Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 38,899 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 8/21/2025.
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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 2,539,625 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,067,410 positive reviews and 472,215 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 628,250 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 549,547 positive reviews and 78,703 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:8/21/2025
- Steam App Id:230410
3. 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 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,638 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,875 positive reviews and 10,763 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:8/22/2025
- Steam App Id:1973530
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 325,450 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 315,994 positive reviews and 9,456 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).
5. 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 25, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 350,375 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,981 positive reviews and 264,394 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:8/20/2025
- Steam App Id:2357570
6. 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 32, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,704 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,873 positive reviews and 12,831 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:8/22/2025
- Steam App Id:2584990
7. 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 74, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 141,739 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 106,325 positive reviews and 35,414 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:8/22/2025
- Steam App Id:2139460
8. 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 55, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75,907 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,659 positive reviews and 34,248 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:11/10/2021
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- Publishers:
- Last Updated:8/17/2025
- Steam App Id:766570
9. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,617 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,542 positive reviews and 5,075 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:8/25/2021
- Developer:Wemade Next
- Publisher:Wemade
- Last Updated:8/18/2025
- Steam App Id:1623660
10. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 105,792 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,062 positive reviews and 45,730 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:6/30/2024
- Developer:NEXON Games Co., Ltd.
- Publisher:NEXON
- Last Updated:8/22/2025
- Steam App Id:2074920
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 21). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 18). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 20). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2584990
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 17). Russian Fishing 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/766570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 18). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1623660
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2074920