Free Competitive Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,491 Competitive 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 Competitive game rankings were last updated on 12/11/2024.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Competitive game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,431,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,328,542 positive reviews and 1,103,310 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,396,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,956,672 positive reviews and 439,829 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,472,810 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,458,758 positive reviews and 1,014,052 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,439 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,981 positive reviews and 13,458 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
5. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,132,142 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,006,150 positive reviews and 125,992 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 22, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 319,956 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,876 positive reviews and 250,080 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
7. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,297 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,044 positive reviews and 123,253 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
8. 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.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 211,017 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,714 positive reviews and 48,303 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 |
9. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,917 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,549 positive reviews and 1,368 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
10. World of Tanks Blitz
Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC
World of Tanks Blitz has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,510 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 114,713 positive reviews and 29,797 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World of Tanks Blitz on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/9/2016 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 444200 |
More Free Competitive Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Competitive games available on Steam.
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| 1,270,095 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 652,801 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 505,554 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 368,764 | 12/6/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 58,701 | 10/10/2007 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,025 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27,352 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,586 | 12/7/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,175 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,230 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,336 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,185 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,130 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,095 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,611 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,382 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,046 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 989 | 2/12/2013 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 978 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 790 | 11/30/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). World of Tanks Blitz on Steam. Steam Store.