Free Action Roguelike Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,259 Action Roguelike 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 Roguelike game rankings were last updated on 4/1/2026.
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1. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves holds the #1 spot for "best free Action Roguelike game on Steam" with a Player Score of 88. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,836 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,357 positive reviews and 4,479 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,420 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,018 positive reviews and 1,402 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 |
3. Realm of the Mad God Exalt
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the pixelated Realm of the Mad God! Join, an action-packed, free-to-play MMO bullet hell game. Discover a world with danger, challenges, and hidden treasures as you battle through waves of enemies. Team up with players and conquer dungeons to become a legend!
Realm of the Mad God Exalt has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,353 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,184 positive reviews and 8,169 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Realm of the Mad God Exalt on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/20/2012 |
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| Steam App Id | 200210 |
4. Muck
Muck is a survival-roguelike. Collect resources, find items & build a base to survive for as long as you can.
Muck has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 181,949 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 169,943 positive reviews and 12,006 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Muck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. wonderking
The return of classic 2D side-scrolling action! WonderKing is a free-to-play MMORPG packed with flashy combat and deep progression. Advance through diverse classes, master unique combos, and party up with friends for epic boss raids. Start your adventure today!
wonderking has achieved a Player Score of 44, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 311 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 133 positive reviews and 178 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 wonderking on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/12/2026 |
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| Publisher | wondersoft |
| Steam App Id | 3825780 |
6. HoloCure - Save the Fans!
Play as your favorite Vtubers from Hololive! Fight, explore, and clear your way through armies of fans and save them from their mind-control in this unofficial free fan-game.
HoloCure - Save the Fans! has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,365 positive reviews and 387 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play HoloCure - Save the Fans! on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/17/2023 |
| Developer | KayAnimate |
| Publisher | KayAnimate |
| Steam App Id | 2420510 |
7. BAPBAP
Join BAPBAP, the Roguelike Party game where no two matches are ever the same. Round up your homies, pick a character, and build a giga-unfair build that'll make them hate you - then do it all over again!
BAPBAP has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,918 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,071 positive reviews and 847 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 BAPBAP on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/19/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2226280 |
8. Punishing: Gray Raven
As the commandant of the Gray Raven squad, you must assemble the most powerful Construct soldiers ever created and lead them into battle. Uncover the dark truths behind the Punishing Virus, push back the Corrupted, and reclaim Earth in this stylish, high-octane action RPG.
Punishing: Gray Raven has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 614 positive reviews and 233 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 Punishing: Gray Raven on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/3/2026 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 4125930 |
9. Shadow Fight Arena
Shadow Fight Arena is a fighting game in which you will take part in an epic Shadow Tournament. Choose your Hero and prove what you are capable of!
Shadow Fight Arena has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,778 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,030 positive reviews and 748 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Shadow Fight Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/29/2025 |
| Developer | Nekki Limited |
| Publisher | Nekki Limited |
| Steam App Id | 1446890 |
10. Disfigure
Disfigure is a grim-dark rogue-like where you battle relentless hordes of monsters lurking in the shadows. Unlock powerful weapons, craft god-like builds with hundreds of upgrades, slay colossal bosses, and push your limits in intense 20–30 minute survival runs.
Disfigure has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,999 positive reviews and 135 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Disfigure on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Cold Brew Entertainment |
| Publisher | Cold Brew Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2083160 |
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| 5,301 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,797 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,043 | 2/20/2012 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 831 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 354 | 1/12/2026 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 346 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 211 | 8/19/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 167 | 2/3/2026 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 130 | 10/29/2025 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 92 | 7/27/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 1/27/2026 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 78 | 7/10/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 76 | 5/23/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 2/13/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 6/12/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 71 | 8/2/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 8/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 3/13/2026 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 12/4/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 55 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 1). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). Realm of the Mad God Exalt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 29). wonderking on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 15). HoloCure - Save the Fans! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 30). BAPBAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 1). Punishing: Gray Raven on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 1). Shadow Fight Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). Disfigure on Steam. Steam Store.