Free Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,914 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 5/9/2025.
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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 8,769,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,606,656 positive reviews and 1,163,305 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 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,545,941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,512,162 positive reviews and 1,033,779 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 |
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 991,331 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 665,588 positive reviews and 325,743 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 |
4. 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 277,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 222,834 positive reviews and 54,777 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 |
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 89,107 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,437 positive reviews and 15,670 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. 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 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 619,947 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 453,273 positive reviews and 166,674 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 |
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| Steam App Id | 236390 |
7. 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 64, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 106,826 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,743 positive reviews and 38,083 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 617,100 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 540,060 positive reviews and 77,040 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 |
9. 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 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,156,158 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,037,960 positive reviews and 118,198 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).
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 623,876 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 496,893 positive reviews and 126,983 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.
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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| 1,216,751 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 264,038 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 142,948 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 125,010 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 106,781 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 88,692 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 66,459 | 12/4/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 54,829 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50,447 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,793 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38,051 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31,030 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,396 | 12/8/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,490 | 7/7/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,853 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,117 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,857 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,057 | 4/29/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,763 | 12/29/2017 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,782 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 7). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 11). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 11). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 11). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 9). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 10). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 11). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.