Free eSports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,214 eSports 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 eSports game rankings were last updated on 1/13/2025.
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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 eSports game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,486,558 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,373,310 positive reviews and 1,113,248 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 eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,413,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,969,273 positive reviews and 443,835 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. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,267 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,271 positive reviews and 19,996 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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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
4. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 380,870 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 311,811 positive reviews and 69,059 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,679 positive reviews and 1,452 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 |
6. eFootball™
The feverish football game with a worldwide total of 750 million downloads is waiting for you! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,681 positive reviews and 46,163 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
7. 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 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,077 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,283 positive reviews and 5,794 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,685 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,009 positive reviews and 676 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 |
9. 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 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,936 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,173 positive reviews and 12,763 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
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 eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 120,477 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,551 positive reviews and 8,926 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. |
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| Steam App Id | 714010 |
More Free eSports Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free eSports games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 463,372 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 272,231 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,570 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,361 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,585 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,734 | 9/30/2021 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,304 | 5/23/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,691 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,110 | 7/20/2023 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,681 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,564 | 11/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,377 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,489 | 11/20/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,181 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,002 | 9/28/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 963 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 446 | 4/27/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 368 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 355 | 4/13/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 312 | 2/12/2013 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 9). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.