Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 69,304 Action 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 Action game rankings were last updated on 5/29/2025.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Action game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,806,856 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,635,455 positive reviews and 1,171,401 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 Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,497,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,036,039 positive reviews and 461,307 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. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,555,438 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,518,728 positive reviews and 1,036,710 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.
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- Publisher:KRAFTON, Inc.
- Last Updated:5/28/2025
- Steam App Id:578080
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 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 285,304 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 227,567 positive reviews and 57,737 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:5/30/2025
- Steam App Id:2767030
5. 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 67, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 994,199 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 667,543 positive reviews and 326,656 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:11/5/2020
- Franchise:Apex Legends Official
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- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:5/29/2025
- Steam App Id:1172470
6. 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 hours, 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 #6 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 89,562 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 73,770 positive reviews and 15,792 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:5/29/2025
- Steam App Id:2923300
7. 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 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 625,199 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 457,158 positive reviews and 168,041 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:5/28/2025
- Steam App Id:236390
8. 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 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,160,023 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,042,546 positive reviews and 117,477 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).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 619,054 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 541,747 positive reviews and 77,307 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:5/30/2025
- Steam App Id:230410
10. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,235 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,923 positive reviews and 40,312 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:12/4/2024
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- Publisher:TiMi Studio Group
- Last Updated:5/31/2025
- Steam App Id:2507950
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 28). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/578080
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2767030
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 28). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/236390
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2507950