Free Sports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,967 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 7/10/2025.
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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 8,381 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,970 positive reviews and 411 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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. eFootball™
The feverish football game with a worldwide total of 850 million downloads is waiting for you! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 48, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,144 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,347 positive reviews and 48,797 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 |
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 38,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,455 positive reviews and 1,836 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 54, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,713 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,628 positive reviews and 34,085 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 | 11/10/2021 |
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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 67,091 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 58,172 positive reviews and 8,919 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,719 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,765 positive reviews and 4,954 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,944 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,234 positive reviews and 7,710 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.
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 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,066 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,478 positive reviews and 2,588 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. 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 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Sports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,239 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,253 positive reviews and 3,986 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 |
10. MLB Rivals
Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB RIVALS!
MLB Rivals 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 754 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 574 positive reviews and 180 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 MLB Rivals on the Steam Deck.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 30,846 | 6/25/2025 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,688 | 9/30/2021 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,708 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,104 | 11/10/2021 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,928 | 8/28/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 985 | 2/19/2016 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 850 | 9/2/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 848 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 724 | 1/4/2018 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 550 | 3/18/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 521 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 428 | 9/8/2022 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 284 | 2/12/2013 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 260 | 6/3/2014 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 236 | 4/13/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 220 | 2/18/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 9/24/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 175 | 7/15/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 1/4/2025 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 163 | 9/25/2019 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Umamusume: Pretty Derby on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 8). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 27). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 9). Fishing Planet on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 3). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 10). Rec Room on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 5). Asphalt Legends Unite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 6). Real Pool 3D - Poolians on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 6). MLB Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.