Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 16,174 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 9/18/2024.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Free to Play game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,319,904 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,893,731 positive reviews and 426,173 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).
2. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44,080 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,217 positive reviews and 7,863 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
- Release Date:4/23/2024
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- Last Updated:9/16/2024
- Steam App Id:2923300
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 947,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 648,100 positive reviews and 299,227 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/5/2020
- Franchise:Apex Legends Official
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- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:1172470
4. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,721 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,230 positive reviews and 24,491 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 Once Human on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:7/9/2024
- Developer:Starry Studio
- Publisher:Starry Studio
- Last Updated:9/13/2024
- Steam App Id:2139460
5. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 542,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 394,865 positive reviews and 147,162 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It 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.
- Release Date:8/15/2013
- Franchise:Gaijin Network Ltd
- Developer:Gaijin Entertainment
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- Last Updated:9/19/2024
- Steam App Id:236390
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 591,070 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 515,654 positive reviews and 75,416 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
- Developer:Digital Extremes
- Publisher:Digital Extremes
- Last Updated:9/16/2024
- Steam App Id:230410
7. 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 87, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,117,855 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 982,815 positive reviews and 135,040 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).
8. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 21, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 297,745 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,378 positive reviews and 237,367 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® 2 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:9/18/2024
- Steam App Id:2357570
9. Governor of Poker 3
Governor of Poker 3 is the best multiplayer poker game with a great design. In this multi-player version of Governor of Poker you compete live with thousands of real poker players to prove you are the number 1 Texas Hold ’em poker star!
Governor of Poker 3 has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,301 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,682 positive reviews and 4,619 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Governor of Poker 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/19/2016
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- Last Updated:9/12/2024
- Steam App Id:436150
10. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious.
Crab Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,944 positive reviews and 12,420 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 Crab Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 16). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 13). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 19). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/236390
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 16). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 17). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 18). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 12). Governor of Poker 3 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/436150
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 1). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1782210