Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 42,606 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 2/21/2026.
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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 2,667,937 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,165,238 positive reviews and 502,699 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. 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 28, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 379,488 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 105,675 positive reviews and 273,813 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 651,755 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 570,996 positive reviews and 80,759 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!
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 356,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 346,151 positive reviews and 10,213 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. 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 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 101,273 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 88,664 positive reviews and 12,609 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 |
6. 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 86, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,662 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,471 positive reviews and 12,191 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 |
7. 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 58, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,773 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,946 positive reviews and 34,827 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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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
8. 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.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 165,166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 127,538 positive reviews and 37,628 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,348 positive reviews and 24,676 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).
10. IdleOn
The management RPG where your heroes keep fighting even when you're gone! Spend their loot on upgrades, unlock classes from Elemental Wizard to Cannon Pirate, and level up 19 unique skills like Farming, Sailing, and even Construction!
IdleOn has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,453 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,971 positive reviews and 5,482 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 IdleOn on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/6/2025 |
| Developer | Lavaflame2 |
| Publisher | Lavaflame2 |
| Steam App Id | 1476970 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free RPG games available on Steam.
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| 762,624 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 90,679 | 8/10/2023 | 28 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 68,991 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 67,669 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,625 | 11/14/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 41,165 | 2/26/2023 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,851 | 11/11/2021 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,497 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,068 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,240 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,959 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,021 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,537 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,441 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,308 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,494 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,091 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,537 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,455 | 2/29/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,152 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 12). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 12). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.