Free Multiplayer Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,225 Multiplayer 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 Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 8/7/2025.
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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 Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,941,788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,734,475 positive reviews and 1,207,313 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).
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,534,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,063,922 positive reviews and 470,544 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,587,566 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,540,773 positive reviews and 1,046,793 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
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| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 306,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 239,699 positive reviews and 66,978 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
5. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,471 positive reviews and 16,206 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
6. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,433,188 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,192,105 positive reviews and 241,083 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
7. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,004,712 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 675,250 positive reviews and 329,462 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/4/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
8. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,030 positive reviews and 750 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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.
| Release Date | 3/5/2025 |
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| Publisher | Irox Games |
| Steam App Id | 3419430 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 631,556 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,605 positive reviews and 131,951 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.
10. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,173,490 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,058,346 positive reviews and 115,144 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 968,909 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 574,578 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 158,353 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 118,444 | 12/6/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 117,383 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 78,807 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 76,028 | 11/4/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 63,186 | 3/5/2025 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56,980 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 52,900 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 50,260 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47,624 | 12/4/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42,599 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35,490 | 6/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,605 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24,922 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 24,783 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21,306 | 7/9/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,724 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,766 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 8). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 6). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 8). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 8). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 9). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 7). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 8). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 9). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 6). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.