Best Action RTS Games on Steam
Steam currently has 483 Action RTS games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. Action RTS game rankings were last updated on 4/30/2024.
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1. Thronefall
A minimalist game about building and defending your little kingdom.
Thronefall holds the #1 spot for "best Action RTS game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,089 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,695 positive reviews and 394 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Thronefall on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/2/2023 |
| Developer | GrizzlyGames |
| Publisher | GrizzlyGames |
| Steam App Id | 2239150 |
2. Door Kickers 2: Task Force North
Command military Special Ops Teams in gripping tactical combat against a Middle East-based terrorist network. Sequel to RockPaperShotgun's "Best Tactics Game of 2014".
Door Kickers 2: Task Force North has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,355 positive reviews and 283 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Door Kickers 2: Task Force North on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 11/3/2020 |
| Franchise | KillHouse Games |
| Developer | KillHouse Games |
| Publisher | KillHouse Games |
| Steam App Id | 1239080 |
3. Free to Play
Free to Play is a feature-length documentary that follows three professional gamers from around the world as they compete for a million dollar prize in the first Dota 2 International Tournament.
Free to Play has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,007 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,461 positive reviews and 546 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
4. The Battle of Polytopia
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
The Battle of Polytopia has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,316 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,053 positive reviews and 263 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and 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.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 8/4/2020 |
| Developer | Midjiwan AB |
| Publisher | Midjiwan AB |
| Steam App Id | 874390 |
5. Kingdom Two Crowns
In Kingdom Two Crowns, players must work in the brand-new solo or co-op campaign mode to build their kingdom and secure it from the threat of the Greed. Experience new technology, units, enemies, mounts, and secrets in the next evolution of the award-winning micro strategy franchise!
Kingdom Two Crowns has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,486 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,352 positive reviews and 2,134 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and 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.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/11/2018 |
| Franchise | 👑 Kingdom Series 👑 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Raw Fury |
| Steam App Id | 701160 |
6. Leap up no Justu: Double
Leap up no jutsu: Double is the next version of the game Leap up no Jutsu. From now on, you must control two characters to avoid obstacles at the same time by clicking on the side where the character needs to jump.Enjoy!
Leap up no Justu: Double has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 180 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 178 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
7. Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™
The year is 2047. A massive nuclear fireball explodes high in the night sky, marking the dramatic beginning of the Third Tiberium War and the long-awaited return of the most groundbreaking Real-Time Strategy franchise of all time
Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,429 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,711 positive reviews and 718 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.00 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/13/2009 |
| Franchise | Command & Conquer |
| Developer | EA Los Angeles |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 24790 |
8. Attack on Toys
Relive Your Childhood Toys comes to life! Build your Army Toys, make battle scenario, watch the Toys battling each other, and customize your play with Attack on Toys Toy Box. Command your Army Toys to fight againts another toys strategically and keep them alive during battle!
Attack on Toys has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 737 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 688 positive reviews and 49 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Banana Drama
Banana Drama is a free and independent RTS game. It offers a singleplayer and online multiplayer experience. Your monkey king is held captive by evil dinos - he needs help! Get free early access and be part of the banana crew. Please consider giving feedback on Discord!
Banana Drama has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 274 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 261 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 7/25/2022 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | artifact design GbR |
| Steam App Id | 2000150 |
10. Dragon Princess is Hungry
Eva, the half-dragon, half-human princess. Pfel, the steward, who serves Eva. They visit a mysterious isolated island infested with monster girls, and Pfel collects food for Eva on the island. However, there is a secret hidden on the island.
Dragon Princess is Hungry has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Action RTS games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 192 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dragon Princess is Hungry on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2023 |
| Franchise | OTAKU Plan |
| Developer | TashiKani |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2180550 |
More Action RTS Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Action RTS games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 234 | 8/2/2023 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 214 | 11/3/2020 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/19/2014 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189 | 8/4/2020 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 425 | 12/11/2018 | 89 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/21/2023 | 89 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 298 | 11/13/2009 | 88 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 9/24/2021 | 87 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/25/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/18/2023 | 86 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 3/28/2024 | 86 | $23.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 8/19/2022 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/1/2021 | 86 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 1/14/2023 | 86 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 10/1/2021 | 86 | $18.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,475 | 10/28/2021 | 86 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/12/2022 | 86 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 12/8/2020 | 85 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 3/13/2018 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 2/28/2024 | 84 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Thronefall on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Door Kickers 2: Task Force North on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Free to Play on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). The Battle of Polytopia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Kingdom Two Crowns on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 26). Leap up no Justu: Double on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 4). Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 12). Attack on Toys on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 8). Banana Drama on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). Dragon Princess is Hungry on Steam. Steam Store.