Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 76,070 Action 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 game rankings were last updated on 12/19/2025.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Action game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,241,442 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,979,552 positive reviews and 1,261,890 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 Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,639,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,146,164 positive reviews and 493,808 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).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,646,575 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,585,088 positive reviews and 1,061,487 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,023,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690,339 positive reviews and 333,447 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
5. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 164,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,647 positive reviews and 68,173 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 643,005 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 562,661 positive reviews and 80,344 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 |
7. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 692,998 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 504,549 positive reviews and 188,449 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
8. Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is an epic Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China at the tenth century. Players will assume the role of a young sword master as they embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of their own identity. Let the wind carry your legend on an epic journey to the East!
Where Winds Meet has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,443 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,535 positive reviews and 9,908 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 Where Winds Meet on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/14/2025 |
| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3564740 |
9. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,206,805 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,093,781 positive reviews and 113,024 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 351,262 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 272,155 positive reviews and 79,107 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
More Free Action Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Action games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 1,599,429 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 851,836 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 670,400 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 178,215 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 139,918 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 127,220 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 119,535 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 114,091 | 11/14/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57,439 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 55,237 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 50,839 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48,436 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44,270 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39,845 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34,045 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32,481 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,463 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27,563 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,136 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,062 | 9/16/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 14). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 20). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.