Free Tanks Games on Steam
Steam currently has 636 Tanks 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 Tanks game rankings were last updated on 5/29/2024.
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1. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder holds the #1 spot for "best free Tanks game on Steam" with a Player Score of 75. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 491,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 369,225 positive reviews and 122,768 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 8/15/2013 |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
2. World of Tanks Blitz
Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC
World of Tanks Blitz has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139,760 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,302 positive reviews and 28,458 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World of Tanks Blitz on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/9/2016 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 444200 |
3. World of Tanks
Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits!
World of Tanks has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,507 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,023 positive reviews and 11,484 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play World of Tanks on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/29/2021 |
| Franchise | Wargaming Group Ltd. |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 1407200 |
4. DCS World Steam Edition
Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World!
DCS World Steam Edition has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,124 positive reviews and 4,395 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DCS World Steam Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/2/2013 |
| Developer | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Publisher | Eagle Dynamics SA |
| Steam App Id | 223750 |
5. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,931 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,274 positive reviews and 6,657 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 KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/15/2020 |
| Developer | 1939 Games |
| Publisher | 1939 Games |
| Steam App Id | 544810 |
6. War Planet Online: Global Conquest
Build your army, dominate your region and lead your alliance to conquer the globe!
War Planet Online: Global Conquest has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 833 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 531 positive reviews and 302 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play War Planet Online: Global Conquest on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. Armored Warfare
Wage war against players around the world with an unstoppable arsenal of powerful armored combat vehicles. Use 300+ vehicles to engage in furious PvP tank combat, complete co-op missions, and crush your enemies on breathtaking maps, from scorching deserts to neon-drenched urban jungles.
Armored Warfare has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,399 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,939 positive reviews and 1,460 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Armored Warfare on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/17/2017 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Wishlist Games |
| Steam App Id | 443110 |
8. Tank Force: Online Shooter Game
Tank Force - the coolest free online tank shooter This is a new word in online tank battles, which combines the best qualities of a tank simulator and thrilling arcade battles.
Tank Force: Online Shooter Game has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,421 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,589 positive reviews and 832 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Battle Tanks: Legends of World War II
Are you ready to fight? Download this incredibly addictive tank game right now! Choose a tank and fight with your friends in dynamic real-time battles.Meet the legendary tank shooter Battle Tanks! Show the whole world who's in charge here!
Battle Tanks: Legends of World War II has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,286 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 849 positive reviews and 437 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 Battle Tanks: Legends of World War II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Tanki Online
Tanki Online is the free-to-play MMO-shooter with real-time PvP-battles. Throw yourself into furious tank battles shoulder to shoulder with other living players and master your skills – destroy enemy tanks, customize your futuristic armored vehicle and compete with tankers from all over the world.
Tanki Online has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Tanks games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,035 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,729 positive reviews and 2,306 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 Tanki Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/2/2017 |
| Developer | Alternativa Game Ltd. |
| Publisher | APL Publishing Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 562010 |
More Free Tanks Games
Explore even more rankings for the 86 best free Tanks games available on Steam.
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 | 48,677 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,413 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,961 | 4/29/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,170 | 8/2/2013 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 421 | 4/15/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 230 | 12/19/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189 | 11/17/2017 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 186 | 10/23/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 91 | 2/22/2019 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 59 | 3/2/2017 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 54 | 5/2/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 47 | 12/14/2021 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 5/2/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 21 | 12/1/2020 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15 | 2/27/2018 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 4/16/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 12/22/2015 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 7/8/2022 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 11/24/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 8/13/2019 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). World of Tanks Blitz on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). DCS World Steam Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). War Planet Online: Global Conquest on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Armored Warfare on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 20). Tank Force: Online Shooter Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Battle Tanks: Legends of World War II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Tanki Online on Steam. Steam Store.