Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,324 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 7/16/2025.
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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.
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 8,893,976 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,702,051 positive reviews and 1,191,925 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 38,790 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,930 positive reviews and 1,860 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 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 125,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 115,870 positive reviews and 9,916 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,180 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,570 positive reviews and 2,610 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. 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.
STRAFTAT has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,272 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,915 positive reviews and 357 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. Splitgate 2
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.
Splitgate 2 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 18,076 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,112 positive reviews and 6,964 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 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,753 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,476 positive reviews and 1,277 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 |
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 38,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,327 positive reviews and 10,075 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. 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 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,875 positive reviews and 680 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).
10. TOXIKK™
FRAG LIKE IT'S 1999! TOXIKK plays as if today's military shooters never existed: Designed as a spiritual successor to the FPS giants of the late 90s and early 2ks, TOXIKK carefully evolves their mechanics with modern technology and fresh ideas elaborated with Arena-FPS enthusiasts.
TOXIKK™ has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,823 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,498 positive reviews and 1,325 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 TOXIKK™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/10/2016 |
| Developer | Reakktor Studios |
| Publisher | Schwiezer System GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 324810 |
More Free Fast-Paced Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fast-Paced games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 1,272,279 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,947 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,702 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,485 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 829 | 10/24/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 812 | 5/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 305 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 212 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 157 | 2/7/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 137 | 9/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 117 | 3/30/2017 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 63 | 5/24/2019 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 11/14/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 6/2/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 4/2/2025 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 5/29/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 9/2/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 8/16/2019 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 3/30/2018 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 17). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 18). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Splitgate 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 16). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 28). TOXIKK™ on Steam. Steam Store.