Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 71,130 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 7/29/2025.
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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 8,913,592 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,716,270 positive reviews and 1,197,322 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 2,528,233 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,059,495 positive reviews and 468,738 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 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,583,511 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,537,794 positive reviews and 1,045,717 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 |
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 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 #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,384 positive reviews and 16,156 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. 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 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 303,469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238,281 positive reviews and 65,188 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,429,356 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,189,606 positive reviews and 239,750 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 |
7. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 630,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,300 positive reviews and 131,250 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
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 1,002,716 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 673,831 positive reviews and 328,885 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,945 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 547,396 positive reviews and 78,549 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 |
10. 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 62, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 127,122 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,715 positive reviews and 48,407 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 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
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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| 825,513 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 456,877 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 130,114 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 128,164 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 98,413 | 12/6/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 81,973 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 66,146 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 53,829 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 51,898 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,689 | 12/4/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42,682 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36,274 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29,416 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,574 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24,616 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24,467 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,060 | 7/9/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,724 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,587 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,006 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 26). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 23). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 26). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 28). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.