Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 16,433 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 10/4/2024.
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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 2,331,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,903,247 positive reviews and 428,569 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 45,383 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,214 positive reviews and 8,169 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:10/6/2024
- 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 951,435 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 649,330 positive reviews and 302,105 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:10/2/2024
- Steam App Id:1172470
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 593,298 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 517,733 positive reviews and 75,565 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:10/3/2024
- Steam App Id:230410
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 547,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 398,618 positive reviews and 148,883 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:10/5/2024
- Steam App Id:236390
6. 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 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,119,501 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 986,477 positive reviews and 133,024 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).
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 71, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 93,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,342 positive reviews and 26,143 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:10/6/2024
- Steam App Id:2139460
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 302,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,038 positive reviews and 240,536 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:10/4/2024
- Steam App Id:2357570
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151,400 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 138,972 positive reviews and 12,428 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).
10. The Sims™ 4
Play with life and discover the possibilities. Unleash your imagination and create a world of Sims that’s wholly unique. Explore and customize every detail from Sims to homes–and much more.
The Sims™ 4 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,655 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 131,692 positive reviews and 18,963 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 The Sims™ 4 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:6/18/2020
- Franchise:The Sims 4
- Developer:Maxis
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:10/5/2024
- Steam App Id:1222670
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 6). Banana on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923300
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 2). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 3). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 5). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/236390
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 25). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 6). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 20). Crab Game on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1782210
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 5). The Sims™ 4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1222670