Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 40,896 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 11/19/2025.
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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 2,596,201 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,109,115 positive reviews and 487,086 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. 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 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,533 positive reviews and 5,113 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 242,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 215,329 positive reviews and 26,763 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 638,385 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 558,164 positive reviews and 80,221 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 |
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 26, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 360,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92,533 positive reviews and 268,127 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. Warhammer: Vermintide 2
The critically acclaimed Vermintide 2 is a visually stunning and groundbreaking melee action game pushing the boundaries of the first person co-op genre. Join the fight now!
Warhammer: Vermintide 2 has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137,022 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 116,267 positive reviews and 20,755 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 Warhammer: Vermintide 2 on the Steam Deck.
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 335,971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 326,208 positive reviews and 9,763 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. 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 #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,676 positive reviews and 4,825 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 |
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 85, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 84,389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,475 positive reviews and 11,914 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 157,077 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 120,600 positive reviews and 36,477 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 |
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| 523,993 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 177,167 | 11/14/2025 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,742 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47,061 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,509 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,178 | 3/8/2018 | 84 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 23,656 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,182 | 11/6/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,211 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,407 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,147 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,802 | 4/28/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,990 | 3/25/2024 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,622 | 10/9/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,679 | 5/16/2018 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,268 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,855 | 1/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,514 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,427 | 8/27/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,735 | 11/11/2021 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 19). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 22). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 14). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Warhammer: Vermintide 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). IdleOn on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 21). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.