Free Sports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,231 Sports 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 Sports game rankings were last updated on 5/18/2024.
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1. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 holds the #1 spot for "best free Sports game on Steam" with a Player Score of 69. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,803 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,391 positive reviews and 4,412 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2016 |
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| Steam App Id | 436150 |
2. eFootball™ 2024
The classic action soccer game with the most up-to-date data! Enjoy the fever pitch of ""real soccer"" in eFootball™ 2024!
eFootball™ 2024 has achieved a Player Score of 43, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,034 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,891 positive reviews and 42,143 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ 2024 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
3. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,110 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,132 positive reviews and 978 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
4. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,291 positive reviews and 32,630 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/11/2021 |
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| Steam App Id | 766570 |
5. Fishing Planet
Fishing Planet® is a free-to-play and highly realistic first-person online multiplayer fishing simulator. Developed by avid fishing enthusiasts to bring you the full thrill of actual angling on your PC.
Fishing Planet has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 54,008 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,835 positive reviews and 7,173 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Fishing Planet on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/28/2017 |
| Developer | Fishing Planet LLC |
| Publisher | Fishing Planet LLC |
| Steam App Id | 380600 |
6. Rec Room
Rec Room is the best place to build and play games together. Party up with friends from all around the world to chat, hang out, explore MILLIONS of player-created rooms, or build something new and amazing to share with us all.
Rec Room has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,055 positive reviews and 5,860 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 Rec Room on the Steam Deck.
7. Slapshot: Rebound
Slapshot: Rebound is a physics-based multiplayer game where you play an arcade style match of hockey. No shoot button, no puck glue, no RNG. It’s up to you and your team to take control of the puck, pass, shoot, outplay your opponents. Play with your friends or team up with other Slapshot players!
Slapshot: Rebound has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,889 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,245 positive reviews and 1,644 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 Slapshot: Rebound on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/11/2024 |
| Developer | Oddshot Games |
| Publisher | Oddshot Games |
| Steam App Id | 1173370 |
8. Asphalt 9: Legends
Race in spectacular real-life locations with prestigious cars (Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren, etc.) to collect, upgrade, and customize. Experience action-packed gameplay that rewards skillful play and risk taking in single or multiplayer. Game updates are coming up with new cars, locations and features.
Asphalt 9: Legends has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,453 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,942 positive reviews and 1,511 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.
9. theHunter Classic
The most realistic hunting experience awaits. Explore 12 reserves and hunt 45 unique species, ranging from waterfowl to big game. Over 100 weapons from state-of-the art rifles to bows. Customize your load-out with stands, blinds and dogs. Play alone or in multiplayer with up to 7 friends.
theHunter Classic has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,206 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,581 positive reviews and 17,625 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play theHunter Classic on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/3/2014 |
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| Steam App Id | 253710 |
10. RaceRoom Racing Experience
RaceRoom is the premier free-to-play racing simulation on PC and home to official race series like DTM, WTCR, the WTCC and ADAC GT Masters. Enter RaceRoom and enter the world of a professional race car driver.
RaceRoom Racing Experience has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,974 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,595 positive reviews and 5,379 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 RaceRoom Racing Experience on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/12/2013 |
| Developer | KW Studios |
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| Steam App Id | 211500 |
More Free Sports Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Sports games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 42,733 | 2/19/2016 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,508 | 9/30/2021 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,968 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,443 | 11/11/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,689 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,373 | 9/2/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 970 | 4/11/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 647 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 587 | 6/3/2014 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 507 | 2/12/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 457 | 1/4/2018 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 449 | 2/23/2024 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 447 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 437 | 5/15/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 386 | 2/3/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 372 | 7/16/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 336 | 7/15/2020 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 323 | 11/26/2021 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 316 | 4/16/2008 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 264 | 4/21/2021 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). eFootball™ 2024 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Rec Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Slapshot: Rebound on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Asphalt 9: Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 8). theHunter Classic on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). RaceRoom Racing Experience on Steam. Steam Store.