Free Shoot 'Em Up Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,494 Shoot 'Em Up 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 Shoot 'Em Up game rankings were last updated on 4/4/2024.
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1. Sven Co-op
Sven Co-op is a co-operative game originally based around Valve Software's Half-Life. In this game players must work together against computer controlled enemies and solve puzzles as a team.
Sven Co-op holds the #1 spot for "best free Shoot 'Em Up game on Steam" with a Player Score of 92. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,807 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,935 positive reviews and 1,872 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sven Co-op on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/22/2016 |
| Developer | Sven Co-op team |
| Publisher | Sven Co-op team |
| Steam App Id | 225840 |
2. The Braves
Demolish hordes of enemies and survive against all odds! Unlock different characters, find powerful skill combinations and embark on an exciting journey through the variety of very different worlds in this cute but unforgiving roguelike game!
The Braves has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 552 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 363 positive reviews and 189 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 | 5/3/2024 |
| Franchise | 101XP |
| Developer | 101XP GAME STUDIOS |
| Publisher | 101XP |
| Steam App Id | 2479830 |
3. Graalonline Era
Era is a modern 2D action MMO RPG. Purchase weapons and work with a gang to compete in activities such as special events, base capturing and PvP battles in the Spar Complex, or start your own gang and chart your own path!
Graalonline Era has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 345 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 249 positive reviews and 96 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/17/2024 |
| Developer | GraalOnline |
| Publisher | Toonslab |
| Steam App Id | 2358050 |
4. Zombie Gunship Survival
The Apocalypse came and went. All we have left is our will to survive, the endless hordes of zombies, and enough bullets to rip them all to shreds.
Zombie Gunship Survival has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,445 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 721 positive reviews and 724 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 Zombie Gunship Survival on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/22/2021 |
| Developer | Flaregames |
| Publisher | Flaregames |
| Steam App Id | 1597480 |
5. 末日来袭-美漫风.策略.卡牌.游戏
随着一阵警报声响起，痛苦的尖叫声如同丧钟被敲响，致命的病毒把城市变成了死城。你的敌人不仅仅有丧尸，还有为了生存的掠夺者......
末日来袭-美漫风.策略.卡牌.游戏 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 449 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 348 positive reviews and 101 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
6. Chicken Invaders Universe
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Chicken Invaders Universe has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,201 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,933 positive reviews and 268 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 Chicken Invaders Universe on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/15/2022 |
| Franchise | InterAction studios |
| Developer | InterAction studios |
| Publisher | InterAction studios |
| Steam App Id | 1510460 |
7. Rabbit Hole
Rabbit Hole is a fast paced, tough-as-nails 2D RogueLike-Shooter, made with love for the genre. You are Disc, someone who was suddenly brought to the Rabbit Hole. Collect guns, fight foes and meet strange new characters on your descent to the bottom, all in an attempt to find your heart again.
Rabbit Hole has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 442 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 397 positive reviews and 45 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 Rabbit Hole on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/2/2024 |
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| Publisher | Engi_ee |
| Steam App Id | 2831340 |
8. Towerful Defense: Prologue
A tower defense action roguelike where you control a single tower to fight against hordes of aliens coming from all directions. Pick your tower, equip up to 4 skills, and choose from a variety of traits and items to craft powerful builds that lead you to victory.
Towerful Defense: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 56 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/8/2024 |
| Franchise | Mini Fun Games |
| Developer | Mini Fun Games |
| Publisher | Mini Fun Games |
| Steam App Id | 2949250 |
9. Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue
Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue is a quick foray into the world of Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship. Take command of the last ship in a zombie-filled world and defend against endless waves of the undead. Build turrets, lead your crew, and upgrade the ship while gathering loot.
Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue has achieved a Player Score of ?, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of undefined reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of undefined positive reviews and undefined negative reviews — making it "null" 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 | 5/17/2024 |
| Developer | Zing Games Inc. |
| Publisher | Zing Games Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2336990 |
10. 瘟疫清零计划 Project Zero
这是一款3D俯视角的Roguelike射击游戏。 通过选择不同的天赋，玩家将Build出一个超强幸存者。 从而可以更好地击杀丧尸，并且活下来。 最终，玩家将会背负结束这场瘟疫的使命，为“清零”而战吧！
瘟疫清零计划 Project Zero has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Shoot 'Em Up games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,138 positive reviews and 226 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" 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 | 9/11/2022 |
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| Steam App Id | 2088250 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 230 | 1/22/2016 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 199 | 5/3/2024 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 71 | 2/17/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 9/22/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 40 | 1/11/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 12/15/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 3/2/2024 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 5/8/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 26 | 5/17/2024 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 9/11/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 4/12/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 4/12/2024 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 13 | 9/1/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 3/6/2022 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 10/24/2020 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 5/7/2021 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 2/27/2018 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 8/26/2022 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/3/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 3/11/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 4). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 4). Sven Co-op on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). The Braves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 10). Graalonline Era on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 20). Zombie Gunship Survival on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). 末日来袭-美漫风.策略.卡牌.游戏 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 27). Chicken Invaders Universe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Rabbit Hole on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Towerful Defense: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). 瘟疫清零计划 Project Zero on Steam. Steam Store.