Free Arena Shooter Games on Steam

Steam currently has 2,633 Arena Shooter 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 Arena Shooter game rankings were last updated on 5/28/2025.

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1. THE FINALS

Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.

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THE FINALS holds the #1 spot for "best free Arena Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 77. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 230,464 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 179,173 positive reviews and 51,291 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 12/8/2023
Developer Embark Studios
Publisher Embark Studios
Steam App Id 2073850

2. Splitgate 2 - Beta

Splitgate 2 is the only free-to-play shooter with portals, delivering next-level gunplay, fluid movement, and a variety of game modes in an evolving experience. Welcome to the future of sport.

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Splitgate 2 - Beta has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,559 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,840 positive reviews and 1,719 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 5/22/2025
Developer 1047 Games
Publisher 1047 Games
Steam App Id 2918300

3. Starward

The Steam version of 《Starward》 is an Asian server version, and the account is not compatible with other servers. Starward is a 3D fighting game that integrates mecha girls and classic GVG combat gameplay, with 1V1 and 2V2 mode as the core gameplay.

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Starward has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,005 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,262 positive reviews and 743 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Starward on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 4/24/2024
Developer Game Blender
Publisher 盛天游戏
Steam App Id 2764370

4. War Robots

War Robots is an online third-person 6v6 PvP shooter—we’re talking dozens of combat robots, hundreds of weapons combinations, and heated clan battles.

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War Robots has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,479 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,909 positive reviews and 10,570 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 4/4/2018
Franchise MY.GAMES
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Steam App Id 767560

5. Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition

The legendary mobile multiplayer FPS Pixel Gun 3D comes to PC! Experience an enhanced world of colorful, blocky action. Featuring dozens of game modes and maps, 1500+ guns plus cross-platform multiplayer and progression.

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Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,507 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,717 positive reviews and 12,790 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Release Date 4/2/2024
Developer Cubic Games Studio
Publisher Cubic Games Studio
Steam App Id 2524890

6. Combat Master: Season 4

Join fast-paced action-packed combat. Play Combat Master -- AAA experience on any hardware. Best-in-class multiplayer gunfight. Next-level extreme performance. Lightning-speed loading time and a whole lot more.

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Combat Master: Season 4 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,434 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,109 positive reviews and 5,325 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 4/21/2023
Developer Alfa Bravo Inc
Publisher Alfa Bravo Inc
Steam App Id 2281730

7. War Robots: Frontiers

Gear up for tactical mech action in War Robots: Frontiers, a free-to-play multiplayer mech shooter. Construct and customize, squad up with Pilots online, and fire up your engines in massive intergalactic battles.

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War Robots: Frontiers has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,042 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,944 positive reviews and 1,098 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 War Robots: Frontiers on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 3/4/2025
Franchise MY.GAMES
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Steam App Id 1491000

8. Master Arena

Unleash your combat prowess in Master Arena: Immerse yourself in the pulse-pounding FPS action featuring dynamic movement, 9 powerful weapons, 24 unique arenas, and a strategic perk system. Engage your adversaries with finesse in tactical duels, evolving to claim the title of the ultimate champion.

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Master Arena has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 198 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 133 positive reviews and 65 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 5/27/2022
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Steam App Id 704020

9. Quake Champions

Step into the Arena. Compete against players from around the world in this fast-paced shooter that combines the dark mythos of the original Quake with the skill-based competition of Quake III Arena. Become a Champion.

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Quake Champions has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,361 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,289 positive reviews and 10,072 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 Quake Champions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 8/18/2022
Franchise Bethesda
Developer id Software
Publisher Bethesda Softworks
Steam App Id 611500

10. Tank Force: Online Shooter Game

Tank Force - the coolest free online tank shooter! This is a new word in online tank battles, which combines the best qualities of a tank simulator and thrilling arcade battles.

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Tank Force: Online Shooter Game has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Arena Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,847 positive reviews and 944 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 10/23/2017
Developer XDEVS LTD
Publisher XDEVS LTD
Steam App Id 604500

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THE FINALS steam charts
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12/8/2023
77
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Splitgate 2 - Beta  steam charts
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5/22/2025
61
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2,358
4/24/2024
62
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4/4/2018
60
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Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition steam charts
1,525
4/2/2024
66
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Combat Master: Season 4 steam charts
1,299
4/21/2023
87
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War Robots: Frontiers steam charts
502
3/4/2025
63
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Master Arena steam charts
198
5/27/2022
64
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Quake Champions steam charts
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8/18/2022
73
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Tank Force: Online Shooter Game steam charts
176
10/23/2017
65
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STRAFTAT steam charts
173
10/24/2024
93
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Redmatch 2 steam charts
172
6/25/2021
91
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CosmicBreak Universal steam charts
162
4/7/2021
56
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Grapples Galore steam charts
133
2/7/2025
87
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Vigor steam charts
121
9/18/2024
47
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Splitgate steam charts
108
5/24/2019
90
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Mini Royale steam charts
93
3/27/2025
62
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The Braves steam charts
85
5/3/2024
69
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Century: Age of Ashes steam charts
73
12/2/2021
73
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Tanki Online steam charts
67
3/2/2017
61
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Splitgate 2 - Beta on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Starward on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). War Robots on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 24). Combat Master: Season 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). War Robots: Frontiers on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Master Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). Tank Force: Online Shooter Game on Steam. Steam Store.

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