Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 40,467 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 10/30/2025.
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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 2,583,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,100,328 positive reviews and 483,318 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 240,867 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 214,249 positive reviews and 26,618 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 635,090 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 554,971 positive reviews and 80,119 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. 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 26, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 358,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,321 positive reviews and 267,396 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 |
5. Blue Protocol: Star Resonance
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance expands the Blue Protocol universe with a vibrant MMORPG experience. Create your own hero, team up for strategic raids, or simply relax and have fun with friends fishing, crafting, and endless exploration. Adventure awaits!
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,463 positive reviews and 7,942 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 Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2025 |
| Developer | Shanghai Bokura Network Technology Co.Ltd |
| Publisher | A Plus |
| Steam App Id | 3681810 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 333,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 323,374 positive reviews and 9,681 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).
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 154,550 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,291 positive reviews and 36,259 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 |
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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,964 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,185 positive reviews and 11,779 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. 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.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,599 positive reviews and 5,099 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 |
10. 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 29, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,392 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,252 positive reviews and 16,140 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 |
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| 499,797 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 131,176 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 53,696 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,093 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,868 | 10/9/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,102 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,935 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,755 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,430 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,185 | 6/15/2025 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,907 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,616 | 4/28/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,436 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,128 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,721 | 4/2/2021 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,483 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,386 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,303 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,495 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,141 | 11/11/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 31). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 1). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.