Free RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,323 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 12/29/2025.
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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 RTS game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,645,314 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,149,896 positive reviews and 495,418 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 9,602 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,890 positive reviews and 2,712 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 51,500 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43,842 positive reviews and 7,658 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 36,912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,952 positive reviews and 11,960 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,734 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,838 positive reviews and 1,896 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 73,113 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,216 positive reviews and 6,897 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 |
7. 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 62, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,120 positive reviews and 645 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).
8. Warborne Above Ashes
Warborne is a F2P Sci-Fi Sandbox MMO. Join a two-faction war for territory, crushing rivals in thrilling MOBA combat. Freely build your gear, hunt for loot, ambush squads, or rally legions for massive sieges in a ruthless open world. No quests, no story—just 24/7 rule-free PVP.
Warborne Above Ashes has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,835 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,361 positive reviews and 1,474 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 9/19/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Qooland Games |
| Steam App Id | 3142050 |
9. Riichi City × The Quintessential Quintuplets Specials 2
Riichi City is a competitive urban-style Anime mahjong game, featuring beginner-friendly mahjong tutorials, Ranked Matches and tournaments crowded with masters! Spice up the experience with our ACG characters voiced by famous CVs, and attractive items and decorations! Set off for Riichi City now!
Riichi City × The Quintessential Quintuplets Specials 2 has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,145 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,049 positive reviews and 2,096 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Riichi City × The Quintessential Quintuplets Specials 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/8/2022 |
| Developer | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | Formirai Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 1954420 |
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 2,680 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,640 positive reviews and 1,040 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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| 496,135 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,157 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,201 | 10/15/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,107 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 912 | 6/3/2019 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 891 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 647 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 490 | 9/19/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 472 | 9/8/2022 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 395 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 372 | 10/8/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 340 | 7/16/2019 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 303 | 3/15/2018 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 292 | 9/18/2014 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 256 | 12/26/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 245 | 2/27/2012 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 244 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 227 | 8/15/2023 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 218 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 12/14/2015 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 31). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 29). Lords Mobile: Kingdom Wars on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Crusader Kings II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 19). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 31). Warborne Above Ashes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 8). Riichi City × The Quintessential Quintuplets Specials 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 1). Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on Steam. Steam Store.