Free Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,669 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 11/22/2024.
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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 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,402,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,304,655 positive reviews and 1,097,841 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
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
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 2,462,120 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,450,292 positive reviews and 1,011,828 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. 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, 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 #3 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,214 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,428 positive reviews and 8,786 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 963,819 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 651,996 positive reviews and 311,823 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,702 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 409,099 positive reviews and 151,603 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 |
6. 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 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,124,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 996,076 positive reviews and 128,390 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).
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 598,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 522,875 positive reviews and 75,757 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. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,589 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,290 positive reviews and 29,299 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
9. 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 22, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 314,031 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,812 positive reviews and 247,219 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 |
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 615,269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 492,439 positive reviews and 122,830 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 Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 964,334 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 416,901 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 245,433 | 4/23/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 102,121 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 69,239 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 58,507 | 10/10/2007 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,220 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 45,682 | 7/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29,670 | 8/10/2023 | 22 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,313 | 10/1/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,674 | 11/21/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,802 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,879 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,694 | 12/8/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,774 | 6/30/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,422 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,975 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7,406 | 1/27/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,878 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,356 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store.