Free Action RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,115 Action RPG 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 RPG game rankings were last updated on 5/9/2026.
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1. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Action RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,707,625 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,189,148 positive reviews and 518,477 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 Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 661,607 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 580,248 positive reviews and 81,359 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Franchise | Digital Extremes Ltd. |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
3. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,065 positive reviews and 2,455 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. Where Winds Meet
Step into an open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China. Uncover the secrets of your own identity as you rise from a humble village wanderer to the sword master of the imperial capital. Learn martial arts and build your reputation as a hero or a bringer of chaos in this free wuxia world.
Where Winds Meet has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 108,242 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93,953 positive reviews and 14,289 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 Where Winds Meet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/14/2025 |
| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3564740 |
5. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,832 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,700 positive reviews and 5,132 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | Wemade Next |
| Publisher | Wemade |
| Steam App Id | 1623660 |
6. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 246,904 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 219,829 positive reviews and 27,075 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 Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
7. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin
<The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin> is an open-world anime RPG set in the universe of [The Seven Deadly Sins]. Step into the role of Prince Tristan of Liones and explore an open-world Britannia, as you embark on a journey to restore order to a world thrown into chaos by the collision of time and space.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,263 positive reviews and 5,502 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/16/2026 |
| Developer | Netmarble F&C |
| Publisher | Netmarble |
| Steam App Id | 3679080 |
8. Torchlight: Infinite
The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.
Torchlight: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,288 positive reviews and 6,184 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Torchlight: Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/10/2023 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 1974050 |
9. 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 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,519 positive reviews and 5,605 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 |
10. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,565 positive reviews and 7,637 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
More Free Action RPG Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Action RPG games available on Steam.
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| 338,750 | 7/9/2013 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45,160 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,677 | 3/21/2022 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,733 | 11/14/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,844 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,134 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,346 | 3/16/2026 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,301 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,909 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,264 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,707 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,035 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,860 | 1/25/2016 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,789 | 7/28/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,522 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,322 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,300 | 4/28/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,197 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 879 | 1/2/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 806 | 10/9/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 9). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 10). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 10). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 10). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 10). The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 24). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 8). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 8). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.