Free Co-op Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,798 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 11/21/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,399,927 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,302,535 positive reviews and 1,097,392 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. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,461,483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,449,788 positive reviews and 1,011,695 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,358,565 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,923,956 positive reviews and 434,609 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 963,558 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 651,885 positive reviews and 311,673 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 598,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 522,363 positive reviews and 75,740 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 |
6. 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 71, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,941 positive reviews and 29,211 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 |
7. 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 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,124,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 996,076 positive reviews and 128,390 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).
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 615,068 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,302 positive reviews and 122,766 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 313,668 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,655 positive reviews and 247,013 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 |
10. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Co-op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 279,021 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 270,830 positive reviews and 8,191 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 964,298 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 502,941 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 459,010 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 103,453 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,980 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40,542 | 7/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38,261 | 10/10/2007 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,826 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,576 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,333 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,155 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,420 | 9/29/2021 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,163 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,094 | 12/8/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,441 | 6/30/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,555 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,294 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,964 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,837 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,924 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.