Free Card Battler Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,975 Card 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 Card Battler game rankings were last updated on 8/1/2025.
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1. Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
Magic: The Gathering Arena holds the #1 spot for "best free Card Battler game on Steam" with a Player Score of 62. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,081 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,254 positive reviews and 7,827 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Magic: The Gathering Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/23/2023 |
| Developer | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2141910 |
2. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,751 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,506 positive reviews and 23,245 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" 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 | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
3. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 34, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,726 positive reviews and 11,578 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
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| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
4. MARVEL SNAP
MARVEL SNAP is a fast-paced Collectible Card Game that reimagines the genre with innovative mechanics. Winner of multiple awards like 'Best Strategy Game' and 'Breakthrough Game of the Year,' we invite you to join millions of players worldwide – Jump right in!
MARVEL SNAP has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,205 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,387 positive reviews and 8,818 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 MARVEL SNAP on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/22/2023 |
| Developer | Second Dinner Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Nuverse |
| Steam App Id | 1997040 |
5. Lust Goddess
Lust Goddess is a hot and thrilling collectible card game, in which you will assemble your unique squad of sexy mercenary girls. Earn their love and trust, and they will show you their gratitude by bringing your wildest and lewdest fantasies to life!
Lust Goddess has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,680 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,944 positive reviews and 4,736 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 Lust Goddess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/21/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2808930 |
6. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,620 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,457 positive reviews and 163 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
7. Artifact
Artifact now features two games: Artifact Classic, the original Dota 2 trading card game, and Artifact Foundry, a special edition with streamlined gameplay, new cards, new single-player content, and an improved new player experience.
Artifact has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,610 positive reviews and 13,144 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Artifact on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. 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 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,245 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,713 positive reviews and 532 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).
9. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,981 positive reviews and 3,799 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. Wizard101
Unleash your inner magic and prepare to unravel the mysteries surrounding a death professor gone rogue. Darkness threatens to engulf the Spiral as you master powerful spells, explore over 22 whimsical worlds, and team-up with friends in this nostalgic wizard turn-based deckbuilding MMORPG.
Wizard101 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Card Battler games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,371 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,866 positive reviews and 1,505 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 Wizard101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 799960 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Card Battler games available on Steam.
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| 11,937 | 5/23/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,718 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,177 | 6/15/2025 | 34 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,469 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,326 | 2/21/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,030 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,029 | 11/28/2018 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 761 | 11/5/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 625 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 564 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 533 | 8/2/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 502 | 10/28/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 462 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 410 | 7/25/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 393 | 12/7/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 362 | 4/25/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 330 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 327 | 12/26/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 302 | 12/7/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 286 | 1/20/2025 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 28). MARVEL SNAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Lust Goddess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 26). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Artifact on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 27). GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Wizard101 on Steam. Steam Store.