Free Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,303 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 2/11/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 713,848 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 519,720 positive reviews and 194,128 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 |
2. THE FINALS
THE FINALS is the world’s first Dynamism Shooter, a free-to-play, fast-paced, physics-driven, first-person shooter set on the stage of the biggest Gameshow of the future! Fight for Fans and fortune in fully-destructible, virtual Arenas that guarantee no two rounds will ever play the same!
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 259,804 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 203,462 positive reviews and 56,342 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 |
3. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,417 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,322 positive reviews and 4,095 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
4. SMITE 2
Become a god and wage war in SMITE 2, the free-to-play Unreal Engine 5-powered sequel to the legendary third-person action MOBA. If you love challenging competition, intense action, ability-driven combat, rewarding teamwork, or godly mythology, you’ll see why 40+ million players love SMITE.
SMITE 2 has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,931 positive reviews and 8,675 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SMITE 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/27/2024 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2437170 |
5. 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 57, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 109,422 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,561 positive reviews and 46,861 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,352 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,375 positive reviews and 2,977 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).
7. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"!
MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,083 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,346 positive reviews and 7,737 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 MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/28/2023 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | Byking Inc. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1607250 |
8. 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 75, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,951 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,893 positive reviews and 17,058 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 | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
9. Torchlight: Infinite
The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.
Torchlight: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,101 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,315 positive reviews and 5,786 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Torchlight: Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/10/2023 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 1974050 |
10. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 93,418 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,960 positive reviews and 24,458 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).
More Free Combat Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Combat games available on Steam.
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| 40,175 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,541 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,249 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,562 | 8/27/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,997 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,140 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,197 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,194 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,349 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,121 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,061 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,023 | 1/26/2026 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,005 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,439 | 2/5/2026 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,094 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,049 | 10/21/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,819 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,739 | 11/19/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,699 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,670 | 1/30/2026 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 5). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). SMITE 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Guild Wars 2® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 12). MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 7). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.