Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,358 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 11/22/2024.
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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 71. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 104,518 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 75,234 positive reviews and 29,284 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 41,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,683 positive reviews and 5,872 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 71, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,859 positive reviews and 1,862 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,076 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93,907 positive reviews and 25,169 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,827 positive reviews and 270 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 |
6. Skill Legends Royale
This is a free multiplayer PvP strategy game that incorporates rogue-like and auto chess elements, players need to equip their auto-battling heroes with the right treasures and skills to ultimately defeat all other players and become the champion.
Skill Legends Royale has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 939 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 774 positive reviews and 165 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
7. Summoners War: Chronicles
The King of Rahil is looking for a Summoner to protect the kingdom against Tefo's enormous conspiracy. Explore a vast world with your Monsters by your side in this new Action RPG set in the Summoners War Universe.
Summoners War: Chronicles has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,613 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,032 positive reviews and 2,581 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 Summoners War: Chronicles on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,949 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,884 positive reviews and 2,065 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 687 positive reviews and 337 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 |
10. Viking Rise: Valhalla
Fight alongside Floki, Leif, Harald, Freydis from Vikings and Vikings: Valhalla!
Viking Rise: Valhalla has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 220 positive reviews and 74 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 | 5/21/2024 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2819520 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Strategy RPG games available on Steam.
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| 45,084 | 7/9/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,142 | 2/26/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,505 | 1/8/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,937 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,496 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,846 | 11/4/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,353 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,018 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 922 | 12/24/2014 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 640 | 5/21/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 544 | 7/22/2022 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 535 | 11/14/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 441 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 420 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 410 | 9/23/2024 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 404 | 10/9/2024 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 368 | 11/15/2024 | 39 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 343 | 7/30/2022 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 322 | 8/13/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 318 | 12/26/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Karos on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Viking Rise: Valhalla on Steam. Steam Store.