Free Massively Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,895 Massively 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 Massively Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 4/26/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Massively Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 590,975 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 474,983 positive reviews and 115,992 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.
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 537,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,277 positive reviews and 45,660 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 |
3. 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 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 572,679 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,219 positive reviews and 73,460 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 |
4. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,719 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,341 positive reviews and 4,378 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 Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
5. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 482,489 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 363,450 positive reviews and 119,039 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 236390 |
6. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 215,648 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 160,931 positive reviews and 54,717 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
7. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 219,994 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 195,759 positive reviews and 24,235 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
8. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,019 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,129 positive reviews and 4,890 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | Wemade Next |
| Publisher | Wemade |
| Steam App Id | 1623660 |
9. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,759 positive reviews and 32,338 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
10. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!
SMITE® has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 116,763 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92,451 positive reviews and 24,312 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 SMITE® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/8/2015 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 386360 |
More Free Massively Multiplayer Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Massively Multiplayer games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 58,590 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45,844 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45,051 | 3/25/2013 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 39,006 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 37,253 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29,627 | 2/1/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,817 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19,151 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,403 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,475 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,233 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,833 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,674 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,996 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,676 | 4/10/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,613 | 12/1/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,564 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,536 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,990 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,731 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 15). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 25). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 28). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 23). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 26). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 18). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.