Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 41,775 RPG 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 RPG game rankings were last updated on 1/13/2026.
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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 RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,650,878 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,153,693 positive reviews and 497,185 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 647,391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 566,873 positive reviews and 80,518 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:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:230410
3. Where Winds Meet
Where Winds Meet is an epic Wuxia open-world action-adventure RPG set in ancient China at the tenth century. Players will assume the role of a young sword master as they embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of their own identity. Let the wind carry your legend on an epic journey to the East!
Where Winds Meet has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 97,111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,739 positive reviews and 11,372 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 Where Winds Meet on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:11/14/2025
- Developer:Everstone Studio
- Publisher:NetEase Games
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:3564740
4. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,881 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,836 positive reviews and 12,045 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 Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/26/2023
- Developer:ProjectMoon
- Publisher:ProjectMoon
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:1973530
5. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 348,750 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 338,743 positive reviews and 10,007 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Russian Fishing 4
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Russian Fishing 4 has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,320 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46,592 positive reviews and 34,728 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Russian Fishing 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:11/11/2021
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- Last Updated:12/30/2025
- Steam App Id:766570
7. 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 27, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 366,971 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,481 positive reviews and 270,490 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:1/13/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
8. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed.
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 91,366 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,570 positive reviews and 23,796 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond is a brand-new strategy card game from the popular Shadowverse CCG. With the newly added super-evolution mechanic and Shadowverse Park, among other brand-new content, there is lots to enjoy for both seasoned and brand-new players.
Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,213 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,696 positive reviews and 16,517 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" 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:6/15/2025
- Developer:Cygames, Inc.
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:2584990
10. 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 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 161,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 124,432 positive reviews and 37,035 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
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:1/14/2026
- Steam App Id:2139460
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Where Winds Meet on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3564740
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, December 30). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/766570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1818450
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2584990
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 14). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460