Free Tactical Games on Steam
Steam currently has 6,711 Tactical 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 Tactical game rankings were last updated on 9/29/2025.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Tactical game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,049,371 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,821,144 positive reviews and 1,228,227 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,610,541 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,557,697 positive reviews and 1,052,844 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Franchise | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
3. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 143,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,722 positive reviews and 56,316 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
4. Arena Breakout: Infinite
Arena Breakout: Infinite is a high-stakes tactical extraction shooter where every decision matters. Fight, loot, and extract—or lose it all. With stunningly realistic visuals, lifelike sound, and unforgiving PvPvE combat, every raid is a gamble between glory and ruin.
Arena Breakout: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,551 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,066 positive reviews and 2,485 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 | 9/16/2025 |
| Developer | Morefun Studios |
| Publisher | Morefun Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073620 |
5. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,182,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,068,467 positive reviews and 114,052 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,447,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,201,612 positive reviews and 246,140 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/1/2015 |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
7. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,010,414 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 678,996 positive reviews and 331,418 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/4/2020 |
| Franchise | Apex Legends Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1172470 |
8. THE FINALS
THE FINALS is the world’s first Dynamism Shooter, a free-to-play, fast-paced, physics-driven, first-person shooter set on the stage of the biggest Gameshow of the future! Fight for Fans and fortune in fully-destructible, virtual Arenas that guarantee no two rounds will ever play the same!
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 245,505 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 191,515 positive reviews and 53,990 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
9. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,629 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,616 positive reviews and 2,013 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
10. Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel
Yu-Gi-Oh! MASTER DUEL is the ultimate free-to-play cross-platform strategy card game with fast-paced Duels, stunning HD graphics and a new, dynamic soundtrack! Get ready to challenge Duelists around the world!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,469 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,389 positive reviews and 24,080 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.
| Release Date | 1/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 1449850 |
More Free Tactical Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Tactical games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 771,699 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 118,478 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,659 | 12/4/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47,118 | 9/16/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 46,355 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,109 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 40,071 | 11/4/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,407 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,073 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,752 | 1/19/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,253 | 4/29/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,084 | 5/23/2023 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,720 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,034 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,177 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,618 | 6/17/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,535 | 1/26/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,436 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,375 | 2/21/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,014 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 18). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Arena Breakout: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 27). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 29). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.