Free Character Customization Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,048 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 4/1/2025.
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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 2,462,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,008,204 positive reviews and 454,735 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 985,878 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 662,159 positive reviews and 323,719 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 613,523 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 536,864 positive reviews and 76,659 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 166,189 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 145,102 positive reviews and 21,087 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124,086 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,573 positive reviews and 32,513 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,452 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,822 positive reviews and 1,630 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 |
7. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,099 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,046 positive reviews and 13,053 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
8. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,284 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,825 positive reviews and 9,459 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 Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
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 224,365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 173,977 positive reviews and 50,388 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. 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 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Character Customization games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 218 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 154 positive reviews and 64 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 |
More Free Character Customization Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Character Customization games available on Steam.
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| 537,903 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 162,437 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62,840 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34,396 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,599 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,327 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,953 | 7/19/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,956 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,806 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,118 | 12/3/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,248 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,959 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,459 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,482 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,500 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,052 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,983 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,843 | 8/17/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,440 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,274 | 3/6/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 31). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 30). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 30). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.