Free Early Access Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,937 Early Access 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 Early Access game rankings were last updated on 7/30/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Early Access game on Steam" with a Player Score of 59. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,584,983 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,538,866 positive reviews and 1,046,117 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 |
2. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 243,982 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184,149 positive reviews and 59,833 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
3. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,008 positive reviews and 15,136 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/20/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
4. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,991 positive reviews and 924 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/1/2025 |
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| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
5. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,808 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,185 positive reviews and 4,623 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
6. SUPERVIVE
THE ACTION BATTLE ROYALE WITH ENDLESS PLAYSTYLES. Slam into all-out, multi-squad teamfights in this lethal, fast-paced brawl in the sky. Unlock gear, theorycraft builds, and bring your gamebreaking loadout into every match.
SUPERVIVE has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,039 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,256 positive reviews and 2,783 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 7/23/2025 |
| Developer | Theorycraft Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1283700 |
7. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,298 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,134 positive reviews and 11,164 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 126,279 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,271 positive reviews and 10,008 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 |
9. Unnamed Space Idle
Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.
Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,920 positive reviews and 226 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 Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2023 |
| Developer | Sylv |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2471100 |
10. Crosshair V2
Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game.
Crosshair V2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,950 positive reviews and 889 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 1/27/2023 |
| Developer | CenterPoint Gaming |
| Publisher | CenterPoint Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2250040 |
More Free Early Access Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Early Access games available on Steam.
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| 638,273 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,086 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,279 | 7/20/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,022 | 5/1/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,273 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,474 | 7/23/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,291 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,003 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,364 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,901 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,664 | 3/13/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,582 | 11/5/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,046 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,519 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,940 | 4/1/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,758 | 11/27/2019 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,611 | 3/6/2025 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,255 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,212 | 9/21/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,165 | 4/5/2018 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). SUPERVIVE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 2). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 1). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store.