Best PvP Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,395 PvP 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. PvP game rankings were last updated on 1/6/2026.
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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 PvP game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 257,936 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 251,282 positive reviews and 6,654 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. Garry's Mod
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
Garry's Mod has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,221,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,182,731 positive reviews and 38,493 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 Garry's Mod on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/29/2006 |
| Developer | Facepunch Studios |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 4000 |
3. Half-Life
Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world.
Half-Life has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 158,479 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 152,951 positive reviews and 5,528 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.
4. 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 #4 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 189,668 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182,617 positive reviews and 7,051 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).
5. Bopl Battle
A couch/online game where you battle your friends with unique and wild abilities. There are many choices such as a shrink ray, creating black holes, stopping time and attaching a rocket engine to the stage to send it flying. Choose a combination that synergizes well to win the round!
Bopl Battle has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,542 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,908 positive reviews and 634 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 Bopl Battle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2023 |
| Developer | Johan Grönvall |
| Publisher | Zapray Games |
| Steam App Id | 1686940 |
6. DUSK
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
DUSK has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,827 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,104 positive reviews and 723 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/10/2018 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
| Developer | David Szymanski |
| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 519860 |
7. BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IT
A BRAZILIAN BOOMER SHOOTER GAME MADE USING THE ID TECH 2 ENGINE! SHOOT, JUMP, EMBARK ON A JOURNEY THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF RIO DE JANEIRO, HELL AND EVEN HEAVEN! SAVE BRAZIL!
BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IT has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,954 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,821 positive reviews and 133 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IT on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. ATLYSS
Enter the world of ATLYSS, a Singleplayer/Online RPG where you can fight with or against friends in a surreal world filled with creatures beyond comprehension. Customize and progress your character(s), complete quests, and discover strange locations.
ATLYSS has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,832 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,160 positive reviews and 672 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 ATLYSS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition
The critically acclaimed RPG that raised the bar, from the creators of Baldur's Gate 3. Gather your party. Master deep, tactical combat. Venture as a party of up to four - but know that only one of you will have the chance to become a God.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 200,546 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 191,944 positive reviews and 8,602 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $44.99 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 | $44.99 |
| Release Date | 9/14/2017 |
| Franchise | Larian Studios |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 435150 |
10. 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 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best PvP games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 273,488 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 261,335 positive reviews and 12,153 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 Titanfall® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 6/18/2020 |
| Developer | Respawn Entertainment |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1237970 |
More PvP Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best PvP games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 12,539 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 27,223 | 11/29/2006 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 942 | 11/19/1998 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 20,229 | 11/1/2004 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 190 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 62 | 12/10/2018 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 21 | 9/17/2025 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 199 | 11/22/2024 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7,653 | 9/14/2017 | 95 | $44.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 902 | 6/18/2020 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,064 | 1/27/2015 | 94 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 502 | 5/21/2019 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 331 | 3/4/2016 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 202 | 10/24/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 859 | 9/26/2019 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,693 | 11/17/2017 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 175 | 5/21/2020 | 94 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 5 | 6/5/2024 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 7/15/2021 | 94 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 17 | 7/22/2020 | 94 | $11.99 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). Garry's Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). Half-Life on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 6). Counter-Strike: Source on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Bopl Battle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 3). DUSK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 7). BRAZILIAN DRUG DEALER 3: I OPENED A PORTAL TO HELL IN THE FAVELA TRYING TO REVIVE MIT AIA I NEED TO CLOSE IT on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 9). ATLYSS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 18). Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 27). Titanfall® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.