Free Third-Person Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,807 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 1/19/2026.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Third-Person Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 77. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 359,665 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 278,473 positive reviews and 81,192 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 |
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 Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,659,945 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,595,625 positive reviews and 1,064,320 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 648,141 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 567,584 positive reviews and 80,557 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 705,338 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 513,521 positive reviews and 191,817 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 |
5. 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 27, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 367,788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,994 positive reviews and 270,794 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,259 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,045 positive reviews and 2,214 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 |
7. 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 76, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 162,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125,069 positive reviews and 37,133 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 |
8. 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 56, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,951 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,101 positive reviews and 850 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 |
9. World of Tanks
World of Tanks is a tactical action game with very different gameplay depending on the vehicle type and role. Aside from regular PvP, there are competitive and clan-based modes, special PvE and PvPvE events, and much more. Whether you play to dominate or just enjoy the ride, you'll fit right in.
World of Tanks has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,804 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,654 positive reviews and 18,150 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Third-Person Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 152,459 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117,058 positive reviews and 35,401 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 |
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| 137,727 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 117,600 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 71,180 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 50,155 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,342 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,856 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,953 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,678 | 7/17/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,781 | 4/29/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,606 | 11/15/2017 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,370 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,354 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,554 | 6/17/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,056 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,369 | 11/21/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,250 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,163 | 4/2/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,102 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,026 | 2/28/2018 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,004 | 11/27/2019 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 16). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 17). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 18). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 18). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 19). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 19). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 15). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store.