Free Team-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,392 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 6/13/2025.
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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 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,830,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,653,855 positive reviews and 1,176,426 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,505,025 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,041,558 positive reviews and 463,467 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).
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,561,857 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,523,033 positive reviews and 1,038,824 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,407,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,176,296 positive reviews and 230,759 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 |
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 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 290,599 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 230,601 positive reviews and 59,998 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 Marvel Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/5/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 996,023 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 668,764 positive reviews and 327,259 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,162,971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,046,033 positive reviews and 116,938 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).
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 25, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 344,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,435 positive reviews and 261,629 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. 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 #9 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 232,568 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 180,812 positive reviews and 51,756 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Team-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,335 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,555 positive reviews and 1,780 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 |
More Free Team-Based Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Team-Based games available on Steam.
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| 775,535 | 8/21/2012 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 331,918 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 112,175 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 106,907 | 12/1/2015 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 97,099 | 12/5/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 56,972 | 11/5/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 47,954 | 10/10/2007 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,788 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,024 | 12/7/2023 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,958 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,364 | 12/9/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,167 | 8/27/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,617 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,419 | 6/7/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,874 | 3/6/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,038 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,033 | 11/9/2016 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,851 | 4/28/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,688 | 7/16/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,397 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 12). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 14). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.