Free Hero Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,115 Hero Shooter 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 Hero Shooter game rankings were last updated on 8/16/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Hero Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 61. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 131,729 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80,873 positive reviews and 50,856 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 |
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 Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,005,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 675,986 positive reviews and 329,886 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 | 11/4/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,436,014 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,194,025 positive reviews and 241,989 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 |
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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 309,743 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 241,207 positive reviews and 68,536 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,174,545 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,059,533 positive reviews and 115,012 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).
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 350,079 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,799 positive reviews and 264,280 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 |
7. 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 77, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 239,266 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 186,206 positive reviews and 53,060 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
8. Mecha BREAK
Squad up in Mecha BREAK, a multiplayer third-person shooter offering three intense game modes filled with ground and aerial combat. Pilot your Striker into the breach and neutralize enemies. Are you ready for the ultimate showdown?
Mecha BREAK has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,243 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,951 positive reviews and 9,292 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 7/2/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2452280 |
9. Off The Grid
Welcome to Off The Grid, the next-gen free to play Battle Royale from visionary director Neill Blomkamp. Set in a near-future world where contestants are cybernetically augmented and dropped into televised bloodsport. Death is temporary, but fame is forever.
Off The Grid has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,215 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 704 positive reviews and 511 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 7/17/2025 |
| Developer | Gunzilla Games |
| Publisher | Gunzilla Games |
| Steam App Id | 3659280 |
10. Farlight 84
Hey Lightcatchers! The latest Farlight 84 update has landed, and it's bringing a massive 60-player shootout with it. Are you ready?
Farlight 84 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Hero Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 51,970 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,170 positive reviews and 11,800 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 | 9/21/2023 |
| Developer | Farlight Games |
| Publisher | Farlight Games |
| Steam App Id | 1928420 |
More Free Hero Shooter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Hero Shooter games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 145,817 | 12/4/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 130,027 | 11/4/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50,889 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,518 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47,973 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,542 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,660 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,261 | 7/2/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,504 | 7/17/2025 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,184 | 9/21/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,056 | 7/23/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,994 | 11/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,951 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,208 | 4/2/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,139 | 7/29/2025 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 722 | 4/12/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 687 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 365 | 7/18/2025 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 238 | 5/22/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 190 | 8/18/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 13). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 16). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 15). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 15). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 15). Mecha BREAK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 16). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). Farlight 84 on Steam. Steam Store.