Free Tactical Games on Steam

Steam currently has 5,471 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 12/11/2024.

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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.

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Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Tactical game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,430,065 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,327,092 positive reviews and 1,102,973 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).

Release Date 8/21/2012
Franchise Valve
Developers
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 730

2. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.

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PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,471,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,457,980 positive reviews and 1,013,867 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.

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Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,250 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,732 positive reviews and 8,518 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 12/4/2024
Developer Team Jade
Publisher TiMi Studio Group
Steam App Id 2507950

4. 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!

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Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,131,892 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,005,732 positive reviews and 126,160 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).

Release Date 10/10/2007
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 440

5. 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.

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Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 969,932 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 655,845 positive reviews and 314,087 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 11/5/2020
Franchise Apex Legends Official
Developers
Publisher Electronic Arts
Steam App Id 1172470

6. THE FINALS

Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.

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THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 210,527 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 162,258 positive reviews and 48,269 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

7. STALCRAFT: X

STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!

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STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,337 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,188 positive reviews and 15,149 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 12/9/2022
Developer EXBO
Publisher EXBO
Steam App Id 1818450

8. 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!

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Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 79,516 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,812 positive reviews and 19,704 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!
Developers
Publishers
Steam App Id 1449850

9. OBS Studio

Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming

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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 29,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,497 positive reviews and 1,368 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. Crosshair V2

Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game.

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Crosshair V2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,161 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,533 positive reviews and 628 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 1/27/2023
Developer CenterPoint Gaming
Publisher CenterPoint Gaming
Steam App Id 2250040

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Counter-Strike 2 steam charts
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8/21/2012
87
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12/21/2017
59
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Delta Force steam charts
86,411
12/4/2024
65
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Team Fortress 2 steam charts
64,005
10/10/2007
88
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63,995
11/5/2020
67
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THE FINALS steam charts
22,343
12/7/2023
76
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STALCRAFT: X steam charts
19,048
12/9/2022
76
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel steam charts
16,992
1/19/2022
74
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OBS Studio steam charts
12,557
3/21/2022
93
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Crosshair V2 steam charts
11,019
1/27/2023
87
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Eternal Return steam charts
9,999
7/20/2023
79
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World of Tanks steam charts
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4/29/2021
83
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World of Warships steam charts
6,727
11/15/2017
77
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6,562
6/17/2023
92
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SUPERVIVE steam charts
6,456
11/20/2024
88
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Magic: The Gathering Arena steam charts
6,233
5/23/2023
63
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Lust Goddess steam charts
3,728
2/21/2024
56
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Conqueror's Blade steam charts
2,569
4/6/2020
68
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RISK: Global Domination steam charts
2,208
2/19/2020
79
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Caliber steam charts
2,080
4/12/2023
76
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  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store.

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