Free Wargame Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,407 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 7/31/2025.
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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 35,270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,115 positive reviews and 11,155 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 |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 835570 |
2. 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 71, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,672 positive reviews and 11,528 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 |
3. Caliber
Caliber is a team-based online shooter focused on special forces units from all over the world. More than 70 operators with unique abilities and weapons as well as various game modes and maps are waiting for you.
Caliber has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,793 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,787 positive reviews and 5,006 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 Caliber on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/12/2023 |
| Franchise | 1C Game Studios |
| Developer | 1C Game Studios |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 307950 |
4. 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 62, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,714 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,091 positive reviews and 623 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play March of Empires on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Naval Action
Or were you deaf or were you blind when you left your two fine legs behind, Or was it sailing on the sea when you got the cannonball to your knee, I too was young and I was slim and I had a leg for every limb, But now I’ve got no legs at all, they were both shot away by a cannonball.
Naval Action has achieved a Player Score of 54, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,757 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,472 positive reviews and 6,285 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 Naval Action on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 6/13/2019 |
| Franchise | Game Labs, Inc |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 311310 |
6. Viking Rise
Race against other players to explore Valhalla and conquer Midgard!
Viking Rise has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 636 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 461 positive reviews and 175 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 Viking Rise on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/22/2024 |
| Developer | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Publisher | IGG SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. |
| Steam App Id | 2819520 |
7. Stronghold Kingdoms
A massively multiplayer grand strategy game, Stronghold Kingdoms is about forging alliances, political mind games, city-building and castle sieges with thousands of other players!
Stronghold Kingdoms has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,381 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,000 positive reviews and 3,381 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 Stronghold Kingdoms on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/27/2012 |
| Franchise | Firefly Studios |
| Developer | FireFly Studios |
| Publisher | FireFly Studios |
| Steam App Id | 47410 |
8. Supremacy: Call of War 1942
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!
Supremacy: Call of War 1942 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,917 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,225 positive reviews and 1,692 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 Supremacy: Call of War 1942 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 |
9. Supremacy: 1914
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 has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,969 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,957 positive reviews and 1,012 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 on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 7/16/2019 |
| Developer | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Publisher | Bytro Labs GmbH |
| Steam App Id | 979920 |
10. Order of Battle: World War II
Order of Battle: World War II is a breath of fresh air for all strategy fans. It is a game that takes wargaming to a new level by upgrading every single game element and rebooting the genre for a new generation of players.
Order of Battle: World War II has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Wargame games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,022 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,367 positive reviews and 655 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 Order of Battle: World War II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/30/2015 |
| Developer | The Artistocrats |
| Publisher | Slitherine Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 312450 |
More Free Wargame Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Wargame games available on Steam.
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| 2,477 | 4/6/2020 | 68 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,048 | 4/15/2020 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 789 | 4/12/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 642 | 12/11/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 587 | 6/13/2019 | 54 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 578 | 5/22/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 464 | 2/27/2012 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 361 | 10/21/2017 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 351 | 7/16/2019 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 266 | 4/30/2015 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 262 | 7/2/2021 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 232 | 4/17/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 227 | 10/3/2024 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 225 | 12/19/2017 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 210 | 11/17/2017 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 199 | 5/23/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 192 | 6/29/2023 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 192 | 1/21/2025 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 190 | 8/31/2022 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 175 | 2/15/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Conqueror's Blade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 15). KARDS - The WW2 Card Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Caliber on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). March of Empires on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 30). Naval Action on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 31). Viking Rise on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, July 6). Stronghold Kingdoms on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Supremacy: Call of War 1942 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, June 26). Supremacy: 1914 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 26). Order of Battle: World War II on Steam. Steam Store.