Free Naval Combat Games on Steam
Steam currently has 296 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 5/18/2024.
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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 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 488,897 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 367,166 positive reviews and 121,731 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 |
| 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 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 138,851 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 107,544 positive reviews and 31,307 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 12,205 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,986 positive reviews and 5,219 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. 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,558 positive reviews and 4,784 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 |
5. IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition
This is the Free Non-VR version of IronWolf VR. A co-op submarine game with a light touch on realism, making the submarine sim genre accessible to a wider audience.
IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 286 positive reviews and 8 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 IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/14/2023 |
| Developer | Ionized Studios |
| Publisher | Ionized Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2530670 |
6. 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 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,264 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,500 positive reviews and 764 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 |
7. 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 54, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 283 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 157 positive reviews and 126 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 376 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 272 positive reviews and 104 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.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238 positive reviews and 50 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Naval Combat games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 88 positive reviews and 49 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 |
| Developer | Lucky Cat Studio |
| Publisher | Lucky Cat Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1730910 |
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 | 75,131 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,325 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 370 | 6/13/2019 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 90 | 2/19/2020 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 64 | 9/14/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 8/24/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 4/20/2022 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42 | 8/9/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 5/31/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 10/14/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 7/7/2022 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16 | 9/28/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 2/13/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 11/17/2022 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 11/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 9/20/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 1/11/2022 | 39 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 10/13/2017 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/11/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/6/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Naval Action on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, February 28). Blackwake on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). IronWolf: Free Non-VR Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 1). The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 30). Steel Ocean: Wolves of Deep Sea on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Force of Warships: Battleship Games on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Pirate101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 11). 英雄道國際服 on Steam. Steam Store.