Free Massively Multiplayer Games on Steam

Steam currently has 6,221 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 5/27/2025.

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1. 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.

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War Thunder holds the #1 spot for "best free Massively Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 624,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 456,292 positive reviews and 167,752 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
Franchise Gaijin Network Ltd
Developer Gaijin Entertainment
Publishers
Steam App Id 236390

2. Warframe

Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game

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Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 618,696 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 541,439 positive reviews and 77,257 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. 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.

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Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,578 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,569 positive reviews and 40,009 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

4. 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.

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VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 239,691 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 181,172 positive reviews and 58,519 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

5. Destiny 2

Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.

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Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,043 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 497,537 positive reviews and 127,506 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.

Release Date 10/1/2019
Franchise Destiny
Developer Bungie
Publisher Bungie
Steam App Id 1085660

6. 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.

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MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,528 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,480 positive reviews and 5,048 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

7. 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.

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Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,152 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,287 positive reviews and 33,865 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).

8. IdleOn - The Idle RPG

Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!

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IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,252 positive reviews and 4,354 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 4/2/2021
Developer Lavaflame2
Publisher Lavaflame2
Steam App Id 1476970

9. 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.

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Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 555,086 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 506,292 positive reviews and 48,794 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

10. Albion Online

Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.

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Albion Online 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 82,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,390 positive reviews and 17,430 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Albion Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/16/2018
Developer Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Publisher Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Steam App Id 761890

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79
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11/11/2021
54
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4/2/2021
78
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78
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76
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82
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79
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88
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5,234
12/16/2010
73
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8/27/2024
57
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4,857
8/28/2017
85
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.

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