Free Open World Games on Steam
Steam currently has 10,204 Open World 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 Open World game rankings were last updated on 11/19/2025.
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1. Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is an epic Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China at the tenth century. Players will assume the role of a young sword master as they embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of their own identity. Let the wind carry your legend on an epic journey to the East!
Where Winds Meet holds the #1 spot for "best free Open World game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,078 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,194 positive reviews and 3,884 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 11/14/2025 |
| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3564740 |
2. 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 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 330,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 253,456 positive reviews and 76,659 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 |
3. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 92,214 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,559 positive reviews and 16,655 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
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 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 156,290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,139 positive reviews and 65,151 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 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
5. Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,314 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 862 positive reviews and 452 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2024 |
| Developer | Multicast |
| Publisher | MulticastGames |
| Steam App Id | 3037410 |
6. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188,319 positive reviews and 61,620 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 2/1/2017 |
| Developer | VRChat Inc. |
| Publisher | VRChat Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 438100 |
7. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 639,652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 498,013 positive reviews and 141,639 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
8. 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 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 156,891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,433 positive reviews and 36,458 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 |
9. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,619 positive reviews and 5,098 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | Wemade Next |
| Publisher | Wemade |
| Steam App Id | 1623660 |
10. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 558,386 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 508,621 positive reviews and 49,765 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
More Free Open World Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Open World games available on Steam.
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| 170,534 | 11/14/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 78,608 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 74,893 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,820 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,646 | 11/15/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,783 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,797 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,851 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,675 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,832 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,339 | 10/9/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,663 | 11/11/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,521 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,401 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,094 | 12/16/2010 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,424 | 8/27/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,252 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,571 | 10/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,921 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,761 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 17). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 11). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.