Free Military Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,471 Military 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 Military game rankings were last updated on 5/9/2024.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Military game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,054,227 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,024,309 positive reviews and 1,029,918 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/21/2012 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 730 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 488,897 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 367,166 positive reviews and 121,731 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
3. World of Warships
Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 600 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players!
World of Warships has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 138,851 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 107,544 positive reviews and 31,307 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 World of Warships on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2017 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
4. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,185 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,528 positive reviews and 6,657 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Age of Empires Franchise |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
5. World of Tanks Blitz
Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC
World of Tanks Blitz has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139,522 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,162 positive reviews and 28,360 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 World of Tanks Blitz on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/9/2016 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 444200 |
6. World of Tanks
Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits!
World of Tanks has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,317 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,896 positive reviews and 11,421 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World of Tanks on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2021 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 1407200 |
7. Combat Master: Season 1
Join fast-paced action-packed combat. Play Combat Master -- AAA experience on any hardware. Best-in-class multiplayer gunfight. Next-level extreme performance. Lightning-speed loading time and a whole lot more.
Combat Master: Season 1 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,463 positive reviews and 3,631 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 4/21/2023 |
| Developer | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Publisher | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Steam App Id | 2281730 |
8. DCS World Steam Edition
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
DCS World Steam Edition has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,027 positive reviews and 4,375 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DCS World Steam Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/2/2013 |
| Developer | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Publisher | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Steam App Id | 223750 |
9. MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2
This is a free-to-play team battle action game based on the "Mobile Suit Gundam" series of the Universal Century. Whether by land or by space, lay waste to your foes using either your favorite Mobile Suit or roam the battlefield as infantry and capture important objectives.
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2 has achieved a Player Score of 23, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,812 positive reviews and 14,175 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/30/2023 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1367080 |
10. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,854 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,241 positive reviews and 6,613 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 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/15/2020 |
| Developer | 1939 Games |
| Publisher | 1939 Games |
| Steam App Id | 544810 |
More Free Military Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Military games available on Steam.
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 | 664,671 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34,979 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,276 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,193 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,983 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,842 | 4/28/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,024 | 4/21/2023 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 788 | 8/2/2013 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 669 | 5/30/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 652 | 4/15/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 8/31/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 10/8/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 292 | 4/12/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 281 | 3/6/2020 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 279 | 6/26/2019 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 268 | 2/15/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 257 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 254 | 7/16/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 251 | 7/1/2014 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 230 | 6/13/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). World of Tanks Blitz on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 16). Combat Master: Season 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 20). DCS World Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM BATTLE OPERATION 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.