Free Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,931 Combat 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 Combat game rankings were last updated on 10/8/2024.
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1. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game holds the #1 spot for "best free Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 91. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,934 positive reviews and 12,516 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 569,793 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 417,337 positive reviews and 152,456 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
3. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 208,167 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 160,088 positive reviews and 48,079 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
4. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,884 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,550 positive reviews and 41,334 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
5. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,001 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,426 positive reviews and 12,575 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/20/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
6. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,419 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,557 positive reviews and 6,862 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 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Age of Empires Franchise |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
7. Guild Wars 2
Guild Wars 2 is an award-winning online roleplaying game with fast-paced action combat, deep character customization, and no subscription fee required. Choose from an arsenal of professions and weapons, explore a vast open world, compete in PVP modes and more. Join over 16 million players now!
Guild Wars 2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,159 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,025 positive reviews and 2,134 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 Guild Wars 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Crossout
Crossout - the postapocalyptic MMO action game where you can create a unique design for an armoured vehicle from dozens of parts and then drive it into multiplayer battles raging on land and in the skies alike.
Crossout has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,150 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,868 positive reviews and 15,282 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 Crossout on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/26/2017 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Targem Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 386180 |
9. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,513 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49,555 positive reviews and 14,958 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,178 positive reviews and 9,971 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publisher | Poros Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
More Free Combat Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Combat games available on Steam.
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| 40,509 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,339 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,237 | 12/8/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,241 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,781 | 7/20/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,017 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,564 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,291 | 7/26/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,198 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,983 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,727 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,551 | 4/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,238 | 4/2/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,146 | 11/12/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,135 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,032 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 873 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 649 | 6/5/2021 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 583 | 12/11/2017 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 539 | 5/3/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 8). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 29). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.