Free RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,534 RTS 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 RTS game rankings were last updated on 5/2/2026.
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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 RTS game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,703,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,186,595 positive reviews and 517,252 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. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using 1,000 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,305 positive reviews and 2,919 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
3. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product.
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53,146 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,415 positive reviews and 7,731 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 Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Age of Empires Franchise |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Xbox Game Studios |
| Steam App Id | 933110 |
4. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,923 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,565 positive reviews and 12,358 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
5. Crusader Kings II
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Crusader Kings II has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,594 positive reviews and 6,945 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 Crusader Kings II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/14/2012 |
| Franchise | Crusader Kings Official |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 203770 |
6. Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars
Clash with global players in this epic real-time strategy game!
Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,815 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,886 positive reviews and 1,929 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/3/2019 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1041320 |
7. Warborne Above Ashes
Warborne is a top-down PvP loot-and-extract MMO. Every choice in the Abyss is a high-stakes gamble. Pick your gear wisely, employ cunning tactics, and plunder every treasure you can from a battlefield teeming with deception. And pray you make it out alive. Trade your spoils to grow your might.
Warborne Above Ashes has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,009 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,378 positive reviews and 1,631 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Warborne Above Ashes on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/18/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Qooland Games |
| Steam App Id | 3142050 |
8. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination!
March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,813 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,135 positive reviews and 678 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play March of Empires on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. War of Dots
Easy to learn, hard to master. A simple & free RTS game.
War of Dots has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,828 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,921 positive reviews and 907 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 War of Dots on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/16/2026 |
| Developer | TeaAndPython |
| Publisher | TeaAndPython |
| Steam App Id | 3902430 |
10. Game of Thrones Winter is Coming
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming is a PC strategy game based on the HBO drama television series, officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment under HBO, and developed and published by YOOZOO Games. Interactive Entertainment and HBO.
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,663 positive reviews and 1,058 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/14/2019 |
| Developer | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1105420 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 360,625 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,963 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,968 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,848 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,400 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,011 | 6/3/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 738 | 9/18/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 572 | 12/11/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 527 | 1/16/2026 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 523 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 492 | 3/15/2018 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 486 | 10/8/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 358 | 2/27/2012 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 328 | 12/26/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 324 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 308 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 273 | 9/18/2014 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 12/19/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 8/15/2023 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 227 | 9/8/2022 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 27). Crusader Kings II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 24). Warborne Above Ashes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). War of Dots on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on Steam. Steam Store.