Free Naval Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 362 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 1/19/2025.
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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 Naval Combat game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 584,093 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 427,932 positive reviews and 156,161 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 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 143,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,074 positive reviews and 32,778 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
Or were you deaf or were you blind when you left your two fine legs behind, Or was it sailing on the sea when you got the cannonball to your knee, I too was young and I was slim and I had a leg for every limb, But now I’ve got no legs at all, they were both shot away by a cannonball.
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 12,674 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,212 positive reviews and 5,462 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 Naval Action on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/13/2019 |
| Franchise | Game Labs, Inc |
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| Steam App Id | 311310 |
4. 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 69, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 356 positive reviews and 138 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.
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 175 positive reviews and 137 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27 positive reviews and 11 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,841 positive reviews and 4,950 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,368 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,593 positive reviews and 775 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 142 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92 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 |
10. Navy War: Battleship Games
Ready for the naval battle? Online ships are waiting for you!
Navy War: Battleship Games has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 190 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 121 positive reviews and 69 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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.
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| 91,992 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,141 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 410 | 6/13/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 8/9/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48 | 4/20/2022 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40 | 8/30/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33 | 8/24/2016 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31 | 10/14/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27 | 7/7/2022 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 9/27/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 2/13/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 6/26/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 10/13/2017 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 11/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 9/14/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 9/20/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/27/2024 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/17/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 19). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 18). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Naval Action on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 19). Force of Warships: Battleship Games on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). King Of The Pirates on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 1). Blackwake on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 29). The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 27). 英雄道國際服 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Navy War: Battleship Games on Steam. Steam Store.