Free Action-Adventure Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,369 Action-Adventure 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 Action-Adventure game rankings were last updated on 6/10/2025.
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1. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force holds the #1 spot for "best free Action-Adventure game on Steam" with a Player Score of 63. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 113,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,355 positive reviews and 41,582 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
2. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131,040 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97,088 positive reviews and 33,952 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
3. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,309 positive reviews and 1,765 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
4. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,006 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,737 positive reviews and 4,269 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
5. Hero's Land
HERO'S LAND is an MMO PVPVE game where survival isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. Monsters and enemies are out to get you, making every encounter a potential ambush. Fight for glory, and welcome to a world where strategy and courage are your greatest assets.
Hero's Land has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,874 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,107 positive reviews and 19,767 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hero's Land on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Tap Ninja - Idle game
Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!
Tap Ninja - Idle game has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,531 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,270 positive reviews and 1,261 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
| Release Date | 3/17/2022 |
| Developer | Broken Glass |
| Publisher | Broken Glass |
| Steam App Id | 1891700 |
7. Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms is a Dungeons & Dragons strategy management game uniting Champions from throughout the D&D multiverse into a grand adventure.
Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,219 positive reviews and 3,266 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 3/25/2020 |
| Developer | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Publisher | Codename Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 627690 |
8. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale.
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,886 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,408 positive reviews and 1,478 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/21/2025 |
| Developer | Netmarble Neo |
| Publisher | Netmarble |
| Steam App Id | 3183280 |
9. SMITE 2
Become a god and wage war in SMITE 2, the free-to-play Unreal Engine 5-powered sequel to the legendary third-person action MOBA. If you love challenging competition, intense action, ability-driven combat, rewarding teamwork, or godly mythology, you’ll see why 40+ million players love SMITE.
SMITE 2 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,299 positive reviews and 6,167 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SMITE 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/27/2024 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2437170 |
10. 江湖客栈-The Jianghu
Hey,you! This is not a place where the Beggar's can come in and beg for help! Without 100k silver coins, never think you can use our "Jianghu Inn" sign. what? Surprisingly, we managed to get together! Do you really want to give it a try?
江湖客栈-The Jianghu has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action-Adventure games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,303 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,301 positive reviews and 1,002 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play 江湖客栈-The Jianghu on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 90,851 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,729 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,758 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,621 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,488 | 5/18/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,902 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,869 | 3/25/2020 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,478 | 5/21/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,653 | 8/27/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,522 | 9/1/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,354 | 1/25/2016 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,327 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 881 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 814 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 755 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 747 | 3/29/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 677 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 662 | 9/2/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 512 | 10/12/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 292 | 6/4/2025 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 10). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 9). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 9). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 9). Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). SMITE 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 17). 江湖客栈-The Jianghu on Steam. Steam Store.