Free Tactical Games on Steam
Steam currently has 7,398 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 2/21/2026.
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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 9,398,771 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,113,184 positive reviews and 1,285,587 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 2,676,159 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,608,366 positive reviews and 1,067,793 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,032,645 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 696,868 positive reviews and 335,777 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 |
4. 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 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 172,923 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 101,168 positive reviews and 71,755 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 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
5. 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 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,482,505 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,224,915 positive reviews and 257,590 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 |
| Franchise | Tom Clancy Franchise |
| Developer | Ubisoft Montreal |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 359550 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,216,459 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,104,093 positive reviews and 112,366 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).
7. 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 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,955 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,242 positive reviews and 10,713 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 Arena Breakout: Infinite on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/16/2025 |
| Developer | Morefun Studios |
| Publisher | Morefun Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073620 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,923 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 45,631 positive reviews and 2,292 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 |
9. 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 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Tactical games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96,247 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,797 positive reviews and 26,450 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 |
10. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X 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 94,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 69,348 positive reviews and 24,676 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).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 1,511,445 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 428,931 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 165,788 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 116,678 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 75,076 | 12/1/2015 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 57,971 | 10/10/2007 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,061 | 9/16/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,878 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,173 | 1/19/2022 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,828 | 12/9/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,755 | 12/8/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,636 | 7/19/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,140 | 4/28/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,725 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,423 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,520 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,146 | 1/27/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,922 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,121 | 4/5/2021 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,794 | 2/21/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 22). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 22). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 12). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 20). Arena Breakout: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 19). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store.