Free Competitive Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,648 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 7/7/2025.
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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 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,879,526 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,691,280 positive reviews and 1,188,246 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 2,515,377 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,049,243 positive reviews and 466,134 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
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
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 2,574,136 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,531,266 positive reviews and 1,042,870 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 297,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 234,456 positive reviews and 62,727 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
5. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,421,082 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,184,398 positive reviews and 236,684 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
6. 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 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,167,860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,051,753 positive reviews and 116,107 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).
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 627,303 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 498,496 positive reviews and 128,807 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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. 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 25, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346,746 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,995 positive reviews and 262,751 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 |
9. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 33, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,911 positive reviews and 10,394 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,455 positive reviews and 1,836 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 |
More Free Competitive Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Competitive games available on Steam.
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| 677,324 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 294,656 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 221,770 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 76,300 | 12/6/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 69,591 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,325 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,837 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,193 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,660 | 6/15/2025 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,610 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,231 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,785 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,686 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,913 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,802 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,508 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,581 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,532 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,357 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,014 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 7). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 2). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.