Free Post-apocalyptic Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,634 Post-apocalyptic 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 Post-apocalyptic game rankings were last updated on 5/8/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Post-apocalyptic game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 127,971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,737 positive reviews and 33,234 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 554,616 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 505,904 positive reviews and 48,712 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 |
3. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,361 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,497 positive reviews and 864 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
4. Infinity Nikki
Embark on a cozy open-world adventure filled with vast landscape, mystical puzzles and unexpected platforming challenges. Dress up not just for style, but to unravel hidden mysteries, interact with a vibrant environment, and experience the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Infinity Nikki has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,408 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,926 positive reviews and 2,482 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 | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | Infold Games |
| Publisher | Infold Games |
| Steam App Id | 3164330 |
5. Crossout
Crossout - the postapocalyptic MMO action game where you can create a unique design for an armoured vehicle from dozens of parts and then drive it into multiplayer battles raging on land and in the skies alike.
Crossout has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,815 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,996 positive reviews and 15,819 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 Crossout on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/27/2017 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Targem Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 386180 |
6. DARKEST DAYS
DARKEST DAYS is a zombie shooting RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world devastated by a sudden zombie outbreak. Explore a dark yet captivating open world, build a sanctuary with fellow survivors, grow stronger, and fight for survival.
DARKEST DAYS has achieved a Player Score of 43, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,008 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 857 positive reviews and 1,151 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.
7. Stay Out
Stay Out - is a MMORPG with shooter elements, based on spirit of “stalking” - an urban exploration, searching and exploring mysterious, abandoned and forgotten by humanity pieces of our planet.
Stay Out has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,533 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,653 positive reviews and 8,880 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 Stay Out on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/27/2019 |
| Developer | MOBITECH LLC |
| Publisher | MOBITECH LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1180380 |
8. Dead Frontier 2
Survival horror MMO. As one of the few survivors of the outbreak, you must scratch a living out of the decaying ruins of society. Scavenge for supplies, improve your skills, and trade with other players. All the while, keeping your eyes peeled for the infected lurking around every corner.
Dead Frontier 2 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,653 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,757 positive reviews and 7,896 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 Dead Frontier 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/15/2019 |
| Developer | Creaky Corpse Ltd |
| Publisher | Creaky Corpse Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 744900 |
9. Fallout Shelter
Fallout Shelter puts you in control of a state-of-the-art underground Vault from Vault-Tec. Build the perfect Vault, keep your Dwellers happy, and protect them from the dangers of the Wasteland.
Fallout Shelter has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,900 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,430 positive reviews and 8,470 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 | 3/29/2017 |
| Developer | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 588430 |
10. Farlight 84
1st Pet Capture Battle Royale!
Farlight 84 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Post-apocalyptic games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50,372 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,236 positive reviews and 11,136 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 | 9/21/2023 |
| Developer | Farlight Games |
| Publisher | Farlight Games |
| Steam App Id | 1928420 |
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| 41,528 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,995 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,917 | 4/28/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,924 | 4/28/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,724 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,318 | 4/24/2025 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,271 | 11/27/2019 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,171 | 7/15/2019 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 975 | 3/29/2017 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 899 | 9/21/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 870 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 647 | 10/31/2013 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 569 | 5/2/2025 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 482 | 9/1/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 348 | 10/19/2022 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 336 | 4/5/2018 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 272 | 6/14/2023 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 193 | 5/16/2022 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 187 | 5/12/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 179 | 2/2/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 7). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 11). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). Infinity Nikki on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 1). Crossout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). DARKEST DAYS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 8). Stay Out on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 26). Dead Frontier 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 1). Fallout Shelter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). Farlight 84 on Steam. Steam Store.