Free Third-Person Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,957 Third-Person Shooter 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 Third-Person Shooter game rankings were last updated on 3/25/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Third-Person Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 60. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,691,895 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,620,526 positive reviews and 1,071,369 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 |
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 655,313 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 574,463 positive reviews and 80,850 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
3. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 729,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 531,245 positive reviews and 198,210 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 |
| Franchise | Gaijin Network Ltd |
| Developer | Gaijin Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 236390 |
4. 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 76, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 377,016 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 290,371 positive reviews and 86,645 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 | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
5. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 29, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 389,860 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113,270 positive reviews and 276,590 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® 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 |
6. World of Warships
Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 600 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players!
World of Warships has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 153,425 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117,643 positive reviews and 35,782 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 World of Warships on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/15/2017 |
| Franchise | World of Warships Franchise |
| Developer | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Publisher | Wargaming Group Limited |
| Steam App Id | 552990 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 49,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,256 positive reviews and 2,363 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 |
8. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 166,922 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 129,030 positive reviews and 37,892 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/9/2024 |
| Developer | Starry Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
9. Off The Grid
Welcome to Off The Grid, the next-gen free to play Battle Royale from visionary director Neill Blomkamp. Set in a near-future world where contestants are cybernetically augmented and dropped into televised bloodsport. Death is temporary, but fame is forever.
Off The Grid has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,101 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,157 positive reviews and 944 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Off The Grid on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/17/2025 |
| Developer | Gunzilla Games |
| Publisher | Gunzilla Games |
| Steam App Id | 3659280 |
10. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 133,322 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 121,984 positive reviews and 11,338 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/17/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
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| 324,264 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48,665 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 43,859 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 36,995 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,385 | 8/10/2023 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 26,891 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,617 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,448 | 7/9/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,895 | 7/17/2025 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,706 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,426 | 4/29/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,113 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,007 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,492 | 11/21/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,210 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,102 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 926 | 4/2/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 398 | 4/23/2025 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 250 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 160 | 3/4/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 26). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 26). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 22). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 25). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 26). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.