Best Shooter Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,059 Shooter 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. Shooter game rankings were last updated on 1/3/2025.
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1. Left 4 Dead 2
Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2) is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Left 4 Dead, the #1 co-op game of 2008. This co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.
Left 4 Dead 2 holds the #1 spot for "best Shooter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 931,095 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 908,153 positive reviews and 22,942 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
2. Half-Life: Alyx
Half-Life: Alyx is Valve’s VR return to the Half-Life series. It’s the story of an impossible fight against a vicious alien race known as the Combine, set between the events of Half-Life and Half-Life 2. Playing as Alyx Vance, you are humanity’s only chance for survival.
Half-Life: Alyx has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,650 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93,031 positive reviews and 1,619 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 not possible to play or run Half-Life: Alyx on the Steam Deck.
3. ULTRAKILL
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based style scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health.
ULTRAKILL has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 143,868 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 140,778 positive reviews and 3,090 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/3/2020 |
| Franchise | New Blood Interactive |
| Developer | Arsi "Hakita" Patala |
| Publisher | New Blood Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1229490 |
4. Half-Life 2
Reawakened from stasis in the occupied metropolis of City 17, Gordon Freeman is joined by Alyx Vance as he leads a desperate human resistance. Experience the landmark first-person shooter packed with immersive world-building, boundary-pushing physics, and exhilarating combat.
Half-Life 2 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 232,854 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 227,251 positive reviews and 5,603 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 246,391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 240,081 positive reviews and 6,310 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).
6. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 330,097 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 321,058 positive reviews and 9,039 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 |
7. 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 #7 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,130,503 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,094,150 positive reviews and 36,353 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 Garry's Mod on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 11/29/2006 |
| Developer | Facepunch Studios |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 4000 |
8. Dishonored
Dishonored is an immersive first-person action game that casts you as a supernatural assassin driven by revenge. With Dishonored’s flexible combat system, creatively eliminate your targets as you combine the supernatural abilities, weapons and unusual gadgets at your disposal.
Dishonored has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,281 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 79,368 positive reviews and 1,913 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/11/2012 |
| Franchise | Arkane Studios |
| Developer | Arkane Studios |
| Publisher | Bethesda Softworks |
| Steam App Id | 205100 |
9. Entropy : Zero 2
Bad Cop is back. Command a small army of Combine synths and soldiers on a Northern campaign to capture Dr. Judith Mossman. A modification for Half-Life 2.
Entropy : Zero 2 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,069 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,607 positive reviews and 462 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Entropy : Zero 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Resident Evil 2
A deadly virus engulfs the residents of Raccoon City in September of 1998, plunging the city into chaos as flesh eating zombies roam the streets for survivors. An unparalleled adrenaline rush, gripping storyline, and unimaginable horrors await you. Witness the return of Resident Evil 2.
Resident Evil 2 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Shooter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 166,256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161,234 positive reviews and 5,022 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $39.99 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 | $39.99 |
| Release Date | 1/25/2019 |
| Developer | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Steam App Id | 883710 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 29,113 | 11/16/2009 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 265 | 3/23/2020 | 97 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,700 | 9/3/2020 | 97 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,629 | 11/16/2004 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14,116 | 11/1/2000 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11,353 | 5/13/2020 | 96 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 22,699 | 11/29/2006 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 271 | 10/11/2012 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 181 | 8/20/2022 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,512 | 1/25/2019 | 96 | $39.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 165 | 10/23/2012 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 260 | 4/1/2023 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 70 | 6/16/2022 | 96 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 626 | 11/2/2012 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,019 | 5/18/2017 | 95 | $10.79 | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,618 | 6/23/2023 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 888 | 11/19/1998 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 306 | 10/15/2015 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 20 | 10/10/2007 | 95 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,672 | 11/1/2004 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). Counter-Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Deep Rock Galactic on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Garry's Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 4). Dishonored on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). Entropy : Zero 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 15). Resident Evil 2 on Steam. Steam Store.