Free Character Customization Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,365 Character Customization 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 Customization game rankings were last updated on 5/14/2025.
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1. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Character Customization game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,486,652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,027,557 positive reviews and 459,095 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 991,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 665,781 positive reviews and 325,890 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
3. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 617,386 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 540,292 positive reviews and 77,094 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
4. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 128,334 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95,019 positive reviews and 33,315 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
5. Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 260 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182 positive reviews and 78 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 Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
| Developer | Team Waifu |
| Publisher | Team Waifu |
| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
6. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 169,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 147,689 positive reviews and 21,457 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Franchise | The Sims |
| Developer | Maxis |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1222670 |
7. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,095 positive reviews and 4,306 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
8. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,083 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,372 positive reviews and 1,711 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
9. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 228,841 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 177,864 positive reviews and 50,977 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
10. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,255 positive reviews and 4,042 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/25/2024 |
| Developer | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Publisher | Singularity 6 Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 2707930 |
More Free Character Customization Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Character Customization games available on Steam.
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| 282,507 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 109,019 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,850 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,743 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,567 | 12/3/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,533 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,743 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,010 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,220 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,423 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,714 | 7/20/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,942 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,376 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,989 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,901 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,751 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,590 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,429 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,244 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,009 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 12). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 12). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 13). Palia on Steam. Steam Store.