Best Class-Based Games on Steam
Steam currently has 760 Class-Based 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. Class-Based game rankings were last updated on 5/8/2024.
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1. Deep Rock Galactic
Deep Rock Galactic is a 1-4 player co-op FPS featuring badass space Dwarves, 100% destructible environments, procedurally-generated caves, and endless hordes of alien monsters.
Deep Rock Galactic holds the #1 spot for "best Class-Based game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 287,293 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 279,077 positive reviews and 8,216 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Deep Rock Galactic on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 5/13/2020 |
| Franchise | Coffee Stain |
| Developer | Ghost Ship Games |
| Publisher | Coffee Stain Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 548430 |
2. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Baldur's Gate 3 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 604,571 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 585,098 positive reviews and 19,473 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2023 |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1086940 |
3. Killing Floor
6-player co-op survival horror at its finest! Free updates, free special events and a ridiculous amount of fun!
Killing Floor has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65,065 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,016 positive reviews and 3,049 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Killing Floor on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 5/14/2009 |
| Developer | Tripwire Interactive |
| Publisher | Tripwire Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1250 |
4. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,042,496 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 977,907 positive reviews and 64,589 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, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Against the Storm
A dark fantasy city builder where you must rebuild civilization in the face of apocalyptic rains. As the Queen’s Viceroy, lead humans, beavers, lizards, foxes, and harpies to reclaim the wilderness and secure a future for civilization's last survivors.
Against the Storm has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,950 positive reviews and 1,142 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 12/8/2023 |
| Franchise | Hooded Horse |
| Developer | Eremite Games |
| Publisher | Hooded Horse |
| Steam App Id | 1336490 |
6. Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.
Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,233 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,161 positive reviews and 1,072 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and 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 | 4/20/2017 |
| Developer | Reactive Drop Team |
| Publisher | Reactive Drop Team |
| Steam App Id | 563560 |
7. Alien Swarm
Co-operative multiplayer game and complete code base available for free.
Alien Swarm has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,995 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,917 positive reviews and 1,078 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Alien Swarm on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5
Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,775 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,254 positive reviews and 521 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 7/11/2019 |
| Franchise | EARTH DEFENSE FORCE SERIES |
| Developer | SANDLOT |
| Publisher | D3PUBLISHER |
| Steam App Id | 1007040 |
9. Chronicon
Use the magical device known as the Chronicon to travel into the souls and memories of fallen heroes to re-live their grand tales! Epic adventures full of loot and monsters await!
Chronicon has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,959 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,469 positive reviews and 490 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chronicon on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. SNKRX
SNKRX is an arcade shooter roguelite where you control a snake of heroes that automatically attack nearby enemies. Combine different heroes to unlock class bonuses and create unique builds, and steer your unstoppable party as they ravage through endless waves of enemies.
SNKRX has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Class-Based games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,159 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,951 positive reviews and 208 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SNKRX on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5,527 | 5/13/2020 | 96 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 44,645 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 126 | 5/14/2009 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 55,593 | 10/10/2007 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,420 | 12/8/2023 | 93 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 4/20/2017 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 11 | 7/19/2010 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 497 | 7/11/2019 | 92 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 27 | 8/21/2020 | 92 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 5/17/2021 | 91 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 164 | 12/12/2019 | 91 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 54 | 7/28/2021 | 91 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 8/8/2023 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 1/23/2022 | 90 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/12/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 12/10/2021 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 207 | 9/26/2005 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 7/28/2021 | 89 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/10/2022 | 89 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 36 | 3/31/2022 | 88 | $13.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 7). Against the Storm on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 6). EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 26). Chronicon on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 24). SNKRX on Steam. Steam Store.