Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 34,572 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 1/17/2025.
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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 2,415,058 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,970,613 positive reviews and 444,445 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 605,799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 529,610 positive reviews and 76,189 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,417 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,199 positive reviews and 31,218 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 |
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 292,630 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 284,211 positive reviews and 8,419 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 23, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 325,138 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,667 positive reviews and 253,471 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,393 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,386 positive reviews and 5,007 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 |
7. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X 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 69,063 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,967 positive reviews and 16,096 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).
8. 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 52, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,177 positive reviews and 33,588 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,169 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,554 positive reviews and 7,615 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 |
10. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 97,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,744 positive reviews and 41,830 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
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| 602,765 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 58,746 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,613 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,852 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,459 | 8/10/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,931 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,777 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,735 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,955 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,753 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13,608 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,037 | 1/7/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,428 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,762 | 8/14/2023 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,854 | 8/27/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,853 | 5/17/2023 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,595 | 5/10/2023 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,263 | 10/23/2013 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,631 | 4/10/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,855 | 1/19/2015 | 94 | $1.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 20). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 20). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 20). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 20). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.