Free Deckbuilding Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,464 Deckbuilding 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 Deckbuilding game rankings were last updated on 11/13/2025.
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1. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel holds the #1 spot for "best free Deckbuilding game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91,998 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,084 positive reviews and 24,914 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" 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 | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
2. 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 29, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,544 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,315 positive reviews and 16,229 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 |
3. Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
Magic: The Gathering Arena has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,696 positive reviews and 8,951 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Magic: The Gathering Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/23/2023 |
| Developer | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2141910 |
4. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,732 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,867 positive reviews and 12,865 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 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/15/2020 |
| Developer | 1939 Games |
| Publisher | 1939 Games |
| Steam App Id | 544810 |
5. MARVEL SNAP
MARVEL SNAP is a fast-paced Collectible Card Game that reimagines the genre with innovative mechanics. Winner of multiple awards like 'Best Strategy Game' and 'Breakthrough Game of the Year,' we invite you to join millions of players worldwide – Jump right in!
MARVEL SNAP has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,743 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,654 positive reviews and 9,089 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 SNAP on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/22/2023 |
| Developer | Second Dinner Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Nuverse |
| Steam App Id | 1997040 |
6. Idle Cave Miner
Idle Cave Miner is an idle game about crafting items, mining gems, and building your team of miners. Prestige, craft, and travel to other mines to increase your strength to dig deeper, and find what lurks below.
Idle Cave Miner has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 733 positive reviews and 179 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 Idle Cave Miner on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Cold Hours |
| Publisher | Cold Hours |
| Steam App Id | 2289450 |
7. Morimens
Morimens is a roguelite card-building game inspired by the Cthulhu mythos, where you craft a versatile and intricate deck tailored to your playstyle. The choice is yours to embark on a climb up treacherous towers or engage in tactical battles. Explore misty maps and uncover the truth of the world.
Morimens has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,856 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,306 positive reviews and 550 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 Morimens on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/2/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
8. Dota Underlords
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,933 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,760 positive reviews and 16,173 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
9. Wizard101
Unleash your inner magic and prepare to unravel the mysteries surrounding a death professor gone rogue. Darkness threatens to engulf the Spiral as you master powerful spells, explore over 22 whimsical worlds, and team-up with friends in this nostalgic wizard turn-based deckbuilding MMORPG.
Wizard101 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,694 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,151 positive reviews and 1,543 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 Wizard101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 799960 |
10. 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon)
"Night of the Full Moon" is a stand-alone roguelike card game. Take adventure into Black Forest. Random event, random plot leads to different endings.
月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,633 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,719 positive reviews and 1,914 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 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/25/2019 |
| Developer | Giant Games |
| Publisher | Giant Games |
| Steam App Id | 769560 |
More Free Deckbuilding Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Deckbuilding games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 19,582 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,314 | 6/15/2025 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,615 | 5/23/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,308 | 4/15/2020 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,450 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,042 | 12/8/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,023 | 8/2/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 906 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 627 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 544 | 7/25/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 494 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 451 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 421 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 266 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 265 | 8/19/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 226 | 12/17/2021 | 12 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 219 | 12/7/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 170 | 10/28/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 156 | 10/3/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 154 | 9/23/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 13). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 15). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 11). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 14). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). MARVEL SNAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 17). Idle Cave Miner on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 10). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 13). Wizard101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 15). 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) on Steam. Steam Store.