Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 24,579 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 4/17/2026.
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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 2,698,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,182,688 positive reviews and 515,427 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 97,799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,472 positive reviews and 3,327 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 3/5/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
3. 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 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 381,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 293,398 positive reviews and 88,595 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 |
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 Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,042,797 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 704,811 positive reviews and 337,986 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
5. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 394,952 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,782 positive reviews and 278,170 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® 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 659,072 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 577,794 positive reviews and 81,278 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 |
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 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,226,353 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,114,401 positive reviews and 111,952 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. 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 #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 260,618 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 196,344 positive reviews and 64,274 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 |
9. 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 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 737,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 536,843 positive reviews and 200,795 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
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 58, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 179,315 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 104,544 positive reviews and 74,771 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
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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| 365,848 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 111,966 | 3/5/2025 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 94,274 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 75,607 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 68,520 | 8/10/2023 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 61,868 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56,558 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,801 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40,884 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38,244 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27,657 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,807 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22,573 | 9/16/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 20,649 | 2/26/2023 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,885 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,468 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,372 | 11/14/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,366 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,011 | 11/6/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,516 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 19). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 16). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 5). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 19). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.