Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,125 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 11/22/2024.
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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 Fast-Paced game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,402,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,304,655 positive reviews and 1,097,841 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,645 positive reviews and 1,328 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!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,999 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 109,707 positive reviews and 8,292 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!
Asphalt Legends Unite has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,057 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,969 positive reviews and 2,088 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.
5. Redmatch 2
A free fast-paced online multiplayer FPS with grapple hooks where you upgrade your stats with kills!
Redmatch 2 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,199 positive reviews and 1,075 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 |
6. 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.
Splitgate has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,665 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,242 positive reviews and 9,423 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 |
7. 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!
Mighty Party has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,458 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,433 positive reviews and 1,025 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 |
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.
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 37,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,960 positive reviews and 10,013 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. PAPERHEAD EP.0
In this cute cardboard world, something went horribly wrong... You wake up in a prison cell. A strange voice calls to you from the depths of dark corridors covered in runic symbols and blood. Reload your trusty shotgun and find out... WHY WOULD CARDBOARD... BLEED?
PAPERHEAD EP.0 has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 230 positive reviews and 22 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 | 11/14/2024 |
| Franchise | HypeTrain Digital |
| Developer | Paperhead te4m |
| Publisher | HypeTrain Digital |
| Steam App Id | 3008200 |
10. Grapples Galore
Grapples Galore is a fast-paced online multiplayer arena shooter with physics-based grappling hook movement, active ragdolls, and thrilling gunplay.
Grapples Galore has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,952 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,485 positive reviews and 467 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).
More Free Fast-Paced Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fast-Paced games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,364,649 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,515 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,945 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,553 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 262 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 195 | 5/24/2019 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 190 | 3/30/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 166 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 106 | 11/14/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 106 | 11/9/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 87 | 9/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 9/2/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 1/18/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 6/2/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 5/29/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39 | 4/25/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 9/27/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 3/30/2018 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 4/29/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 5). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 16). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 8). Splitgate on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Mighty Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). PAPERHEAD EP.0 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.