Free Action Roguelike Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,331 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 9/26/2025.
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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 24,079 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,556 positive reviews and 2,523 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 8,826 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,507 positive reviews and 1,319 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. Dreamslayer
Dreamslayer is an epic fantasy first-person hack’n’zap swarm arena game with retro styling. Defend your world from a Demon invasion from beyond the stars.
Dreamslayer has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dreamslayer on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/15/2024 |
| Developer | Swinburne VE - ICT |
| Publisher | Swinburne University of Technology |
| Steam App Id | 2670250 |
4. 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 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,950 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,909 positive reviews and 8,041 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 178,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 166,556 positive reviews and 11,566 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).
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 38,808 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,436 positive reviews and 372 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 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,634 positive reviews and 603 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).
8. Terminull Brigade™
Rise in the virtual rebellion together with other players, or alone. Master your Rogueteers with distinct playstyles and customizable builds in this action-packed roguelike game.
Terminull Brigade™ has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,000 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,714 positive reviews and 2,286 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 Terminull Brigade™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/29/2025 |
| Developer | Pew Pew Games |
| Publisher | Level Infinite |
| Steam App Id | 3104410 |
9. Disfigure
Disfigure is a top-down shooter rogue-like in which you fight countless grotesque creatures shrouded in darkness. Choose from a variety of weapons and over a hundred upgrades to create unique builds each run and survive.
Disfigure has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,920 positive reviews and 124 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 |
10. The Braves
Demolish hordes of enemies and survive against all odds! Unlock different characters, find powerful skill combinations and embark on an exciting journey through the variety of very different worlds in this cute but unforgiving roguelike game!
The Braves has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action Roguelike games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,268 positive reviews and 520 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Braves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/3/2024 |
| Franchise | 101XP |
| Developer | 101XP GAME STUDIOS |
| Publisher | 101XP |
| Steam App Id | 2479830 |
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| 6,509 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,167 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,363 | 2/15/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,017 | 2/20/2012 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 602 | 6/5/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 430 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 264 | 8/19/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 121 | 7/29/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 91 | 7/27/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 90 | 5/3/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 62 | 3/29/2019 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 61 | 5/9/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 5/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 3/31/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 4/21/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 3/15/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 7/10/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 8/15/2025 | 80 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 12/15/2023 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 6/24/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 26). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 22). Tap Ninja - Idle game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 16). Dreamslayer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 1). Realm of the Mad God Exalt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 23). Muck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 12). HoloCure - Save the Fans! on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 16). BAPBAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 30). Terminull Brigade™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 2). Disfigure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 2). The Braves on Steam. Steam Store.