Free First-Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 19,614 First-Person 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 First-Person game rankings were last updated on 11/20/2025.
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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 First-Person game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,171,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,920,123 positive reviews and 1,251,509 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. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,632,155 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,573,727 positive reviews and 1,058,428 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
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| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 92,214 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,559 positive reviews and 16,655 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
4. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,190,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,076,606 positive reviews and 113,557 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 156,290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,139 positive reviews and 65,151 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
6. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,015,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 683,358 positive reviews and 332,481 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
7. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,455,743 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,206,131 positive reviews and 249,612 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
8. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 26, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 360,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92,482 positive reviews and 268,079 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
9. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,978 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188,338 positive reviews and 61,640 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
10. Arena Breakout: Infinite
Arena Breakout: Infinite is a high-stakes tactical extraction shooter where every decision matters. Fight, loot, and extract—or lose it all. With stunningly realistic visuals, lifelike sound, and unforgiving PvPvE combat, every raid is a gamble between glory and ruin.
Arena Breakout: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,759 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,196 positive reviews and 6,563 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 9/16/2025 |
| Developer | Morefun Studios |
| Publisher | Morefun Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073620 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free First-Person games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 601,278 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 78,216 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 72,688 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,745 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,982 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38,188 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,971 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,598 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,385 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,785 | 9/16/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,815 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,221 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,095 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,533 | 11/11/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,244 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,796 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,485 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,668 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,362 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,008 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 12). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 17). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 21). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 21). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 14). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Arena Breakout: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.