Free Competitive Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,574 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 4/3/2025.
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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 8,713,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,561,528 positive reviews and 1,151,646 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 2,468,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,012,391 positive reviews and 455,976 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 2,534,012 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,503,642 positive reviews and 1,030,370 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 264,906 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 213,444 positive reviews and 51,462 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 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,151,610 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,032,471 positive reviews and 119,139 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 622,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 496,150 positive reviews and 126,527 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.
7. 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 24, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 336,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,259 positive reviews and 258,734 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,000 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,344 positive reviews and 1,656 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 |
9. 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 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 225,882 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 175,302 positive reviews and 50,580 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 |
10. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Competitive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 123,208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113,790 positive reviews and 9,418 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/17/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
More Free Competitive Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Competitive games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 761,791 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 293,482 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 281,988 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 100,518 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,268 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,730 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,622 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,556 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,878 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,204 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,143 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,255 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,193 | 8/27/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,364 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,178 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 996 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 964 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 891 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 794 | 10/27/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 565 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 12). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.