Free Local Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,860 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 5/1/2026.
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1. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 1 billion downloads! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ holds the #1 spot for "best free Local Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 50. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 108,690 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,760 positive reviews and 53,930 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 | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
| Developers | |
| 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 404,864 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 325,272 positive reviews and 79,592 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 41,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,569 positive reviews and 8,441 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
Trackmania – the unique racing game that combines precision and creativity. Play for free across five stunning environments, race on the best player-made tracks every week, and climb your regional rankings.
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 20,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,616 positive reviews and 4,481 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,326 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,305 positive reviews and 1,021 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.
6. 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 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,299 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,962 positive reviews and 337 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 |
7. Electoral Carnage
Electoral Carnage is an absurd 2D fighting game featuring America's most famous (and infamous) politicians. If you don't download it you hate America. Also JFK can assassinate himself. What more do you need to know?
Electoral Carnage has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 456 positive reviews and 10 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 Electoral Carnage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Bomb Sequitur Games |
| Publisher | Bomb Sequitur |
| Steam App Id | 3706810 |
8. TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue
Open your local game store early with the Prologue version, which includes main gameplay of the full version, but with limited progression. Stock shelves with booster packs, or crack them and collect the cards for yourself. Set your own prices, sell cards to customer.
TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,567 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,237 positive reviews and 330 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 TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/6/2024 |
| Developer | OPNeon Games |
| Publisher | OPNeon Games |
| Steam App Id | 3103840 |
9. The Jackbox Megapicker
The Jackbox Megapicker is a game launcher for all of your Jackbox games. This free bit of software will allow you to launch all owned games from one convenient location. This means that you will no longer need to switch between Party Packs to start playing the games you love most.
The Jackbox Megapicker has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Local Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 844 positive reviews and 223 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
| Release Date | 7/29/2024 |
| Developer | Jackbox Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Jackbox Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2828500 |
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 41,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,283 positive reviews and 6,676 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Local Multiplayer games available on Steam.
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| 10,373 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,433 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,458 | 2/19/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 806 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 433 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 401 | 9/19/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 319 | 6/15/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 227 | 8/6/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 219 | 7/29/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 181 | 7/16/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 174 | 4/27/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 159 | 7/15/2020 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 140 | 4/13/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 139 | 2/1/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 128 | 10/25/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 115 | 5/31/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 100 | 9/26/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 93 | 4/2/2026 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 88 | 7/19/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 88 | 3/30/2015 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). RetroArch on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 28). The Spike Cross on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Electoral Carnage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 20). TCG Card Shop Simulator: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 11). The Jackbox Megapicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). FPS Chess on Steam. Steam Store.