Free Local Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,298 Local Multiplayer 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 Local Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 10/23/2025.
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1. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 900 million downloads! The stars of today, legends of the past, and fellow users from around the world are all waiting for you!
eFootball™ holds the #1 spot for "best free Local Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 49. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 99,557 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,832 positive reviews and 50,725 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/29/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
2. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 393,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 318,591 positive reviews and 74,553 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
3. RISK: Global Domination
Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players
RISK: Global Domination has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,734 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,665 positive reviews and 8,069 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 RISK: Global Domination on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Franchise | SMG Studio |
| Developer | SMG Studio |
| Publisher | SMG Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1128810 |
4. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now.
Trackmania has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,885 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,841 positive reviews and 4,044 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 Trackmania on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. PICO PARK:Classic Edition
PICO PARK:Classic Edition is a cooperative local/online multiplay action puzzle game for 2-10 players.
PICO PARK:Classic Edition has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,192 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,646 positive reviews and 546 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.
6. RetroArch
RetroArch is an open source and cross platform frontend/framework for emulators, game engines, video games, media players and other applications
RetroArch has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,667 positive reviews and 907 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
7. The Spike Cross
"The thrill of spiking in volleyball. Why don't you try it out?" Developed by an indie developer who loves volleyball! The sports game made after numerous trial and error to contain the appeal of volleyball!
The Spike Cross has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 493 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 403 positive reviews and 90 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 The Spike Cross on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/19/2025 |
| Developer | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Publisher | SUNCYAN Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3983810 |
8. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to work with their teammates to pull off rim-shaking slam dunks, awe-inspiring alley-oops, flashy no-look passes, and clutch outside shots which breaks the heart of the opposing team in competitive games filled with the joy and energy of street basketball.
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,551 positive reviews and 1,493 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.
9. Speedway Challenge 2025
Feel speedway emotions thanks to realistic riding physics. Play online mode with friends or local in career mode, league mode, challenges, tournament and quick matches. Are you ready for the challenge?
Speedway Challenge 2025 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 228 positive reviews and 77 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 Speedway Challenge 2025 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2025 |
| Developer | Artur Berkowski Berobasket |
| Publisher | Artur Berkowski Berobasket |
| Steam App Id | 3497380 |
10. FPS Chess
Battle a friend in this fast paced 1v1 class-based first-person shooter. Chess takes a back-seat to FPS as you win duel after duel and capture the opponent's pieces until you've beaten their king and won the game.
FPS Chess has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,112 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,868 positive reviews and 6,244 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 FPS Chess on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/16/2022 |
| Developer | Meta Fork |
| Publisher | DigiPen Institute of Technology |
| Steam App Id | 2021910 |
More Free Local Multiplayer Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Local Multiplayer games available on Steam.
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| 14,435 | 9/29/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,341 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,342 | 2/19/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,802 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 618 | 4/27/2016 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 475 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 264 | 9/19/2025 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 212 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 176 | 4/6/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 175 | 7/16/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 131 | 5/31/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 131 | 4/13/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 122 | 8/6/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 113 | 10/25/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 101 | 7/19/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 100 | 2/1/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 98 | 7/29/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 92 | 9/26/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 70 | 9/9/2016 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 1/9/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 21). PICO PARK:Classic Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). RetroArch on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 22). The Spike Cross on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 23). 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 20). Speedway Challenge 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 4). FPS Chess on Steam. Steam Store.