Free Sci-fi Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,818 Sci-fi 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 Sci-fi game rankings were last updated on 4/12/2025.
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1. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals holds the #1 spot for "best free Sci-fi game on Steam" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 263,369 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 212,194 positive reviews and 51,175 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
2. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 987,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 663,083 positive reviews and 324,244 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/5/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 614,797 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 537,945 positive reviews and 76,852 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 |
4. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,529 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,676 positive reviews and 12,853 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is an action MMO with a single evolving world that you and your friends can join anytime, anywhere, absolutely free.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 622,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 496,114 positive reviews and 126,495 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
6. 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 24, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 336,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 78,143 positive reviews and 258,643 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 |
7. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,221 positive reviews and 1,644 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
8. 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 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55,236 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,319 positive reviews and 7,917 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 |
9. FragPunk
FragPunk is a thrilling 5v5 hero shooter where Shard Cards allow you to break the rules of combat and ensure that no two rounds are ever the same. Get ready to unleash your skills!
FragPunk has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,582 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,662 positive reviews and 8,920 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 FragPunk on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/6/2025 |
| Developer | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Publisher | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2943650 |
10. 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 56, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sci-fi games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 101,838 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,427 positive reviews and 44,411 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 |
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| 202,191 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 111,073 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 61,439 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,775 | 10/29/2021 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,679 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,140 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 17,219 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,360 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,194 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,938 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,081 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,641 | 7/27/2023 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,630 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,901 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,341 | 11/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,550 | 11/3/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,372 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,265 | 11/15/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,237 | 8/18/2020 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,770 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 13). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 10). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 11). FragPunk on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 7). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.