Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 37,880 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 7/1/2025.
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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 2,512,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,047,284 positive reviews and 465,609 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. 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.
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 237,938 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 211,206 positive reviews and 26,732 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
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 622,902 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 544,565 positive reviews and 78,337 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. Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Meet virtual cuties, care for them, and get to know their stories!
Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193 positive reviews and 97 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/3/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 3188910 |
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 25, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 345,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,474 positive reviews and 262,354 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. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 23.5 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,094 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,907 positive reviews and 1,187 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 317,181 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 308,015 positive reviews and 9,166 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).
8. 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 83, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 66,081 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,637 positive reviews and 10,444 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 |
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.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 32, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,414 positive reviews and 9,886 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. 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 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 132,869 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98,502 positive reviews and 34,367 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 |
More Free RPG Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free RPG games available on Steam.
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| 357,442 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 65,075 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,862 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,474 | 12/3/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,666 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,191 | 6/26/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,649 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,432 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,625 | 6/15/2025 | 32 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,497 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,803 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,638 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,423 | 12/9/2022 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,702 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,589 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,406 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,492 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,082 | 11/10/2021 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,144 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,936 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 2). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Clicker Cuties - Anime Idler on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 2). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 30). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 2). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 1). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.