Free Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,815 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 12/11/2025.
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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 691,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 503,565 positive reviews and 188,068 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 254,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 198,944 positive reviews and 55,150 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 | 12/7/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
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 89,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,070 positive reviews and 23,040 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. 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 89, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,313 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,065 positive reviews and 3,248 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,133 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,293 positive reviews and 2,840 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 108,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,967 positive reviews and 46,553 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,366 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,245 positive reviews and 8,121 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,589 positive reviews and 7,640 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,326 positive reviews and 7,398 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 |
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 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,871 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,193 positive reviews and 678 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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| 60,196 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,743 | 12/7/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,378 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,327 | 4/28/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,374 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,951 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,464 | 8/27/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,399 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,244 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,594 | 10/21/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,943 | 7/20/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,676 | 5/8/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,282 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,091 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,056 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,877 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,735 | 11/19/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,687 | 3/6/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,634 | 5/3/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,603 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Guild Wars 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). SMITE 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). World of Sea Battle on Steam. Steam Store.