Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam

Steam currently has 2,363 Fast-Paced 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 Fast-Paced game rankings were last updated on 8/28/2025.

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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.

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Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Fast-Paced game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,989,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,772,822 positive reviews and 1,217,006 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).

Release Date 8/21/2012
Franchise Valve
Developers
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 730

2. OBS Studio

Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming

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OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,592 positive reviews and 1,963 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

3. 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!

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Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 126,975 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,801 positive reviews and 10,174 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

4. Asphalt Legends

Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars!

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Asphalt Legends has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,931 positive reviews and 2,701 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 8/2/2022
Franchise Gameloft
Developer Gameloft
Publisher Gameloft
Steam App Id 1815780

5. STRAFTAT

STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 300 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

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STRAFTAT has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,756 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,265 positive reviews and 491 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play STRAFTAT on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/24/2024
Developers
Publisher Lemaitre Bros
Steam App Id 2386720

6. Splitgate 2 Beta

Splitgate 2 is the only free-to-play shooter with portals, delivering next-level gunplay, fluid movement, and a constantly evolving experience, featuring a new Battle Royale where you can portal between unique worlds. Welcome to the future of sport.

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Splitgate 2 Beta has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,023 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,636 positive reviews and 7,387 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Splitgate 2 Beta on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/22/2025
Developer 1047 Games
Publisher 1047 Games
Steam App Id 2918300

7. Grapples Galore

Grapples Galore is a fast-paced online multiplayer arena shooter with physics-based grappling hook movement, active ragdolls, and thrilling gunplay.

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Grapples Galore has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,251 positive reviews and 708 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 Grapples Galore on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 2/7/2025
Developer Zoteling
Publisher Zoteling
Steam App Id 2239140

8. Quake Champions

Step into the Arena. Compete against players from around the world in this fast-paced shooter that combines the dark mythos of the original Quake with the skill-based competition of Quake III Arena. Become a Champion.

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Quake Champions has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,366 positive reviews and 10,102 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 Quake Champions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 8/18/2022
Franchise Bethesda
Developer id Software
Publisher Bethesda Softworks
Steam App Id 611500

9. Redmatch 2

A free fast-paced online multiplayer FPS with grapple hooks where you upgrade your stats with kills!

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Redmatch 2 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,227 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,899 positive reviews and 1,328 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 6/24/2021
Developer Rugbug Redfern
Publisher Rugbug Redfern
Steam App Id 1280770

10. Mighty Party

Lead your MIGHTY PARTY to victory! Fast 3-MINUTE BATTLES will not let you get bored! Dozens of heroes reveal THOUSANDS of unique tactics to defeat all the opponents! Play Imperial Archer, protect him with Wind Ninja, strengthen them with Magic of Divinity and destroy opponent’s forces!

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Mighty Party has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,440 positive reviews and 1,047 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mighty Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 3/30/2017
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Steam App Id 575720

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86
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6/17/2023
91
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8/2/2022
80
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886
10/24/2024
93
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Splitgate 2 Beta steam charts
437
5/22/2025
61
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Grapples Galore steam charts
342
2/7/2025
87
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Quake Champions steam charts
315
8/18/2022
73
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Redmatch 2 steam charts
305
6/24/2021
91
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Mighty Party steam charts
143
3/30/2017
57
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TOXIKK™ steam charts
131
9/10/2016
75
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Splitgate steam charts
71
5/24/2019
90
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Dirty Bomb® steam charts
70
6/2/2015
80
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MicroWorks steam charts
61
9/2/2022
78
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XERA: Survival steam charts
59
9/27/2021
66
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Battlerite steam charts
58
11/8/2017
83
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Warfork steam charts
44
8/16/2019
86
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PAPERHEAD EP.0 steam charts
43
11/14/2024
89
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Pixel Strike 3D steam charts
36
5/29/2020
72
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Pirates Vikings & Knights II steam charts
34
2/12/2010
85
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 30). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Asphalt Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Splitgate 2 Beta on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 13). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 30). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 26). Mighty Party on Steam. Steam Store.

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