Free Looter Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 868 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 4/11/2025.
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1. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe holds the #1 spot for "best free Looter Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 614,932 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 538,065 positive reviews and 76,867 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 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 98,556 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,341 positive reviews and 34,215 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
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 622,689 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 496,154 positive reviews and 126,535 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 553,985 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 505,393 positive reviews and 48,592 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 |
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 74,661 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,000 positive reviews and 17,661 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 101,910 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,459 positive reviews and 44,451 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 |
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 57, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,081 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,358 positive reviews and 10,723 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. 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 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,692 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,111 positive reviews and 581 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,343 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,995 positive reviews and 3,348 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 |
10. Arcadegeddon
Rise up and play with up to three friends in this ever-evolving cooperative multiplayer, roguelite shooter. Explore multiple biomes, mini games, find hidden chests, and defeat numerous enemies and bosses.
Arcadegeddon has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Looter Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 424 positive reviews and 153 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 | 7/18/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 1515640 |
More Free Looter Shooter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Looter Shooter games available on Steam.
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| 50,093 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,197 | 12/4/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,096 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,552 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,047 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,843 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,427 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,347 | 3/27/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 367 | 9/18/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 355 | 7/18/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 193 | 8/20/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 9/27/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 2/15/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 4/2/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 10/29/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 11/21/2024 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 10/27/2020 | 40 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 7/20/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 10/15/2020 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/18/2015 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 14). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Mini Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Vigor on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 15). Arcadegeddon on Steam. Steam Store.