Free MMORPG Games on Steam

Steam currently has 1,075 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 12/12/2024.

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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.

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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 230,026 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 173,306 positive reviews and 56,720 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. 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.

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Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 113,028 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,887 positive reviews and 30,141 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

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.

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Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,229 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,021 positive reviews and 123,208 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.

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

4. 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 #4 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,351 positive reviews and 5,000 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

5. STALCRAFT: X

STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!

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STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,337 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,188 positive reviews and 15,149 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).

Release Date 12/9/2022
Developer EXBO
Publisher EXBO
Steam App Id 1818450

6. 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.

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Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 230,036 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205,976 positive reviews and 24,060 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

7. IdleOn - The Idle RPG

The RPG where your characters keep leveling up when you're gone! Create unique class combos, and spend loot on powerful upgrades, all while cooking, mining, fishing, breeding, farming, and slaying bosses!

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IdleOn - The Idle RPG 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 18,798 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,813 positive reviews and 3,985 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

8. 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 #8 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,663 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,238 positive reviews and 16,425 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

9. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™

STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.

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STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,619 positive reviews and 6,632 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 7/21/2020
Franchise BioWare EA
Developers
Publisher Electronic Arts
Steam App Id 1286830

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!

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SMITE® has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free MMORPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,129 positive reviews and 25,236 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

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78
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7/20/2023
79
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73
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87
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82
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85
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55
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11/6/2024
73
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4/10/2024
86
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4/6/2020
68
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Steambase has best-in-class data powered directly by Steam, our data partners, and in-house experts. Player counts and rankings are enriched, analyzed, and updated in real-time to ensure we surface the most up-to-date insights. Learn more about the Steambase approach to data collection and our review methodology.

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  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.

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