Free PvP Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,496 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 5/9/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,054,154 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,024,255 positive reviews and 1,029,899 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).
| Release Date | 8/21/2012 |
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| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 730 |
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 2,238,249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,832,298 positive reviews and 405,951 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. 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 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 826,204 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 643,720 positive reviews and 182,484 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 | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
4. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,360,460 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,378,901 positive reviews and 981,559 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 |
| Developer | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
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 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 593,841 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 477,262 positive reviews and 116,579 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. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,458 positive reviews and 12,192 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,803 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,391 positive reviews and 4,412 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
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 19, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 265,821 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,838 positive reviews and 216,983 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,056 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,153 positive reviews and 4,903 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 |
10. 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 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,068 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,302 positive reviews and 17,766 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 |
More Free PvP Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free PvP games available on Steam.
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 | 649,783 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 322,300 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 87,390 | 11/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 85,240 | 12/21/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 83,611 | 10/1/2019 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 59,871 | 10/29/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 42,838 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26,409 | 8/10/2023 | 19 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,654 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,182 | 1/19/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,150 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,763 | 12/8/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,672 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,684 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,807 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,646 | 5/18/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,586 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,478 | 9/30/2021 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,045 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,027 | 5/23/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.