Free FPS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,566 FPS 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 FPS game rankings were last updated on 3/21/2025.
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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 FPS game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,658,149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,516,226 positive reviews and 1,141,923 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. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,233 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 200,780 positive reviews and 48,453 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
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 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,634 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,382 positive reviews and 15,252 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. 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 59, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,519,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,493,319 positive reviews and 1,026,405 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 984,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 661,016 positive reviews and 323,008 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 |
6. 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 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,147,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,027,830 positive reviews and 120,085 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).
7. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 621,264 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 495,147 positive reviews and 126,117 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
8. FragPunk
FragPunk is a thrilling 5v5 hero shooter where Shard Cards allow you to break the rules of combat and ensure that no two rounds are ever the same. Get ready to unleash your skills!
FragPunk has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,738 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,543 positive reviews and 7,195 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 FragPunk on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/6/2025 |
| Developer | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Publisher | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2943650 |
9. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,589 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,745 positive reviews and 12,844 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. 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 66, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 92,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,378 positive reviews and 31,348 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 |
| Developer | Team Jade |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
More Free FPS Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free FPS games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 773,484 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 176,049 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 120,333 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 111,415 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73,212 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48,109 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,150 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,622 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,849 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34,418 | 12/4/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31,307 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,411 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,659 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,979 | 6/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,669 | 3/13/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,536 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,506 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,802 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,711 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,184 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). FragPunk on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.