Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,454 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 1/16/2025.
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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 117,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,987 positive reviews and 31,100 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 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,324 positive reviews and 7,617 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 7,851 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,530 positive reviews and 2,321 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,215 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 863 positive reviews and 352 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 |
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 119,635 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,294 positive reviews and 25,341 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. 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 6,621 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,328 positive reviews and 293 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,210 positive reviews and 275 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.
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 10,082 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,994 positive reviews and 2,088 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,677 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,079 positive reviews and 2,598 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).
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 1,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,389 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 |
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| 35,911 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,706 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,614 | 1/7/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,136 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,733 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,716 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,312 | 11/5/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,193 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,121 | 11/10/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 952 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 751 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 653 | 12/24/2014 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 577 | 5/22/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 523 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 488 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 414 | 7/30/2022 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 394 | 6/20/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 380 | 9/23/2024 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 332 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 327 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 9). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Incremental Epic Hero 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Summoners War: Chronicles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.