Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 69,681 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 6/13/2025.
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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 8,830,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,653,855 positive reviews and 1,176,426 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 2,504,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,041,066 positive reviews and 463,276 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. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 235,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 209,999 positive reviews and 25,252 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
4. 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 59, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,561,857 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,523,033 positive reviews and 1,038,824 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 |
5. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,405,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,175,634 positive reviews and 229,767 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
6. 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 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 289,167 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 229,757 positive reviews and 59,410 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 |
7. 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 hours, 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 #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,825 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,967 positive reviews and 15,858 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 996,023 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 668,764 positive reviews and 327,259 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 |
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 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,162,855 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,045,894 positive reviews and 116,961 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. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 240,789 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181,929 positive reviews and 58,860 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
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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| 689,769 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 285,035 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 122,662 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 113,708 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 104,682 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 103,673 | 12/6/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 79,053 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57,038 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,712 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,640 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39,419 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39,128 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37,757 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,204 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,710 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,433 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,312 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,321 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,608 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,808 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.