Free Sports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,217 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 1/10/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Sports game on Steam" with a Player Score of 52. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,094 positive reviews and 33,566 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 |
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 31,131 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,679 positive reviews and 1,452 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. 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 68, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,384 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,630 positive reviews and 4,754 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 |
4. eFootball™
The feverish football game with a worldwide total of 750 million downloads is waiting for you! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 46, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,681 positive reviews and 46,163 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 |
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 62,484 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,156 positive reviews and 8,328 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 68,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,865 positive reviews and 6,654 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. Real Pool 3D - Poolians
Real Pool 3D (Poolians) is one of the best online pool games. Play against the computer or real players all over the world! It supports 8 different types of pool games and team play mode.
Real Pool 3D - Poolians has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,541 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,033 positive reviews and 3,508 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/4/2018 |
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| Steam App Id | 670290 |
8. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE 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 Unite has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,667 positive reviews and 2,221 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 58, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,367 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,498 positive reviews and 17,869 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. 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 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 691 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 503 positive reviews and 188 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 |
More Free Sports Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Sports games available on Steam.
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| 10,296 | 11/11/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,591 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,230 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,742 | 9/30/2021 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,629 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 906 | 9/2/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 851 | 1/4/2018 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 793 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 380 | 6/3/2014 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 366 | 10/23/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 294 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 271 | 9/8/2022 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 255 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 252 | 11/12/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 241 | 9/25/2019 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 237 | 12/10/2019 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 222 | 7/16/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 194 | 2/12/2013 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189 | 4/13/2020 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 10). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Rec Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 2). Real Pool 3D - Poolians on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 30). theHunter Classic on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Soccer Manager 2025 on Steam. Steam Store.