Free Online Co-Op Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,119 Online Co-Op 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 Online Co-Op game rankings were last updated on 5/25/2025.
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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 Online Co-Op game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,796,184 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,627,133 positive reviews and 1,169,051 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,552,715 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,516,897 positive reviews and 1,035,818 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. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,494,858 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,034,268 positive reviews and 460,590 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).
4. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 109,892 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,197 positive reviews and 39,695 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
5. 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 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 282,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 225,862 positive reviews and 56,658 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 |
6. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 618,585 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 541,349 positive reviews and 77,236 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
7. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129,568 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95,990 positive reviews and 33,578 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
8. 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 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,159,211 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,041,579 positive reviews and 117,632 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).
9. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 312,416 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 303,389 positive reviews and 9,027 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 24, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 342,080 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,311 positive reviews and 260,769 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
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| 1,532,637 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 682,523 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 616,487 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 135,564 | 12/4/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 79,036 | 12/6/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62,113 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 52,931 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 51,416 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45,643 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,334 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,119 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,872 | 9/30/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,301 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,644 | 6/7/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,115 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,835 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,704 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,417 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,260 | 8/9/2024 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,658 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 21). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 25). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 23). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 22). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 24). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 24). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 24). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.