Free Action RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,624 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 5/29/2024.
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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 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,246,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,837,627 positive reviews and 408,841 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 576,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502,678 positive reviews and 73,841 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 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
3. 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 64, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,163 positive reviews and 4,911 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 220,687 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 196,433 positive reviews and 24,254 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 |
5. Palia
Palia is a vibrant new world made just for you. Craft, cook, fish, and farm with friends as you live the life of your dreams and discover an enchanting adventure filled with colorful characters and a mystery to unravel.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,153 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,215 positive reviews and 1,938 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 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,442 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,439 positive reviews and 1,003 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 |
7. 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 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,735 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,242 positive reviews and 16,493 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).
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,494 positive reviews and 6,184 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 |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
9. Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Farmer Against Potatoes Idle has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,024 positive reviews and 205 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 8/25/2022 |
| Developer | Oni Gaming |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 1535560 |
10. Summoners War: Chronicles
The King of Rahil is looking for a Summoner to protect the kingdom against Tefo's enormous conspiracy. Explore a vast world with your Monsters by your side in this new Action RPG set in the Summoners War Universe.
Summoners War: Chronicles has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,923 positive reviews and 2,482 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 Summoners War: Chronicles on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 562,738 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33,212 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,148 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,468 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,263 | 3/25/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,577 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,629 | 5/17/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,496 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,231 | 8/25/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,798 | 11/9/2022 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,792 | 8/5/2020 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,695 | 2/20/2012 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,575 | 1/31/2012 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,473 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,446 | 7/28/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,248 | 1/25/2016 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,052 | 7/22/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 934 | 12/25/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 930 | 12/5/2013 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 904 | 10/19/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 22). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.