Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 41,615 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 12/27/2025.
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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.
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 2,643,830 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,148,833 positive reviews and 494,997 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).
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 644,269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 563,876 positive reviews and 80,393 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 |
3. Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is an epic Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China at the tenth century. Players will assume the role of a young sword master as they embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of their own identity. Let the wind carry your legend on an epic journey to the East!
Where Winds Meet 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 91,470 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,003 positive reviews and 10,467 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 Where Winds Meet on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/14/2025 |
| Developer | Everstone Studio |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3564740 |
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!
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 345,924 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 335,998 positive reviews and 9,926 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).
5. 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 27, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 365,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 95,263 positive reviews and 269,801 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 |
6. 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 30, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,076 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,643 positive reviews and 16,433 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 |
7. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 36,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,219 positive reviews and 3,413 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
8. 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.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,176 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,824 positive reviews and 23,352 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).
9. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,074 positive reviews and 34,653 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 766570 |
10. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,997 positive reviews and 11,975 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
More Free RPG Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free RPG games available on Steam.
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| 734,808 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 99,550 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 90,527 | 11/14/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,600 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,515 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,426 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,702 | 4/28/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,847 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,681 | 11/11/2021 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,962 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,424 | 11/6/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,988 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,624 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,464 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,976 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,128 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,747 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,390 | 3/25/2024 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,873 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,704 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 27). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 28). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 28). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 25). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 27). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 26). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.