Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 33,990 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 12/12/2024.
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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 2,395,553 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,955,962 positive reviews and 439,591 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 600,380 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 524,557 positive reviews and 75,823 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 113,028 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,887 positive reviews and 30,141 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. 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 22, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 319,576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,738 positive reviews and 249,838 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 286,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278,430 positive reviews and 8,273 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).
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 14,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,351 positive reviews and 5,000 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,873 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,382 positive reviews and 41,491 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,337 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,188 positive reviews and 15,149 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. 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 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 230,036 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 205,976 positive reviews and 24,060 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 |
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 82, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 45,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,969 positive reviews and 7,398 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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| 520,405 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 35,972 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,986 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,901 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,128 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,469 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,088 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,596 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,957 | 10/23/2013 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,298 | 2/26/2023 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,941 | 4/2/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,079 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,728 | 11/11/2021 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,978 | 1/8/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,408 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,311 | 6/7/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,953 | 3/25/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,557 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,099 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,784 | 2/21/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.