Free PvE Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,808 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 3/19/2025.
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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 612,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 535,664 positive reviews and 76,573 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 621,264 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 495,147 positive reviews and 126,117 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. 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 24, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 334,419 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76,866 positive reviews and 257,553 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 |
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 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53,253 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,420 positive reviews and 7,833 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,464 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,432 positive reviews and 5,032 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,018 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,729 positive reviews and 21,289 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 |
7. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,985 positive reviews and 4,164 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 |
8. 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 57, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 99,669 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,061 positive reviews and 42,608 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,076 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,050 positive reviews and 17,026 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 |
10. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Dark and Darker has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,579 positive reviews and 19,358 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 Dark and Darker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| 73,889 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,309 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,339 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,729 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,854 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,823 | 1/19/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,562 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,474 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,234 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,620 | 6/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,746 | 1/8/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,704 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,248 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,744 | 4/28/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,998 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,739 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,589 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,909 | 10/14/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,628 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,466 | 3/17/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.