Free Modern Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,191 Modern 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 Modern game rankings were last updated on 3/24/2025.
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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.
War Thunder holds the #1 spot for "best free Modern game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 606,278 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 442,875 positive reviews and 163,403 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. Revolution Idle
Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?
Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,225 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,736 positive reviews and 489 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 Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
3. BLEACH Brave Souls
The world of mega-hit manga and anime BLEACH comes to Steam in this exciting 3D action game! Build a team using your favorite characters from the BLEACH universe!
BLEACH Brave Souls has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,651 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,337 positive reviews and 1,314 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 BLEACH Brave Souls on the Steam Deck.
4. Riichi City × "Akagi: The Genius Who Descended into the Darkness" & "Ten: The Nice Guy on the Path of Tenhou"
Riichi City is a competitive urban-style Anime mahjong game, featuring beginner-friendly mahjong tutorials, Ranked Matches and tournaments crowded with masters! Spice up the experience with our ACG characters voiced by famous CVs, and attractive items and decorations! Set off for Riichi City now!
Riichi City × "Akagi: The Genius Who Descended into the Darkness" & "Ten: The Nice Guy on the Path of Tenhou" has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,709 positive reviews and 1,585 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Riichi City × "Akagi: The Genius Who Descended into the Darkness" & "Ten: The Nice Guy on the Path of Tenhou" on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/8/2022 |
| Developer | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1954420 |
5. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars!
Asphalt Legends Unite has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,708 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,344 positive reviews and 2,364 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.
6. Combat Master: Season 3
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 3 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,815 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,670 positive reviews and 5,145 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 |
7. CounterSide
Everything has another side Urban Graphic Novel RPG "CounterSide" A world where conflict never ends between Counters and Corrupted Objects after the Administration Failure We invite you to a journey to save the Reality.
CounterSide has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,601 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,701 positive reviews and 900 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 CounterSide on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Publisher | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 1976440 |
8. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,814 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,704 positive reviews and 110 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
9. MLB Rivals
Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB RIVALS!
MLB Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 310 positive reviews and 89 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
10. Global City
Become the mayor and build the city of your dreams! In this game, anything is possible. Whatever you can imagine in a city-building and development simulator, you can do. Start from the very beginning and unlock new possibilities for developing your city in Global City!
Global City has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 801 positive reviews and 338 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 Global City on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/30/2021 |
| Franchise | MY.GAMES |
| Developer | Red Brix Wall |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1731270 |
More Free Modern Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Modern games available on Steam.
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| 57,394 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,727 | 10/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,272 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,141 | 9/8/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,111 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 860 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 684 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 682 | 10/9/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 629 | 3/18/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 272 | 11/30/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 254 | 10/23/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 216 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 134 | 4/13/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 131 | 3/7/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 124 | 11/17/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 97 | 9/18/2023 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 12/10/2022 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 7/15/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 58 | 1/15/2025 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 7/17/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). BLEACH Brave Souls on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Riichi City × "Akagi: The Genius Who Descended into the Darkness" & "Ten: The Nice Guy on the Path of Tenhou" on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Combat Master: Season 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). CounterSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 23). MLB Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Global City on Steam. Steam Store.