Free PvP Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,958 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 5/1/2026.
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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 9,573,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,248,996 positive reviews and 1,324,707 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 2,703,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,186,595 positive reviews and 517,252 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 60, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,705,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,631,292 positive reviews and 1,074,680 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. 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 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 384,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 294,941 positive reviews and 89,596 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 |
5. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege
Rainbow Six® Siege 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 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,508,170 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,243,832 positive reviews and 264,338 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 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
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 1,044,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 706,435 positive reviews and 338,351 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. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 396,675 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117,867 positive reviews and 278,808 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® 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 |
8. 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 58, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180,956 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 105,469 positive reviews and 75,487 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 |
9. Where Winds Meet
Step into an open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China. Uncover the secrets of your own identity as you rise from a humble village wanderer to the sword master of the imperial capital. Learn martial arts and build your reputation as a hero or a bringer of chaos in this free wuxia world.
Where Winds Meet has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 107,667 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93,554 positive reviews and 14,113 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 Where Winds Meet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/14/2025 |
| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3564740 |
10. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 1 billion downloads! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 108,764 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,802 positive reviews and 53,962 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
More Free PvP Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free PvP games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 817,009 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 382,068 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 124,816 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 90,388 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 81,631 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 75,127 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 58,319 | 8/10/2023 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50,401 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,153 | 11/14/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,322 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,064 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,206 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,432 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,275 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,915 | 7/9/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,894 | 7/17/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,863 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,772 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,898 | 6/24/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,800 | 1/19/2022 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.