Free Naval Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 464 Naval Combat 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 Naval Combat game rankings were last updated on 1/17/2026.
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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 Naval Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 72. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 705,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 513,470 positive reviews and 191,785 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. World of Warships
Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 600 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players!
World of Warships has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117,031 positive reviews and 35,395 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 World of Warships on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2017 |
| Franchise | World of Warships Franchise |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
3. World of Sea Battle
Set sail in World of Sea Battle, an action-packed open-world MMO in the Golden Age of Sail! Command historic ships, battle in PvP & PvE, shape the economy, and engage in territorial guild wars in your quest for glory across the high seas!
World of Sea Battle has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,667 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,808 positive reviews and 859 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 World of Sea Battle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2025 |
| Developer | Thera Interactive |
| Publisher | Thera Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 2948190 |
4. Pirate101
Assemble your ragtag crew and prepare to plunder the skyways in search of the legendary map to El Dorado! Danger lurks around every corner as you outsmart clockwork soldiers, uncover hidden mysteries, and unleash powerful combos in this pirate turn-based tactics MMORPG.
Pirate101 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 415 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 341 positive reviews and 74 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 Pirate101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/31/2023 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 620620 |
5. Force of Warships: Battleship Games
Direct your battleship to glorious victory! Online battle under your leadership!
Force of Warships: Battleship Games has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 654 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 468 positive reviews and 186 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 Force of Warships: Battleship Games on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Hero Road Online
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Hero Road Online has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 159 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97 positive reviews and 62 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 Hero Road Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/14/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
7. 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony
"Navigation Domination" is an RPG game with the 15th century era of great voyage as the background. Based on the 14th to 19th centuries, especially the world after the great geographical discovery and the opening of new routes, maps, ports, cities and specialties for trade are constructed.
航海霸業 Maritime hegemony has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 130 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 39 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 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/28/2022 |
| Developer | Chongqing Aoxia Technology Co., Ltd. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2082540 |
8. King Of The Pirates
Can you rule this mighty sea?
King Of The Pirates has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 54 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40 positive reviews and 14 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.
| Release Date | 8/30/2024 |
| Developer | Dark Shine Game Studio |
| Publisher | Dark Shine Game Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3136420 |
9. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel.
Blackwake has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,032 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,010 positive reviews and 5,022 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 Blackwake on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Developer | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Publisher | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 420290 |
10. Atlas Online
Welcome to Atlas Online, the 2D MMORPG pirate game! In this exciting pirate adventure, fight for your own glory, conquer islands with your alliance, embark on new adventures, and rule the seas!
Atlas Online has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26 positive reviews and 8 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 Atlas Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/26/2024 |
| Developer | Noble Legacyent Ertainment |
| Publisher | Noble Legacyent Ertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2916620 |
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| 65,550 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,666 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,530 | 10/21/2025 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40 | 8/9/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 10/14/2021 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 9/28/2022 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 8/30/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 6/26/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 8/24/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 7/7/2022 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/27/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/29/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 11/24/2023 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 4/30/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 10/13/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/5/2015 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/10/2022 | 41 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/22/2018 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 17). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). World of Sea Battle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Pirate101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 26). Force of Warships: Battleship Games on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). Hero Road Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 3). 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). King Of The Pirates on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Blackwake on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Atlas Online on Steam. Steam Store.