Free Co-op Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,972 Co-op 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 Co-op game rankings were last updated on 6/4/2025.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Co-op game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,814,135 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,641,132 positive reviews and 1,173,003 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,500,265 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,038,115 positive reviews and 462,150 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).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,557,213 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,519,949 positive reviews and 1,037,264 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 287,710 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 228,897 positive reviews and 58,813 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 994,866 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 667,981 positive reviews and 326,885 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 |
6. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,161,245 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,044,031 positive reviews and 117,214 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 620,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 542,265 positive reviews and 77,918 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 |
8. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 112,742 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,722 positive reviews and 41,020 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
9. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,422 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 497,710 positive reviews and 127,712 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
10. 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 24, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 343,285 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,011 positive reviews and 261,274 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Co-op games available on Steam.
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| 936,438 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 371,639 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 114,269 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 105,508 | 12/6/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 93,173 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,506 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,684 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,330 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,802 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,663 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,984 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,198 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,079 | 9/30/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,965 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,073 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,549 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,174 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,987 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,897 | 9/20/2012 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,576 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 28). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 5). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 3). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.