Free Alternate History Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,511 Alternate History 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 Alternate History game rankings were last updated on 11/21/2024.
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1. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X holds the #1 spot for "best free Alternate History game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,125 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,419 positive reviews and 14,706 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,967 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,038 positive reviews and 9,929 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publisher | Poros Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
3. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 857 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 800 positive reviews and 57 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
4. Conflict of Nations: World War 3
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Conflict of Nations: World War 3 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,790 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,724 positive reviews and 1,066 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/15/2018 |
| Developer | Dorado Games |
| Publisher | Dorado Games |
| Steam App Id | 784950 |
5. Vigor
Outlive the apocalypse! Dive into intense Encounters and extract the most valuable spoils the Outlands have to offer! Loot, shoot, and build to become the absolute Outlander and explore the landscape of a post-war Norway in Vigor, a free-to-play looter shooter.
Vigor has achieved a Player Score of 45, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,886 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,168 positive reviews and 2,718 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Vigor on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/18/2024 |
| Franchise | Bohemia Interactive |
| Developer | Bohemia Interactive |
| Publisher | Bohemia Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2818260 |
6. Call of War: World War 2
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Call of War: World War 2 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,434 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,879 positive reviews and 1,555 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Call of War: World War 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2017 |
| Developer | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Publisher | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 672680 |
7. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere!
Metal Slug: Awakening has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,380 positive reviews and 820 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 Metal Slug: Awakening on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/19/2024 |
| Developer | Tencent |
| Publisher | HaoPlay Limited |
| Steam App Id | 2963870 |
8. Honkai Impact 3rd
Honkai Impact 3rd - Ultimate anime action made real! HD cel-shading, infinite combos, explosive feedback... Experience next-gen real-time action! An original tale told across media, immersive stage events, star-studded voice cast... Become part of the legend!
Honkai Impact 3rd has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,856 positive reviews and 2,584 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 Honkai Impact 3rd on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/21/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1671200 |
9. Supremacy 1914: World War 1
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!
Supremacy 1914: World War 1 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,590 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,701 positive reviews and 889 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Supremacy 1914: World War 1 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/16/2019 |
| Developer | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Publisher | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 979920 |
10. Armored Warfare
Wage war against players around the world with an unstoppable arsenal of powerful armored combat vehicles. Use 300+ vehicles to engage in furious PvP tank combat, complete co-op missions, and crush your enemies on breathtaking maps, from scorching deserts to neon-drenched urban jungles.
Armored Warfare has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Alternate History games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,661 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,085 positive reviews and 1,576 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Armored Warfare on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/17/2017 |
| Franchise | Wishlist Games |
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| Publisher | Wishlist Games |
| Steam App Id | 443110 |
More Free Alternate History Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Alternate History games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 17,448 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,016 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 629 | 10/9/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 594 | 3/15/2018 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 439 | 9/18/2024 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 371 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 301 | 7/19/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 208 | 10/21/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 181 | 7/16/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 131 | 11/17/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 128 | 5/31/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 109 | 5/26/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 5/20/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 10/22/2024 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 9/30/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 10/29/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 1/11/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 4/13/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 3/30/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 8/24/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Vigor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 7). Call of War: World War 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 26). Honkai Impact 3rd on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Supremacy 1914: World War 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Armored Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.