Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 57,791 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 5/29/2024.
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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 8,069,552 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,036,249 positive reviews and 1,033,303 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).
| Release Date | 8/21/2012 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 730 |
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 2,246,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,837,627 positive reviews and 408,841 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
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 58, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,364,165 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,382,025 positive reviews and 982,140 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 |
| Developer | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| 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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 829,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 645,561 positive reviews and 184,283 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
5. 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 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,047,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 979,973 positive reviews and 67,818 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. 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 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 595,001 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 478,130 positive reviews and 116,871 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
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 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 492,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 369,326 positive reviews and 122,837 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 |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
8. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned 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 539,368 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,576 positive reviews and 45,792 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
9. MultiVersus
MultiVersus is a free-to-play platform fighter that brings the depth of iconic WB stars to life across the nearly endless possibilities of play.
MultiVersus has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98,517 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,521 positive reviews and 14,996 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MultiVersus on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/19/2022 |
| Franchise | WB Games |
| Developer | Player First Games |
| Publisher | Warner Bros. Games |
| Steam App Id | 1818750 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,725 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,495 positive reviews and 12,230 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).
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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 | 1,077,241 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 751,357 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 305,336 | 12/21/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159,809 | 11/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 89,315 | 10/10/2007 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 82,203 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 71,985 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64,444 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49,306 | 7/19/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49,304 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 40,423 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,894 | 8/10/2023 | 19 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,366 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,641 | 2/1/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,221 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,820 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,564 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,125 | 4/23/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,712 | 2/3/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,609 | 12/8/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). MultiVersus on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.