Free PvE Games on Steam

Steam currently has 9,151 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 8/28/2025.

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1. 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.

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Delta Force holds the #1 spot for "best free PvE game on Steam" with a Player Score of 61. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135,419 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,692 positive reviews and 52,727 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
Developers
Publisher TiMi Studio Group
Steam App Id 2507950

2. 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.

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Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,280 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,498 positive reviews and 10,782 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

3. Warframe

Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game

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Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 628,923 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 550,176 positive reviews and 78,747 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

4. 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.

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Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 25, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 351,530 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,707 positive reviews and 264,823 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

5. 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!

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World of Warships has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 148,259 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113,970 positive reviews and 34,289 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

6. 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.

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MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,626 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,547 positive reviews and 5,079 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

7. Destiny 2

Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.

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Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 632,572 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 499,896 positive reviews and 132,676 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.

Release Date 10/1/2019
Franchise Destiny
Developer Bungie
Publisher Bungie
Steam App Id 1085660

8. 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!

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvE games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,504 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,940 positive reviews and 23,564 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 1/18/2022
Franchise Yu-Gi-Oh!
Developers
Publishers
Steam App Id 1449850

9. 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!

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IdleOn - The Idle RPG 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 23,045 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,370 positive reviews and 4,675 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

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.

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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 80,882 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,200 positive reviews and 20,682 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).

Release Date 12/9/2022
Developer EXBO
Publisher EXBO
Steam App Id 1818450

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Blue Archive steam charts
3,047
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Conqueror's Blade steam charts
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 26). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.

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