Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,268 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 8/30/2025.
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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 2,598,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,548,440 positive reviews and 1,049,598 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 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 314,208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 243,595 positive reviews and 70,613 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 |
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 629,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 550,499 positive reviews and 78,783 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. 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 25, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 352,192 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 87,142 positive reviews and 265,050 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 651,543 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 476,430 positive reviews and 175,113 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 |
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 14,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,552 positive reviews and 5,080 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. 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 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,348 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,183 positive reviews and 2,165 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 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,555 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 38,592 positive reviews and 1,963 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 |
9. Off The Grid
Welcome to Off The Grid, the next-gen free to play Battle Royale from visionary director Neill Blomkamp. Set in a near-future world where contestants are cybernetically augmented and dropped into televised bloodsport. Death is temporary, but fame is forever.
Off The Grid 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 1,251 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 717 positive reviews and 534 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 | 7/17/2025 |
| Developer | Gunzilla Games |
| Publisher | Gunzilla Games |
| Steam App Id | 3659280 |
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 105,989 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,199 positive reviews and 45,790 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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| 188,346 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 87,332 | 12/6/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 48,773 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,966 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 42,409 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,448 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,037 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,018 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,371 | 7/17/2025 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 8,226 | 6/30/2024 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,096 | 8/27/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,499 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,141 | 9/21/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,769 | 4/28/2021 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,717 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,680 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,881 | 12/15/2010 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,856 | 4/6/2020 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,663 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,094 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 30). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 30). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 30). Off The Grid on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.