Free RPG Games on Steam

Steam currently has 38,058 RPG 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 RPG game rankings were last updated on 7/11/2025.

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1. 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.

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Dota 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,517,748 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,050,877 positive reviews and 466,871 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).

Release Date 7/9/2013
Franchise Dota
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 570

2. Path of Exile

You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.

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Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 238,460 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 211,690 positive reviews and 26,770 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 Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/23/2013
Developer Grinding Gear Games
Publisher Grinding Gear Games
Steam App Id 238960

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 RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 623,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 545,466 positive reviews and 78,427 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. tModLoader

Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!

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tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 319,621 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 310,381 positive reviews and 9,240 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/16/2020
Developer TML Team
Publishers
Steam App Id 1281930

5. Once Human

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.

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Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137,418 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,802 positive reviews and 34,616 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 7/9/2024
Developer Starry Studio
Publisher Starry Studio
Steam App Id 2139460

6. 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 #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 347,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,156 positive reviews and 262,918 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

7. 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 #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,654 positive reviews and 19,866 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

8. Albion Online

Albion Online is a fantasy sandbox MMORPG featuring a player-driven economy, classless combat system, and intense PvP battles. Explore a vast open world full of danger and opportunity. Grow your wealth, forge alliances, and leave your mark on the world of Albion.

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Albion Online has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,052 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,292 positive reviews and 17,760 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Albion Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/16/2018
Developer Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Publisher Sandbox Interactive GmbH
Steam App Id 761890

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.

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Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 34, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,733 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,133 positive reviews and 10,600 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,578 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,513 positive reviews and 5,065 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

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7/9/2013
81
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10/23/2013
88
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Warframe steam charts
48,733
3/25/2013
87
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27,696
5/16/2020
96
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24,909
7/9/2024
74
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24,741
8/10/2023
25
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STALCRAFT: X steam charts
14,902
12/9/2022
74
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Albion Online steam charts
12,928
5/16/2018
78
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Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond steam charts
12,801
6/15/2025
34
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MIR4 steam charts
12,498
8/25/2021
64
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12,434
6/26/2025
50
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12,157
4/2/2021
78
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11,006
2/26/2023
83
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10,645
3/25/2024
84
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Russian Fishing 4 steam charts
8,934
11/10/2021
54
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7,460
4/28/2025
88
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Summoners War steam charts
7,455
1/8/2024
70
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Blue Archive steam charts
7,372
7/4/2025
90
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The First Descendant steam charts
6,675
6/30/2024
56
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STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ steam charts
5,787
7/21/2020
88
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 11). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 7). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). Albion Online on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 14). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.

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