Best eSports Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,191 eSports 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. eSports game rankings were last updated on 12/4/2024.
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1. Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Counter-Strike holds the #1 spot for "best eSports game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 245,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 238,801 positive reviews and 6,291 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Counter-Strike: Source
Counter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology.
Counter-Strike: Source has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 176,917 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 170,347 positive reviews and 6,570 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 Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike: Source on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Lethal League Blaze
Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players.
Lethal League Blaze has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,075 positive reviews and 195 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/24/2018 |
| Developer | Team Reptile |
| Publisher | Team Reptile |
| Steam App Id | 553310 |
4. OBS Studio
Free and open-source software for video recording and live streaming
OBS Studio has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,917 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,549 positive reviews and 1,368 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run OBS Studio on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/21/2022 |
| Developer | OBS Project |
| Publisher | OBS Project |
| Steam App Id | 1905180 |
5. Spin Rhythm XD
Enter the Rhythm Dimension. A homage to classic arcade rhythm games (Guitar Hero, DDR), with a modern aesthetic and soundtrack. Match colours and beats, spin, tap, flick and flow through the juiciest beats in the universe. Supports multiple control styles including MIDI DJ gear on Steam!
Spin Rhythm XD has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,938 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,826 positive reviews and 112 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/14/2023 |
| Developer | Super Spin Digital |
| Publisher | Super Spin Digital |
| Steam App Id | 1058830 |
6. Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game
Ever felt like the world was missing that one Parkour/Freerunning game? That game that scratches that itch that other games just don't? Rooftops & Alleys aka TheParkourGame is here to deliver! In this game, there's is no 'hold button to parkour' mentality. Here, you, the player is in control!
Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,199 positive reviews and 129 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 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.
7. GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,005 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,741 positive reviews and 264 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.44 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 | $3.44 |
| Release Date | 5/26/2015 |
| Developer | Arc System Works |
| Publisher | Arc System Works |
| Steam App Id | 348550 |
8. Unreal Tournament 2004: Editor's Choice Edition
Unreal Tournament 2004 is a multiplayer first person shooter that combines the kill-or-be-killed experience of gladiatorial combat with cutting-edge technology. Ten game modes - both team-based and "every man for himself" -- provide even the most hardcore gamer with palm-sweating challenges through unbelievably detailed indoor...
Unreal Tournament 2004: Editor's Choice Edition has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,988 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,850 positive reviews and 138 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Unreal Tournament 2004: Editor's Choice Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/17/2008 |
| Developer | Epic Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Epic Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 13230 |
9. Beastieball
A turn-based volleyball RPG where you coach a sports team of Beasties! Your Beasties' relationships grow and change, unlocking new abilities and combo plays!
Beastieball has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 700 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 697 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 11/12/2024 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Wishes Ultd. |
| Publisher | Klei Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 1864950 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best eSports games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,019 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,478 positive reviews and 541 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.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16,390 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12,983 | 11/1/2004 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 10/24/2018 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14,185 | 3/21/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18 | 3/14/2023 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 95 | 5/21/2024 | 93 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 99 | 5/26/2015 | 93 | $3.44 | Steam Charts | |
| 59 | 3/17/2008 | 93 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
| 123 | 11/12/2024 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/19/2014 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 29 | 8/3/2007 | 92 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,069 | 10/7/2019 | 92 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 75 | 12/14/2016 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,195 | 6/17/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 243 | 4/26/2017 | 91 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8 | 8/27/2014 | 91 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 162 | 11/29/2021 | 91 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,059 | 5/29/2019 | 91 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
![UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r] steam charts](https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/801630/header.jpg) | 5 | 8/20/2018 | 91 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,516 | 11/9/2021 | 90 | ??? | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 3). Lethal League Blaze on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 14). OBS Studio on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 9). Spin Rhythm XD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 2). GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 4). Unreal Tournament 2004: Editor's Choice Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). Beastieball on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Free to Play on Steam. Steam Store.