Free PvE Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,104 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 12/6/2024.
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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 600,380 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 524,557 positive reviews and 75,823 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. 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 22, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 319,576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,738 positive reviews and 249,838 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 |
3. 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 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,780 positive reviews and 19,688 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,896 positive reviews and 7,280 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,015 positive reviews and 123,193 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
6. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,831 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,347 positive reviews and 41,484 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
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 14,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,351 positive reviews and 5,000 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. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,337 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,188 positive reviews and 15,149 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).
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 77, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,579 positive reviews and 32,597 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 | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
10. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
The RPG where your characters keep leveling up when you're gone! Create unique class combos, and spend loot on powerful upgrades, all while cooking, mining, fishing, breeding, farming, and slaying bosses!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,793 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,810 positive reviews and 3,983 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 |
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| 43,869 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,950 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27,062 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,197 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,174 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,793 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,464 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,062 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,106 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,564 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,347 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,076 | 6/7/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,460 | 1/8/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,121 | 4/29/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,024 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,778 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,701 | 12/7/2024 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,445 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,888 | 10/14/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,785 | 7/28/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.