Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 19,839 Free to Play 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 Free to Play game rankings were last updated on 5/27/2025.
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1. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Free to Play game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,494,858 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,034,268 positive reviews and 460,590 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 Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,992 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,541 positive reviews and 451 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 3/5/2025 |
| Developer | Marcel Zurawka |
| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
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 67, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 993,514 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 667,020 positive reviews and 326,494 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 283,040 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 226,142 positive reviews and 56,898 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,718 positive reviews and 15,767 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 |
6. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 624,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 456,292 positive reviews and 167,752 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 236390 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,159,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,041,817 positive reviews and 117,584 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).
8. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 618,696 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 541,439 positive reviews and 77,257 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,578 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,569 positive reviews and 40,009 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 239,691 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181,172 positive reviews and 58,519 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 |
More Free Free to Play Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Free to Play games available on Steam.
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| 468,150 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 147,888 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 114,174 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110,519 | 12/6/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 110,484 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 59,421 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,907 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48,823 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,531 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34,795 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33,891 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31,666 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30,577 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,603 | 12/3/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27,515 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 25,742 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,910 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,947 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,711 | 5/1/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,774 | 9/30/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 24). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.