Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,737 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 5/31/2025.
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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 130,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,381 positive reviews and 33,727 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 82, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,744 positive reviews and 10,266 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 1,000 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 8,642 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,123 positive reviews and 2,519 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. Everlusting Life
Everlusting Life — classic auto-chess game set in a fantasy world. Assemble a squad of beautiful girls to aid you on your quest to save the magical realm. Triumph in battles with strategy and win hearts with undeniable charm!
Everlusting Life has achieved a Player Score of 42, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 546 positive reviews and 781 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 Everlusting Life on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/8/2025 |
| Developer | Pochemu LTD |
| Publisher | Pochemu LTD |
| Steam App Id | 3218710 |
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 7,153 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,814 positive reviews and 339 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. 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 85, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 880 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 791 positive reviews and 89 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.
| Release Date | 2/14/2025 |
| Developer | Beaveroid Entertainment |
| Publisher | Beaveroid Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 3471350 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,344 positive reviews and 25,421 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 |
8. Reverse: 1999
Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG developed by Bluepoch. As the Timekeeper, the observer of eras, you will embark on a journey across time and space, from the Roaring '20s to the turn of the millennium, uncovering the truth about the "Storm" and the mystery of the year 1999.
Reverse: 1999 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,203 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,067 positive reviews and 136 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
9. 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 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,584 positive reviews and 460 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.
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 10,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,115 positive reviews and 2,137 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 |
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| 47,517 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28,493 | 2/26/2023 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,360 | 1/8/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,568 | 5/8/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,325 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,131 | 2/14/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,979 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,680 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,377 | 11/5/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,299 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 936 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 836 | 11/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 793 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 759 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 752 | 5/22/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 688 | 12/24/2014 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 643 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 563 | 2/11/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 527 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 495 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 28). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Everlusting Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 17). Alpha League HD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.