Free Fighting Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,494 Fighting 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 Fighting game rankings were last updated on 12/13/2024.
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1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free Fighting game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 377,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 309,703 positive reviews and 68,284 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
2. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,861 positive reviews and 3,490 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
3. Action Taimanin
An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!
Action Taimanin has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,164 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,140 positive reviews and 3,024 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 | 10/6/2020 |
| Developer | LiLith |
| Publisher | Infini-Brain inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1335200 |
4. Drunken Wrestlers 2
Drunken Wrestlers 2 is a funny physics-based multiplayer fighting game. Features include character customization and a powerful mod editor integrated with Steam Workshop.
Drunken Wrestlers 2 has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,216 positive reviews and 2,042 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 Drunken Wrestlers 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2019 |
| Developer | Oleg Skutte |
| Steam App Id | 667530 |
5. DC Universe™ Online
DC Universe Online is a Free-to-Play, massive multiplayer online action game set in the popular DC Universe. Become one of a new breed of Heroes or Villains and wield incredible powers as you go to war with legendary characters such as Batman, Superman, Lex Luthor and The Joker.
DC Universe™ Online has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,671 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,666 positive reviews and 4,005 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run DC Universe™ Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/2/2011 |
| Franchise | Daybreak Game Company |
| Developer | Dimensional Ink Games |
| Publisher | Daybreak Game Company |
| Steam App Id | 24200 |
6. SMASH LEGENDS
Play Smash Legends for free! Smash Legends is an exciting PVP action brawler where fairy tale Legends engage in a lively battle. Play solo or in a 3v3 team battle with your friends! Play now with Smashers from all over the world on Steam, iOS, and Android!
SMASH LEGENDS has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,789 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,099 positive reviews and 2,690 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SMASH LEGENDS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/13/2021 |
| Developer | 5minlab Corp. |
| Publisher | 5minlab Corp. |
| Steam App Id | 1352080 |
7. Elsword
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,484 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,015 positive reviews and 2,469 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Elsword on the Steam Deck.
8. Dungeon Fighter Online
Get ready for the ultimate brawl! Dungeon Fighter Online is a classic beat-em up 2D action game with an epic storyline and RPG elements! Choose from 17 diverse classes, and unravel ancient mysteries as you punch, slash, shoot, or summon your way to victory!
Dungeon Fighter Online has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,422 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,342 positive reviews and 2,080 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Dungeon Fighter Online on the Steam Deck.
9. Battlerite
BATTLERITE is an action-packed team arena brawler. Experience the unique combination of top-down shooter meets fast-paced fighting game and challenge friends and foes in a battle of reaction. The Arena awaits!
Battlerite has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,157 positive reviews and 9,208 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 Battlerite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/8/2017 |
| Developer | Stunlock Studios |
| Publisher | Stunlock Studios |
| Steam App Id | 504370 |
10. Toribash
Toribash is an innovative free-to-play online turn-based fighting game where you’re able to design your own moves. Complete control over character's body, hundreds of game mods and bloody mess with full body dismemberment - you've never been able to annihilate your enemies like that before!
Toribash has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,709 positive reviews and 1,902 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Toribash on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/16/2014 |
| Developer | Nabi Studios |
| Publisher | Nicalis, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 248570 |
More Free Fighting Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fighting games available on Steam.
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| 12,695 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,148 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 561 | 10/6/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 373 | 4/1/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 364 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 232 | 4/13/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 158 | 7/2/2014 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 150 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 95 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 75 | 5/16/2014 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 74 | 2/13/2018 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 74 | 7/6/2016 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 50 | 5/6/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 1/10/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 3/30/2015 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 9/27/2017 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 10/18/2017 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 5/24/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 8/2/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 30). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Drunken Wrestlers 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). DC Universe™ Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). SMASH LEGENDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 21). Battlerite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Toribash on Steam. Steam Store.