Free Board Game Games on Steam

Steam currently has 3,376 Board Game 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 Board Game game rankings were last updated on 8/28/2025.

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1. RISK: Global Domination

Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players

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RISK: Global Domination holds the #1 spot for "best free Board Game game on Steam" with a Player Score of 79. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,415 positive reviews and 7,952 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 RISK: Global Domination on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 2/19/2020
Franchise SMG Studio
Developer SMG Studio
Publisher SMG Studio
Steam App Id 1128810

2. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game

KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.

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KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,186 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,092 positive reviews and 12,094 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 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 4/15/2020
Developer 1939 Games
Publisher 1939 Games
Steam App Id 544810

3. Catan Universe

Trade – build – settle: Become Lord of Catan! Get to know Catan and play the starter scenario in multiplayer mode. Purchase the complete base game, expansions, card game and much more to discover the entire Universe of Catan.

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Catan Universe has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,952 positive reviews and 8,375 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 Catan Universe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 4/25/2017
Developer Client/Frontend: Endava / Backend: SuperNimbus
Publisher USM
Steam App Id 544730

4. 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.

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Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,918 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,749 positive reviews and 16,169 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 6/20/2019
Franchise Dota
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 1046930

5. Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer

"Business Tour" is a free to play multiplayer tabletop game. Build your monopoly with friends. Complete daily tasks, compete against the other players and receive trade items rewards!

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Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 77,407 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,859 positive reviews and 30,548 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 7/27/2017
Developers
Publisher 8Floor
Steam App Id 397900

6. SUPREMACY: 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.

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SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3 has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,149 positive reviews and 1,318 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: WORLD WAR 3 on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 3/15/2018
Developer Dorado Games
Publisher Dorado Games
Steam App Id 784950

7. Mahjong Soul

Mahjong Soul is an online game that adopted the classic Japanese Mahjong gameplay. Here, you can hone your mahjong skills with players from worldwide or spend leisure time with friends, bond with various charismatic characters, and experience an abundance of unique stories.

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Mahjong Soul has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,965 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,581 positive reviews and 384 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

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

Release Date 7/24/2024
Developer Catfood Studio
Publisher YOSTAR HONG KONG LIMITED
Steam App Id 2739990

8. Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist

Try the legendary Texas Poker! Enjoy a real casino atmosphere and superior 3D graphics. Jump into a world of excitement, challenge other players, and show you're a true winner!

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Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 783 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 447 positive reviews and 336 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 2/18/2025
Developer KamaGames Entertainment Group Limited
Publisher KamaGames Ltd.
Steam App Id 3174070

9. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game

Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!

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GWENT: The Witcher Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,837 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,024 positive reviews and 3,813 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 GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 5/19/2020
Franchise CD PROJEKT RED
Developer CD PROJEKT RED
Publisher CD PROJEKT RED
Steam App Id 1284410

10. Supremacy: Call of War 1942

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!

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Supremacy: Call of War 1942 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Board Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,942 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,250 positive reviews and 1,692 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 Supremacy: Call of War 1942 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

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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Catan Universe on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 25). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 25). Business Tour - Board Game with Online Multiplayer on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 26). SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). Mahjong Soul on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 25). Texas Hold'em Poker: Pokerist on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Supremacy: Call of War 1942 on Steam. Steam Store.

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