Free Fighting Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,342 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 5/1/2024.
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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 fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free Fighting game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 361,725 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 298,373 positive reviews and 63,352 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 15,124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,828 positive reviews and 3,296 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 17,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,552 positive reviews and 2,898 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,227 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,304 positive reviews and 3,923 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 |
5. 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 70, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,960 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,653 positive reviews and 2,307 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 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 |
6. 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 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,394 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,965 positive reviews and 2,429 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.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,296 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,259 positive reviews and 2,037 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.
8. 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 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,515 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,757 positive reviews and 1,758 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 |
9. Idol Showdown
Made by hololive fans, for hololive fans. Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls.
Idol Showdown has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,045 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,742 positive reviews and 303 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 Idol Showdown on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/6/2023 |
| Developer | Besto Game Team |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1742020 |
10. Dead Maze
Dead Maze is a 2D MMO game set in a destroyed contemporary world, filled with zombies. Explore the world, scavenge and craft as many items as possible, to survive the hostile environment and upgrade your gear and camp as you go.
Dead Maze has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,450 positive reviews and 1,159 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 2/13/2018 |
| Franchise | Atelier 801 |
| Developer | Atelier 801 |
| Publisher | Atelier 801 |
| Steam App Id | 667890 |
More Free Fighting Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fighting games available on Steam.
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 | 17,785 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,840 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 587 | 10/6/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 503 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 437 | 4/13/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 302 | 7/2/2014 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 231 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 220 | 4/1/2019 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 135 | 5/6/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 110 | 2/13/2018 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 100 | 4/30/2019 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 89 | 7/6/2016 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 83 | 5/16/2014 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 56 | 3/30/2015 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 49 | 12/6/2022 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 32 | 5/24/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 8/2/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 10/18/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 9/27/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 1). DC Universe™ Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). SMASH LEGENDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 17). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 22). Drunken Wrestlers 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 1). Idol Showdown on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 22). Dead Maze on Steam. Steam Store.