Free Modern Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,606 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 9/25/2025.
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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 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 661,960 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 481,469 positive reviews and 180,491 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 6,778 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,701 positive reviews and 1,077 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 | 5/1/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 2763740 |
3. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,214 positive reviews and 5,890 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Persona5: The Phantom X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. 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 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,019 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,832 positive reviews and 187 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/8/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
5. Asphalt Legends
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends 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 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 14,963 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,206 positive reviews and 2,757 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,781 positive reviews and 1,421 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.
7. Combat Master: Season 4
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 4 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42,179 positive reviews and 5,643 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. BLACK STIGMA
BLACK STIGMA is a hero shooter game with a diverse cast of characters. You can choose and customize a handgun of your preference and upgrade your character's abilities in different ways. Play as your ideal killer character, from long-range precision shots to close-range brawls.
BLACK STIGMA has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 813 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 not possible to play or run BLACK STIGMA on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/18/2025 |
| Developer | BoldPlay Games |
| Publisher | BoldPlay Games |
| Steam App Id | 1277530 |
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 916 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 697 positive reviews and 219 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.
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Modern games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,785 positive reviews and 936 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 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 67,691 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,513 | 5/1/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,215 | 6/26/2025 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,727 | 10/8/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,351 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,306 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,130 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 467 | 7/18/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 394 | 3/18/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 369 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 322 | 9/8/2022 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 284 | 11/30/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 197 | 11/17/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 192 | 10/23/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 4/13/2021 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 155 | 3/7/2025 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 144 | 4/4/2025 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 100 | 1/23/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85 | 9/18/2023 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 25). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 19). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 15). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 19). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 23). Asphalt Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 16). BLEACH Brave Souls on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 18). Combat Master: Season 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 25). BLACK STIGMA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 24). MLB Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 24). CounterSide on Steam. Steam Store.