Free Team-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,233 Team-Based 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 Team-Based game rankings were last updated on 3/21/2025.
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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 Team-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,658,149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,516,226 positive reviews and 1,141,923 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 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,519,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,493,319 positive reviews and 1,026,405 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. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,456,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,003,864 positive reviews and 453,113 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 984,024 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 661,016 positive reviews and 323,008 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 |
5. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,233 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 200,780 positive reviews and 48,453 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
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 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,147,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,027,830 positive reviews and 120,085 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. FragPunk
FragPunk is a thrilling 5v5 hero shooter where Shard Cards allow you to break the rules of combat and ensure that no two rounds are ever the same. Get ready to unleash your skills!
FragPunk has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,738 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,543 positive reviews and 7,195 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 FragPunk on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/6/2025 |
| Developer | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Publisher | Bad Guitar Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2943650 |
8. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 24, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 334,218 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 76,747 positive reviews and 257,471 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
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 Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,872 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,271 positive reviews and 1,601 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. 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.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 221,933 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 171,841 positive reviews and 50,092 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Team-Based games available on Steam.
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| 1,661,348 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 735,295 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 583,992 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 161,548 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 104,881 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,101 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,317 | 3/6/2025 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,288 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,626 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 20,576 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,403 | 12/9/2022 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 12,980 | 2/19/2016 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,751 | 6/7/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,598 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,662 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,385 | 11/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,365 | 4/28/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,367 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,262 | 8/17/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,991 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 16). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). FragPunk on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.