Free Action RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 929 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 4/17/2026.
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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 37,809 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,506 positive reviews and 12,303 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 64, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,715 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,350 positive reviews and 3,365 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. 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 56, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278 positive reviews and 209 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 MU: Dark Epoch on the Steam Deck.
4. 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 61, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,813 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,135 positive reviews and 678 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).
5. OverField
Tiny Miniature World Cozy Light Social Grand Open Adventure Hello! Let's explore the OverField together!
OverField has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 735 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 599 positive reviews and 136 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OverField on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/8/2025 |
| Developer | INUTAN Limited |
| Publisher | INUTAN Limited |
| Steam App Id | 3879660 |
6. 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 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 614 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 565 positive reviews and 49 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.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,585 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,188 positive reviews and 397 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 |
8. Hero Road Online
英雄道國際服於2003年研發，提供港澳台地區華人玩家懷舊體驗，非喜誤入。
Hero Road Online has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 162 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98 positive reviews and 64 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 Hero Road Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/14/2021 |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
9. Empires Mod
Unique strategy/first person shooter mix: One commander on each team plays from above, choosing research, placing buildings and giving orders. The rest fill the role of soldiers on the ground, with four distinct classes to choose from and customizable vehicles to drive.
Empires Mod has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,050 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 909 positive reviews and 141 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Empires Mod on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. 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 60, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 969 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 598 positive reviews and 371 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 |
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| 3,052 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,367 | 9/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 871 | 10/17/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 457 | 12/11/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 129 | 11/8/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 86 | 4/30/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 53 | 11/3/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50 | 10/14/2021 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 7/28/2008 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 5/2/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 5/10/2023 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 1/8/2024 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 3/13/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 8/5/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 10/18/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 12/7/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 1/26/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 12/11/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 7/8/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 1/14/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). MU: Dark Epoch on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 8). OverField on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 8). SpellForce 3 Versus Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 30). Hero Road Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 5). Empires Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). World War Armies on Steam. Steam Store.