Free Turn-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,002 Turn-Based 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 Turn-Based game rankings were last updated on 12/12/2025.
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1. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 30. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,000 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,586 positive reviews and 16,414 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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 | 6/15/2025 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
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| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
2. RISK: Global Domination
Take over the world in RISK: Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game with 100+ original and classic maps and millions of players
RISK: Global Domination has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40,141 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,005 positive reviews and 8,136 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play RISK: Global Domination on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/19/2020 |
| Franchise | SMG Studio |
| Developer | SMG Studio |
| Publisher | SMG Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1128810 |
3. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
Take on Duelists around the world with "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links"! Step into a world that crosses dimensions and connects all Duelists. In Duel World, any location transforms into a Duel Field where heated Duels unfold!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,751 positive reviews and 7,473 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 | 11/17/2017 |
| Franchise | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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| Steam App Id | 601510 |
4. RAID: Shadow Legends
RAID: Shadow Legends is a free-to-play collection RPG with 800+ playable Champions and 8 game modes. Heed the Arbiter's call and defend the dark fantasy world of Teleria.
RAID: Shadow Legends has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,296 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,414 positive reviews and 882 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play RAID: Shadow Legends on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 1/9/2024 |
| Developer | Plarium Global Ltd |
| Publisher | Plarium Global Ltd |
| Steam App Id | 2333480 |
5. Wizard101
Unleash your inner magic and prepare to unravel the mysteries surrounding a death professor gone rogue. Darkness threatens to engulf the Spiral as you master powerful spells, explore over 22 whimsical worlds, and team-up with friends in this nostalgic wizard turn-based deckbuilding MMORPG.
Wizard101 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,885 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,329 positive reviews and 1,556 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Wizard101 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 799960 |
6. Morimens
Morimens is a roguelite card-building game inspired by the Cthulhu mythos, where you craft a versatile and intricate deck tailored to your playstyle. The choice is yours to embark on a climb up treacherous towers or engage in tactical battles. Explore misty maps and uncover the truth of the world.
Morimens has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,586 positive reviews and 580 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Morimens on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/2/2024 |
| Developer | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Publisher | B.I.A.V. Studio |
| Steam App Id | 3052450 |
7. Dota Underlords
Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.
Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,934 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,768 positive reviews and 16,166 negative reviews — making it "Very 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.
8. Astral Party
Astral Party is a multiplayer party game populated by cute anime girls! Choose your favorite character, strategize skills & cards, and roll the dice to destroy friendships in this unique board game.
Astral Party has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,093 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,556 positive reviews and 8,537 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Astral Party on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/29/2024 |
| Franchise | Neverland Entertainment |
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| Publisher | Neverland Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2622000 |
9. WAKFU
Immerse yourself in the WAKFU universe with this free to play MMORPG. Select your class, travel the world, meet adventurers to challenge powerful monsters in epic turn-based battles.Participate in the kingdom’s economy and politics and create your own legend!
WAKFU has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,530 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,010 positive reviews and 2,520 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run WAKFU on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/18/2014 |
| Franchise | Ankama |
| Developer | Ankama Studio |
| Publisher | Ankama Games |
| Steam App Id | 215080 |
10. Aeons Echo
Aeons Echo offers a captivating role-playing adventure where sexy goddesses meet lewd mythology in a cyber-futuristic world. On your mission to save Zeus, you'll encounter kinky girls, steamy scenes, dating sim elements, interactive features, and diverse gameplay modes.
Aeons Echo has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,936 positive reviews and 1,041 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 8/22/2024 |
| Developer | Aeons Studio |
| Publisher | Nutaku Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 2832330 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Turn-Based games available on Steam.
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| 5,060 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,188 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,657 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,039 | 1/9/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 782 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 617 | 8/2/2024 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 608 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 578 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 576 | 9/18/2014 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 527 | 8/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 429 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 374 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 294 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 243 | 5/14/2020 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 4/30/2015 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 199 | 7/9/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189 | 4/18/2018 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 180 | 3/31/2021 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 152 | 5/2/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 123 | 12/13/2017 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 8). Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 10). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 12). Wizard101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 5). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, November 26). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 7). Astral Party on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). WAKFU on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 11). Aeons Echo on Steam. Steam Store.