Free Action Games on Steam
Steam currently has 77,327 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 2/11/2026.
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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 9,374,121 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,092,201 positive reviews and 1,281,920 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 2,662,427 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,161,690 positive reviews and 500,737 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. 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 27, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 370,443 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98,652 positive reviews and 271,791 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:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
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 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 366,385 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 283,426 positive reviews and 82,959 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:2/8/2026
- Steam App Id:2767030
5. 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 60, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,671,208 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,604,358 positive reviews and 1,066,850 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.
- Developers:
- Publisher:KRAFTON, Inc.
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:578080
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 Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 650,743 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 570,047 positive reviews and 80,696 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:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:230410
7. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,478,889 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,222,109 positive reviews and 256,780 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 Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:12/1/2015
- Franchise:Tom Clancy Franchise
- Developer:Ubisoft Montreal
- Publisher:Ubisoft
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:359550
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 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,030,166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 695,014 positive reviews and 335,152 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
- Developers:
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- 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 Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,215,609 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,103,165 positive reviews and 112,444 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. 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 #10 spot for the best free Action games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 713,461 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 519,401 positive reviews and 194,060 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
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:2/11/2026
- Steam App Id:236390
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 8). Marvel Rivals on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2767030
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/578080
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/359550
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 31). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/236390