Free Swordplay Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,336 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 11/20/2025.
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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 78,749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,675 positive reviews and 28,074 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 2,389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,907 positive reviews and 482 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 36,544 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,696 positive reviews and 11,848 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 55, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 776 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 429 positive reviews and 347 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 66, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 269 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 187 positive reviews and 82 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 71, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 483 positive reviews and 164 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. Warlander
Harness the almighty powers of god-like Warriors, Clerics, and Mages, with a unique style that mashes a Medieval-inspired setting, Fantastical items and abilities…and…EVEN POWERFUL ROBOTS! Master siege weapons and cataclysmic spells to control the battlefield and destroy the enemy's core!
Warlander has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,241 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,040 positive reviews and 3,201 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 Warlander on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 1/24/2023 |
| Developer | Toylogic Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1675900 |
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 16,618 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,073 positive reviews and 545 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. Gladio and Glory
Goofy Ragdolls and Physics Simulated duels that will challenge your tactics. Customise & Upgrade your Gladiator, dismember opponents in the arena and climb the Leaderboard. All for free!
Gladio and Glory has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,714 positive reviews and 373 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
10. League of Angels-Heaven's Fury
"League of Angels – Heaven's Fury" is a revolutionary 3D online action RPG that takes place in a fantastical world loosely based on Western mythology.
League of Angels-Heaven's Fury has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Swordplay games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 771 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 452 positive reviews and 319 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 League of Angels-Heaven's Fury on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/3/2020 |
| Developer | CHENGDU DREAMCALLER TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD |
| Publisher | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1379130 |
More Free Swordplay Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Swordplay games available on Steam.
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| 3,700 | 6/7/2024 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,969 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,611 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 484 | 10/29/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 241 | 9/22/2025 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 109 | 9/15/2025 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 1/24/2023 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28 | 8/20/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 3/16/2021 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 9/3/2020 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 4/13/2024 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 4/4/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 6/9/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 8/1/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12 | 11/20/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 6/10/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 2/12/2010 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 12/24/2023 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 12/12/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 20). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Your Chronicle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 24). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 24). Shadow Fight Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 23). Battlesmiths: Blade and Forge on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 17). Eterspire on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 5). Warlander on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 21). Arrow a Row on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 28). Gladio and Glory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). League of Angels-Heaven's Fury on Steam. Steam Store.