Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 8,184 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 5/24/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Third Person game on Steam" with a Player Score of 58. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,363,453 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,381,509 positive reviews and 981,944 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 |
| Developer | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| 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 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 491,856 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 369,151 positive reviews and 122,705 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 |
| 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 576,519 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502,678 positive reviews and 73,841 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. 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 #4 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,074 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,163 positive reviews and 4,911 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,379 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,379 positive reviews and 1,000 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 |
6. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!
SMITE® has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 92,813 positive reviews and 24,443 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 SMITE® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/8/2015 |
| Developer | Titan Forge Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 386360 |
7. 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 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,489 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 65,012 positive reviews and 11,477 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 60,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,494 positive reviews and 6,184 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
9. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Conqueror's Blade has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,104 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,785 positive reviews and 9,319 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Conqueror's Blade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/6/2020 |
| Developer | Booming Tech |
| Publisher | Poros Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
10. Lost Light
Join the "Firefly" task force and unveil the sinister plot behind the exclusion zone in the world of Lost Light. You could either scavenge for supplies or go out with guns blazing and plunder. Survive the brutal domain where danger lurks in every corner!
Lost Light has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,370 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,407 positive reviews and 8,963 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 Lost Light on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 1797880 |
More Free Third Person Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Third Person games available on Steam.
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 | 280,000 | 12/21/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 45,033 | 8/15/2013 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 30,499 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18,448 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,019 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,377 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,789 | 4/29/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,517 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,421 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,308 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,009 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,626 | 9/21/2023 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,447 | 4/4/2018 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,345 | 10/12/2022 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,106 | 5/30/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,015 | 12/1/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 954 | 3/5/2023 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 880 | 4/12/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 811 | 1/31/2012 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 790 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). SMITE® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.