Free Action RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 822 Action RTS 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 RTS game rankings were last updated on 10/25/2025.
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1. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade holds the #1 spot for "best free Action RTS game on Steam" with a Player Score of 67. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,286 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,550 positive reviews and 11,736 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
2. DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA is Dragon Ball's first team-oriented free to play game.
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,696 positive reviews and 2,378 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/10/2025 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | GANBARION Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2072560 |
3. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination!
March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,111 positive reviews and 641 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play March of Empires on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. MU: Dark Epoch
MU: Dark Epoch is a fantasy MMORPG mobile game that combines high quality, fast-paced gameplay, and innovative features. As the best MU instalment in the series by far, it offers impressive dynamic costumes and stunning graphic performance. Log in now and win the Archangel Set!
MU: Dark Epoch has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69 positive reviews and 35 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
5. Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware
Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware is a free prequel to the original game. In a medieval fantasy world, you are to build settlements, raise huge armies, and defend against massive hordes of enemies. Learn how Ironbrow clan shaped the world's map the first time - if you survive, that is.
Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 253 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 231 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. SpellForce 3 Versus Edition
The SpellForce 3: Versus Edition gives you the chance to enter the battlefields of Eo for free, letting you test your RTS skills against AI opponents or even other human players.
SpellForce 3 Versus Edition has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,536 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,151 positive reviews and 385 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 SpellForce 3 Versus Edition on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/3/2020 |
| Developer | Grimlore Games |
| Publisher | THQ Nordic |
| Steam App Id | 1416260 |
7. ASTRAL TALE-星界神話
"ASTRAL TALE"- Myth of the Stars," a classic Japanese MMORPG, is now officially operating worldwide. A brand-new profession has been introduced, allowing players to embark on a unique journey across the stars together!
ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 has achieved a Player Score of 41, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 564 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 220 positive reviews and 344 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/8/2024 |
| Developer | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2591210 |
8. World War Armies
World War Armies is the ultimate PvP real-time strategy game. Command advanced war machines and compete for free against other players worldwide. Revolutionary mechanics reduce downtime and focus on direct engagement with the enemy, you get to the fun parts of RTS faster.
World War Armies has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 530 positive reviews and 322 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World War Armies on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/2/2024 |
| Developer | Hypemasters, Inc. |
| Publisher | Hypemasters, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2438160 |
9. Stormgate
Stormgate is a free-to-play RTS in active development. Featuring competitive 1v1, 3P co-op missions, and an evolving campaign, Frost Giant aims to build the next great RTS, guided by player feedback. A 3v3 mode is also on the way, so join our development journey today!
Stormgate has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,277 positive reviews and 4,447 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Stormgate on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/5/2025 |
| Developer | Frost Giant Studios |
| Publisher | Frost Giant Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2012510 |
10. Eden Eternal-聖境伝説
The return of classic MMORPG ! Global Direct Operations!Rich gameplays and multiple updates. Ride adorable alpaca and start your adventure with players worldwide!
Eden Eternal-聖境伝説 has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 297 positive reviews and 266 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 Eden Eternal-聖境伝説 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/9/2023 |
| Developer | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2229260 |
More Free Action RTS Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Action RTS games available on Steam.
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| 3,624 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,741 | 9/10/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 647 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 187 | 10/17/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 71 | 4/30/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44 | 11/3/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 1/8/2024 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39 | 5/2/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 8/5/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 5/9/2023 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 10/14/2021 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 10/18/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 1/25/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 8/6/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 12/6/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 10/21/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 5/22/2015 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 1/14/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 10/20/2025 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 7/8/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 25). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 20). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 25). MU: Dark Epoch on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 19). SpellForce 3 Versus Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 25). ASTRAL TALE-星界神話 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). World War Armies on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 18). Stormgate on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 9). Eden Eternal-聖境伝説 on Steam. Steam Store.