Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 63,444 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 11/21/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,399,927 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,302,535 positive reviews and 1,097,392 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. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,461,483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,449,788 positive reviews and 1,011,695 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. |
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| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,358,565 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,923,956 positive reviews and 434,609 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).
4. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,043 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,297 positive reviews and 8,746 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 963,558 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 651,885 positive reviews and 311,673 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 |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
6. 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 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 559,911 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 408,417 positive reviews and 151,494 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 236390 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 598,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 522,363 positive reviews and 75,740 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 |
8. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,438 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,948 positive reviews and 12,490 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,941 positive reviews and 29,211 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
10. 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 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,124,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 996,076 positive reviews and 128,390 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).
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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| 1,038,213 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 567,919 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 487,513 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 240,577 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 116,994 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62,069 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,980 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,821 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,354 | 7/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38,505 | 10/10/2007 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,011 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27,645 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27,487 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,743 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,099 | 5/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,256 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,944 | 7/20/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,898 | 8/17/2023 | 97 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,593 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,497 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 8). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.