Free Sports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,133 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 8/24/2025.
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1. Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is ready to race! Scout featured trainees and supporters as you navigate the immersive sports life simulation through the game's in-depth training system and top-of-the-line 3D graphics!

Umamusume: Pretty Derby holds the #1 spot for "best free Sports game on Steam" with a Player Score of 92. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,026 positive reviews and 1,698 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 Umamusume: Pretty Derby on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
Publisher | Cygames, Inc. |
Steam App Id | 3224770 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,412 positive reviews and 1,952 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 |
3. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 850 million downloads! The stars of today, legends of the past, and fellow users from around the world are all waiting for you!

eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,099 positive reviews and 49,621 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™ 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 |
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 55, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,000 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,745 positive reviews and 34,255 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 68,250 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,189 positive reviews and 9,061 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 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,637 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,666 positive reviews and 7,971 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. Asphalt Legends
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars!

Asphalt Legends has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,931 positive reviews and 2,701 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.
8. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,790 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,806 positive reviews and 4,984 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 |
9. Soccer Manager 2025
Manage elite football clubs and lead your dream team as a football manager!

Soccer Manager 2025 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,404 positive reviews and 468 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 Soccer Manager 2025 on the Steam Deck.
Release Date | 10/23/2024 |
Developer | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
Publisher | Invincibles Studio Ltd |
Steam App Id | 3217240 |
10. 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 58, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,196 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,139 positive reviews and 18,057 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 |
More Free Sports Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Sports games available on Steam.
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27,360 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
18,408 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
17,088 | 9/30/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
11,817 | 11/11/2021 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
6,107 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,779 | 9/2/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,604 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,243 | 2/19/2016 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
1,129 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
679 | 6/3/2014 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
559 | 2/18/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
543 | 3/17/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
514 | 1/4/2018 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
425 | 9/8/2022 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
332 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
291 | 12/10/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
246 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
220 | 9/25/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
215 | 4/16/2008 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | ||
206 | 4/13/2020 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). Rec Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Asphalt Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 19). theHunter Classic on Steam. Steam Store.