Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,951 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 3/22/2025.
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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 2,456,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,003,864 positive reviews and 453,113 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Free to Play 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 |
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 Free to Play 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Free to Play 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 604,885 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 441,986 positive reviews and 162,899 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 93,031 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,545 positive reviews and 31,486 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 612,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 535,664 positive reviews and 76,573 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 |
8. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 302,930 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 294,196 positive reviews and 8,734 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,148,193 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,028,165 positive reviews and 120,028 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).
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 235,989 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 178,248 positive reviews and 57,741 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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| 625,822 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 174,032 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 126,980 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 114,921 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 103,394 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 96,200 | 12/4/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 89,606 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56,452 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50,993 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48,198 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47,586 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 46,681 | 3/5/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 44,631 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43,812 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42,597 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39,955 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 36,165 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30,572 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29,244 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,020 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.