Free Deckbuilding Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,580 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 1/15/2026.
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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 94,932 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,041 positive reviews and 25,891 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 30, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,708 positive reviews and 16,541 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 61, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,210 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,618 positive reviews and 9,592 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 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,765 positive reviews and 13,539 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 34,134 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,953 positive reviews and 9,181 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 977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 784 positive reviews and 193 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,957 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,790 positive reviews and 16,167 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.
8. Book of Yog Idle RPG
The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team!
Book of Yog Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,271 positive reviews and 2,873 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Book of Yog Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,204 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,338 positive reviews and 3,866 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 GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/19/2020 |
| Franchise | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Developer | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Publisher | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Steam App Id | 1284410 |
10. Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game is an online DBG which contains a PVE mode called Uncharted Realms and a PVP mode. Every game is a deck building from scratch. Players can have stronger decks by changing cards, and then build more powerful routines to defeat all opponents to win.
Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Deckbuilding games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,824 positive reviews and 1,708 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/22/2024 |
| Franchise | Gamera Games |
| Developer | Darksun Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1948800 |
More Free Deckbuilding Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Deckbuilding games available on Steam.
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| 12,831 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,175 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,253 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,386 | 4/15/2020 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,360 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 825 | 12/8/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 790 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 516 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 514 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 397 | 1/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 387 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 342 | 10/26/2023 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 300 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 286 | 8/19/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 285 | 12/26/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 205 | 12/6/2024 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 205 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 200 | 1/12/2026 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 182 | 9/23/2024 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 166 | 2/1/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). MARVEL SNAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 17). Idle Cave Miner on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Book of Yog Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). Yi Xian: The Cultivation Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.