Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,587 Strategy RPG 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 Strategy RPG game rankings were last updated on 3/25/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Strategy RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 73. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 123,439 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,045 positive reviews and 32,394 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 |
2. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 53,502 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,670 positive reviews and 7,832 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
3. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using over 1,500 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,192 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,785 positive reviews and 2,407 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
4. Farmer Against Potatoes Idle
Pick up your sword and fight off waves of Potatoes by upgrading your stats constantly, use Equipment, choose between different Classes, put your many Talents to good use, and so much more designed to keep you entertained for a long time.
Farmer Against Potatoes Idle has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,936 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,622 positive reviews and 314 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 9/5/2024 |
| Developer | Oni Gaming |
| Publisher | Oni Gaming |
| Steam App Id | 1535560 |
5. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!
SMITE® has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,331 positive reviews and 25,389 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 SMITE® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/8/2015 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 386360 |
6. Karos
A mysterious sorceress, a stern swordsman, or a cheerful gunner - which path in the world of Azmara will you choose? Join the thousands of heroes who have already discovered this easy-to-learn and low-hardware MMORPG! Look around as you walk out of the city - the enemy can be anywhere!
Karos has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 736 positive reviews and 367 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 12/24/2014 |
| Developer | Galaxy Gate |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 337410 |
7. Alpha League HD
Alpha League HD is a free-to-play, hero based Autobattler. In Alpha League, simply pick and build your favorite hero in a Roguelike fashion with 12 different combat genres, and then battle the other 7 Bots or Players to be the winner.
Alpha League HD has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 749 positive reviews and 39 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 2/14/2025 |
| Developer | Beaveroid Entertainment |
| Publisher | Beaveroid Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 3471350 |
8. Incremental Epic Hero 2
A mixture of incremental/idle and roleplaying game set in fantasy world filled with monsters and things to explore, where battling is constant, almost everything can be upgraded, and with wide array of various prestige mechanics to always keep things interesting and moving forward!
Incremental Epic Hero 2 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,358 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 972 positive reviews and 386 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 Incremental Epic Hero 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/2/2025 |
| Developer | Hapiwaku |
| Publisher | Idle System, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1690710 |
9. Viking Rise: Valhalla
Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard!
Viking Rise: Valhalla has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 476 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 355 positive reviews and 121 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 | 5/22/2024 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2819520 |
10. Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
Gems of War is a Match-3 RPG from the original creators of Puzzle Quest! Start your RPG journey and fight puzzle battles through hundreds of quests, or build your army of troops and go to war in strategic PVP match-3 combat!
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,061 positive reviews and 2,113 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 Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/20/2014 |
| Developer | Infinity Plus 2 |
| Publisher | 505 Games |
| Steam App Id | 329110 |
More Free Strategy RPG Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Strategy RPG games available on Steam.
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| 19,015 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,790 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,144 | 1/8/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,690 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,122 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,674 | 12/24/2014 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,662 | 2/14/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,583 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,468 | 5/22/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,317 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,204 | 2/11/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 938 | 11/10/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 819 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 771 | 11/4/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 674 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 588 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 518 | 10/9/2024 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 458 | 3/5/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 454 | 8/31/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 452 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 23). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). Karos on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Alpha League HD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Incremental Epic Hero 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Viking Rise: Valhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 24). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.