Free Beat 'em up Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,055 Beat 'em up 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 Beat 'em up game rankings were last updated on 4/15/2025.
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1. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters.
GrandChase holds the #1 spot for "best free Beat 'em up game on Steam" with a Player Score of 63. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,004 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,158 positive reviews and 8,846 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GrandChase on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. DC Universe™ Online
DC Universe Online is a Free-to-Play, massive multiplayer online action game set in the popular DC Universe. Become one of a new breed of Heroes or Villains and wield incredible powers as you go to war with legendary characters such as Batman, Superman, Lex Luthor and The Joker.
DC Universe™ Online has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,913 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,851 positive reviews and 4,062 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 DC Universe™ Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/2/2011 |
| Franchise | Daybreak Game Company |
| Developer | Dimensional Ink Games |
| Publisher | Daybreak Game Company |
| Steam App Id | 24200 |
3. 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 66, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,109 positive reviews and 1,008 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 |
4. 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 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90,337 positive reviews and 27,662 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 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 |
5. Elsword
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,036 positive reviews and 2,504 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 Elsword on the Steam Deck.
6. Project Entropy
Welcome, commander, to Project Entropy- an ultimate Sci-Fi and role-playing game with battles in space. In this immersive MMO experience, you will command alien civilizations, conquer uncharted planets, and build Hero fleets.
Project Entropy has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56 positive reviews and 48 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 Project Entropy on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/17/2024 |
| Developer | FunPlus International AG |
| Publisher | FunPlus International AG |
| Steam App Id | 2806410 |
7. Dungeon Fighter Online
Get ready for the ultimate brawl! Dungeon Fighter Online is a classic beat-em up 2D action game with an epic storyline and RPG elements! Choose from 17 diverse classes, and unravel ancient mysteries as you punch, slash, shoot, or summon your way to victory!
Dungeon Fighter Online has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,493 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,370 positive reviews and 2,123 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 Dungeon Fighter Online on the Steam Deck.
8. Kingdom Heroes M
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Kingdom Heroes M has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 215 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 143 positive reviews and 72 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 | 5/30/2023 |
| Franchise | USERJOY |
| Developer | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Publisher | USERJOY Technology Co.,Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 2321430 |
9. Arisen Force: Life Devotee
Enjoy a free-to-play, stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.
Arisen Force: Life Devotee has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,766 positive reviews and 56 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Arisen Force: Life Devotee on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. KurtzPel
"KurtzPel is an anime-styled, action battle game from a third-person perspective. Players can battle it out in both PvP and PvE mission-based battle modes with massive boss monsters. Players utilize Karmas (the method used to indicate weapon and class types) when charging into battle. Each character gets to use two types of Karmas.
KurtzPel has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Beat 'em up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,442 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,972 positive reviews and 13,470 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 KurtzPel on the Steam Deck.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 2,097 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 288 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 266 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 233 | 7/19/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 224 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 93 | 4/17/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 66 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56 | 5/30/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 11/24/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 4/30/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39 | 3/30/2015 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 2/6/2018 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 9/27/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 5/24/2021 | 54 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 6/3/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 4/23/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 8/18/2020 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/30/2018 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 3/29/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 8). DC Universe™ Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Metal Slug: Awakening on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). MultiVersus on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Project Entropy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 31). Kingdom Heroes M on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Arisen Force: Life Devotee on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). KurtzPel on Steam. Steam Store.