Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 25,900 Free to Play 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 Free to Play game rankings were last updated on 6/23/2026.
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1. TBH: Task Bar Hero
The ultimate tiny idle RPG! Adorable pixel heroes are waiting to join your adventure — from your taskbar. Fight off the boredom of work and daily life with diverse classes, skills, items, and builds!
TBH: Task Bar Hero holds the #1 spot for "best free Free to Play game on Steam" with a Player Score of 53. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 46,319 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,828 positive reviews and 21,491 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play TBH: Task Bar Hero on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:5/27/2026
- Developers:
- Publisher:nugem studio
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:3678970
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,780,861 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,238,310 positive reviews and 542,551 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 110,826 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 107,016 positive reviews and 3,810 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bongo Cat on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:3/5/2025
- Developers:
- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:3419430
4. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!
Marvel Rivals has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 416,193 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 314,690 positive reviews and 101,503 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 Rivals on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:12/6/2024
- Developer:NetEase Games
- Publisher:NetEase Games
- Last Updated:6/21/2026
- Steam App Id:2767030
5. Destiny 2
Explore the mysteries of Sol and experience exhilirating first-person shooter combat in Destiny 2. Unlock powerful abilities and collect unique gear across story missions, co-op, and PvP modes.
Destiny 2 has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 662,302 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 520,504 positive reviews and 141,798 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Destiny 2 on the Steam Deck.
6. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 32, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 424,291 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 134,843 positive reviews and 289,448 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/10/2023
- Franchise:Blizzard
- Developer:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Publisher:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Last Updated:6/18/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
7. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 677,722 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 595,171 positive reviews and 82,551 negative reviews — making it "Very 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:3/25/2013
- Franchise:Digital Extremes Ltd.
- Developer:Digital Extremes
- Publisher:Digital Extremes
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:230410
8. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,070,039 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 725,236 positive reviews and 344,803 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 Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:11/4/2020
- Franchise:Apex Legends Official
- Developers:
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:6/23/2026
- Steam App Id:1172470
9. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,251,392 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,139,284 positive reviews and 112,108 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. World of Warships
Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 800 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players!
World of Warships has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 156,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 119,594 positive reviews and 37,044 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 World of Warships on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/15/2017
- Franchise:World of Warships Franchise
- Developer:Wargaming Group Limited
- Publisher:Wargaming Group Limited
- Last Updated:9/14/2026
- Steam App Id:552990
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 21). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2767030
- Valve Corporation. (2026, August 25). Destiny 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1085660
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 18). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 15). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2026, September 14). World of Warships on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/552990