Free Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,203 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 10/24/2025.
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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 670,836 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 487,317 positive reviews and 183,519 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,017 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,126 positive reviews and 21,891 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).
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,309 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,473 positive reviews and 16,836 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 |
4. 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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 248,078 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193,682 positive reviews and 54,396 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,047 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,285 positive reviews and 2,762 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,616 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,282 positive reviews and 5,334 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 107,048 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,805 positive reviews and 46,243 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 |
8. 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 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,286 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,550 positive reviews and 11,736 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,836 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,141 positive reviews and 2,695 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).
10. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,351 positive reviews and 1,260 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 |
More Free Combat Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Combat games available on Steam.
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| 66,853 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,457 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,313 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,308 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,279 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,631 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,335 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,117 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,941 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,781 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,559 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,299 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,248 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,017 | 3/6/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,003 | 10/21/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,002 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,932 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,798 | 7/26/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,556 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,144 | 4/4/2018 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 14). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 17). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 24). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 25). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 16). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.