Free Real Time Tactics Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,127 Real Time Tactics 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 Real Time Tactics game rankings were last updated on 7/18/2024.
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1. Eternal Return
Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.
Eternal Return holds the #1 spot for "best free Real Time Tactics game on Steam" with a Player Score of 78. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 57,691 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,563 positive reviews and 12,128 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 Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/19/2023 |
| Developer | Nimble Neuron |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1049590 |
2. Tapple - Idle Clicker
Welcome to Tapple, the addictive clicker game where your tapping skills can lead you to an unimaginable amount of Tapples! Upgrade your clicking power, automate your income, and unlock exciting new levels. Start your journey with a single click and watch your Tapple Empire grow.
Tapple - Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 317 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 225 positive reviews and 92 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 6/29/2024 |
| Developer | Zeeno |
| Publisher | L7 Software |
| Steam App Id | 3047030 |
3. World of Tanks Blitz
Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC
World of Tanks Blitz has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 141,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112,311 positive reviews and 28,892 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 World of Tanks Blitz on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/9/2016 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 444200 |
4. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using over 1,500 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,868 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,219 positive reviews and 1,649 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.
5. One-armed robber
One-armed robber is a chaotic first-person heist game that centers around a uniquely challenging premise. Players take the role of a determined robber equipped with only one arm, tasked with pulling off daring heists on banks, shops, and various establishments.
One-armed robber has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,772 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,715 positive reviews and 2,057 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 One-armed robber on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination!
March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,532 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,002 positive reviews and 530 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 March of Empires on the Steam Deck.
7. CounterSide
Everything has another side Urban Graphic Novel RPG "CounterSide" A world where conflict never ends between Counters and Corrupted Objects after the Administration Failure We invite you to a journey to save the Reality.
CounterSide has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,453 positive reviews and 841 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 CounterSide on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Publisher | Studiobside Co.,Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 1976440 |
8. Game of Thrones Winter is Coming
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming is a PC strategy game based on the HBO drama television series, officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment under HBO, and developed and published by YOOZOO Games. Interactive Entertainment and HBO.
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,425 positive reviews and 939 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/14/2019 |
| Developer | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1105420 |
9. Minion Masters
An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!
Minion Masters has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,926 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,342 positive reviews and 6,584 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Minion Masters on the Steam Deck.
10. Bloons TD Battles 2
From the creators of Bloons TD6... Bloons TD Battles 2 is a brand new installment of the top-rated head-to-head tower defense game. Gather your Hero, choose your team of powerful Monkey Towers, and prepare to battle one on one against other players and relentless waves of Bloons!
Bloons TD Battles 2 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Real Time Tactics games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,039 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,108 positive reviews and 4,931 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bloons TD Battles 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/30/2021 |
| Franchise | Ninja Kiwi Games |
| Developer | Ninja Kiwi |
| Publisher | Ninja Kiwi |
| Steam App Id | 1276390 |
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 | 18,101 | 7/19/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,950 | 6/29/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,714 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,212 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,389 | 12/15/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,163 | 12/11/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 830 | 9/1/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 742 | 11/14/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 721 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 709 | 11/30/2021 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 686 | 9/8/2022 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 662 | 7/24/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 559 | 8/15/2023 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 542 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 365 | 2/27/2012 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 244 | 12/19/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 229 | 8/2/2023 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 223 | 5/22/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 188 | 11/26/2021 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 170 | 5/23/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 18). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Tapple - Idle Clicker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 25). World of Tanks Blitz on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 27). One-armed robber on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 24). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 19). CounterSide on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 19). Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 26). Minion Masters on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 27). Bloons TD Battles 2 on Steam. Steam Store.