Free Looter Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 796 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 12/14/2024.
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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 66. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,227 positive reviews and 8,936 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 | 12/4/2024 |
| Developer | Team Jade |
| 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 600,689 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 524,840 positive reviews and 75,849 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. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,588 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,410 positive reviews and 15,178 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).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,048 positive reviews and 123,256 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
5. 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 57, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96,012 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,505 positive reviews and 41,507 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 |
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 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 549,423 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502,620 positive reviews and 46,803 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. 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 56, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,730 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,399 positive reviews and 10,331 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 |
8. Vigor
Outlive the apocalypse! Dive into intense Encounters and extract the most valuable spoils the Outlands have to offer! Loot, shoot, and build to become the absolute Outlander and explore the landscape of a post-war Norway in Vigor, a free-to-play looter shooter.
Vigor has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,542 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,608 positive reviews and 2,934 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Vigor on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/18/2024 |
| Franchise | Bohemia Interactive |
| Developer | Bohemia Interactive |
| Publisher | Bohemia Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2818260 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,513 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,045 positive reviews and 468 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 |
10. Ruins To Fortress
Explore a post-apocalyptic island, craft, build, tear down enemy bases, defend and nuke your rivals! Life's about surviving in this multiplayer game, no matter what it takes!
Ruins To Fortress has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20 positive reviews and 14 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 12/13/2024 |
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| Publisher | NimbleBeasts |
| Steam App Id | 2585860 |
More Free Looter Shooter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Looter Shooter games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 101,576 | 12/4/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 87,242 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,454 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,809 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,095 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,837 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,184 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 595 | 9/18/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 243 | 8/20/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 82 | 12/13/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 55 | 9/27/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 11/21/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 2/25/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 2/15/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 12/8/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 7/20/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/18/2015 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 10/29/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 10/27/2020 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/17/2023 | 31 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Vigor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Arrow a Row on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). Ruins To Fortress on Steam. Steam Store.