Free Turn-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,286 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 4/30/2026.
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1. Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
Magic: The Gathering Arena holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 61. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,307 positive reviews and 10,832 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Magic: The Gathering Arena on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/23/2023 |
| Developer | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast LLC |
| Steam App Id | 2141910 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,708 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,868 positive reviews and 16,840 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. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2584990 |
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 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,013 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,572 positive reviews and 8,441 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 |
4. MARVEL SNAP
MARVEL SNAP is everything you know and love about Collectible Card Games, but faster… Like WAY faster. You can enjoy all of the high stakes PvP strategy and deck building without having to watch your opponent play solitaire. Now THIS is what free-to-play should be.
MARVEL SNAP has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 34,576 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,221 positive reviews and 9,355 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 SNAP on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/22/2023 |
| Developer | Second Dinner Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Nuverse |
| Steam App Id | 1997040 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,647 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,028 positive reviews and 7,619 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,558 positive reviews and 982 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 |
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 90,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,793 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. 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 79, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,883 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,841 positive reviews and 2,042 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,068 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,514 positive reviews and 554 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 |
10. 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 80, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,966 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,262 positive reviews and 704 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 |
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| 9,432 | 5/23/2023 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 6,509 | 6/15/2025 | 30 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,297 | 2/19/2020 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,837 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,613 | 11/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 843 | 1/9/2024 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 526 | 6/20/2019 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 432 | 7/25/2019 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 428 | 4/18/2018 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 421 | 8/2/2024 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 415 | 8/22/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 386 | 9/24/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 386 | 2/29/2024 | 55 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 361 | 5/19/2020 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 288 | 9/6/2018 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 285 | 11/28/2018 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 276 | 12/5/2013 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 265 | 9/18/2014 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 252 | 5/14/2020 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 217 | 7/9/2020 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 2). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). MARVEL SNAP on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 14). 月圆之夜 (Night of Full Moon) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 9). Onmyoji on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Morimens on Steam. Steam Store.