Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,112 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 11/8/2025.
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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 76. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 155,802 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119,424 positive reviews and 36,378 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 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 82,929 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 71,106 positive reviews and 11,823 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 70, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,631 positive reviews and 2,669 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 15,877 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,595 positive reviews and 1,282 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. 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 119,839 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 94,370 positive reviews and 25,469 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 7,564 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,201 positive reviews and 363 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. 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 #7 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,260 positive reviews and 2,202 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 |
8. 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 46, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,706 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,219 positive reviews and 1,487 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,316 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,111 positive reviews and 205 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 |
10. Dungeon Crusher: Soul Hunters
A social multiplayer incremental idle rpg with clans, PvP arenas, a wonderful 3d fantasy world with a story/missions and much more.
Dungeon Crusher: Soul Hunters has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 339 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 235 positive reviews and 104 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/30/2024 |
| Developer | Towards Mars Limited |
| Publisher | Towards Mars Limited |
| Steam App Id | 842980 |
More Free Strategy RPG Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Strategy RPG games available on Steam.
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| 24,898 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22,556 | 2/26/2023 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7,625 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,146 | 7/4/2025 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,850 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,709 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,172 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,114 | 5/8/2025 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,019 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 998 | 10/30/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 812 | 11/14/2019 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 745 | 6/26/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 725 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 700 | 11/5/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 667 | 5/22/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 652 | 12/24/2014 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 641 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 585 | 8/25/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 563 | 7/31/2025 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 558 | 4/25/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 29). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 6). Blue Archive on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 4). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 10). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Everlusting Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). Dungeon Crusher: Soul Hunters on Steam. Steam Store.