Free Naval Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 353 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 12/13/2024.
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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 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 572,995 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 419,799 positive reviews and 153,196 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 |
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| 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 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,615 positive reviews and 32,601 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 | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
3. Naval Action
Naval Action is a hardcore, realistic, and beautifully detailed naval combat sandbox immersing players into the experience of the most beautiful period of naval history - when sailing ships ruled the seas.
Naval Action has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,598 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,180 positive reviews and 5,418 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 Naval Action on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/13/2019 |
| Franchise | Game Labs, Inc |
| Developer | Game-Labs |
| Publisher | Game-Labs |
| Steam App Id | 311310 |
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 345 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 283 positive reviews and 62 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 620620 |
5. 英雄道國際服
英雄道國際服於2003年研發，提供港澳台地區華人玩家懷舊體驗，非喜誤入。
英雄道國際服 has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 141 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 50 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 10/14/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 346 positive reviews and 136 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
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 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 33 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. |
| Publisher | FM 024 |
| 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 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25 positive reviews and 10 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. The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!
The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,356 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,582 positive reviews and 774 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 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/24/2016 |
| Developer | Home Net Games |
| Publisher | Home Net Games |
| Steam App Id | 512470 |
10. Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea
It is a free-to-play shooting game.You may choose 6 types of warships used in the WWII to play PvP and PvE naval battle. Start the voyage with your warships and fight for the honor of your fleet!
Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 307 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 173 positive reviews and 134 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/20/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 1949220 |
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| 47,954 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,745 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 156 | 6/13/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 10/14/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 8/9/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28 | 9/28/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23 | 8/30/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 8/24/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 4/20/2022 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 7/7/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 9/20/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 8/27/2024 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/29/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 10/13/2017 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 2/13/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/28/2023 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 6/26/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Naval Action on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Pirate101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). 英雄道國際服 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Force of Warships: Battleship Games on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). 航海霸業 Maritime hegemony on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 9). King Of The Pirates on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 24). The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 5). Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea on Steam. Steam Store.