Free Third Person Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,687 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 11/13/2024.
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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 59. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,462,120 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,450,292 positive reviews and 1,011,828 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 73, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 560,702 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 409,099 positive reviews and 151,603 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 598,632 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 522,875 positive reviews and 75,757 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. 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 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,861 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,142 positive reviews and 719 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.
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 14,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,323 positive reviews and 4,981 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. 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 #6 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,645 positive reviews and 1,328 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 |
7. 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 55, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91,396 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,353 positive reviews and 41,043 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 |
8. Brighter Shores
Brighter Shores is an all new adventure from award winning MMORPG designer Andrew Gower. It is an enchanting point-and-click style RPG with hundreds of hours of gameplay, set in a land of magic and mysteries, with a huge number of professions to try, and something new to find around every corner.
Brighter Shores has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,694 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,953 positive reviews and 1,741 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 11/6/2024 |
| Developer | Fen Research Ltd |
| Publisher | Fen Research Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2791440 |
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 80,143 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,684 positive reviews and 12,459 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Third Person games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,967 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,038 positive reviews and 9,929 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 |
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| 414,376 | 12/21/2017 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 69,760 | 8/15/2013 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 49,220 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 23,588 | 11/21/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,077 | 8/25/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,913 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,782 | 6/30/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,305 | 11/6/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,620 | 4/29/2021 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,482 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,212 | 7/27/2017 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,555 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,487 | 9/8/2015 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,369 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,099 | 10/12/2022 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,722 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,701 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,526 | 9/28/2023 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,327 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,281 | 5/30/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 13). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 20). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 23). Strinova on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Brighter Shores on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 21). World of Tanks on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 22). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.