Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,243 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 1/14/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Strategy RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 85. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,881 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,836 positive reviews and 12,045 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 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 161,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 124,432 positive reviews and 37,035 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
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 71, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,684 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,961 positive reviews and 2,723 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. Blue Archive
An action anime RPG adventure!
Blue Archive has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,690 positive reviews and 1,447 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 Blue Archive on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/4/2025 |
| Developer | NEXON Games |
| Publisher | NEXON Korea |
| Steam App Id | 3557620 |
5. Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG
Chill out, your heroes got this! They’ll fight even when you’re offline. Pop back in for satisfying numbers going up, sweet rewards and easy level-ups. Unlock cool gear, & smack down epic bosses. Play idle or clicker - you’ll power up with no stress, just good times and infinite progression!
Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,572 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,081 positive reviews and 1,491 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2024 |
| Developer | Holyday Studios |
| Publisher | Holyday Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1013320 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,728 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,355 positive reviews and 373 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 |
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 119,906 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,419 positive reviews and 25,487 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. PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager
Discover a new style of RPG management gameplay. Experience the fun of an idle RPG that blends an innovative four-view battle system with a deep hero-growth mechanic.
PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 479 positive reviews and 270 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/27/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Tesseract Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3882730 |
9. 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 49, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,157 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,533 positive reviews and 1,624 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,607 positive reviews and 240 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 Reverse: 1999 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/9/2024 |
| Developer | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Publisher | BLUEPOCH GAMES CO., LIMITED |
| Steam App Id | 3092660 |
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| 26,040 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,256 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,225 | 1/8/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,122 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,396 | 4/1/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,215 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,075 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,061 | 11/27/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 715 | 5/8/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 686 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 681 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 614 | 11/5/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 566 | 8/25/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 555 | 2/11/2025 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 531 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 520 | 11/19/2025 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 482 | 12/24/2014 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 469 | 6/25/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 415 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 400 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 9). Firestone – Idle Clicker Online RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 20). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 2). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). PANOPTYCA : Idle RPG Manager on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Everlusting Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.