Free Auto Battler Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,363 Auto Battler 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 Auto Battler game rankings were last updated on 1/12/2026.
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1. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle holds the #1 spot for "best free Auto Battler game on Steam" with a Player Score of 89. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,821 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,548 positive reviews and 273 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 Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
2. Your Chronicle
"Let's begin your own story." This is a text-based idle RPG game. There are already more than 3,000 unique story actions and it's still growing.
Your Chronicle has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,475 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,982 positive reviews and 493 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 Your Chronicle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/5/2021 |
| Developer | Samurai Games |
| Publisher | Samurai Games |
| Steam App Id | 1546320 |
3. Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG
Chill out, your heroes got this! They’ll fight even when you’re offline. Pop back in for satisfying numbers going up, sweet rewards and easy level-ups. Unlock cool gear, & smack down epic bosses. Play idle or clicker - you’ll power up with no stress, just good times and infinite progression!
Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,083 positive reviews and 1,493 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2024 |
| Developer | Holyday Studios |
| Publisher | Holyday Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1013320 |
4. Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense
Endless idle tower defense game full of deep strategy and combat mechanics. Unlock and upgrade dozens of epic fantasy heroes to defeat an infinite swarm of enemy monsters. Strategize hero positions, synergies, and skills for an effective defense, then sit back and let the auto-battler do its thing!
Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 970 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 810 positive reviews and 160 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/3/2024 |
| Developer | Swell Games LLC |
| Publisher | Swell Games LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2897580 |
5. War of the Three Kingdoms
《三国杀》是一款拥有沉浸体验感的以三国时代为背景的线上卡牌游戏。玩家可扮演三国时期人物，根据随机抽中的隐藏身份（主公、反贼、忠臣、内奸），通过使用独特的人物技能，合理打出各种类型的手牌，运筹帷幄、智取搏杀，获得自己所属身份的胜利！ 《三国杀》将三国历史与桌面游戏结合在一起。以桌面游戏独有的方式向玩家展示了一个个鲜活的三国人物，一段段精彩的三国故事。以身份、势力或阵营等为线索，以卡牌为形式，合纵连横，经过一轮一轮的谋略和动作获得最终的胜利。三国杀集合历史、文学、美术等元素于一身，在中国广受欢迎。
War of the Three Kingdoms has achieved a Player Score of 12, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,036 positive reviews and 69,430 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Negative" 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 | 12/17/2021 |
| Developer | 杭州游卡网络技术有限公司 |
| Publisher | 杭州游卡网络技术有限公司 |
| Steam App Id | 1180320 |
6. PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager
Discover a new style of RPG management gameplay. Experience the fun of an idle RPG that blends an innovative four-view battle system with a deep hero-growth mechanic.
PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 789 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 503 positive reviews and 286 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/27/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Tesseract Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3882730 |
7. Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game is an online DBG which contains a PVE mode called Uncharted Realms and a PVP mode. Every game is a deck building from scratch. Players can have stronger decks by changing cards, and then build more powerful routines to defeat all opponents to win.
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,827 positive reviews and 1,708 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/22/2024 |
| Franchise | Gamera Games |
| Developer | Darksun Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1948800 |
8. Dota Underlords
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,968 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,800 positive reviews and 16,168 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.
9. Everlusting Life
Everlusting Life — classic auto-chess game set in a fantasy world. Assemble a squad of beautiful girls to aid you on your quest to save the magical realm. Triumph in battles with strategy and win hearts with undeniable charm!
Everlusting Life has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,549 positive reviews and 1,634 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Everlusting Life on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/8/2025 |
| Developer | Pochemu LTD |
| Publisher | Pochemu LTD |
| Steam App Id | 3218710 |
10. Skill Legends Royale
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion.
Skill Legends Royale has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Auto Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,655 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,993 positive reviews and 662 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 Skill Legends Royale on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Auto Battler Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Auto Battler games available on Steam.
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| 4,013 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,365 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,901 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,662 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,452 | 12/17/2021 | 12 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,381 | 11/27/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,380 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,013 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 969 | 5/8/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 910 | 11/5/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 817 | 8/22/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 618 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 604 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 604 | 11/19/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 569 | 5/2/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 372 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 276 | 12/7/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 211 | 9/22/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 166 | 10/16/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 156 | 9/12/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Your Chronicle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 9). Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). War of the Three Kingdoms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Everlusting Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 31). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.