Free Wargame Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,683 Wargame 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 Wargame game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Wargame game on Steam" with a Player Score of 68. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,063 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,753 positive reviews and 9,310 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 |
2. March of Empires
Claim your title as Shogun, Highland King, Northern Tsar or Desert Sultan and join this genre-redefining strategy game where you will wage constant war for real territorial conquest! Fortify your castle, fuel a massive army, and enter the ultimate fight for realm domination!
March of Empires has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,491 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 982 positive reviews and 509 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 March of Empires on the Steam Deck.
3. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas.
KARDS - The WW2 Card Game has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,854 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23,241 positive reviews and 6,613 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/15/2020 |
| Developer | 1939 Games |
| Publisher | 1939 Games |
| Steam App Id | 544810 |
4. Game of Thrones Winter is Coming
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming is a PC strategy game based on the HBO drama television series, officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment under HBO, and developed and published by YOOZOO Games. Interactive Entertainment and HBO.
Game of Thrones Winter is Coming has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,317 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,399 positive reviews and 918 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/14/2019 |
| Developer | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | YOUZU (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 1105420 |
5. Conflict of Nations: World War 3
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Conflict of Nations: World War 3 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,455 positive reviews and 985 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 not possible to play or run Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/15/2018 |
| Developer | Dorado Games |
| Publisher | Dorado Games |
| Steam App Id | 784950 |
6. Doomsday: Last Survivors
New tower defense gameplay! The apocalypse has come, and zombies are running amok. As the leader of the survivors, collect and use resources to defend their last shelter!
Doomsday: Last Survivors has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 262 positive reviews and 125 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Doomsday: Last Survivors on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/26/2023 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2439510 |
7. Galaxy Life
The universe is full of Starlings, tiny orange aliens that want to take over the galaxy. Create your own space colony, fight epic battles and discover new planets. Train your soldiers, develop your technology and create unimaginable gadgets. Enjoy this huge social game with friends!
Galaxy Life has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,276 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,618 positive reviews and 658 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 Galaxy Life on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/31/2022 |
| Developer | Phoenix Network |
| Publisher | Phoenix Network |
| Steam App Id | 1927780 |
8. Operation: Harsh Doorstop
Operation: Harsh Doorstop is an Unreal Engine powered shooter sandbox similar to mod-friendly games like Ravenfield and Garry's Mod but with roots in tactical shooters like Squad and Arma III. Our game is entirely donation funded, completely free, and has full Steam workshop support!
Operation: Harsh Doorstop has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,260 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,034 positive reviews and 3,226 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 Operation: Harsh Doorstop on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/15/2023 |
| Developer | Drakeling Labs |
| Publisher | Drakeling Labs |
| Steam App Id | 736590 |
9. Call of War: World War 2
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower!
Call of War: World War 2 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,102 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,633 positive reviews and 1,469 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 Call of War: World War 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2017 |
| Developer | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Publisher | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 672680 |
10. Supremacy 1914: World War 1
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!
Supremacy 1914: World War 1 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,299 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,470 positive reviews and 829 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 not possible to play or run Supremacy 1914: World War 1 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/16/2019 |
| Developer | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Publisher | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 979920 |
More Free Wargame Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Wargame games available on Steam.
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 | 1,427 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 781 | 12/11/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 633 | 4/15/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 474 | 11/14/2019 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 409 | 3/15/2018 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 369 | 6/26/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 305 | 8/31/2022 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 268 | 2/15/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 257 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 254 | 7/16/2019 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 248 | 2/28/2012 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 228 | 12/19/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 213 | 4/30/2015 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 169 | 5/23/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 156 | 5/2/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 98 | 10/19/2023 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 82 | 11/17/2017 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 70 | 7/2/2021 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 12/20/2023 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 60 | 11/14/2023 | 46 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Game of Thrones Winter is Coming on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Conflict of Nations: World War 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). Doomsday: Last Survivors on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 1). Galaxy Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Operation: Harsh Doorstop on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). Call of War: World War 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). Supremacy 1914: World War 1 on Steam. Steam Store.