Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,891 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 12/12/2024.
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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 game on Steam" with a Player Score of 78. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 56,912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,943 positive reviews and 11,969 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 12/6/2024 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 2767030 |
2. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,471,847 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,457,980 positive reviews and 1,013,867 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. 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 572,688 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 419,577 positive reviews and 153,111 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 600,380 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 524,557 positive reviews and 75,823 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,351 positive reviews and 5,000 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 |
6. 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 57, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 95,873 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,382 positive reviews and 41,491 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 |
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 29,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,497 positive reviews and 1,368 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. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience.
Strinova has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,772 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,053 positive reviews and 3,719 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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.
9. World of Tanks
Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits!
World of Tanks has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,021 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,420 positive reviews and 12,601 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. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,619 positive reviews and 6,632 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 STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
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| 313,989 | 12/6/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 274,493 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 68,844 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 37,084 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,787 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,487 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,557 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,260 | 11/21/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,763 | 4/29/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,786 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,751 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,165 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,935 | 11/6/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,597 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,569 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,080 | 4/12/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,788 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,778 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,553 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,211 | 9/28/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 6). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Strinova on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.