Free Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 15,685 Shooter 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 Shooter game rankings were last updated on 5/1/2026.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,573,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,248,996 positive reviews and 1,324,707 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 Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,705,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,631,292 positive reviews and 1,074,680 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,044,827 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 706,476 positive reviews and 338,351 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 |
4. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180,956 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 105,469 positive reviews and 75,487 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
5. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 384,537 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 294,941 positive reviews and 89,596 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 |
6. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege
Rainbow Six® Siege is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked, and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,508,313 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,243,948 positive reviews and 264,365 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 660,754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 579,432 positive reviews and 81,322 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 |
8. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 397,442 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,368 positive reviews and 279,074 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® 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 |
9. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 742,029 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 538,463 positive reviews and 203,566 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
10. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,229,008 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,117,132 positive reviews and 111,876 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
More Free Shooter Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Shooter games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 739,160 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 374,545 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 134,628 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 111,197 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73,589 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 62,467 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 59,142 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 54,892 | 8/10/2023 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,490 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,464 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,222 | 9/16/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,791 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,648 | 7/9/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,424 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,547 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,698 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,383 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,659 | 7/17/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,208 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,791 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 3). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.