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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 12,987 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,510 | 5/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,358 | 4/24/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,871 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,525 | 4/2/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,299 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 502 | 3/4/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 198 | 5/27/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 181 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 176 | 10/23/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 173 | 10/24/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 172 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 162 | 4/7/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 133 | 2/7/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 121 | 9/18/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 108 | 5/24/2019 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 93 | 3/27/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 5/3/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 12/2/2021 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 3/2/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
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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.