Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,874 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 10/30/2025.
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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 60. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,625,757 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,568,982 positive reviews and 1,056,775 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 674,300 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 489,866 positive reviews and 184,434 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 |
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 games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 636,309 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 556,169 positive reviews and 80,140 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. 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 games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 326,961 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 251,255 positive reviews and 75,706 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® 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 26, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 359,254 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,652 positive reviews and 267,602 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 155,710 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119,344 positive reviews and 36,366 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 |
| Publisher | Starry Studio |
| Steam App Id | 2139460 |
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 43,168 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,085 positive reviews and 2,083 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. Blue Protocol: Star Resonance
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance expands the Blue Protocol universe with a vibrant MMORPG experience. Create your own hero, team up for strategic raids, or simply relax and have fun with friends fishing, crafting, and endless exploration. Adventure awaits!
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has achieved a Player Score of 52, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,749 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,662 positive reviews and 8,087 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 Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 10/9/2025 |
| Developer | Shanghai Bokura Network Technology Co.Ltd |
| Publisher | A Plus |
| Steam App Id | 3681810 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,704 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,608 positive reviews and 5,096 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 107,249 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,946 positive reviews and 46,303 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 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Third Person games available on Steam.
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| 662,809 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 88,515 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 85,751 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 51,856 | 12/6/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 34,479 | 8/10/2023 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 30,729 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 27,588 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,129 | 10/9/2025 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,756 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,949 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,034 | 9/16/2025 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,382 | 4/28/2025 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,436 | 4/29/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,083 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,969 | 7/17/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,209 | 11/5/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,921 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,470 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,376 | 12/15/2010 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,120 | 10/21/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 6). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 8). Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 27). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 7). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.