Free FPS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,079 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 5/3/2024.
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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 8,027,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,003,484 positive reviews and 1,024,296 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).
| Release Date | 8/21/2012 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 730 |
2. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,349,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,371,036 positive reviews and 978,575 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 |
| Developer | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. 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 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 821,217 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 640,939 positive reviews and 180,278 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 | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
4. 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 591,741 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 475,608 positive reviews and 116,133 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
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 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,042,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 977,907 positive reviews and 64,589 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. 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 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,628 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,455 positive reviews and 12,173 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).
7. 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 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 538,150 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,460 positive reviews and 45,690 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 |
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 19, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 262,173 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,505 positive reviews and 214,668 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
9. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 160,389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,539 positive reviews and 39,850 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
10. World of Tanks Blitz
Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC
World of Tanks Blitz has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free FPS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139,205 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 110,950 positive reviews and 28,255 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World of Tanks Blitz on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/9/2016 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 444200 |
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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 | 1,078,695 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 229,481 | 12/21/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 145,790 | 11/5/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 93,663 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 79,983 | 10/10/2007 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 63,908 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 53,535 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34,858 | 8/10/2023 | 19 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,755 | 12/8/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,959 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,978 | 4/2/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,386 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,013 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,871 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,016 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,687 | 11/15/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,322 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,005 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,754 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,862 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 22). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 4). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). World of Tanks Blitz on Steam. Steam Store.