Free Cinematic Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,637 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 5/19/2026.
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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 1,048,504 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 709,461 positive reviews and 339,043 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®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 400,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,195 positive reviews and 280,720 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® 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 10,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,370 positive reviews and 2,930 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 20,548 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,912 positive reviews and 1,636 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. UNDECEMBER: The Forge
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: The Forge 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 20,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,782 positive reviews and 9,755 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: The Forge on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/12/2022 |
| Franchise | LINE Games Corporation |
| 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 69, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180,209 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 124,996 positive reviews and 55,213 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 |
7. Legend of YMIR
Forge your destiny in Legend of YMIR, a next-generation MMORPG inspired by Norse mythology and powered by Unreal Engine 5. Master skill-based combat, lead your clan to glory in massive server wars, and carve your name among the legends.
Legend of YMIR has achieved a Player Score of 27, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,003 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 233 positive reviews and 770 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 Legend of YMIR on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Soccer Manager 2026
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!
Soccer Manager 2026 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,555 positive reviews and 911 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 2026 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/23/2024 |
| Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 3217240 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,160 positive reviews and 2,692 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).
10. 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 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Cinematic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,976 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,956 positive reviews and 4,020 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 | 10/20/2022 |
| Developer | Hotta Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2064650 |
More Free Cinematic Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Cinematic games available on Steam.
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| 93,603 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,831 | 8/10/2023 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,009 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,850 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,097 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,065 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 859 | 4/5/2026 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 641 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 256 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 226 | 10/20/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 211 | 5/21/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 198 | 11/5/2025 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 4/17/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 103 | 7/15/2020 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 2/23/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 2/10/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 4/8/2026 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 9/27/2018 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 5/19/2026 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 4/28/2016 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 19). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 19). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 17). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 19). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 20). UNDECEMBER: The Forge on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 15). Halo Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 18). Legend of YMIR on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 19). Soccer Manager 2026 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Tower of Fantasy on Steam. Steam Store.