Free Open World Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,603 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 3/2/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Open World game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 232,874 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 187,975 positive reviews and 44,899 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 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 |
2. 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 67, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,669 positive reviews and 28,292 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 |
| Developer | Team Jade |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
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 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,048 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,917 positive reviews and 15,131 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 234,856 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 177,380 positive reviews and 57,476 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 121,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89,224 positive reviews and 32,076 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 |
6. 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 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 620,200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 494,435 positive reviews and 125,765 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.
7. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,216 positive reviews and 33,686 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
8. 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 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,446 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,419 positive reviews and 5,027 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 |
9. 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 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 552,415 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 504,492 positive reviews and 47,923 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 |
10. Albion Online
Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.
Albion Online has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Open World games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,637 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,729 positive reviews and 16,908 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Albion Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/16/2018 |
| Developer | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Publisher | Sandbox Interactive GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 761890 |
More Free Open World Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Open World games available on Steam.
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| 118,715 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 94,942 | 12/4/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 65,826 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,586 | 2/1/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,821 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,997 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,632 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,880 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,828 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,814 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,147 | 5/18/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,235 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,399 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,535 | 8/27/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,481 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,361 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,780 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,950 | 11/27/2019 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,773 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,722 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 3). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 3). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 1). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 3). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 2). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 25). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 26). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 28). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 26). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.