Free Swordplay Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,383 Swordplay 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 Swordplay game rankings were last updated on 2/5/2026.
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1. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Dark and Darker holds the #1 spot for "best free Swordplay game on Steam" with a Player Score of 64. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,341 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,808 positive reviews and 28,533 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Dark and Darker on the Steam Deck.
2. Your Chronicle
"Let's begin your own story." This is a text-based idle RPG game. There are already more than 3,000 unique story actions and it's still growing.
Your Chronicle has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,498 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,996 positive reviews and 502 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 Your Chronicle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/5/2021 |
| Developer | Samurai Games |
| Publisher | Samurai Games |
| Steam App Id | 1546320 |
3. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,246 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,161 positive reviews and 12,085 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
4. Shadow Fight Arena
Shadow Fight Arena is a fighting game in which you will take part in an epic Shadow Tournament. Choose your Hero and prove what you are capable of!
Shadow Fight Arena has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,528 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 894 positive reviews and 634 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Shadow Fight Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/29/2025 |
| Developer | Nekki Limited |
| Publisher | Nekki Limited |
| Steam App Id | 1446890 |
5. Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge
Craft. Battle. Grow. Join thousands of players in the ultimate tactical RPG where every piece of gear is forged by you — and every fight tests your strategy.
Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 420 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 294 positive reviews and 126 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 Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/22/2025 |
| Developer | Ragnarocket |
| Publisher | Ragnarocket |
| Steam App Id | 2583940 |
6. Eterspire
Eterspire is a true free-to-play, cross-platform MMORPG where your skill and dedication define your progression! Play on PC and Mobile with crossplay, join a friendly and active community, discover new content updates every two weeks, and explore a massive world full of charming characters.
Eterspire has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 870 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 663 positive reviews and 207 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 Eterspire on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/15/2025 |
| Developer | Stonehollow Workshop |
| Publisher | Stonehollow Workshop |
| Steam App Id | 2144600 |
7. 英雄传奇
经典国战重燃，带你回到那个热血沸腾的玛法大陆！装备全靠打，技能随便爆，BOSS随便虐，爆率超高，爽感拉满！战鼓已响，热血已燃，提起屠龙宝刀，一起再战沙场，书写你的传奇霸业！
英雄传奇 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56 positive reviews and 14 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. Arrow a Row
Arrow a row is a game in which you shoot arrows (of course) in a row! or maybe two rows! (maybe three?) Choose your power-ups and defeat the Boss.
Arrow a Row has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,829 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,260 positive reviews and 569 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 | 8/20/2023 |
| Developer | Lonerangerix |
| Publisher | Lonerangerix |
| Steam App Id | 2495980 |
9. Reign of Guilds
Reign of Guilds — the spiritual successor to the old-school fantasy where steel, magic, and skill decide your fate. Inspired by the legacy of Ultima Online and EverQuest.
Reign of Guilds has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,287 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 804 positive reviews and 483 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Reign of Guilds on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/26/2025 |
| Developer | Atlant Games ltd |
| Publisher | Atlant Games ltd |
| Steam App Id | 716350 |
10. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel.
Blackwake has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,004 positive reviews and 5,023 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Blackwake on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Developer | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Publisher | Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 420290 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Swordplay games available on Steam.
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| 6,344 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,882 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,481 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 344 | 10/29/2025 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 293 | 9/22/2025 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 117 | 9/15/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 67 | 2/5/2026 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47 | 8/20/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 11/26/2025 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 38 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 9/3/2020 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 4/13/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 6/9/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 3/16/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 11/12/2024 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 11/20/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 6/10/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 12/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 1/22/2026 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/1/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 5). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 8). Your Chronicle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 9). Shadow Fight Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 4). Eterspire on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). 英雄传奇 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 21). Arrow a Row on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). Reign of Guilds on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 12). Blackwake on Steam. Steam Store.