Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam

Steam currently has 2,245 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 4/30/2025.

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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 8,755,478 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,595,499 positive reviews and 1,159,979 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 35,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,041 positive reviews and 1,686 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 123,800 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 114,266 positive reviews and 9,534 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 Unite

Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE 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 Unite 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 13,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,791 positive reviews and 2,452 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 video game ::::::::::::::::::::: 1v1 ONLINE first person pov SHOOTER ::::::::::::::: quick rounds in 100 MAPS ::::::::::::: Including all WEAPONS and proximity chat

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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 6,883 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,638 positive reviews and 245 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

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

6. 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 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,868 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,241 positive reviews and 627 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

7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,308 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,253 positive reviews and 10,055 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

8. Splitgate

Splitgate is a free-to-play, fast-paced multiplayer shooter that features player-controlled portals. This sci-fi shooter takes the FPS genre to a new dimension with its portal mechanics, delivering high-flying, multi-dimensional combat.

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Splitgate has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,253 positive reviews and 9,394 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 Splitgate on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/24/2019
Developer 1047 Games
Publisher 1047 Games
Steam App Id 677620

9. 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 58, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,474 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,443 positive reviews and 1,031 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
Developer Panoramik Games LTD
Publisher Panoramik Games LTD
Steam App Id 575720

10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,077 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,878 positive reviews and 1,199 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 6/25/2021
Developer Rugbug Redfern
Publisher Rugbug Redfern
Steam App Id 1280770

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8/21/2012
86
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12,764
3/21/2022
93
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Aimlabs steam charts
5,639
6/17/2023
91
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Asphalt Legends Unite steam charts
990
8/2/2022
80
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STRAFTAT steam charts
241
10/24/2024
93
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Grapples Galore steam charts
212
2/7/2025
86
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Quake Champions steam charts
191
8/18/2022
73
Free
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Splitgate steam charts
131
5/24/2019
90
Free
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Mighty Party steam charts
103
3/30/2017
58
Free
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Redmatch 2 steam charts
61
6/25/2021
91
Free
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TOXIKK™ steam charts
41
9/13/2016
75
Free
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PAPERHEAD EP.0 steam charts
40
11/14/2024
89
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Eden Survivors steam charts
30
4/2/2025
56
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Battlerite steam charts
29
11/8/2017
83
Free
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Pixel Strike 3D steam charts
27
5/29/2020
72
Free
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Xanadu Land steam charts
26
1/18/2024
86
Free
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Warfork steam charts
20
8/16/2019
85
Free
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AirMech steam charts
17
3/30/2018
82
Free
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Rogue Agent steam charts
16
4/30/2018
78
Free
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BLOCKPOST LEGACY steam charts
16
4/25/2019
73
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, April 30). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 6). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 6). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 1). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, April 23). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 5). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, March 29). Splitgate on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Mighty Party on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.

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