Free eSports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,581 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 1/20/2026.
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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 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,307,560 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,035,690 positive reviews and 1,271,870 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 2,653,105 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,155,174 positive reviews and 497,931 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. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,472,741 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,217,729 positive reviews and 255,012 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,245 positive reviews and 2,223 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 |
5. 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 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,163 positive reviews and 25,974 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 |
6. 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 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,598 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,613 positive reviews and 16,985 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 | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
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| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
7. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 900 million downloads! The stars of today, legends of the past, and fellow users from around the world are all waiting for you!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 103,508 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,491 positive reviews and 52,017 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 |
8. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"!
MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,015 positive reviews and 7,623 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 MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/28/2023 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | Byking Inc. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1607250 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,679 positive reviews and 9,659 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 |
10. 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 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 398,860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 322,457 positive reviews and 76,403 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 |
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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| 1,369,972 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 700,524 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,158 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,045 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,592 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,828 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,383 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,596 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,512 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,665 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,746 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,107 | 1/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,794 | 11/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,107 | 4/25/2024 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,499 | 9/19/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,320 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,034 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 995 | 4/12/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 811 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 741 | 3/17/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 19). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.