Free First-Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 20,086 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 12/17/2025.
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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 9,232,088 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,971,480 positive reviews and 1,260,608 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 2,644,996 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,583,878 positive reviews and 1,061,118 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 164,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,581 positive reviews and 68,096 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,023,539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690,149 positive reviews and 333,390 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,206,065 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,092,976 positive reviews and 113,089 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,668 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,648 positive reviews and 17,020 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 252,570 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 190,407 positive reviews and 62,163 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,463,214 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,211,410 positive reviews and 251,804 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 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
9. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,320 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,252 positive reviews and 23,068 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free First-Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,758 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,480 positive reviews and 269,278 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 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 1,133,777 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 447,043 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 99,309 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 96,629 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,301 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,739 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,670 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,245 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,609 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,147 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,408 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,493 | 11/11/2021 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,551 | 9/16/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,321 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,185 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,302 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,283 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,026 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,954 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,442 | 8/28/2017 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 16). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 15). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 17). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 18). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.