Free Cinematic Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,964 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 12/12/2024.
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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 969,932 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 655,845 positive reviews and 314,087 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 22, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 319,576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,738 positive reviews and 249,838 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 over 1,500 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,271 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,371 positive reviews and 1,900 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,045 positive reviews and 2,588 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).
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,374 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,100 positive reviews and 9,274 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 | 10/12/2022 |
| Developer | Needs Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1549250 |
6. 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 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 174,187 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 122,144 positive reviews and 52,043 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 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 |
7. Soccer Manager 2025
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!
Soccer Manager 2025 has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 524 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 373 positive reviews and 151 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 Soccer Manager 2025 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/23/2024 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 3217240 |
8. 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 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,406 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,357 positive reviews and 3,049 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 Tower of Fantasy on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/20/2022 |
| Developer | Hotta Studio |
| Publisher | Level Infinite |
| Steam App Id | 2064650 |
9. Dark Deception
Death awaits you in Dark Deception, a story-driven first-person horror maze game. There's nowhere to hide & nowhere to catch your breath. Run or die - it's your choice. Trapped in a realm of nightmarish mazes with a mysterious woman, your only hope of survival is to find a way to escape.
Dark Deception has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,884 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,733 positive reviews and 2,151 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 Dark Deception on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/27/2018 |
| Developer | Glowstick Entertainment |
| Publisher | Glowstick Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 332950 |
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 3,548 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,256 positive reviews and 1,292 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 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134,066 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,818 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,532 | 1/8/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,746 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,356 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 885 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 745 | 10/23/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 455 | 10/20/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 181 | 9/27/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 170 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 121 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 78 | 2/10/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 73 | 11/8/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 4/17/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 4/20/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 7/18/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30 | 7/2/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 11/14/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 7/27/2018 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 4/28/2016 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Undecember on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Halo Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Tower of Fantasy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). Dark Deception on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound on Steam. Steam Store.