Free Turn-Based Strategy Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,821 Turn-Based Strategy 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 Strategy game rankings were last updated on 5/14/2024.
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1. Summoners War
A global hit RPG that captured the Summoners all around the world! Jump into the Sky Arena, a world under battle over the vital resource: Mana Crystals. Design your own deck and strategy using over 1,500 Monsters to claim victory. Go on an epic adventure with your Monsters!
Summoners War holds the #1 spot for "best free Turn-Based Strategy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 70. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,771 positive reviews and 1,503 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.
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,213 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,732 positive reviews and 3,481 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows 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 |
3. ENDLESS™ Legend
ENDLESS™ Legend is a 4X turn-based fantasy strategy game by the creators of ENDLESS™ Space and Dungeon of the ENDLESS™. Control every aspect of your civilization as you struggle to save your homeworld Auriga. Create your own Legend!
ENDLESS™ Legend has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,483 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,699 positive reviews and 2,784 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 ENDLESS™ Legend on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 9/18/2014 |
| Franchise | Amplitude Studios |
| Developer | AMPLITUDE Studios |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Steam App Id | 289130 |
4. RISK: Global Domination
Take over the world in RISK Global Domination, the iconic strategy board game.
RISK: Global Domination has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,671 positive reviews and 6,801 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 |
5. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,853 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,423 positive reviews and 5,430 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/26/2023 |
| Developer | ProjectMoon |
| Publisher | ProjectMoon |
| Steam App Id | 1973530 |
6. Lust Goddess
Lust Goddess is a hot and thrilling collectible card game, in which you will assemble your unique squad of sexy mercenary girls. Earn their love and trust, and they will show you their gratitude by bringing your wildest and lewdest fantasies to life!
Lust Goddess has achieved a Player Score of 49, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,955 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,456 positive reviews and 1,499 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Lust Goddess on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/21/2024 |
| Developer | BRAWEA LTD |
| Publisher | BRAWEA LTD |
| Steam App Id | 2808930 |
7. Gems of War - Puzzle RPG
From the creators of Puzzle Quest, play the new Puzzle/RPG/Strategy mash-up, GEMS OF WAR! Match gems to power your spells, and match skulls to smite your enemies! It’s easy to learn yet has tons of depth.
Gems of War - Puzzle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,701 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,712 positive reviews and 1,989 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 Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/20/2014 |
| Developer | Infinity Plus 2 |
| Publisher | 505 Games |
| Steam App Id | 329110 |
8. 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 16 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 #8 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,922 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,667 positive reviews and 1,255 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 Wizard101 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/6/2018 |
| Franchise | Spiral Games Universe |
| Developer | KingsIsle Entertainment |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 799960 |
9. Uncharted Waters Origin
Commemorating 30 years of the Uncharted Waters seriesSail through the vast oceans, massive worlds and contentsOpen world exploration RPG Uncharted Waters Origin
Uncharted Waters Origin has achieved a Player Score of 45, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 690 positive reviews and 873 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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 | 3/6/2023 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | LINE Games Corporation |
| Steam App Id | 1574360 |
10. 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 54, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Turn-Based Strategy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 625 positive reviews and 512 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 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15,684 | 1/8/2024 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,820 | 5/23/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,358 | 9/18/2014 | 82 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,794 | 2/19/2020 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,722 | 2/26/2023 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,556 | 2/21/2024 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,184 | 11/20/2014 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,034 | 9/6/2018 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 719 | 3/6/2023 | 45 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 555 | 1/9/2024 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 488 | 4/19/2024 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 480 | 5/15/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 462 | 4/15/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 434 | 1/22/2024 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 430 | 12/17/2021 | 11 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 424 | 9/18/2014 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 400 | 9/8/2022 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 372 | 7/16/2022 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 282 | 3/25/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 280 | 4/30/2015 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Magic: The Gathering Arena on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). ENDLESS™ Legend on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). RISK: Global Domination on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 12). Lust Goddess on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Gems of War - Puzzle RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 17). Wizard101 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Uncharted Waters Origin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). RAID: Shadow Legends on Steam. Steam Store.