Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,048 Third Person 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 game rankings were last updated on 4/30/2025.
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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 game on Steam" with a Player Score of 59. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,539,801 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,507,827 positive reviews and 1,031,974 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 273,258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 219,674 positive reviews and 53,584 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 |
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 73, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,892 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 451,053 positive reviews and 165,839 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 616,239 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 539,266 positive reviews and 76,973 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 |
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 24, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 339,262 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,652 positive reviews and 259,610 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. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,508 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,467 positive reviews and 5,041 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/25/2021 |
| Developer | Wemade Next |
| Publisher | Wemade |
| Steam App Id | 1623660 |
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 games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,861 positive reviews and 1,674 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. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,640 positive reviews and 225 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
9. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,382 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,719 positive reviews and 44,663 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/30/2024 |
| Developer | NEXON Games Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | NEXON |
| Steam App Id | 2074920 |
10. SMITE 2
Become a god and wage war in SMITE 2, the free-to-play Unreal Engine 5-powered sequel to the legendary third-person action MOBA. If you love challenging competition, intense action, ability-driven combat, rewarding teamwork, or godly mythology, you’ll see why 40+ million players love SMITE.
SMITE 2 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,426 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,756 positive reviews and 5,670 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SMITE 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/27/2024 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2437170 |
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| 223,043 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 105,776 | 12/6/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 32,095 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,940 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,923 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,298 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,822 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,030 | 4/28/2025 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,884 | 6/30/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,056 | 8/27/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,913 | 4/28/2025 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,579 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,316 | 4/29/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,201 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,019 | 11/21/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,896 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,755 | 9/28/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,392 | 8/20/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,378 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,345 | 2/14/2025 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 28). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 16). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 25). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 30). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 29). SMITE 2 on Steam. Steam Store.