Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,537 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 1/21/2026.
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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 2,663,919 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,598,606 positive reviews and 1,065,313 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 708,062 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 515,490 positive reviews and 192,572 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 648,991 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 568,358 positive reviews and 80,633 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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 361,856 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 280,088 positive reviews and 81,768 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. Heartopia
Welcome to Heartopia, a multiplayer life simulation game crafted for creativity, freedom, and peace. Build your dream home, explore a wide range of hobbies, and forge warm connections with friends in a town full of endless possibilities.
Heartopia has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,830 positive reviews and 1,225 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 1/17/2026 |
| Franchise | XD International |
| Developer | XD |
| Publisher | XD |
| Steam App Id | 4025700 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 368,211 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97,183 positive reviews and 271,028 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 |
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 46,745 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,513 positive reviews and 2,232 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. 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 #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 162,853 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125,551 positive reviews and 37,302 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 |
9. 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 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 39,016 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 35,205 positive reviews and 3,811 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Developer | KURO GAMES |
| Publisher | KURO GAMES |
| Steam App Id | 3513350 |
10. 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 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,761 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,652 positive reviews and 5,109 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 |
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| 402,016 | 12/21/2017 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 83,145 | 8/15/2013 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 73,729 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 72,846 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,207 | 1/17/2026 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,534 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,904 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 19,054 | 7/9/2024 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,829 | 4/28/2025 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 11,603 | 8/25/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,443 | 4/28/2021 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,922 | 7/17/2025 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,434 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,818 | 9/28/2023 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,578 | 12/16/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,537 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,106 | 8/27/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,876 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,193 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,090 | 10/21/2025 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 21). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Heartopia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 22). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 20). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.