Free FPS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,992 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 6/13/2025.
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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 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,839,197 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,661,067 positive reviews and 1,178,130 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 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,564,430 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,524,744 positive reviews and 1,039,686 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 63, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 115,750 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,261 positive reviews and 42,489 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,036 positive reviews and 15,885 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 |
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 996,748 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 669,327 positive reviews and 327,421 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. 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 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,409,497 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,177,556 positive reviews and 231,941 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 |
7. 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 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 291,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 231,241 positive reviews and 60,539 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 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,163,730 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,046,902 positive reviews and 116,828 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).
9. 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 25, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 344,395 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,606 positive reviews and 261,789 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 |
10. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,531 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,599 positive reviews and 48,932 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
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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| 1,076,628 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 358,675 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 95,951 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 92,985 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 87,866 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 63,841 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 41,244 | 12/6/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,537 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,095 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,892 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,578 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,494 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,232 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,580 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,278 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,866 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,601 | 6/7/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,750 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,129 | 5/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,840 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 18). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 18). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 18). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 17). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.