter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free 2D Fighter games available on Steam.
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| 9,856 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,120 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 278 | 7/19/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 174 | 8/9/2016 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 100 | 8/2/2023 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 61 | 6/14/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 54 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44 | 5/6/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37 | 7/22/2022 | 66 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 36 | 5/24/2021 | 54 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 8/16/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 9/27/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 10/18/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 5/18/2023 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 11/15/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 8/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 4/15/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 5/8/2019 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 6/5/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 17). MultiVersus on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Overlewd on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Shinobi Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Flash Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 17). Idol Showdown on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Capcom Arcade Stadium on Steam. Steam Store.