Free Character Action Game Games on Steam

Steam currently has 760 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 11/29/2024.

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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.

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Soulworker holds the #1 spot for "best free Character Action Game game on Steam" with a Player Score of 70. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,548 positive reviews and 2,972 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
Developers
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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!

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SMASH LEGENDS has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,794 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,103 positive reviews and 2,691 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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. 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!

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CosmicBreak Universal has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 734 positive reviews and 576 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 4/7/2021
Developer CyberStep, Inc.
Publisher CyberStep, Inc.
Steam App Id 1140620

4. 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.

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KurtzPel has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,074 positive reviews and 13,466 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.

Release Date 4/30/2019
Developer KOG
Publisher KOG
Steam App Id 844870

5. 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!

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Just Act Natural has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,506 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,865 positive reviews and 641 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
Developers
Publisher Conor Garity
Steam App Id 1485080

6. The Panic Room. House of secrets

The Panic Room offers an exciting hidden object experience and mystery detective story.

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The Panic Room. House of secrets has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 300 positive reviews and 220 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

7. 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)

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6 Seasons And A Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 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

8. GranAge

Return of the action Master! GranAge!!

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GranAge has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 481 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 357 positive reviews and 124 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 GranAge on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 12/30/2020
Developer PICTOLOGI
Publisher PICTOLOGI
Steam App Id 1412470

9. True Reporter. Mystery of Mistwood

A free detective "Hidden object" game. Solve the crime now!

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True Reporter. Mystery of Mistwood has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20 positive reviews and 20 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

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

Release Date 11/24/2023
Developer GameXP.com
Publisher GameXP.com
Steam App Id 2682300

10. The Struggles Of Stefan

An adventure that takes persistence and passion from not just Stefan (the protagonist), but also the player. Brace yourself as you are guided by Stefan's conscience to confront enemies, take countless leaps, and engage in progression of a storyline regarding the acceptance of oneself.

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The Struggles Of Stefan has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Character Action Game games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "8 user reviews" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 11/20/2020
Developer Clint Decker
Publisher Pharos Fables
Steam App Id 1382020

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  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). The Struggles Of Stefan on Steam. Steam Store.

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