Free Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,652 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 3/9/2026.
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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 722,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 526,244 positive reviews and 196,476 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. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,801 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,273 positive reviews and 1,528 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,093 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,019 positive reviews and 25,074 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,378 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,252 positive reviews and 17,126 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 261,843 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205,095 positive reviews and 56,748 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,823 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,497 positive reviews and 4,326 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 |
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 109,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,842 positive reviews and 47,002 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. 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 #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,651 positive reviews and 7,850 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 |
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 26,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,733 positive reviews and 3,053 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. World of Sea Battle
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
World of Sea Battle has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,179 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,993 positive reviews and 1,186 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 World of Sea Battle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2025 |
| Developer | Thera Interactive |
| Publisher | Thera Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2948190 |
More Free Combat Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Combat games available on Steam.
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| 34,787 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,445 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,790 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,125 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,143 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,926 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,643 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,561 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,340 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,228 | 10/21/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,153 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,145 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,790 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,558 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,395 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,124 | 5/8/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,093 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 985 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 947 | 11/27/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 852 | 3/6/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 10). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 10). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 6). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 2). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 10). MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). Guild Wars 2® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). World of Sea Battle on Steam. Steam Store.