Free Character Action Game Games on Steam
Steam currently has 725 Character Action 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 Character Action Game game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. Soulworker
Fierce emotions help fuel SoulWorkers to save the world from the devastated scene of a post-apocalyptic world. In a world where only dark devastation reigns – you are the only SoulWorker to come to the rescue.
Soulworker holds the #1 spot for "best free Character Action Game game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,403 positive reviews and 2,741 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 Soulworker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/13/2021 |
| Franchise | VALOFE / VFUN |
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| Steam App Id | 1377580 |
2. SMASH LEGENDS
Play Smash Legends for free! Smash Legends is an exciting PVP action brawler where fairy tale Legends engage in a lively battle. Play solo or in a 3v3 team battle with your friends! Play now with Smashers from all over the world on Steam, iOS, and Android!
SMASH LEGENDS has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,046 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,693 positive reviews and 2,353 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 SMASH LEGENDS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/13/2021 |
| Developer | 5minlab Corp. |
| Publisher | 5minlab Corp. |
| Steam App Id | 1352080 |
3. Just Act Natural
Just Act Natural is a hand-crafted online party game where players must hide among NPC characters to avoid detection from the seeker. Compete against your friends in a variety of game modes over a course of different rounds to be crowned the winner!
Just Act Natural has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,054 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,478 positive reviews and 576 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 Just Act Natural on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2022 |
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| Publisher | Conor Garity |
| Steam App Id | 1485080 |
4. CosmicBreak Universal
CosmicBreak Universal is an MMO action game that lets you play massive battles of up to 30 vs 30 players using customizable robots and humanoids! Create your own original character and aim for victory with your allies!
CosmicBreak Universal has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 706 positive reviews and 552 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play CosmicBreak Universal on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2021 |
| Developer | CyberStep, Inc. |
| Publisher | CyberStep, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1140620 |
5. 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 61, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,704 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,275 positive reviews and 13,429 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.
6. Chambers: The Outlaw
Take a bite of GETTING CHAMBERED in the Wild West: improvise to survive. Feed and take care of your horses. Open World with warring factions. Skills and upgrades: catch bullets, eat hats, summon bears. Revolver Monsters!
Chambers: The Outlaw has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 327 positive reviews and 64 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 5/10/2024 |
| Franchise | HypeTrain Digital |
| Developer | Mr. Pink |
| Publisher | HypeTrain Digital |
| Steam App Id | 2669490 |
7. The Panic Room. House of secrets
The Panic Room offers an exciting hidden object experience and mystery detective story.
The Panic Room. House of secrets has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 480 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 269 positive reviews and 211 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 | 4/27/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436160 |
8. Keepers of the Trees
“Keepers of the Trees” is a couch co-op puzzle platformer that gives you the power to control nature. Along with a friend, you will test your platforming mettle, work together to solve puzzles by growing special plants, and explore a lush, fantasy forest world.
Keepers of the Trees has achieved a Player Score of 53, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63 positive reviews and 54 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 | 8/7/2020 |
| Developer | Studio Chili |
| Publisher | Studio Chili |
| Steam App Id | 1356800 |
9. 6 Seasons And A Game
This is a completely free, volunteer made, multiplayer, satirical parody of common thematic elements found in American broadcast television serieses (yes that's actually a word)
6 Seasons And A Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 635 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 568 positive reviews and 67 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 1/9/2021 |
| Developer | The Human Beings |
| Publisher | Moto Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1460830 |
10. Kingshunt
Kingshunt is a third person tactical arena brawler set in a dark fantasy world. Form a team of five, choose your hero and take the fight to the enemy in this competitive online multiplayer game. Summon powerful minions and towers to combat the enemy team.
Kingshunt has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 259 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 128 positive reviews and 131 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 | 11/3/2022 |
| Developer | Vaki Games |
| Publisher | A List Games |
| Steam App Id | 922620 |
More Free Character Action Game Games
Explore even more rankings for the 54 best free Character Action Game games available on Steam.
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 | 364 | 5/13/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 4/13/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 91 | 3/25/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 50 | 4/6/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 4/30/2019 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 5/10/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 4/27/2016 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/7/2020 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/9/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/3/2022 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 2/9/2021 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 9/7/2018 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/31/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 12/30/2020 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/26/2016 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/18/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/6/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/26/2020 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 8/21/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/1/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Soulworker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). SMASH LEGENDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Just Act Natural on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 24). CosmicBreak Universal on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). KurtzPel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Chambers: The Outlaw on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). The Panic Room. House of secrets on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Keepers of the Trees on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 6). 6 Seasons And A Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 28). Kingshunt on Steam. Steam Store.