Free MMORPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,293 MMORPG 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 MMORPG game rankings were last updated on 7/30/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free MMORPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 243,817 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184,037 positive reviews and 59,780 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 630,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,300 positive reviews and 131,250 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.
3. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.

Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139,846 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 104,902 positive reviews and 34,944 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
Developer | Starry Studio |
Publisher | Starry Studio |
Steam App Id | 2139460 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 238,941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 212,198 positive reviews and 26,743 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,597 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,524 positive reviews and 5,073 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 |
6. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!

IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,776 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,166 positive reviews and 4,610 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 |
7. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.

Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,117 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,005 positive reviews and 15,112 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
Release Date | 7/20/2023 |
Developer | Nimble Neuron |
Publishers | |
Steam App Id | 1049590 |
8. 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 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,593 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,388 positive reviews and 20,205 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).
9. 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.

Albion Online has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,651 positive reviews and 17,899 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 |
10. Hero's Land
HERO'S LAND is an MMO PVPVE game where survival isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. Monsters and enemies are out to get you, making every encounter a potential ambush. Fight for glory, and welcome to a world where strategy and courage are your greatest assets.

Hero's Land has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,370 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,251 positive reviews and 20,119 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hero's Land on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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37,716 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
31,750 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
20,958 | 7/9/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
15,848 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
12,481 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
8,821 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
8,100 | 7/20/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
7,441 | 12/9/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
6,678 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
4,159 | 5/18/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
3,091 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,710 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,486 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,444 | 4/10/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,434 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,420 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,385 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
2,096 | 10/27/2023 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,946 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,544 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 29). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 23). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 28). Hero's Land on Steam. Steam Store.