Free RTS Games on Steam

Steam currently has 3,056 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 7/21/2025.

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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.

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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 2,523,322 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,055,178 positive reviews and 468,144 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).

Release Date 7/9/2013
Franchise Dota
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 570

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!

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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 8,877 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,300 positive reviews and 2,577 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.

Release Date 1/8/2024
Developer Com2uS
Publisher Com2uS
Steam App Id 2426960

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.

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Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 49,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,605 positive reviews and 7,462 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.

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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 34,951 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,864 positive reviews and 11,087 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.

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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 72,608 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,762 positive reviews and 6,846 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: Pacific Rim War

Clash with global players in this epic real-time strategy game!

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Lords Mobile: Pacific Rim War 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 5,622 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,764 positive reviews and 1,858 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: Pacific Rim War 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. Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong

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!

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Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,762 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,902 positive reviews and 1,860 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 - Japanese Mahjong 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

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!

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March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,695 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,091 positive reviews and 604 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).

Release Date 12/11/2017
Franchise Gameloft
Developer Gameloft
Publisher Gameloft
Steam App Id 702320

9. SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3

This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.

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SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3 has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,115 positive reviews and 1,286 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3 on the Steam Deck.

Release Date 3/15/2018
Developer Dorado Games
Publisher Dorado Games
Steam App Id 784950

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.

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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 2,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,591 positive reviews and 1,028 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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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 23). Lords Mobile: Pacific Rim War on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 20). Riichi City - Japanese Mahjong on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 24). Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on Steam. Steam Store.

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