Free Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,593 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 12/10/2025.
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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 9,212,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,954,468 positive reviews and 1,257,837 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 640,592 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 560,341 positive reviews and 80,251 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 |
3. 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 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 348,841 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 270,296 positive reviews and 78,545 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,642,513 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,581,921 positive reviews and 1,060,592 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. |
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| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
5. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,624 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,618 positive reviews and 17,006 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
6. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X 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 X 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 1,461,495 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,210,299 positive reviews and 251,196 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 X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,022,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 689,534 positive reviews and 333,113 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 |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
8. 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 26, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 362,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93,611 positive reviews and 268,626 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 |
9. 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 59, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 163,703 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,152 positive reviews and 67,551 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 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
10. Destiny 2
Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian's look and playstyle.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 641,206 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 498,278 positive reviews and 142,928 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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 553,005 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 141,391 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 108,022 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 106,134 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 64,584 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45,186 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 41,567 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 39,581 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,427 | 12/4/2024 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,026 | 10/1/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35,121 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 34,103 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30,742 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,221 | 12/10/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 16,700 | 9/16/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,036 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,187 | 7/17/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,603 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,085 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,422 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 8). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.