Free Strategy RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,784 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 6/25/2025.
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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 132,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98,027 positive reviews and 34,247 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 65,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,317 positive reviews and 10,448 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 8,778 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,228 positive reviews and 2,550 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 797 positive reviews and 91 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 |
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 7,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,879 positive reviews and 345 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,780 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 730 positive reviews and 1,050 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 |
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 10,295 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,146 positive reviews and 2,149 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. 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 2,401 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,254 positive reviews and 147 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 74, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,126 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,628 positive reviews and 498 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Strategy RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,429 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,013 positive reviews and 416 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Strategy RPG games available on Steam.
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| 22,102 | 7/9/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,050 | 2/26/2023 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,705 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,046 | 2/14/2025 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,944 | 9/5/2024 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,678 | 5/8/2025 | 42 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 959 | 11/20/2014 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 942 | 10/9/2024 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 791 | 11/4/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 732 | 1/2/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 681 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 620 | 4/25/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 563 | 11/10/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 510 | 6/26/2023 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 508 | 5/22/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 437 | 12/10/2021 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 418 | 1/21/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 402 | 12/24/2014 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 270 | 5/24/2019 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 269 | 10/26/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 25). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 20). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 25). Summoners War on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 2). Alpha League HD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Farmer Against Potatoes Idle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 25). Everlusting Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 25). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 25). Reverse: 1999 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 19). Skill Legends Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 10). Incremental Epic Hero 2 on Steam. Steam Store.