Free PvE Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,782 PvE 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 PvE game rankings were last updated on 7/7/2025.
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1. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe holds the #1 spot for "best free PvE game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 623,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 545,466 positive reviews and 78,427 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 627,630 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 498,635 positive reviews and 128,995 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.
3. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67,758 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,216 positive reviews and 10,542 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
4. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,222 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,225 positive reviews and 22,997 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 | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
5. 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 25, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 347,139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,188 positive reviews and 262,951 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 |
6. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,271 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,463 positive reviews and 808 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 | 7/4/2025 |
| Developer | NEXON Games |
| Publisher | NEXON Korea |
| Steam App Id | 3557620 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,578 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,513 positive reviews and 5,065 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 |
8. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create your own heroes who keep playing after you close the game! When you return, spend their loot on upgrades and powerful synergies — each BOSS you defeat unlocks new content, so you won't reach endgame without a fight!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,628 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,055 positive reviews and 4,573 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 IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/2/2021 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
9. 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 76, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 147,320 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113,353 positive reviews and 33,967 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 | World of Warships Franchise |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
10. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,654 positive reviews and 19,866 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free PvE games available on Steam.
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| 35,488 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,420 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,952 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,924 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,739 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,437 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,505 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,955 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,210 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,981 | 12/9/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,542 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,470 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,616 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,800 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,589 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,549 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,401 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,144 | 4/29/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,675 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,630 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 6). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.