Free Fast-Paced Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,346 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 8/7/2025.
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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 8,941,788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,734,475 positive reviews and 1,207,313 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 39,672 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,763 positive reviews and 1,909 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 126,476 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,422 positive reviews and 10,054 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,714 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,285 positive reviews and 429 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,428 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,767 positive reviews and 2,661 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.
6. Splitgate 2 Beta
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 Beta 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 18,784 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,484 positive reviews and 7,300 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 Beta 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 18,951 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,645 positive reviews and 1,306 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 38,436 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,341 positive reviews and 10,095 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 6,705 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,010 positive reviews and 695 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Fast-Paced games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,738 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,232 positive reviews and 9,506 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 |
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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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| 630,996 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,883 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,286 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,165 | 10/24/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 955 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 682 | 5/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 193 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 158 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 157 | 2/7/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 123 | 5/24/2019 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 107 | 3/30/2017 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 60 | 9/10/2016 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 8/2/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 53 | 5/29/2020 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 6/2/2015 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 8/16/2019 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37 | 4/30/2018 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 9/2/2022 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 3/30/2018 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 4/2/2025 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 5). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 5). STRAFTAT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Asphalt Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Splitgate 2 Beta on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 4). Redmatch 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Quake Champions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Grapples Galore on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 5). Splitgate on Steam. Steam Store.