Free Turn-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,411 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 3/26/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 56. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,264 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,180 positive reviews and 7,084 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 |
2. 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 #2 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,406 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,176 positive reviews and 7,230 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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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 601510 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 38,370 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,723 positive reviews and 7,647 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 |
4. 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 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,717 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,046 positive reviews and 671 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 Aeons Echo on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/22/2024 |
| Developer | Aeons Studio |
| Publisher | Nutaku Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 2832330 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,859 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,735 positive reviews and 16,124 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.
6. Shadowverse CCG
Four million battles every day. One Shadowverse. Japan's #1 strategic card game. Made by card gamers for card gamers.
Shadowverse CCG has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,792 positive reviews and 3,854 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 Shadowverse CCG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/27/2016 |
| Developer | Cygames, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 453480 |
7. 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon)
"Night of the Full Moon" is a stand-alone roguelike card game. Take adventure into Black Forest. Random event, random plot leads to different endings.
月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) 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 10,316 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,576 positive reviews and 1,740 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 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/25/2019 |
| Developer | Giant Games |
| Publisher | Giant Games |
| Steam App Id | 769560 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,822 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,109 positive reviews and 713 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 |
9. GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,371 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,705 positive reviews and 3,666 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 GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/19/2020 |
| Franchise | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Developer | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Publisher | CD PROJEKT RED |
| Steam App Id | 1284410 |
10. Onmyoji
Onmyoji is a turn-based fantasy strategy game with PVP or PVE battles, where you can strengthen your beloved shikigami to build your dream tactical team and defeat various demons to become the ultimate onmyoji. Cross-platform play available for both Steam and English mobile versions.
Onmyoji has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,983 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,446 positive reviews and 537 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 Onmyoji on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/18/2018 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 551170 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Turn-Based games available on Steam.
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| 3,596 | 2/29/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,649 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,064 | 2/19/2020 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,634 | 8/22/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,328 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,325 | 10/27/2016 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,119 | 7/25/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 978 | 1/9/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 804 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 799 | 4/18/2018 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 634 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 489 | 8/2/2024 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 454 | 1/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 446 | 2/23/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 296 | 7/9/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 287 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 258 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 205 | 9/18/2014 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 186 | 4/30/2015 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 177 | 5/14/2020 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 28). Aeons Echo on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Shadowverse CCG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 26). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 18). GWENT: The Witcher Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 26). Onmyoji on Steam. Steam Store.