Free Looter Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 902 Looter 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 Looter Shooter game rankings were last updated on 6/7/2025.
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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 Looter Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 63. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 113,189 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,963 positive reviews and 41,226 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 620,376 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 542,424 positive reviews and 77,952 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 |
3. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,604 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 497,817 positive reviews and 127,787 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
4. Borderlands 2
The Ultimate Vault Hunter’s Upgrade lets you get the most out of the Borderlands 2 experience.
Borderlands 2 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 290,670 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 268,846 positive reviews and 21,824 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 Borderlands 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 9/20/2012 |
| Franchise | Borderlands Franchise |
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| Steam App Id | 49520 |
5. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,534 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,443 positive reviews and 19,091 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,450 positive reviews and 48,854 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
7. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 103,339 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,387 positive reviews and 44,952 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
8. Lost Light
Join the "Firefly" task force and unveil the sinister plot behind the exclusion zone in the world of Lost Light. You could either scavenge for supplies or go out with guns blazing and plunder. Survive the brutal domain where danger lurks in every corner!
Lost Light has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,534 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,622 positive reviews and 10,912 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 Lost Light on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 1797880 |
9. Mini Royale
Brace yourself for an action-packed shooter experience in Mini Royale! Battle as green army toy soldiers in a massive kids' bedroom, fighting for survival in modes like Battle Royale, Deathmatch, and more—where only the strongest players or teams claim victory.
Mini Royale has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,553 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,622 positive reviews and 931 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mini Royale on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/27/2025 |
| Developer | IndigoBlue |
| Publisher | IndigoBlue |
| Steam App Id | 1657090 |
10. Arrow a Row
Arrow a row is a game in which you shoot arrows (of course) in a row! or maybe two rows! (maybe three?) Choose your power-ups and defeat the Boss.
Arrow a Row has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,650 positive reviews and 513 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 8/20/2023 |
| Developer | Lonerangerix |
| Publisher | Lonerangerix |
| Steam App Id | 2495980 |
More Free Looter Shooter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Looter Shooter games available on Steam.
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| 117,852 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,714 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,148 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,923 | 9/20/2012 | 92 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12,617 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,536 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,147 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 894 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 183 | 3/27/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 156 | 8/20/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 77 | 7/18/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 2/15/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 57 | 9/18/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 4/2/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28 | 9/27/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 5/12/2025 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 12/8/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 11/21/2024 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/21/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/3/2023 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 7). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 6). Borderlands 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 7). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 2). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 4). Mini Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 15). Arrow a Row on Steam. Steam Store.