Best Military Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,448 Military 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. Military game rankings were last updated on 3/26/2024.
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1. Mount & Blade: Warband
In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!
Mount & Blade: Warband holds the #1 spot for "best Military game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 160,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 156,407 positive reviews and 3,620 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 Mount & Blade: Warband on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2010 |
| Developer | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Publisher | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 48700 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236,606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 230,588 positive reviews and 6,018 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).
3. VTOL VR
VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls.
VTOL VR has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,757 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,448 positive reviews and 309 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 not possible to play or run VTOL VR on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2020 |
| Developer | Boundless Dynamics, LLC |
| Publisher | Boundless Dynamics, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 667970 |
4. Ravenfield
Fight upon the Ravenfield together with your Blue allies! Take down those pesky Reds using helicopters, tanks, guns, and active ragdoll physics!
Ravenfield has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 66,788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,712 positive reviews and 2,076 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ravenfield on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $17.99 |
| Release Date | 5/18/2017 |
| Developer | SteelRaven7 |
| Publisher | SteelRaven7 |
| Steam App Id | 636480 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 169,803 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 163,512 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: Source on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Stronghold Crusader HD
The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
Stronghold Crusader HD has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,295 positive reviews and 432 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Stronghold Crusader HD on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/21/2013 |
| Franchise | Firefly Studios |
| Developer | FireFly Studios |
| Publisher | FireFly Studios |
| Steam App Id | 40970 |
7. Titanfall® 2
Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.
Titanfall® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 218,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 208,096 positive reviews and 10,523 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.79 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Titanfall® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.79 |
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Developer | Respawn Entertainment |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1237970 |
8. Snake Force
Snake Force is an alternative top-down shooting game inspired by the classic game Snake. In this game, you’ll rescue your bros and fight along side with them. You and your bros will stand in a line, and shoot at the same point. Keep the shape of your squad, because bullets hurt whatever they hit.
Snake Force has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,241 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,107 positive reviews and 134 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 possible to play Snake Force on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition
Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.
Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Military games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30,711 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 29,394 positive reviews and 1,317 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 11/15/2006 |
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| Steam App Id | 4700 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best Military 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 |
More Military Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best Military games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1,857 | 3/31/2010 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,288 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 240 | 8/3/2020 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 622 | 5/18/2017 | 95 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9,334 | 11/1/2004 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 505 | 10/21/2013 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,036 | 6/18/2020 | 94 | $4.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 11/19/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,574 | 11/15/2006 | 94 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 232 | 11/3/2020 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 1/30/2015 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,509 | 12/8/2023 | 93 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 95 | 11/1/1999 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 34 | 3/14/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 253 | 7/8/2009 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 4/28/2022 | 93 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 76 | 8/16/2018 | 92 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 285 | 12/1/2017 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 690 | 9/11/2006 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/10/2023 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). VTOL VR on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). Ravenfield on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 22). Counter-Strike: Source on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 23). Stronghold Crusader HD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). Titanfall® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 30). Snake Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 2). Door Kickers 2: Task Force North on Steam. Steam Store.