Free Early Access Games on Steam

Steam currently has 11,206 Early Access games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Early Access game rankings were last updated on 4/4/2025.

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1. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the high-stakes winner-take-all shooter that started the Battle Royale craze, is free-to-play! Drop into diverse maps, loot unique weapons and supplies, and survive in an ever-shrinking zone where every turn could be your last.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS holds the #1 spot for "best free Early Access game on Steam" with a Player Score of 59. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,528,786 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,499,801 positive reviews and 1,028,985 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.

• Release Date:
  12/21/2017
• Franchise:
  KRAFTON, Inc.
• Developers:
  • PUBG Corporation,
  • KRAFTON, Inc.
• Publisher:
  KRAFTON, Inc.
• Last Updated:
  4/4/2025
• Steam App Id:
  578080

2. VRChat

Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.

VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 236,814 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 178,931 positive reviews and 57,883 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It 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:
  2/1/2017
• Developer:
  VRChat Inc.
• Publisher:
  VRChat Inc.
• Last Updated:
  4/4/2025
• Steam App Id:
  438100

3. IdleOn - The Idle RPG

Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!

IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,712 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,472 positive reviews and 4,240 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  4/2/2021
• Developer:
  Lavaflame2
• Publisher:
  Lavaflame2
• Last Updated:
  4/3/2025
• Steam App Id:
  1476970

4. Eternal Return

Eternal Return is a free-to-play, 2.5D perspective Battle Royale game. Search, Craft, Hunt, and Fight using a variety of characters. Plan your strategy and become the last survivor on this eternal experiment.

Eternal Return has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 64,167 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,101 positive reviews and 13,066 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Eternal Return on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  7/20/2023
• Developer:
  Nimble Neuron
• Publishers:
  • Nimble Neuron (Excluding EU,NA,OCE),
  • SapStaR Games,
  • Kakao Games Europe B.V. (EU,NA,OCE),
  • Nimble Neuron
• Last Updated:
  4/3/2025
• Steam App Id:
  1049590

5. Revolution Idle

Join an experience where each revolution takes you further into the unknown! Revolution Idle challenges you to multiply your accumulators to reach unimaginable heights. Will you manage to reach infinity?

Revolution Idle has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,892 positive reviews and 510 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Revolution Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  10/11/2024
• Developers:
  • Oni Gaming,
  • Nu Games
• Publisher:
  Oni Gaming
• Last Updated:
  4/4/2025
• Steam App Id:
  2763740

6. Unnamed Space Idle

Destroy endless waves of alien ships that have all but wiped out humanity in this long form, unfolding, sci-fi idle game. Customize your ship with different weapons and defenses to defeat specific enemy types and utilize a ton of different systems to increase your overall power.

Unnamed Space Idle has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,462 positive reviews and 184 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Unnamed Space Idle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  7/27/2023
• Developer:
  Sylv
• Publishers:
  • Jdog Corp,
  • Sylv
• Last Updated:
  3/30/2025
• Steam App Id:
  2471100

7. Crosshair V2

Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game.

Crosshair V2 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,727 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,955 positive reviews and 772 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

• Release Date:
  1/27/2023
• Developer:
  CenterPoint Gaming
• Publisher:
  CenterPoint Gaming
• Last Updated:
  4/3/2025
• Steam App Id:
  2250040

8. MARVEL SNAP

MARVEL SNAP is a fast-paced Collectible Card Game that reimagines the genre with innovative mechanics. Winner of multiple awards like 'Best Strategy Game' and 'Breakthrough Game of the Year,' we invite you to join millions of players worldwide – Jump right in!

MARVEL SNAP has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,551 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,136 positive reviews and 7,415 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play MARVEL SNAP on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  8/22/2023
• Developer:
  Second Dinner Studios, Inc.
• Publisher:
  Nuverse
• Last Updated:
  4/4/2025
• Steam App Id:
  1997040

9. Blood Strike

Gather your friends and dive into the action-packed Battle Royale, Squad Fight, or Hot Zone like there's no tomorrow! Blood Strike offers a wide range of playable Strikers, each with a unique active and passive ability letting you deploy drones, shield walls and everything in between.

Blood Strike has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,997 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,830 positive reviews and 1,167 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blood Strike on the Steam Deck.

• Release Date:
  3/13/2025
• Developer:
  NetEase Games
• Publisher:
  NetEase Games
• Last Updated:
  3/22/2025
• Steam App Id:
  3199170

10. Aimlabs

Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!

Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Early Access games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 122,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113,474 positive reviews and 9,378 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

• Release Date:
  6/17/2023
• Developer:
  State Space Labs, Inc.
• Publishers:
  • State Space Labs, Inc.,
  • Statespace
• Last Updated:
  4/4/2025
• Steam App Id:
  714010

More Free Early Access Games

Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Early Access games available on Steam.

Image	Name	Current Players	Release Date	Player Score	Price	Actions
	PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS	269,054	12/21/2017	59	Free	View
	VRChat	37,642	2/1/2017	75	Free	View
	IdleOn - The Idle RPG	14,460	4/2/2021	78	Free	View
	Eternal Return	6,953	7/20/2023	79	Free	View
	Revolution Idle	6,240	10/11/2024	82	Free	View
	Unnamed Space Idle	5,286	7/27/2023	89	Free	View
	Crosshair V2	5,244	1/27/2023	87	Free	View
	MARVEL SNAP	4,661	8/22/2023	75	Free	View
	Blood Strike	4,121	3/13/2025	78	Free	View
	Aimlabs	4,016	6/17/2023	91	Free	View

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• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). Steam Store. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/578080
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Eternal Return on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1049590
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). Revolution Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2763740
• Valve Corporation. (2025, March 30). Unnamed Space Idle on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2471100
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 3). Crosshair V2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2250040
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). MARVEL SNAP on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1997040
• Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Blood Strike on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3199170
• Valve Corporation. (2025, April 4). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/714010