Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam

Steam currently has 2,273 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 5/29/2025.

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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 8,796,184 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,627,133 positive reviews and 1,169,051 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 36,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,900 positive reviews and 1,744 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 124,434 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 114,778 positive reviews and 9,656 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. Splitgate 2 - Beta

Splitgate 2 is the only free-to-play shooter with portals, delivering next-level gunplay, fluid movement, and a variety of game modes in an evolving experience. Welcome to the future of sport.

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Splitgate 2 - Beta has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,559 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,840 positive reviews and 1,719 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 5/22/2025
Developer 1047 Games
Publisher 1047 Games
Steam App Id 2918300

5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,046 positive reviews and 2,504 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

6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,361 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,289 positive reviews and 10,072 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

7. STRAFTAT

STRAFTAT video game ::::::::::::::::::::: 1v1 ONLINE first person pov SHOOTER ::::::::::::::: quick rounds in 150 MAPS ::::::::::::: Including all WEAPONS and proximity chat

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STRAFTAT has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,008 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,731 positive reviews and 277 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

8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,052 positive reviews and 1,222 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

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 2,480 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,446 positive reviews and 1,034 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

10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,475 positive reviews and 642 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

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8/21/2012
86
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21,330
3/21/2022
93
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6/17/2023
91
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Splitgate 2 - Beta  steam charts
4,451
5/22/2025
61
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Asphalt Legends Unite steam charts
1,599
8/2/2022
80
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Quake Champions steam charts
181
8/18/2022
73
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STRAFTAT steam charts
173
10/24/2024
93
Free
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Redmatch 2 steam charts
172
6/25/2021
91
Free
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Mighty Party steam charts
149
3/30/2017
58
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Grapples Galore steam charts
133
2/7/2025
87
Free
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Splitgate steam charts
108
5/24/2019
90
Free
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TOXIKK™ steam charts
65
9/13/2016
75
Free
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Eden Survivors steam charts
54
4/2/2025
58
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PAPERHEAD EP.0 steam charts
53
11/14/2024
89
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MicroWorks steam charts
49
9/2/2022
78
Free
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BLOCKPOST LEGACY steam charts
48
4/25/2019
73
Free
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Xanadu Land steam charts
38
1/18/2024
86
Free
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Dirty Bomb® steam charts
30
6/2/2015
80
Free
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Pixel Strike 3D steam charts
29
5/29/2020
72
Free
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Battlerite steam charts
27
11/8/2017
83
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Splitgate 2 - Beta on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 3). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). Mighty Party on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.

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