Free Cinematic Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,718 Cinematic 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 Cinematic game rankings were last updated on 7/30/2025.
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1. 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™ holds the #1 spot for "best free Cinematic game on Steam" with a Player Score of 67. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,003,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 674,285 positive reviews and 329,042 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 |
2. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 25, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 349,036 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,211 positive reviews and 263,825 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
3. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,940 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,348 positive reviews and 2,592 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.
4. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,171 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,131 positive reviews and 1,040 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 Blue Archive on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/4/2025 |
| Developer | NEXON Games |
| Publisher | NEXON Korea |
| Steam App Id | 3557620 |
5. Halo Infinite
From one of gaming's most iconic sagas, Halo is bigger than ever. Featuring an expansive open-world campaign and a dynamic free to play multiplayer experience.
Halo Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 177,459 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 123,539 positive reviews and 53,920 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Halo Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2021 |
| Franchise | Xbox Game Studios |
| Developer | 343 Industries |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1240440 |
6. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale.
Game of Thrones: Kingsroad has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,257 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,259 positive reviews and 1,998 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/21/2025 |
| Developer | Netmarble Neo |
| Publisher | Netmarble |
| Steam App Id | 3183280 |
7. Tower of Fantasy
Embark together on your fantasy adventure! Set hundreds of years in the future on the distant planet of Aida, the shared open-world RPG, anime-infused sci-fi adventure Tower of Fantasy now is officially available on Steam.
Tower of Fantasy has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,205 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,662 positive reviews and 3,543 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Tower of Fantasy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/19/2022 |
| Developer | Hotta Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2064650 |
8. Summoners War: Chronicles
The King of Rahil is looking for a Summoner to protect the kingdom against Tefo's enormous conspiracy. Explore a vast world with your Monsters by your side in this new Action RPG set in the Summoners War Universe.
Summoners War: Chronicles has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,782 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,132 positive reviews and 2,650 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 possible to play Summoners War: Chronicles on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Undecember
UNDECEMBER is a Hack & Slash Action RPG in which players are able to surpass the conventional limits of skills by endlessly combining variety of Skill and Link Runes. Become a Rune Hunter and experience the joy of farming and growth!
Undecember has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,022 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,477 positive reviews and 9,545 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Undecember on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2022 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
| Developer | Needs Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1549250 |
10. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to work with their teammates to pull off rim-shaking slam dunks, awe-inspiring alley-oops, flashy no-look passes, and clutch outside shots which breaks the heart of the opposing team in competitive games filled with the joy and energy of street basketball.
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,497 positive reviews and 1,462 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 51,708 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,884 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,446 | 1/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,723 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,380 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,382 | 5/21/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 482 | 10/19/2022 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 430 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 284 | 10/11/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 192 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 150 | 8/27/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 145 | 9/27/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 136 | 4/17/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 123 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 4/4/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 104 | 1/23/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 98 | 2/10/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 3/31/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 76 | 7/2/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 4/28/2016 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Halo Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). Game of Thrones: Kingsroad on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Tower of Fantasy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Undecember on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound on Steam. Steam Store.