Free PvP Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,950 PvP 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 PvP game rankings were last updated on 8/28/2025.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free PvP game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,985,697 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,769,538 positive reviews and 1,216,159 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,542,539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,069,419 positive reviews and 473,120 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 Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,597,288 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,547,917 positive reviews and 1,049,371 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. 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.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135,867 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,941 positive reviews and 52,926 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 |
5. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 313,664 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 243,324 positive reviews and 70,340 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
6. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,006,953 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 676,715 positive reviews and 330,238 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
7. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,438,891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,195,947 positive reviews and 242,944 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 351,731 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,828 positive reviews and 264,903 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 |
9. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 29, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,957 positive reviews and 15,206 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
10. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!
Umamusume: Pretty Derby has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,917 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,194 positive reviews and 1,723 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 Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 3224770 |
More Free PvP Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free PvP games available on Steam.
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| 632,939 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 420,118 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 186,151 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 93,800 | 12/4/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 71,603 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 66,248 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 44,919 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,628 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,857 | 6/15/2025 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,453 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,872 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,084 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,094 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,028 | 7/9/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,775 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,296 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,693 | 9/30/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,204 | 5/23/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,843 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,584 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 14). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.