Free Combat Games on Steam

Steam currently has 12,242 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 7/25/2025.

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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.

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War Thunder holds the #1 spot for "best free Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 639,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 467,233 positive reviews and 172,558 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. 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.

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Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,951 positive reviews and 1,865 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

3. Mecha BREAK

Squad up in Mecha BREAK, a multiplayer third-person shooter offering three intense game modes filled with ground and aerial combat. Pilot your Striker into the breach and neutralize enemies. Are you ready for the ultimate showdown?

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Mecha BREAK has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,789 positive reviews and 8,278 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Release Date 7/2/2025
Developers
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Steam App Id 2452280

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.

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Eternal Return 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 66,904 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,991 positive reviews and 14,913 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).

5. 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.

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STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,293 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,198 positive reviews and 20,095 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).

Release Date 12/9/2022
Developer EXBO
Publisher EXBO
Steam App Id 1818450

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.

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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 16,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,359 positive reviews and 4,815 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 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 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.

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THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236,749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184,145 positive reviews and 52,604 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

8. 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!

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The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,812 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,485 positive reviews and 45,327 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

9. Blue Archive

An action anime RPG adventure!

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Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,618 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,612 positive reviews and 1,006 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

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.

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Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,991 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,889 positive reviews and 11,102 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

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74
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69
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12/8/2023
77
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7,578
6/30/2024
57
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7/4/2025
90
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4/6/2020
67
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87
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10/15/2020
83
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3/6/2025
72
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9/28/2023
66
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SMITE 2 steam charts
1,953
8/27/2024
56
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4/1/2024
76
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1,581
3/6/2025
41
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BLACK STIGMA steam charts
1,544
7/18/2025
70
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Crossout steam charts
1,475
7/26/2017
74
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War Robots steam charts
1,436
4/4/2018
59
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Mecha BREAK on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 25). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.

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