Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,500 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 1/16/2026.
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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 9,301,908 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,030,895 positive reviews and 1,271,013 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 46,259 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,045 positive reviews and 2,214 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 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131,602 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,658 positive reviews and 10,944 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!
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 16,382 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,433 positive reviews and 2,949 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 20,616 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,176 positive reviews and 1,440 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: Arena Reloaded
SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded fuses the best of Splitgate 1 & 2, bringing back that classic arena shooter feel. Play free now.
SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,268 positive reviews and 7,840 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: Arena Reloaded 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,478 positive reviews and 10,148 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. 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 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,162 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,349 positive reviews and 813 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).
9. Sonic Rumble
Ready, Set, Rumble! Join Sonic in this intense arcade royale game set in Dr. Eggman's diabolical Toy World. Collect legendary skins, all-new emotes, and build skills as you progress through this action-packed game! Mayhem is best with friends!
Sonic Rumble has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,478 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,669 positive reviews and 1,809 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
10. STRAFTAT
STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.
STRAFTAT has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,051 positive reviews and 647 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fast-Paced games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 1,192,058 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,472 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,740 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,280 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 499 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 465 | 5/22/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 361 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 320 | 2/7/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 315 | 11/5/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 249 | 10/24/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 152 | 3/30/2017 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 86 | 9/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 77 | 4/30/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 66 | 6/2/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 60 | 10/9/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 10/21/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46 | 5/23/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 41 | 4/25/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 9/2/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Asphalt Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 21). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). SPLITGATE: Arena Reloaded on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 1). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). Sonic Rumble on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 8). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.