Free Action RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 914 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 3/17/2026.
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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 37,486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,313 positive reviews and 12,173 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 835570 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 432 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 249 positive reviews and 183 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.
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 1,806 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,136 positive reviews and 670 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 568 positive reviews and 130 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,316 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,074 positive reviews and 3,242 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 | 9/9/2025 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | GANBARION Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2072560 |
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 1,579 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,183 positive reviews and 396 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 562 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 521 positive reviews and 41 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.
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 59, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98 positive reviews and 63 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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| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
9. 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 53, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 594 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 317 positive reviews and 277 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 | 5/10/2023 |
| Developer | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | X-Legend Entertainment Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2229260 |
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 954 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 589 positive reviews and 365 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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| 4,157 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,037 | 10/17/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 713 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 256 | 11/8/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 121 | 9/9/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 79 | 11/3/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 4/30/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 10/14/2021 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 5/10/2023 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 5/2/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 1/8/2024 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 10/18/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 8/5/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 1/14/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 8/6/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 7/8/2022 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 1/26/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/11/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 3/4/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/12/2016 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 16). MU: Dark Epoch on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 11). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). OverField on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). SpellForce 3 Versus Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 14). Diplomacy is Not an Option: Shareware on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). Hero Road Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 30). Eden Eternal-聖境伝説 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 24). World War Armies on Steam. Steam Store.