Free 2D Fighter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,691 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 3/14/2025.
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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 382,513 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 312,495 positive reviews and 70,018 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 62, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,967 positive reviews and 8,853 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 118,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90,409 positive reviews and 27,601 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 61, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,364 positive reviews and 2,105 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 780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 387 positive reviews and 393 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 65, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 197 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 135 positive reviews and 62 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. 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 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,123 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,466 positive reviews and 657 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 |
8. Ninja Rift
Ninja Rift: Unleash Your Inner Warrior
Ninja Rift has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70 positive reviews and 34 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ninja Rift on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/16/2024 |
| Developer | Stax Studio |
| Publisher | Stax Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3095380 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,858 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,265 positive reviews and 593 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 935 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 636 positive reviews and 299 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 | 7/22/2022 |
| Franchise | Capcom |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1755910 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free 2D Fighter games available on Steam.
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| 12,716 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,983 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 485 | 7/19/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 157 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 104 | 8/2/2023 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 85 | 6/14/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 71 | 9/27/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62 | 8/16/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 53 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50 | 7/22/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 5/24/2021 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 5/6/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 10/18/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 11/15/2017 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 5/30/2018 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 3/6/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 5/7/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 5/18/2023 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 7/25/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). MultiVersus on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 12). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 14). Overlewd on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Shinobi Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Killer Instinct on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 12). Ninja Rift on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Flash Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium on Steam. Steam Store.